We all want to travel more. Whether a vacation, career break, gap year trip, there’s some trip we are always thinking about. One of the things that keeps a lot…

Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America is a magical region that is perfect for backpacking. The area is full of rainforests, unexplored Mayan ruins, gorgeous beaches, incredible…

I’m going on a book tour! My next book, How to Travel the World on $75 a Day, is coming out on March 25th and I’m going on a book…

Finding the money for travel is one of the biggest challenges people face when it comes to taking a trip. It can take years to save up for that dream…

When exploring Mexico’s vibrant tapestry of ecosystems, landscapes, and traditions, choosing between its enchanting destinations is no simple task. We’ve perfected the art of blending two of the country’s most sought-after…

“How high is this hike again?” I asked as I panted up the mountain trail, the top seeming so far off in the distance. “12,0000 feet,” our guide Efrain said…

When I started backpacking almost 20 years ago, there were no smartphones. That meant you had to rely on paper maps, physical guidebooks, and (often outdated) information from random web…