We´ve all seen those annoying Facebook ads telling us how some ultra-glam traveler has been getting paid to wander the … Continue reading How to make money while you travel (when you´re not a blogger or an Insta-celeb)

The notorious salt flats of Bolivia have become something of a travel sensation in recent years thanks to all the … Continue reading The Salar de Uyuni: What you need to know before you go.

I don´t think anyone sets out for a grand adventure with the thought, “I hope I end up stranded in … Continue reading Going My Way? A Hitchhiker´s Guide to Survival.

I want to preface this by saying I´m an avid and experienced solo traveling woman.  I love it as much … Continue reading Healing Journeys: Why solo travel isn´t a quick-fix for all your problems.

Let me be the first to admit, I used to be terrible at packing for these kinds of adventures. Especially … Continue reading Everything but the kitchen sink: How to pack (and NOT pack) for an extended backpacking trip.

We´ve all seen those glam shots of popular destinations that dominate our Instagram feeds. Colorful sunsets and temples in Bali. … Continue reading What Lies Beneath: One traveler´s mission to uncover the world beyond Social Media.

I think we can all agree that “vacation blues” are a real thing. Who hasn´t returned from some far flung … Continue reading When the ride stops: The aftershock of long term travel and why no one talks about it.

Let me begin by saying: I´m not a professional mountain climber. I´m a runner, a swimmer and I love hiking. … Continue reading Raising the Roof: A beginner´s tale of summiting mountains