If there's one thing I've learned over the last few years, and wisdom comes with age (right?!), it's that things that are "the thing to do" aren't always worth doing. It could be that club drug whose name changes weekly. Or seeing an overrated movie. Or visiting a place you have no interest in … [Read more...] about Why I Skipped the Full Moon Party
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The Single Girl’s Guide to Oktoberfest
If you're visiting Germany in late September and early October, it's a shame not to at least try to attend Oktoberfest, the largest beer festival held in Munich every year. It's a once in a lifetime experience, bringing in locals and travelers from all parts of the globe. So what happens when … [Read more...] about The Single Girl’s Guide to Oktoberfest
Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Atlanta
I've lived in Atlanta for most of my life and have become a professional at having fun with hardly any money. Experiencing the my city doesn't have to be expensive, as there are plenty of free and cheap things to do in Atlanta. Start by downloading the Scoutmob app on your iPhone, which offers … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Atlanta
The Cost of Traveling in Australia: Eating and Drinking
This post is the third post in a series about the cost of traveling in Australia, this time about eating and drinking and how to keep it cheap. Keep reading next week for the budget guide to tours and activities. Think eating and drinking in Australia is as simple as "putting another … [Read more...] about The Cost of Traveling in Australia: Eating and Drinking
Cologne’s Kolsch Experience
The Cologne kolsch experience is one of the most unique drinking cultures in Germany. So what is kolsch you ask? Instead of the giant beers you see at Oktoberfest, those in Cologne come in small glasses. You drink more of these smaller portions so they remain cold. Like with champagne or bourbon, … [Read more...] about Cologne’s Kolsch Experience