Travel
A Complete Guide on Hiking the Inca Trail in 2025
Machu Picchu is one of those bucket-list activities people dream about. While most people visit on a day trip, you can also visit via the Inca Trail, a challenging multi-day hike through the jungles of Peru. In this guest post, my friend Gillian divulges the details of her trek while sharing some tips and suggestions…
Is Peru Safe to Visit? (Updated 2025)
Peru, the third largest country in South America, and Before the pandemic, it received more than four million visitors each year. Whether you want to visit Machu Picchu, the floating islands in Lake Titicaca, the Nazca Lines, or the vibrant capital of Lima and its thriving food scene, Peru lives up to the hype. I…
Is Bali Safe? My Thoughts On Crime, Monkeys, & Earthquakes
10 The island of Bali, Indonesia was visited by more than 6 million international tourists in 2024, and it’s one of the most popular travel destination in Southeast Asia. But how safe is it? The short answer to this question is that Bali is very safe. It’s safer than most places in the world. I’d…
I’m Releasing a New Book!
Big news! I’m launching a new book! It is a widely updated version of the New York Times bestselling travel guide. How to Travel the World on $50 a Day. Except this new edition is called How to Travel the World on $75 a Day. Why the new edition? Well, because of inflation… and the…
Which Plan Is Right For You?
Whether you’re traveling to Europe for two weeks or planning an epic adventure around the world, you need travel insurance. seriously. I know, it’s not a fun topic to read about. And yes, this will add to your travel budget. But after nearly two decades on the road, I’ve learned the hard way just how…
From 1 Week to 1 Month
Peru is a massive country. To do it justice, you need a lot of time. From the capital of Lima to the ancient city of Cusco to the jungles of the Amazon to the beach towns to the ruins of the Sacred Valley, Peru presents you with a lot of options. I spent 2.5 weeks…
The Blue City Of Morocco
20 The blue city of Chefchaouen is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Morocco. This unique little mountain town has entire streets painted in shades of blue. You can go to Chef Chaouen on a day trip from Fez or Tangier, or there Hotels in the city If you want to stay longer….
How Much Does It Cost to Visit Peru in 2025?
Peru is one of the best places I’ve ever been (and that’s saying something). I loved every moment (this blog post goes into more detail why). Besides being stunning, it’s also a very affordable destination (provided you limit yourself to Lima’s fine dining and guided hiking). If you’re heading to Peru and wondering how much…
A Love Note to Peru (& Why You Have to Visit!)
I’ve waited a long time to visit Peru. I have no good reason not to have headed there sooner than I did. The country has been on my “places to visit” list for years, but there was always a reason why I couldn’t go. “It’s the wrong season”, “I don’t want to go alone”, “It’s…