Asia
Sri Lanka 7-Day Itinerary: Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy and Ella
I landed in Colombo at 2 a.m., drenched in sweat before I even cleared immigration. The Bandaranaike International Airport air…
Adventure
Colombia 7-Day Itinerary: Bogotá, Cartagena and Medellín
I almost skipped Colombia. That sounds absurd now, sitting here months later with a head full of memories I keep…
7-Day Itineraries
Turkey 7-Day Itinerary: Istanbul, Cappadocia and the Turquoise Coast
I have a confession: I almost skipped Turkey entirely. A friend had warned me about the crowds in Istanbul, another…
Budget Travel
Vietnam 7-Day Itinerary: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City Guide
Vietnam packs more into a single week than most countries manage in a month. From the motorbike-choked lanes of Hanoi’s…
Budget Travel
Greece 7-Day Itinerary: Athens, Santorini and Mykonos Complete Guide
Greece ruined me for every other Mediterranean destination. I spent seven days bouncing between Athens, Santorini, and Mykonos in late…
Budget Travel
Portugal 7-Day Itinerary: Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve Complete Guide
The tram rattled around a corner in Alfama and there it was — the Tagus River spread out below me…
Adventure
Bali Travel Guide: Temples, Rice Terraces and Hidden Beaches
Everything you need to plan the perfect Bali trip — from Ubud rice terraces to Uluwatu cliffs, plus budget tips…
7-Day Itineraries
Thailand 7-Day Itinerary: Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Islands Complete Guide
The ultimate Thailand travel guide — from bustling Bangkok temples to serene Chiang Mai mountains and crystal-clear island beaches. Complete…