In honor of the upcoming London Olympics, I'm reliving my past three trips to the city. While it can be fairly expensive to visit London, especially during big events like the Olympics and this year's Jubilee and Royal Wedding, there are a few ways to cut costs. There are plenty of options for free … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in London
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Healthy Eating While Traveling
When you're traveling, it's easy to fall into the rut of greasy fast food out of cost and convenience. But it doesn't have to be that way and you don't have to subject yourself to plane food. I've got a few go-to recipes and snacks that I use in airports and hostel dorms all over the world. Some of … [Read more...] about Healthy Eating While Traveling
Thrifty Travel in Sydney and Beyond
In conjunction with my friend Brooke of Brooke vs. the World’s upcoming e-book on thrifty traveling, I am offering you my tips on saving money whilst traveling. While most of these tips apply primarily to travels in Australia, some are helpful anywhere you … [Read more...] about Thrifty Travel in Sydney and Beyond
Backpacker-Friendly Hawaii
Even though I didn't go to Hawaii as a backpacker, I'm constantly in the mindset, so I noticed a few cost-cutting methods if you're adding to Hawaii to your RTW itinerary. Which, by the way, you should. Transportation This is the biggest expenditure for anyone traveling to Hawaii because it … [Read more...] about Backpacker-Friendly Hawaii
Dining with Harry
Almost one year ago, I learned of my love for the Aussie meat pie, back in my hometown's Australian Bakery. I've had many meat pies since arriving in Australia, including a soggy Four and Twenty from 7-11 in St. Kilda during the floods to a cripsy one aboard the ferry to Kangaroo Island. I had … [Read more...] about Dining with Harry