6 Reasons To Visit Sintra, Portugal

6 Reasons to visit Sintra on your next trip to Portugal. About an hour northwest of Portugal's capital lies Sintra. This picturesque fairy-tale land is filled with castles, secret gardens, and adorable old men playing wooden flutes in the street. After experiencing the chaos of Lisbon, the peaceful, intimate atmosphere of Sintra feels like a …

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Australian Wildlife Photo Diary

Some of my favorite photos I've taken of Australian wildlife. Because Australia is such an isolated continent, and has been for millions of years, its wildlife has developed in such a unique way. 87% of Australia's mammals can ONLY be found in Australia. 93% of its reptiles, 94% of its frogs, and 45% of its …

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Why I Fell In Love With Sibiu, Romania

My experience in the charming town of Sibiu, Romania.  The best love is unexpected love. When something new just appears out of nowhere and snatches up your heart, there is simply no greater joy. That is why I love traveling to unexpected destinations. Popular tourist cities are so well-known that however stunning they may be, …

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How I Lived in Portugal for One Month and Only Spent 200 Euros

How I lived in Portugal for one month on a budget. All my best budget travel tips! Within the last year, many people have asked me how I can afford to travel so much. Being a recent college graduate with no reliable income and no high-paying job prospects, this is a valid question. So for …

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Working For A Student Travel Company In Rome

An overview of my experience living in Rome and working as a tour guide/tour promoter for a student travel company! I've had lots of random jobs in random places all over the world. One of my favorites was working as a tour promoter/tour guide for a student tour company in Rome! In 2018, I joined …

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6 Beautiful Places In New South Wales, Australia

A handful of the most beautiful places to visit in New South Wales, Australia! While living in Australia, I've become infatuated with the nature around me. Venturing along the coastline brings me to gorgeous beaches framed by the bright blue Pacific Ocean. Heading inland brings me through dense forests and green landscapes seemingly untouched by …

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7 Incredible Volunteer Opportunities Around The World

7 volunteer opportunities around the world, perfect for open-minded and adventurous budget travelers. If you've browsed through my blog before, you'll know that I am a huge fan of volunteering abroad. It is an amazing way to experience different cultures, learn new skills, meet lovely people, and save money while traveling. I've written a few …

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Pros and Cons of Living in Australia

Pros and cons of living in Australia, compared to my home country, the USA. For those who don't know, I came to Australia because I fell in love with an Australian guy in Costa Rica in 2017. My travel-obsessed self saw this as the perfect opportunity to get a Working Holiday Visa and go live …

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8 Reasons To Visit Reykjavik, Iceland

8 Reasons to visit Reykjavik, the capital city of Europe's mysterious winter wonderland. An example of spontaneity at its finest: meeting two girls for the first time on a Saturday, then booking a trip to Reykjavik Iceland with them for the following Thursday. Normally I'm a little skeptical to plan things without much preparation. But …

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African Safari Photo Diary

African Safari in South Africa: my best photos and memories.  The four-wheel-drive bounds along the dirt path, dodging potholes and boulders along the way. We all jolt around in our seats, but the crisp winter air blowing through the windowless vehicle keeps us cool and calm. Suddenly, the driver slows down the car and comes …

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