Imlil Morocco Budget Travel Guide: Atlas Mountains

A complete budget travel guide to Imlil, Morocco, the gateway to the Atlas Mountains. The charming little town of Imlil is the perfect gateway to the Atlas Mountains. It’s easy to access from Marrakech, is a convenient starting point for many treks, and it can be super affordable. For someone like me, who loves nature …

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Worldpackers Vs Workaway: Which Is Best For Work Exchanges?

Worldpackers vs Workaway? Here is my detailed comparison of the two work exchange platforms, as I have used both multiple times! Work exchanges are my absolute favorite way to travel.  They are great for budget travelers looking to save money. And more importantly, they are the easiest way to have interesting experiences abroad.  I’ve already …

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Transylvania, Romania: The Ultimate Budget Travel Guide

My ultimate budget travel guide for Transylvania, Romania - a gorgeous area of Eastern Europe! Transylvania has the vibe of a fictional place. Like Madagascar or Tasmania, it sounds like the name of a fairy-tale land from a book or a movie. Believe it or not, Transylvania is a real place that you can travel …

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Is Worldpackers Worth It? Honest Review + Experiences

Is Worldpackers worth it? Here are my thoughts on work exchanges with Worldpackers based on personal experience! Worldpackers is one of the most well-established websites for finding work exchanges. Workaway, WOOFing, and even traditional job search websites like Indeed are other common places to find work exchanges online. But Worldpackers is growing in popularity. And …

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Hiking Mount Kosciuszko – Complete Guide

Here is my complete guide to hiking Mount Kosciuszko, located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia! I just came back from a weekend in Kosciuszko National Park of southern New South Wales.  Most people visit this part of Australia in winter for skiing and snowboarding at resorts like Perisher and Thredbo.  But …

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Budget Travel Guide To Semuc Champey, Guatemala

Budget travel guide to Semuc Champey, Guatemala. How to visit without a guide for as cheap as possible! Semuc Champey is one of the most beautiful places in Guatemala. It is located in the middle of the jungle, where the natural world flourishes free from the constrictions of humankind. Well, almost free. As Semuc Champey …

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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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7 Free Things To Do in Alicante, Spain

7 free things to do in Alicante, Spain. Perfect for budget travelers! Alicante isn't a super popular tourist destination in Spain compared to places like Barcelona or Madrid. But it's one of my favorite places I've visited in Europe! This coastal city is so unique, interesting, relaxing, and overwhelmingly gorgeous. I spent a few days …

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A Guide To Work Exchange: The Cheapest Way To Travel

 Why a work exchange is the cheapest way to travel, and the most interesting and fun! Including the best organizations for work exchange, and some tips for volunteering abroad.  One of the questions I encounter often among young people is "How do you afford to travel?" Others include "What is the cheapest way to travel?" …

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