Last updated Jun 1, 2022 | First published on May 20, 2015 | Life on the Road
And then there were bees. Fifteen minutes ago, I was hiding on my porch from a scorching afternoon. I was quietly, harmlessly pecking away at my keyboard, trying to find a way to describe how travel addiction is real and not just something travelers claim. Yes, Travel...
Last updated Mar 29, 2023 | First published on Mar 24, 2014 | Life on the Road
Looking back through my pictures from the last few years, I found a few fun photos of vagabonding and backpacking travel injuries that I’ve accumulated while on the road. Some of this grizzly collection were mere annoyances, while others nearly changed (or...
Last updated Jun 30, 2022 | First published on Mar 19, 2013 | Life on the Road
For something a little different, here are six random things every traveler should know about the bizarre hobby (and maybe profession) they have chosen. If you’re interested in living a life of travel, check out these tips and lessons I learned while vagabonding...
Last updated Sep 16, 2021 | First published on Feb 6, 2013 | Life on the Road
I’ve got friends who have never known the joy, the pain, and the benefits of staying in a hostel. One thing is for sure: Meeting people in hostels is easy. Over the years, I’ve noticed a pattern that emerged. I tend to meet the same five types of travelers...
Last updated Mar 29, 2023 | First published on Jan 15, 2013 | Life on the Road
Eating new and unfamiliar things is obviously a big part of seeing the world, so I’ve decided to compile a portfolio of travel foods and meals I really enjoyed while vagabonding. No matter how simple, some of these were the best meal experiences of my life. As...
Last updated Aug 7, 2022 | First published on Jan 14, 2013 | Life on the Road
Food in many parts of the world, particularly where there isn’t much to eat, can be loosely defined as anything you put into your mouth that doesn’t kill you. Some of this weird travel food I’ve encountered over the years is proof. My vegetarian...