78 The island of Bali, Indonesia was visited by more than 6 million international tourists in 2024, and it’s one of the most popular travel destinations in Southeast Asia. But how safe is it? The short answer is that Bali is very safe. It’s safer than most places in the world. I’d also happily recommend […]
When I finally decided to visit Peru, I knew one thing: I wanted to hike with the company that Mark Adams, my friend and fellow travel writer, used for his book Turn Right at Machu Picchu. The stories he shared about his treks and what he learned on them convinced me that those were the […]
We’ve explored bits and pieces of these Seattle neighborhoods: Bainbridge, Ballard, Beacon Hill, Bellevue, Belltown, Capitol Hill, Central District, Columbia City, Denny Triangle, Downtown Seattle, Fremont, Hillman City, Industrial District, International District, Issaquah, Lower Queen Anne, Phinney Ridge, Pioneer Square, Rainier Beach, Seatac, South Lake Union, Vashon Island, Wallingford, Waterfront, West Seattle, Westlake, and Whidbey. […]
64 Mount Karangetang is an awesome Jurassic Park-looking volcano that dominates the remote island of Siau in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. You can’t go anywhere on tiny Siau island without seeing this majestic volcano and its twin smoking craters. If you’re lucky, you may even get to see it spouting molten lava and rock bombs at […]
Having reliable mobile data when you travel is a must these days. It’s helpful not only for finding things to do or the right bus route, but communicating in an emergency and locating your accommodation if you get lost. While I think a lot of travelers spend too much time on their phone, the fact […]
What to Look for in a Climbing Chalk Bag Chalk Bag Size Size matters. You want a big enough bag to hold a good amount of chalk (plus some extra space in case you need to chalk up quickly) but not so big that it’s annoying to carry. Small Bags: These lightweight and compact bags […]
49 One of the best places to see nature and animals in Thailand is at the Khao Sok National Park, which is not too far from Phuket and Krabi. We spent 3 days at Khao Sok and had a blast. The turquoise lake is really nice, and it’s easy to see animals in the park. […]
Quebec City is beautiful. While it’s regularly overlooked in favor of bigger destinations like Toronto and Montreal, this is where European explorers first arrived in the 16th and 17th centuries. A cultural hub in the province of Quebec (as well as the province’s capital), the city’s Old Town is one of the best preserved in […]
Want to know what is the best time to visit Las Vegas? Here’s everything you need to know from a local! Las Vegas is known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, aka adult Disneyland, and for those of you who have visited during the summer, you will never forget the scorching heat. As a […]
872 Even though Aruba is mainly known for its beaches and other fun activities, there are also some easy and family friendly hikes on the island where you can see natural pools, rock arches, and desert landscapes at the Arikok National Park. Don’t expect anything truly mind blowing like the scenery you might see in […]