How to travel well on a budget

Sicily is great. And I’m not just saying that because so far no one tried to steal anything from me. I found a great hostel where I’ve been meeting tons of nice people (Casa di Amici, more on that soon), have taken day trips to stunning beach towns, visited catacombs and of course had an overload of the local specialities which happen to be all sweet. Cannolis, brioches, gelati – whatever your carb-craving heart desires. It’s impossible to stay skinny in Sicily so it’s probably for the better that tonight i’ll hop on the overnight ferry to Naples from where I will return to Germany where I will swap my daily pizza and gelato diet for salad and mineral water. Since I don’t have a camera anymore, I’ve been taking pictures with my Iphone using the very fantastic Hipstamatic Iphone app. I highly recommend you try it. Here’s my bit of Sicilian panorama…

When I became aware of the Nourish Retreats escape to Sayulita this year, I was most excited for one thing: the surfing! After surfing in Bali, I knew that I had fallen in love — and I had to keep up my newfound interest somehow! While Sayulita is a big surfing town, it wasn’t ideal for a lesson that day — so we headed to Punta de Mita, about 20 minutes away. Before the trip, all I knew about Punta de Mita was that they had a Four Seasons, and one of the best Four Seasons for villa rentals (this information I retained from my former job as a concierge for the ridiculously rich). It turns out that Punta de Mita is nicknamed “Mexico’s Malibu” and is home to a sizable expat community. An older, well-to-do expat community, filled with condos and fancy shops.  And the stretch of beach is simply lovely. Our surfing lesson was led by local operator WildMex. After a brief lesson on the beach, we headed out into the water. There was just one problem....

Just two hours north of Budapest lies a small city that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the Hungarian capital. A short train ride, and you can trade in the clash of nighttime traffic for a serenade of nighttime insects; the sprawling city for just a few major streets. And instead of Budapest's ruin bars, here you can explore dozens of wine cellars. This is Eger. A city of about 60,000, Eger still manages to possess that Hungarian charm that I fell in love with in Budapest, despite its miniature size. Cobbled streets empty into broad squares with towering cathedrals. Colorful cafes spill out onto sidewalks littered with umbrella-shaded tables. And an ancient castle provides sweeping views out over the whole city. Eger from above In fact, Eger Castle is one of the region's main attractions, with the structure dating back centuries. Even on a rainy Sunday when all the museums and exhibitions were closed, the fortress was well worth a visit. But nobody comes...

Searching for some enthralling Bogota day trips? Well, fret not! We have got you covered. Though there are many day trips from Bogota, here, we have compiled a list of some amazing and fascinating stopovers from that one cannot afford to miss out. If you are looking to plan a trip to Bogota, then do consider these day trips to make the most out of your vacation. Table of Contents 1 Chicaque Natural Park 1.1 How far from Bogota 1.1.1 How to get there 1.1.1.1 Cost to travel there 2 Lake Guatavita 2.1 How far from Bogota 2.1.1 How to get there 2.1.1.1 Cost to travel there 3 La Chorrera Waterfall 3.1 How far from Bogota 3.1.1 How to get there 3.1.1.1 Cost to travel there 4 What to Expect in Bogota 5 Matarredonda Natural Park 5.1 How far from Bogota 5.1.1 How to get there 5.1.1.1 Cost to travel there 6 Tequendama Falls 6.1 How far from Bogota 6.1.1 How to get there 6.1.1.1 Cost to travel there 7 Bogota Day Trips 8 Zipaquira and Nemocon Salt Mines 8.1 How far from B...

Planning a trip to South Korea? You’re covering Seoul as well on your trip, right? If so, then make sure that your Seoul itinerary must include a visit to the shopping district of Myeongdong. We have been to this place and trust me, for even a moment, it didn’t feel like this place is not worth it. Whether you are looking to enjoy an ultimate shopping tour or wish to relish the taste of cheap Korean food , Myenongdong has everything, literally. There are plenty of amazing things to do in Myeongdong which you can explore and experience during the day time. Not just this, Myeongdong also plays an important role in Seoul nightlife . As the sun falls asleep, the region turns neon and become appealing to tourists with its array of activities. Here in this post, we talk about what to do in Myeongdong. Table of Contents 1 Myeongdong Street Food 1.1 Address 2 Myeongdong Shopping 3 Visit Myeongdong Cathedral 3.1 Address 4 Sauna in Myeongdong – Mud Spa  4.1 Address 5 Myeong...

Stockholm is one of my favorite cities in Europe, but it’s unfortunately also one of the most expensive. Prices all around the Nordic countries are generally quite high. Luckily, Stockholm won’t hurt the wallet quite as hard as, say, Copenhagen or Oslo, but it’s still not a cheap city by any stretch of the imagination. If you’re visiting Stockholm on a budget, the easiest way to save money is by staying in a hostel, especially if you’re traveling solo (an Airbnb may also be a good call and work well for a group – here’s a discount for you if it’s your first time!). If you have a vision of nasty bunkbeds and stuffy rooms, rest assured. Hostels in Stockholm kick it up a notch thanks to that delightfully airy Scandinavian design you’ll find everywhere. As in, it seems to be a sin in Sweden to have bad décor. I’ve broken down this post into some general tips as well as a breakdown of best hostels in Stockholm by neighborhood. Ke...