Travel Tips

The Power of the Big Mac

When I took my first solo international trip to Europe out of college, I was a vegetarian–which was amazingly hard.  I am ashamed to say that I would

Travel Tips

Hosteling Expectations

I stayed at my first hostel around the age of 22.  Although I did not know exactly what to expect, I read enough to have a decent idea.

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Should I Hostel?

I have been asked this question several times—usually from family or friends who are not sure what a hostel is or only have heard of their 20 something/relatives/children

Travel Tips

Hostel Philosophies and Articles

While traveling internationally, I almost always choose to stay in a hostel, budget hotel, or bed and breakfast.  Those who frequently stay at hostels often refer to the