Tips for Traveling to Greece

Tips for Traveling to Peru: Greek flag

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")

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 […]

Best Things to Do in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, Illinois at Night

Chicago is one of my favorite cities on Earth. It has so much to offer, from cool out-of-the-way joints to world-class amenities. I’ve been here several times, and I find it exciting each and every time. There’s always a new place to visit or a new neighborhood to explore. It has a very real energy […]

Best Things to Do in Richmond, Virginia

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

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

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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)

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

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 […]

Essential Travel Gear

Exploring the desert outside Huacachina oasis with my GoRuck GR1

You don’t need the newest, fanciest, most expensive travel gear to enjoy your travels. I’ve met plenty of nomads who made do with very little, including one Slovenian guy who rode a motorcycle through Central Asia with just one pair of pants. Having said that, you could make your travels more hassle-free and enjoyable by […]