7 Reasons to Choose Hostels Instead of Hotels

For a lot of people, the thought of staying in a hostel can be a terrifying idea. The idea that you will be sleeping with up to 7, or even 9, other people in one room is just lunacy. The average North American doesn’t even know what a hostel is or how they differ from […]

The Importance of a VPN & Online Security in a Post-Corona Society.

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This post may contain affiliate links, and yes, I may earn a small commission when you click on the links. However, that is at no additional cost to you. Please refer to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy pages if you would like more information. Since the invention of the internet, personal security has been an issue of […]

6 Absolute Musts for Travelling to Hallstatt and Area

A bunch of European houses built stacked on the side of a mountain with mountains in the background. Travel to Hallstatt, Austria

Hallstatt and the surrounding villages is a place absolutely drenched with culture. Its history is so rich and deeply rooted that there is a chance that you could literally dig some up if you knew where to look. Between the gorgeous views and some local legends, Hallstatt and the surrounding villages and likes are an […]

10 Things you will need to know to Travel in China

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This post may contain affiliate links, and yes, I may earn a small commission when you click on the links. However, that is at no additional cost to you. Please refer to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy pages if you would like more information. Whilst in China I learned that there were things that I needed that […]

Sorting your Chinese Visa

China is one of those countries in which most, if not all, foreigners need a visa to even get a layover (transit visa) much less visit. If you are feeling brave, you can always attempt to get a transit visa or 5-day visit visa on arrival. However, I know far too many people who have […]