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Read MoreI went on a road trip down the Central Coast of California and brought Seltzy along with me to see if it was truly the best hard seltzer fit for an adventure.
Read MoreA visit to the Southwest in one of my favorite road trips! Read on to know where to stay, what to do, and where to hike in the Southwest USA.
Read MoreEverything you need to know about planning a trip to Yellowstone, Glacier, and Grand Teton National Parks! This guide covers where to stay, what to do, and the best tips for visiting Yellowstone, Glacier, and Grand Teton.
Read MoreHere’s a list of 8 adventurous things to do in Baja California Sur, Mexico! This guide includes activities such as whale watching, hiking, ATV rides and more around the Cabo and La Paz areas!
Read MoreEver wanted to live abroad in New Zealand but don’t know where to start? Read this guide to learn everything from how to apply for a working holiday visa, to choosing a place to live. Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
Read MorePlan your Pacific Northwest road trip with my guide to all the best things to do and places to eat! Drive from California to Canada!
Read MoreFor our last stop on our two month Southeast Asia backpacking trip, we stop in Bangkok. The highlight for me of this stop was our Thai cooking class that we took. We learned how to cook authentic panang curry, papaya salad, pad thai, and caramelized bananas. I'd definitely do this again next time I'm in Bangkok.
Read MoreThe Gili Islands, located just off Lombok, Indonesia are a popular destination for travelers visiting Bali. After staying in Ubud, Nico and I adventured to Gili Trawangan and Gili Air where we enjoyed swimming in the ocean, watching sunsets, and hitting up happy hours at cute beach-side bars and cafes.
Read MoreNearing the end of our two month Southeast Asia backpacking trip, Nico and I arrive in Bali, Indonesia. Here we explore rice terraces, eat at delicious cafes, and hang out with the monkeys. Most of our time is spent in Ubud but we get a glimpse of Kuta as well.
Read MoreOur wallets had a rude awakening as we left Cambodia and began to explore the beautiful (but expensive) streets of Singapore. Some of the highlights included eating great food, chilling at a rooftop bar, and wandering through the largest and coolest botanical garden I've ever seen.
Read MoreCambodia was the fifth country we visited during our Southeast Asia backpacking trip. We stayed in Siem Reap, a town popular amongst expats and travelers due to its close proximity to Angkor Wat and the cheap cost of -- well, everything.
Read MoreFor our last stop in Southern Thailand, Nico and I head to Phuket, a popular destination for backpackers (and, surprisingly, families?). We weren't too impressed with the island but did find a few great options for food and ice cream.
Read MoreKoh Phi Phi is a Thai island commonly visited by day trippers from Krabi or Phuket. We found the best way to enjoy this paradise, however, by staying on Phi Phi Don in our own jungle hut. Nothing compared to exploring the island after the crowds left at the end of the day.
Read MoreLocated on the southern peninsula of Thailand, Krabi is a tropical paradise. During our visit, Nico and I explore the Railay Peninsula (and briefly get stranded there), walk the Monkey Trail, and hike Ngorn Nak Mountain (where I, sadly, part ways with my beloved drone).
Read MoreNico and I meet up with Kristen and Josh again in Koh Tao, Thailand. We decided to splurge a little bit and stay in a nice resort with an infinity pool. We also go snorkeling and swim with a sea turtle.
Read MoreDay One On the last morning of our visit to Hội An, Nico and I got our stuff together before heading downstairs for our last pancake breakfast at Sac Lo. We said "goodbye" to Lyna and Bex and then got in our shuttle to the Danang airport. We then flew for about two hours to Kuala Lumpur, jumping ahead one hour in time.
Read MoreA quaint, colonial town in central Vietnam, Hội An is full of bright, colorful lanterns and delicious Vietnamese food. I felt the most immersed in culture during this stop on my SE Asia backpacking trip.
Read MoreDay One It took only a few hours to get to Ninh Binh by bus from Hanoi. From the bus stop, we walked to our hostel as it was pretty close. Nico and I booked a private room in Go Ninh Binh Hostel, which was a nice place to relax for the night as we were tired from travelling and not feeling very social. Go Ninh Binh Hos
Read MoreI visit Halong Bay, Vietnam and manage to see all the sites and take a junk boat tour while avoiding the crowds of tourists (mostly). This post is packed with pictures of beautiful archipelagos and funny language barrier stories.
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