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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 tour to…

Backpacking Europe is one of my favorite things to do as a traveler. There isn’t a year I don’t criss-cross the continent (except 2020 when no one was crossing Europe). During the…

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 trip! And,…

As a Filipino digital nomad, I’ve learned that hopping between time zones, sampling new cuisines, and adjusting to unfamiliar environments can take a toll on both body and mind. But guess what?…

“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 cheerily as…

You know? Growing up in the Philippines, I never had to deal with below-zero temperatures or snow-covered streets. But as a digital nomad, my travels eventually took me to destinations where “bundling…

As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to embrace the magic of travel—indulging in luxury, discovering breathtaking destinations, and creating cherished memories with loved ones. Whether you’re planning a festive family getaway,…

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 That meant you had to rely on paper maps, physical guidebooks, and (often outdated) information from random web forums. While…

When people tell me they hate Bangkok and don’t find a lot of things to do there, I totally understand. It’s a love/hate city that most people aren’t a fan of on…

Hong Kong. Its name inspires visions of a chaotic, jam-packed city with soaring skyscrapers, thick smog, endless noodle stands, big finance, and wild nights out. It’s one of my favorite cities in…