During a hot summer it’s always good to get out on the water, wherever you are in the world. From whale watching to adventure fishing and kayaking to cruises there are activities for everyone. Without further ado, below are five great water based activities you might want to consider when choosing your next holiday. Kayaking Tour, Oregon […]
Run Away In 5 Simple Steps
Those of you who know me know that I’m constantly dreaming up and planning bigger and crazier run away adventures. I want to ride the Trans-Siberean this spring from Beijing to St. Petersburg. I want do the Mongol Rally and drive an underpowered Hyundai 10,000 miles to Mongolia. I also want to walk the Camino […]
I Am Stronger Now
It’s 9pm in San Salvador. The streets are cast in dark shadows. A cool wind rustles tree branches and steel doors. I’m walking from my hostel to a store a few blocks away. Halfway there a man blocks my path. With one glance it’s clear what he wants. Chiki-ton! Chiki-ton! I say with feigned bravado, […]
Cambodia Hideouts
Runaway Hideouts are both of long and short term accommodations. They’re off the beaten path and always the best value. Mad Monkey #Budget #AwesomeFood Mad Monkey Hostel is the ultimate party hostel in Cambodia. They have a reasonably priced bar and incredible food. Although the rooms and dorms are clean and have comfortable beds, you probably won’t be […]
Top Destinations In Cambodia
Bike Around Angkor Wat Angkor Wat is the most incredible, authentic, and mind blowing ancient city in the world. Compared to other ancient wonders, nothing else comes close. And there’s no better or cheaper way to explore it than by bike (1$/day rental). Unfortunately the Cambodian government charges all tourists 20$/1 day, 40$/3 days, or 60$/5 […]
Cambodia Budget Travel Guide
How To Get Around Cambodia For Cheap Trains Unlike Thailand or Vietnam, Cambodia’s rail network is old and slow(30 km average). But that also means it’s extremely cheap. A one way ticket from Battenbang to Phnom Penh costs just 3$ (1$ for locals) and takes 14 hours. The best part, Train Surfing is an option! Busses Busses […]
Cambodia Preparation Guide
Best Time To Go To Cambodia The best time to visit Cambodia for budget backpackers is from mid-August to mid October. There are less tourists, the land is beautiful and lush, and prices for everything can be bargained down. However, it’s also the heart of the monsoonal based rainy season. Fortunately, this usually only consists of afternoon rains or intermittent […]
Run Away With Us To Central America!
If you’ve ever wanted to explore Central America with an intimate group of likeminded backpackers, this tour is for you. Kate from Adventurous Kate and I are leading a 15 day Runaway Tour, beginning March 5th 2015, through two of the most exciting countries in the region, El Salvador and Guatemala. Everyone is invited! But be sure get in touch […]
Proof Of Onward Travel On Spirit Air
“Good mornin mah brotha.” “Good morning, how are ya?” I reply, way too suburban like, taken a bit by surprise by this getto fabulous first interation of the day. “Where you be flyin?” Yup, no doubt about it. This is definitely New York La Guardia airport. “San Salvador” I say, in a thicker latino accent than […]
Ultimate Guide To Flying On Budget Airlines
Budget airlines have made flying long international and short domestic flights affordable for everyone. As a broke budget backpacker, I absolutely love them. I’ve taken more Ryan, Norwegian, Spirit and Air Asia flights than I can count and have saved heaps. But the reason they’re able to offer such low fares is by cutting airport […]
Eating With A Japanese Chef In Her Brooklyn Apartment
To my left is an Australian couple asking for advice for their upcoming USA road trip. To my right are two young teachers from New Jersey who have traveled to more off beat places than most. And in front of me is the most delicious Hokkaido style Nabe I’ve ever tasted. I have to admit I […]
Top Destinations In Sri Lanka
A gigantic granite cloud carries me over leopard jungles, emerald rice paddies and peaceful elephant plains. I soar along a turquoise coast, past surfers, beach bars and fishermen on stilts. Suddenly I’m speeding next to a young man dangling from a train by one hand. And before I know it I’m back in Colombo, the city streets singing with tuk tuks and smelling of sweet curries. […]
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