A Day In Istanbul

During my trip I had a one day layover in Istanbul between Israel and Italy. I slept in the airport the night of my arrival. In the morning I found a café in the airport and got some tea. I exchanged some money and headed down to the subway. It took me a few minutes to […]
Buying Gear For Backpacking

Every backpacking trip is different depending on the person and situation, so I’m going to share how to buy gear for your trip. Quality & Durability– Assuming you’ll be using this gear for a long time, you want to buy something that will last. This means going with a dependable and recommended brand. Buying good […]
Travel VS Vacation

There is a huge misconception that travel is expensive. This is because people don’t realize the difference between traveling and vacationing. This misconception has a huge impact on the way people think and how they live their life. Someone may never travel just because they always thought it was expensive and they couldn’t afford it! […]
Why I’m Going To Volunteer With Refugees

We’ve all seen the pictures, the articles, and the stories that make us cringe. When we see something such as this war conflict occurring it’s common for people to turn away because it makes them uncomfortable. For some reason I happen to do the opposite. When I see someone in pain or suffering, my first […]
Why You Should Work As An Au Pair

Many people wonder what the best ways are to make money while traveling; my favorite so far is working as an Au Pair. I worked as an Au Pair in Bangkok, Thailand for 4 months. It was one of the highlights of my trip. I’ll explain why it’s so great: Financial Perks You are getting […]
My Favorite Story From My Trip

As a traveler, the backpacker and hostel community is everything. Being around people who are doing the same thing as you, sharing stories, songs, and culture. When I first started my trip I knew about hostels but didn’t realize the community that existed. My favorite story of my trip is the introduction I got into […]
Cultural Sensitivity When Traveling

As travelers we have great responsibility. We are representing our countries, our cultures, and our values. Some people may have never left their home place before so you should assume you’re the only source of interaction/information they will have. This means we need to take precautions with our actions and be mindful of where we’re […]
How Traveling Changes Your Life (INTERVIEWS)

Today I want to give you a few perspectives other than mine. I asked a few traveler friends to answer two questions for you: How has traveling changed your life? & What’s the most important thing you’ve learned from traveling? Every person’s experience is different and everyone transforms differently, let’s hear how travel affected their […]
The Pros and Cons of Traveling

When people see you traveling as a life-style they automatically assume you’re rich and living fancy-or just lucky. That assumption is completely false but that’s for another post. As a traveler, we experience the crazy, beautiful, unforgettable things-but we also experience trials, tests, and fear. I’ve made lists of the pros and cons of being […]
How To Make An Impact On The World

When traveling, we see a lot of bad. What matters is what we do with these experiences. My new moto is: “I can’t go back from what I’ve seen.” Once you’ve seen certain things you have a sense of responsibility to make a difference. For example, when I was in Nepal I saw children living […]
3 Steps To Live A Fulfilling Life

If you’ve ever woken up in the morning and dreaded going to work, this post is for you. In America, a large number of the population is dealing with anxiety and depression. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 18% of people are dealing with one or both of these illnesses. As someone […]
Coming Home After Traveling (A Brief Summary)

If I had to choose one word to sum up my travel experience, it would be freedom. Freedom because of not having any commitments, being solo, and indulging in my desire to explore. I had the option to go anywhere. After experiencing this kind of freedom, I was dreading coming home; but by the end […]
5 Lessons That Have Changed My Life, Especially My Travel Experiences

The five lessons below have dramatically evolved my life. I now have more direction in life, a decrease in anxiety and stress, more insightful conversations, and deeper relationships. Living these lessons has impacted my travels by giving richer experiences and learning the most I can out of small interactions. Fruit of the spirit- Imagine yourself […]
Identity After Traveling

My last seven months of traveling have been liberating. I have gone where I wish, when I wish, and how I wish. I have had the freedom to be myself. But it was not until the last few days that I truly began to understand and be grateful for my freedom. I have realized that […]
How Traveling Gave Me Purpose

Before I started traveling, I was working, trying to go to college, and hanging out with friends. In my free time I did photography or music or writing- but there was always something missing. I felt as if I was living with no purpose, working so hard but getting nowhere. I used to sit in […]
My First Two Weeks of Bangkok

Coming to Bangkok, I didn’t know what to expect. Of course I did research on the place I was about to spend six months in, but nothing online can ever prepare you for what you’re really going to experience. Some people warned me about the dangers of this city and some only had good things […]
What Traveling Has Taught Me About Materialism And The Ego

Materialism– a huge issue modern society is facing. The media and capitalists are shoving it down our throats every day. I personally grew up without many material things. As a girly girl I wasn’t always able to get that dress I fell in love with at the store, or that one thing I loved in […]
What Traveling Has Taught Me About Happiness

First ask yourself, what is happiness for you? What makes you love life? Are you living a life you love, every day? While traveling I’ve met a lot of people who say, “ah I don’t want to go back to my ‘real life.’” Just because you’re traveling doesn’t mean you’re in some sixth dimension guys. […]
Planning A Backpacking Trip

Research: In order to plan a trip you should be spending hours researching: how to save money, best places to stay, cheapest way to get around, the currency conversion for each country, how long you’ll approximately need in each place, where to go once you’re there, and the weather in each place. Planning: After you […]
Why I Chose To Travel Alone & How Traveling Heals Anxiety

Self Growth: Traveling will expand your heart and spirit, and push your body’s limits. You will see things you’ve never seen before and do things you’ve never done before. Realizing that there are countries all over the world where people live very different than you, and actually experiencing it, will open your eyes. To realize […]
Backpacking: Budgeting & Where I Stay (Cheap or for FREE)

Budgeting: Backpacking as a college student/young adult is hard. Obviously we aren’t making top of the notch salaries and we might even be paying for school on our own along with other responsibilities. BUT it is 100% possible, I promise you. Budgeting is one of the most important things in order to make a trip […]