065 Be Taken by Albania: Europe’s Overlooked Treasure
Not so long ago, Albania’s tourist board developed a marketing campaign designed to poke fun at the country’s unwarranted reputation as a safe haven for inte...
Albania, Eastern Europe, Travel Writing
20 Oct 2022
064 Nathan Aguilera from Foodie Flashpacker
Meet Nathan Aguilera, a flashpacker, foodie, photographer, and travel blogger. Nathan runs the very popular Foodie Flashpacker website that helps people all ...
Travel Writing
16 Jan 2022
063 David McNeill of Expat Empire
Travel entrepreneur David McNeill is the owner of Expat Empire and lives in Portugal.
Podcast
02 Jan 2022
062 Bart van Poll of Spotted by Locals
Today's podcast interview is with the founder of Spotted by Locals, Bart van Poll.
Travel Writing
06 Dec 2021
061 Guatemala Travelogue - Central America Backpacking in 2001
I wrote this account of my time in Guatemala a few months after spending 4 months traveling around Central America in 2001.
Central America, Travel Blogging
13 Oct 2021
060 Nexstand vs Roost - Battle of The Laptop Stands
Looking for a portable laptop stand? Want to know which of the affordable European Nexstand or the American Roost stand is best? Here's a full comparison.
Travel Writing
27 Jul 2021
059 Madeira - A Slice of Tropical Europe in the North Atlantic
Madeira has received a lot of attention as a safe destination for pandemic-era travel.
Europe, Portugal
13 Jul 2021
058 Jason Moore of Zero To Travel - Building Community & Digital Nomadism
Jason Moore is the founder of two popular websites and podcasts: Zero to Travel and Location Indie.
Podcast
05 Jul 2021
057 Nate Hake From Travel Lemming - Emerging Destinations & Travel Trends
Nate Hake is the founder of Travel Lemming, a blog about emerging destinations and travel trends.
Travel Writing
05 Jul 2021
056 Sam McManus from YellowWood Adventures
If you've ever wanted to get into the world of travel and adventure tours, this interview will give you some insights into how it's done.
Travel Writing
05 Jul 2021
055 James Cave from the Portugalist - Advice on Travel And Living in Portugal
The Portugalist is a blog about travel and living in Portugal. James Cave founded the blog in 2016 to create travel content for people interested in visiting...
Travel Writing
04 Jul 2021
054 Peter Santenello - Documenting the World's Misunderstood Places and Peoples
Peter Santenello is an apolitical YouTube creator focusing on travel and people. His videos document the lives of people that live in less-visited countries.
Travel Writing
04 Jul 2021
053 Resources For Learning The Georgian Language Online: Apps, Websites, and Courses
For my second and much longer travels in Georgia, I decided to go head first into learning the language. It’s an interesting, beautiful, and ancient language.
Eastern Europe, Georgia, Language Learning
29 Jun 2021
052 Remembering Anthony Bourdain
_An ode to Anthony Bourdain - traveler, ambassador for good, honest food, and one of the great storytellers._
Travel Writing
22 Jun 2021
051 Travel Writing Blogs & Websites to Follow in 2025
The last few years haven't been the best for the travel writing industry. The pandemic shut down travel and turned off the tap of income for many travel writ...
Travel Writing
05 Feb 2021
050 Pros and Cons of Having Two Phones: Digital Nomad Perspective
I often travel with two smartphones when I’m living abroad for an extended period of time.
Digital Nomad
21 Dec 2020
049 Travels in Georgia - Notes on the Jewel of the Caucasus
The country of Georgia will always be the runner-up to the US state of Georgia in terms of name recognition.
Destinations, Eastern Europe, Food and Drink, Georgia, Travel Writing
12 Oct 2020
048 What Is A Visa Run?
Hated by some for the inconvenience and expense, welcomed by others as a chance to travel to another country, however briefly, visa runs are common “procedur...
Digital Nomad, Travel Hacks
23 Jul 2020
047 Travel Writing, SEO & Boring Blogs
I’m a travel writer and I run an SEO business. For years, I kept falling back into the trap of always writing keyword-driven content.
Travel Blogging, Travel Writing
21 Jul 2020
046 Ukraine Travel Guide
Ukraine is a fascinating place sandwiched between Russia and Europe. The last massive buffer zone between the European bloc and the growing world powers of t...
Europe, Ukraine
01 Mar 2020
045 My Travel Apps - Tools For Solo & Independent Travelers
Your phone is a powerful device for travel planning, saving money, and communicating with fellow travelers thanks to the incredible range of apps available.
Travel Writing
12 Feb 2020
044 Georgia - Wine, Culture, & Travel In The Birthplace Of Viticulture
In the last few years, Georgia has grown exponentially in popularity as a tourist destination.
Destinations, Eastern Europe, Food and Drink, Georgia, Travel Writing
12 Jan 2020
043 48 hours in Baku, Azerbaijan
Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, is a modern metropolis at the edge of the desert and bordering the Caspian Sea.
Azerbaijan, Destinations, The Middle East
06 Jan 2020
042 The Best Of Humorous Travel Writing
There are people who believe that discussing the merits of funny travel books is disrespectful.
Books, Travel Writing
15 Nov 2019
041 Travel Resources: Flight Hacks, Hotel Finders & Must-Have Apps
This is a directory of travel resources, travel hacking tools, and services to help you find cheaper flights and have a better travel experience.
Travel Hacks
20 Sept 2019
040 Postcards from Rome: A Visual Guide to the Eternal City
My visit to Rome started with preconceptions. The travel tales of friends, twitter rants about Rome’s tourism problem, and the myopic comments of armchair tr...
Travel Writing
30 Aug 2019
039 Amman, Capital The Ancient Land Of Jordan
Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a city of hills and windy streets. It looks just like I'd imagined it.
Travel Writing
25 Aug 2019
038 Wadi Rum Blog - Visiting Jordan's Desert Valley Of The Moon
Like the surface of Mars, the vast and beautiful Wadi Rum desert is a captivating place.
Destinations, Jordan, Solo Travel, The Middle East
25 Aug 2019
037 Postcards from Jordan: A Land of History and Beauty
Jordan is a safe, welcoming, and incredibly photogenic land in the Middle East. Bordered by mountains, the Dead Sea, The Red Sea, enormous deserts and lush, ...
Destinations, Jordan, Photography, The Middle East, Travel Writing
24 Aug 2019
036 Petra - Jordan's Ancient City & New World Wonder
Petra, the Lost City, is the most important tourist site in Jordan. It's also one of the 7 'new' Wonders of the world.
Destinations, Jordan, The Middle East
24 Aug 2019
035 Photos Of Georgia That Will Make You Fall In Love With The Country
The Kingdoms that make up modern-day Georgia in the Caucasus mountains leave a cultural legacy of thousands of years.
Destinations, Eastern Europe, Georgia, Photography
22 Aug 2019
034 10 Facts about Georgia (Country) You Didn't Know
Thanks to its strategic geographical location, mountainous topography, unique culture and language, the Republic of Georgia is bursting with interesting peop...
Destinations, Eastern Europe, Georgia, Travel Writing
21 Aug 2019
033 Where is Dubai? And Is it A City Or A Country?
Dubai is a city, state, and emirate in the United Arab Emirates, a country in the Persian Gulf.
Destinations, The Middle East, United Arab Emirates
18 Aug 2019
032 Nomad Living - Disadvantages of the Lifestyle & Home Truths
The nomadic lifestyle isn’t for everyone. Travelling and 'working from anywhere' holds much charm for many people.
Digital Nomad, Solo Travel, Travel Writing
01 Aug 2019
031 Kazbegi Hiking: Stepantsminda to Gergeti Glacier Trek
The main attraction in Kazbegi (Georgians call the town Stepantsminda) is the mountains.
Destinations, Eastern Europe, Georgia, The Middle East
27 Jul 2019
030 Digital Nomad Tbilisi: Guide to Living in Georgia's Capital
Imagine a place that feels like Eastern Europe with a hint of the Middle East / Central Asia. Where you can stay for a year as a tourist.
Destinations, Digital Nomad, Eastern Europe, Georgia
22 Jul 2019
029 Living in Argentina: The Pros & Cons
Argentina sits at the bottom of the world, far from any international flight hub, and embroiled in economic problems that sometimes make visitors nervous.
Argentina, Destinations, Digital Nomad, Living Overseas, South America
17 Apr 2019
028 Taipei Digital Nomad Destination Guide
I used to think of Taipei and Taiwan as an extension of China. In my ignorance (before I visited) I expected an island version of mainland China.
Destinations, Digital Nomad, Southeast Asia, Taiwan
10 Apr 2019
027 How older digital nomads Live & Work - Interviews with Gen X and Baby Boomer Location Independent Entrepreneurs
I used to think that the idea of travelling the world while working from a laptop was something one would quit by the age of 40.
Digital Nomad
07 Apr 2019
026 The Best Travel Podcasts - Eargasms For Wanderlusters
There's no doubt that the popularity of podcasts has exploded in recent years. As it turns out, podcasts about travel work really well on this relatively new...
Digital Nomad
03 Apr 2019
025 Wanderlust Books: Inspiring Non-fiction Travel Writing
Looking for inspiration for your travels? Need a guide to foreign country that does more than list hotels and places to eat? Do you want to go deep into the ...
Books, Travel Writing
07 Mar 2019
024 Solo Travel Jordan - The Travel Planning Essentials
Jordan flies under the “next best travel destination” radar most of the time. The name might be familiar but it’s often heard in the context of Israel or goi...
Destinations, Jordan, Solo Travel
27 Jan 2019
023 VPNs For Digital Nomads - A Guide
If you travel and work online need a VPN. A Virtual Private Network service lets you securely connect to the internet by tunneling through the WiFi network.
Digital Nomad, Gear and Tech
16 Jan 2019
022 10 Fascinating Facts About Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown is one of the most popular destinations in New Zealand. It's also one of best-known adventure destinations in the world.
Destinations, New Zealand
16 Jan 2019
021 Tripit Pro Review: The Must Have Travel Organizer App
Let's get straight into it. What does it do?
Gear and Tech
15 Jan 2019
020 32 Smart Travel Tips & Tricks From 20 Years Of Travel
I've learned a few tricks from travelling and living overseas since I took my first solo travel trip in 1995.
Digital Nomad, Solo Travel, Travel Hacks
06 Jan 2019
019 Begpackers: The Rise and Impact of Funded Travel
The definition of _begpacker_ (beg-packer) is someone who attempts to save money by asking locals and other foreigners to fund their travels.
Travel Writing
01 Dec 2018
018 Airbnb Alternatives: House Sitting, Glamping, & Boutique Hotels
Airbnb is one of the most popular vacation rental websites and long-term rental booking platforms.
Accommodation
27 Oct 2018
017 The Hipster Guide to Dublin: Avocados, Beards, & Coffee
Dublin's metamorphosis over the past two decades is nothing short of astounding. From the influx of industrious Polish immigrants to the vibrant Brazilians, ...
Destinations, Ireland, Travel Writing
30 Sept 2018
016 The Best Digital Nomad-Friendly Coffee Shops In Bangkok
After a year and a half of living and working as a digital nomad in Bangkok, my curated list of the best coffee shops in Bangkok for working should help othe...
Digital Nomad
15 Sept 2018
015 The Irish in Argentina - Resources
Argentina has the world's 5th biggest population of Irish descendants, a fact I didn't know until I visited the country.
Travel Writing
13 Sept 2018
014 The Philippines: Digital Nomad Guide
Internet connectivity is one of the worst in South East Asia. Don’t expect to stream videos, upload important files, or do anything you're used to doing in o...
Destinations, Digital Nomad, Philippines, Southeast Asia
11 Sept 2018
013 What is a Digital Nomad?Defining a Movement
_A digital nomad is someone who desires the freedom to live and work around the world and uses technology to make this desire a reality._
Digital Nomad
26 Aug 2018
012 Violet Jessop: Irish-Argentine Traveller & Titanic Survivor
Jessop is mostly remembered for surviving the sinking of the RMS Titanic and the HMHS Britannic.
Argentina, People, South America
20 Aug 2018
011 Beyond Duolingo: Language Learning Apps for Cultural Immersion
Learning a new language opens the doors to new experiences, new cultures, and a new way of thinking. Learning a second language will change your life.
Language Learning
17 Aug 2018
010 Admiral William Brown - The Irish Founder Of Argentina's Navy
Guillermo Brown, born William Brown, is probably the most well-known Irish person to have made a name for himself in Latin America.
Argentina, Europe, Ireland, People, South America
10 Aug 2018
009 Che Guevara's Irish Roots - The Irish in Argentina
Che Guevara’s major influence was felt in the mid-1950s in Latin America. However, his family came to this part of the world much earlier and for very specif...
Argentina, Europe, Ireland, People, South America, Travel Writing
24 Jul 2018
008 Medical Services and Hospitals in Argentina
Argentina's doctors, surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff are highly-educated professionals that work to a very high standard.
Argentina, Destinations, South America
13 May 2018
007 Best Browser Extensions: Travel Booking, Flight Search, & Hotel Discounts
Most of us book flights, research trips, and pay for hotels using Chrome on desktop or mobile devices. Chrome is the most popular web browser on the planet.
Digital Nomad
10 Apr 2018
006 Pamukkale - Turkey's Thermal Travertine Terraces
Pamukkale is the location of Turkey's beautiful & health-giving limestone hot springs, one of the country's top tourist attractions.
Destinations, The Middle East, Turkey
13 Feb 2018
005 Bogota vs Medellin - Which is Colombia's Best City for Living?
Comparing Bogotá with Medellín, the two biggest cities in Colombia, is bound to ruffle some feathers.
Colombia, Destinations, South America
26 Dec 2017
004 Exploring Ephesus: A Greek Legacy in Modern-Day Turkey
Planning a trip to Turkey? Interested in history and ancient architecture? Are you looking for an interesting day excursion combined with a history and cultu...
Destinations, The Middle East, Turkey
20 Dec 2017
003 How to Apply for a Thailand Visa at the Thai Embassy in Taipei
Looking for a great new destination for a Thai visa run? Run out of ideas for a short trip to get another 60-day tourist visa? Spending time in Thailand but ...
Digital Nomad, Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Thailand
14 Sept 2017
002 Bangkok vs Hanoi - City Comparison
Thailand's capital, Bangkok, and the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, are two popular destinations in South East Asia.
Digital Nomad
27 Mar 2017
001 Kusadasi to Samos Day Trip
Kusadasi is a busy cruise ship destination and ferries from all over the Mediterranean and further afield arrive and leave daily.
Destinations, The Middle East, Turkey
22 Sept 2016
