The Best Trail to Hike Mt. Hallasan on Jeju Island, South Korea
Hallasan Mountain is the highest point in South Korea, and hiking to the summit was one of my highlights of visiting Jeju Island. Hallasan’s volcanic activity millions of years ago […]
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15 Things to do in Jeonju, South Korea
Jeonju, South Korea has countless amazing things to do including visiting the largest Hanok Village in the country. Known as the cultural capital of Korea, its Jeonju’s slogan says here, […]
30 Days Backpacking South Thailand Itinerary
Thailand consistently ranks as one of my top three destinations, and for good reason. Serene beaches, quaint villages, jungles, waterfalls, metropolitan cities and big parties… There’s something for everyone in Thailand. […]
Volunteering at Pun Pun Organic Farm in Thailand
During my sophomore year of university, I spent two weeks living at Pun Pun Organic Farm, 50 km outside of Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand. The experience allowed me to […]
Kawagoe Day Trip From Tokyo
Step back in time to the Edo-era in Kawagoe, an off-the-radar day trip spot for locals coming from Tokyo. Popular day trip destinations from Tokyo include Yokohama, Kamakura, or hiking […]
12 More Highlights After 24 Months On The Road
October 2019 marks TWO YEARS since I left the U.S. to start backpacking. Although I did go home for Christmas last year to surprise my parents, the majority of the […]
Remembering August 6th, 1945 – The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony
8:15 a.m., August 6th, 1945. The moment the earth stood still for the 350,000 residents of Hiroshima, Japan. During World War II, an atomic bomb, nicknamed “Little Boy,” was detonated […]
Two Weeks in Thailand Island-Hopping Itinerary
Thailand will always be one of my favorite countries, because it embodies the many beautiful things that Southeast Asia has to offer. Thailand is an amazing destination for everyone from […]
Schynige Platte to First, Grindelwald Hike in Switzerland
The Interlaken region of Switzerland is beautiful not only for its turquoise lakes, but also its impressive mountain ranges. Treks here are easily accessible by train, so everyone from avid […]
Hiking the Eiger Trail
The Eiger Trail is a UNESCO Heritage hike that runs along the North Face of the Eiger mountain, in the heart of the Swiss Alps. This hike is easily accessible from some […]
Tips For Traveling The Balkans By Bus
The Balkans are an extraordinary group of countries, located just a quick flight or bus ride away from popular Western European destinations. Because of their small size and connected history […]
Five Days in Montenegro Itinerary
Before I started my journey in the Balkans, I asked backpackers I met which Balkan country was their favorite. Their answers almost always included Montenegro (with Kosovo a close second). It’s […]
Travel Highlights 2018 Year In Review
January I started the 2018 off with a bang at Khao San Road in Bangkok, Thailand! This was followed by a family trip with my best friends from elementary school […]
12 Highlights For 12 Months On The Road
I’ve made a million new memories during my first year on the road. Only some of these are captured in pictures that myself or others have taken. Of the memories […]
Backpacking Belize to Mexico, 10 Day Itinerary
Belize and Mexico are some of the most under-appreciated countries for backpacking, especially for being in such close proximity to America. Belize is a stunning tropical country on the southeast […]
One Week Backpacking Morocco Itinerary
Morocco was my Thanksgiving break destination in 2016, (2015 was Peru) and it was a pity I didn’t have more time there. However, I proved to myself that with a one […]
My Experience Trekking in the Swiss Alps
After completing two big treks in Nepal, I spent two months traveling Western Europe watching World Cup matches in June-July 2018. It wasn’t long before I was craving to be […]
Two Weeks in Kerala Itinerary
Kerala is a coastal state in the south-west of India, known for its natural beauty and unique culture. The geography ranges from palm trees and soft sandy beaches to the west, […]
Lumbini for Buddha’s Birthday
After trekking the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal, I had a hard time tearing myself away from the familiarity of Pokhara to get back on the road. After contemplating my next move, […]
Khao Sok National Park, 2-day, 1-night tour
Khao Sok National Park in southern Thailand consists of dense, untouched jungle and a massive man-made lake. Towering over the lake are impressive forested cliffs and a number of bare […]