India is a very interesting country, that’s getting more and more international arrivals every year. In the past ten years, the number of international tourists has increased by a whopping 97%. I spent a year in India and I met a lot of expats and other solo travelers. But most of them were doing more …
Oftentimes described as the Venice of the east, the charming city of Hoi An has the most unique mix of Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese and Colonial architecture and it quickly won me over as soon as I set a foot on it. Hoi An has been one of the main trading ports in Vietnam throughout history. …
Cambodia… Where to start? It’s one of my favorite travel destinations. Cambodia might be a corrupted and poor country, but it’s home to some of the friendliest people on our planet. More than 1.3 million people come to Cambodia to visit the incredible Angkor Wat but many of them aren’t aware of the hidden beauty …
Travelling can be a great teacher. It’s filled with both, good and evil. In fact, so much, that I firmly believe it could inspire Dante Alighieri to write another part of his ‘Divine comedy’.Chances are: if you traveled a lot you probably fell victim to at least one of the seven deadly travel sins. If …
You know, when most people think of Goa, they picture those sun-kissed beaches and the kind of nightlife that turns any evening into a story. But let me tell you, that’s just scratching the surface. There’s a whole other side to Goa off the usual track, and it’s brimming with hidden gems. Imagine stumbling upon …
There’s a reason why Southeast Asia is an absolute favorite among backpackers from around the world. The travel costs are extremely low, the natural beauty of the region is amazing, and the countries in the region have done everything they can to attract more visitors which makes it very easy for backpackers to travel around …
Malaysia is home to thousands of islands and each of them has a personality more vibrant than the last, offering some of the most fabulous escapades in Southeast Asia that can make even the most seasoned traveler’s (yours truly included) heart skip a beat. Some of these islands are well-known, others not so much, and …
A lot of people visit Thailand expecting empty, heavenly, sandy beaches and exotic oriental cuisine. But, the real picture in the touristy cities in Thailand is actually quite different. There are 7-elevens on every corner, greasy versions of continental food, and, of course, a lot of tourists and if you want to see the best …
Backpacking Europe in winter doesn’t sound so enticing at first thought. The weather is cold, the winter days are shorter, and some attractions are even closed during the winter. On top of that, it’s highly recommendable to get travel insurance in case of weather-related flight/trains delays. However, there are still some major advantages while traveling around …
From the Colosseum in Rome, through the charming channels of Venice, to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy has some of the most iconic places for travelers to visit. However, most people believe that exploring Italy is expensive. But, the truth is that Italy offers a plethora of inexpensive cultural activities, beautiful nature, and superb …