Tips for Traveling to Greece
Greece is a country with a lot of natural beauty, unparalleled history, and an irreplaceable part in the foundation of western society. As with any foreign country, you are going to experience things that are very different to what you may be used to. For that reason, I put together this article on Things to […]
Tips for Traveling to Peru
Vinicunca, aka La Montana de Siete Colores (“The Seven-Colored Mountain”) Peru is a very popular tourist destination for its food, Inca culture, diverse geography, and of course the world-famous ruins of Machu Picchu. But like with any foreign country, there can be a lot of challenging aspects about navigating Peru. Read on for tips on […]
Traveling with Social Anxiety
Traveling with Social Anxiety / Image courtesy of YourAmazingPlaces.com I remember the first time I ever set foot in a hostel. It was the City House Hostel in historic Old City, Philadelphia. I was 26–on the older side compared to most of the other guests–and yet I was terrified. See, I have a weird duality going […]
Best Things to Do in London, England
London, England is the capital and largest city of the United Kingdom, and one of the most influential cities on the planet. With history going back well over 1,000 years, a comprehensive post on what to do in this metropolis would go on for pages. I’m only going to summarize a few of the best […]
Best Things to Do in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, Virginia is a small city that punches well above its weight in terms of history, culture, nightlife, and nature. Whether you like urban or outdoors activities, Richmond has you covered with neighborhoods like The Fan and Shockoe Bottom and its location on the scenic James River. If you’re looking for a jumping off point […]
Best Things to Do in Valencia, Spain
Valencia, Spain Back in college I had the privilege of spending a summer studying abroad in Spain. While I was able to see many parts of the country, we were based in Valencia, on the east coast. Valencia is one of the larger cities in Spain, with a population of about 2 million, and shares […]
How to Become a One-Bag Traveler
Hi! I’m Alek, the creator of OneBagNomad.net. I’ve been exploring the United States and the world for half my life, embracing the spirit of one bag travel. One Bag Travel Traveling the world for extended periods of time using ONLY what will fit into a carry-on backpack. Exploring the desert outside Huacachina oasis with […]
Best Things to Do in Austin, Texas
Downtown Austin, Texas at Dusk, as shot with the DJI Mini 3 Pro (color corrected) I had to write about Austin: it’s my hometown! The capital of Texas has seen phenomenal growth over the past two decades, and recently found its way into the top 10 largest cities in the US! Austin has reinvented itself […]
Taking Blue Star Ferries from Athens to Santorini
The Delos of Blue Star Ferries, docked in the Aegean Sea, Greece No trip to Greece is complete without a hop on over to the island of Santorini. And to get there from Athens, you have two options: fly or sail. You can fly from Athens to Santorini for relatively cheap on Aegean Airlines, which takes about […]
How to Get from Izmir to Ephesus, Turkey
Library of Celsus, Ephesus, Turkey Ephesus is one of the most complete and awe-inspiring historical ruins in the world. Once the largest city in Asia and a major commercial port on the Mediterranean, you can still experience the grandeur of this Turkish heritage site today. A popular jumping-off point for many visitors to Ephesus is the […]