Hostels are an awesome budget housing option for solo travelers, couples, digital nomads, and groups of travelers. And before I lose you because the word “hostel” sounds dirty (and would send your parents into a panic): Yes, I’ve seen Taken. Yes, I am a health and cleanliness freak. Yes, I think obsessively about the safety […]

Maui, the “Valley Isle,” is the second largest Hawaiian island. It’s seriously underrated, magical Hawaiian island with so much to offer in different seasons. So what’s the best time of year to visit Maui? I’ll answer this question and more- let’s dive in! Why is Maui the best Hawaiian island?  “Best” is subjective, but there […]

EVERYONE wants to know how to find cheap flights. Flights are the big spend for most people’s trips, but with a little flexibility and knowing how to find cheap flights, your plane tickets don’t have to break the bank! Let’s start from the beginning. My best and most basic travel hack for finding cheap flights […]

I’m obsessed with buying local when I travel. Who isn’t? We’re all after authenticity when we leave home to explore new places, and Barcelona is a great place to do it. So when I was visiting Park Guell in Barcelona, I had no idea there was something serious to be wary of if I wanted […]

Wondering how to use points for free hotel stays? It’s a tale as old as time- I’ve got champagne taste on a beer budget. So I’m constantly on the hunt for creative ways to make my travel budget go further! And because only thing better than travel is free travel, I HAD to figure out […]

Florence is my absolute FAVORITE place in Europe- it sounds cliche, but the city really does breathe with art, romance, history, and charm. From the narrow, winding, cobblestone streets to the incredible marbled fountains, world renowned art museums, and unbelievable food, sights, and culture, how can you make the most of just one perfect day […]

  Planning a trip to Iceland? AMAZING choice- it’s my absolute favorite country! But there are a few things that no one told me when I decided to take a spontaneous trip to the land of fire and ice– we’re talking vacation ruining, money guzzling things that you HAVE to know! You’ll read countless articles […]

  I know what you’re thinking- wine being less expensive than water in Italy sounds too good to be true. You sit down at a picturesque European cafe and ask for the essential 3: water, wine, and coffee. When they arrive, you have a shot of water (literally, a glass the size of a shot […]