You guys aren’t going to believe this but I’ve made Fox News! And of course their story is as ill-informed and ill-researched as all of their news stories. Here’s what I have to say to Fox and the hundreds who have messaged me I’m very sorry about this situation but I will not be held […]
Runaway Rendezvous with Megan The Motorcycling Mamacita
I first met Megan at the Papaya Lodge in El Tunco, El Salvador. From the moment she walked into the dorm, I couldn’t stop sneaking glances. She had her vintage red helmet in hand, her riding boots on, and a sexy wind blown look on her face. When my curiosity could no longer be contained, […]
Khat: The Adderall Of East Africa
You’ll never believe it, but you can actually find free Adderall in East Africa. Not only that, they are more addicted to it than kids in the US. To be honest though, it’s not exactly Adderall. In fact, it’s not even a generic rx version. Sorry if I disappointed anyone. Instead, the East African Adderall […]
How To Protest Around The World
I look up. A volley of cans are hurling in a high arc through the smoke filled air. I immediately calculate their trajectories and realize they’re heading right for me. With zero time, I leap to safety. The first one lands just a few feet from where I was standing. White gas suffocates the air. […]
Budget Friendly Budapest
Sure London is lovely, Paris is pretty, and Rome is cool, but what about the cities of Eastern Europe? You hardly ever hear Gina from Brooklyn say, “Hey Marty! Me and the kids are going to Prague this Saturday.” No, it’s almost always Rome or Barcelona. People just don’t realize how cool the cities of […]
How To Travel Without A Plan
I love arriving in a completely foreign country without preparation or a plan. The uncertainty is exhilarating and the sense of freedom is unrivaled. It was in this style that I arrived, for the first time, in El Salvador at 1:30 AM last Wednesday. You might be thinking, as my family did “Why in the […]
Live In The South Of France and Get Paid 500 Euro/Month
If you think that the spectacular South Of France is limited to the likes of celebrities and the super rich, then for the most part, you would be right. Hotels are expensive and even hostel dorms don’t go for less than 30 Euro a night. Fortunately, there is a way to enjoy all that the […]
The Great South American Adventure
In just three days The Great South American Adventure shall commence! I will depart New York for the nation state of El Salvador! I know nothing about El Salvador. I don’t know where I’m going to stay. I don’t know what I am going to do. All I know is I am going to be […]
Runaway Hideouts: Secret Spots, Retreats, Best Value
One of my favorite things about backpacking the world is finding cool locations. I love discovering secret spots where I can hide out for a few months. My ideal retreats are where accommodation is free or super cheap, where the sun is always shining and a beach or mountain lake is not far away, where […]
How To Pack For Any Adventure
When packing for a backpacking adventure, it’s tempting to bring as much as you can carry. Understandably, you want be prepared for anything. You end up packing extra shoes, massive amounts of toiletries and a big towel. But the truth is, you don’t need half the stuff that you think you do. You can pack […]
10 Songs that Will Remind You Of Heaven
I once spoke with a revered Islamic Imam in Damascus. Although he was a priest of Islam, he was also an educated theologian and philosopher at heart. So captivating were his views on life, that morning turned to night as if under an eclipse. One issue that had plagued me was the spiritual dichotomy between […]
Runaway Rendezvous with Wandering Earl
Wandering Earl epitomizes the runaway budget backpacker. He started backpacking in 1999 and hasn’t stopped since. He has traveled to over 80 countries, including Iraq and even Afghanistan. With each new country comes a new adventure and a new riveting article on his blog. It is an honor and privilege to welcome one of […]
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