After being on the road for so long, packing has become a rather effortless task for me. I’ve been packing the same items over and over again for the past two years, and I feel like I can pack for a long trip in my sleep. However, packing wasn’t always that seamless for me. I was packing everything I thought I needed like phone chargers and headphones. But, I was missing other crucial items that slipped my mind. I was reading several packing lists and they all pretty much said to pack the same things. After my first 2+ week international trip, I realized that I needed to pack more…
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How to Get Free Hotel Rooms Anywhere in the World
In my almost two years of traveling, I’ve been able to try several hotel booking websites including Expedia, Agoda, Booking.com and more. I get asked pretty frequently what my favourite loyalty program is and the answer is always Hotels.com. It’s my jam. Before I jump into all the details about the program, I want to clarify that this is not a sponsored post. I genuinely love Hotels.com, and I want to help you get free hotel stays anywhere in the world. This post contains affiliate links to the products that I use and trust. This means that I might receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if…
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Visiting Kuwait: Everything You Need to Know
The Middle East is becoming a hot tourist destination. It’s actually my favorite region in the entire world. New attractions are popping up left and right and locals are becoming more welcoming towards tourists. When people travel to the Middle East, they generally flock to the UAE, Jordan, Morocco or Turkey. However, there’s another hidden gem in this part of the world – Kuwait. I’ll admit that I didn’t exactly volunteer to go to Kuwait right away. We were in Dubai and needed to reset our visas. We happened to find reasonable flights to Kuwait and that’s how we ended up there. We honestly didn’t have very many expectations before…
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The Ultimate Guide to Traveling More with a Full-Time Job
Another common question that I get asked is, “How do I make travel happen with my full-time job?” These days, a lot of millennials have quit their corporate jobs to travel the world – myself included. That’s a scary thought for some people and somedays that thought still terrifies me. However, you don’t have to take a scary leap like this if you’re not ready. I totally understand that travel comes in many forms and you don’t have to part ways with your job to travel. I wrote this post for all my 9-5 friends who don’t want to give up their jobs but are still wanting to explore the…
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10 Things You Must Do in Cape Town, South Africa
Oh, Cape Town! Where do I even begin? I visited Cape Town for the first time a year ago and instantly fell in love. There’s just something about that city that captivates you. The scenery is truly the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen. The locals are so friendly and welcoming. Don’t even get me started on the food and coffee. When people ask us what our favorite city is, we always answer “Cape Town.” We actually packed our bags and moved to Cape Town for three months not too long ago. That’s how much I adore this city. If you’re heading to Cape Town soon, here are ten things…
