How to be a Budget Baller in Bali

This Budget Baller in Bali guide for all those who don’t want to travel like homeless vagabonds and gypsies. This is for the people who like semi-comfort and livability in the places they stay and planes they ride. If you’re one of those extreme people who only stay at places less than $5 a night infested […] Read more…

How to Get a Cheap Halong Bay Tour

It’s no secret if you visit Hanoi, Vietnam for the first time, you have to make the four hour journey outside the city and check out Halong Bay. Unfortunately, the Bay can be very touristy and super overpriced. If you want to experience this wonderful UNESCO World Heritage Site cheaply without dodging cockroaches and getting […] Read more…

How to be a Budget Baller in Vietnam

This Vietnam budget baller guide is for all who want to have a good time without breaking the bank. This is for travelers who don’t want to “thrive” on less than $25 or $10 a day. I don’t know about crazy budget bloggers, but that’s not an option for some of us (including myself). This post excludes those extreme […] Read more…

What to Pack for Southeast Asia

Do you overpack? Is there any way out of the terrible mess? From someone that used to bring a huge suitcase full of stuff, I decided it was time to stop wasting energy on carrying bags and spending energy on climbing mountains. Never fear because this guide can help you lessen the burden of wanting […] Read more…

A Guide to Buddha’s Birthday in South Korea

What exactly is Buddha’s Birthday all about? Once upon a time, a prophecy was made about the Prince Siddhartha (now known as Buddha). According to legend, a great astronomer predicted, “The prince would become a great ruler or great holy man depending on the life he experiences outside the palace.” The king, determined his son […] Read more…

Teaching at an English Village in Korea

Today’s guest post comes from an English teacher and blogger who goes by Spencer Travels. His blog, Travel by Broom chronicles his adventures in Korea and Southeast Asia. I always get a lot of questions on my YouTube channel about other options to teach English rather than at public school or hagwon so here’s your […] Read more…

Where to Drink in Osaka

Today’s guest post comes from my long time friend and fellow JET, Stephanie in Japan. Armed with having lived in Osaka for a few years and amazing Japanese ability, I would trust Stephanie as the go to person with all the amazing places and recommendations for enjoying the Osaka culinary experience. If you are looking for traveler friendly places […] Read more…

Cupcake Factory in Hongdae

UPDATE: Cupcake Factory has closed down and no longer exists. When living or traveling in Asia, the search for good western food is a quest sometimes ending in disappointment or basking in an explosion of deliciousness. The journey for a good cupcake can be futile in Korea or Japan, but you must always try. Luckily, I […] Read more…

I Didn’t Quit My Job to Travel the World | I moved abroad so I could

There’s always this hate/love relationship with travel posts regarding, “quit your job to travel the world” or “don’t quit your job to travel the world.” We like reading them but they have a few things in common. Those who quit everything to travel the world were tired of the mundane 9-5 cubicle, white picket fence, and materialistic […] Read more…

What to Eat in Osaka

Today’s guest post comes from my long time friend and fellow JET, Stephanie in Japan. Armed with having lived in Osaka for a few years and amazing Japanese ability, I would trust Stephanie as the go to person with all the amazing places and recommendations for enjoying the Osaka culinary experience. Also, Japan is literally one of my favorite […] Read more…

Traditional Korean Folk Village in Yongin

One of the best cultural experiences I have ever had in Korea is the traditional Korean Folk Village in Yongin. Just a small stop away from Seoul, transport yourself into the Joseon Era and experience daily life as it was during that time. You will love this traditional village because Korea is such a beautiful country with […] Read more…

Cutest Hello Kitty Cafe in Seoul

UPDATE: The Hello Kitty Cafe in Seoul has been closed since 2017. Hello Kitty is adorable, pink, frilly and a way of life. Most of us grew up knowing about Hello Kitty from seeing her at Sanrio stores, from friends or traveling to Asia. Why not go a step up and go to a place […] Read more…

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