You’ve probably seen photographs of the stunning limestone formations around El Nido rising majestically above the turquoise water. It is one of the most popular destinations in the Philippines and for good reason, the nearby islands and beaches are absolutely stunning. But the actual town of El Nido leaves something to be desired. The infrastructure…
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The Best Power Banks and Portable Chargers for Travelers
Whether we like it or not, we’ve all come to rely on our cell phones. Whether you use it for calling and texting, for accessing your favorite social media apps, for listening to music or podcasts, or for navigation, you undoubtedly feel the pain when you accidentally leave home without it. Or when it runs…
35 Essential Health and Beauty Products for Female Travelers
October of 2018 will mark 2 years since I quit my job, relinquished my apartment, put all of my worldly belongings in a storage unit, and hit the road. That’s 2 years since I’ve lived near a Target or had a shipping address to order anything on Amazon. Two years since I’ve had my favorite…
Complete Guide to Island Hopping in Balabac, Palawan
Are you planning a visit to the Philippines and dreaming about lounging on pristine beaches, jetting around to untouched islands, and not having to share any of it with anyone else? If so, skip the over-crowded areas of El Nido and Coron in the north of Palawan Island and instead head south, to the Balabac…
7 Awesome Things To Do in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Situated in the highlands of northern Thailand, Chiang Mai is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Visitors come here to play with elephants, trek through hill tribe villages, shop ’til they drop at the endless night markets, or simply to use it as a stopping-off point before heading further north to…
43 Ridiculous Swimsuits That You’ll Actually Want This Summer
Ah summer. It’s that time of year again. The time when women put on uncomfortable, revealing swimsuits and body shame each other. When our frantic desire for hairlessness causes us to shave our bodies from the the tip of our noses to the bottom of our toenails. I, for one, despise bathing suit season. Not…
9 Must-Visit Destinations in Myanmar
Imagine visiting a place where the locals smile warmly when they see you, where you can freely explore beautiful and well preserved ancient temples, and where you can live like royalty on a modest budget. Where you can visit bustling cities, pristine beaches, and remarkable floating villages. Where as soon as you leave you begin…
15 Awesome Things To Do in Mandalay
Mandalay is the second largest city in Myanmar and one that often gets overlooked by tourists. Visitors generally fly into Yangon and head straight for the popular tourist areas of Bagan, Inle Lake, and Ngapali Beach. But they really have no idea what they’re missing! The city of Mandalay and the area surrounding it is…
The Best Tea Shops in Mandalay, Myanmar
Throughout Myanmar you’ll find tea shops filled with men wearing “longyis”, laughing with friends while sipping endless cups of thick, sugary sweet Myanmar Tea. They are truly the heartbeat of Burmese culture, especially in larger cities like Mandalay. Most of the hotels in Mandalay include breakfast but if you really want to experience the culture…
The Best Water Shoes for Havasu Falls
Havasu Falls is arguably one of the most spectacular and picturesque waterfalls in the United States. Located in Northern Arizona, it is a 10-mile trek through a deep canyon from the parking lot to the falls. The water is a beautiful turquoise blue and it plunges down a 100-foot limestone cliff to the refreshing swimming…
2018 Burning Man Packing List
Burning Man is an incredibly intense experience. You’ll be venturing into the Black Rock Desert where there are frequent dust storms. Your body and everything you own will be covered in the alkaline playa dust, all of the time. You will get bloody noses daily, your feet will get dry and crack, you’ll be kept…
Visit the Okonjima Nature Reserve in Namibia
No trip to Namibia is complete without a stay in a luxurious tent camp where you can lounge in bed while wild animals graze outside your window. And there is no better place in the country to get your fill of luxury treatment and exhilarating safari excursions than at the Okonjima Nature Reserve. Not only…