There’s a big difference between traveling as a backpacker and traveling as a digital nomad. We should know, as we have gone on two separate 7-month trips – once as carefree backpackers,…

Updated September 2018 to reflect the current recruitment process. Teaching English online is becoming very popular. It’s a great way to move abroad without the stress of lining up a job first.…

On this date 15 years ago, I went out on a Thursday night (a school night, mind you) to see a band for the first time. Umphrey’s McGee was playing a show…

Located on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, Cartagena is a gorgeous city with a long history and vibrant culture. It’s also the most popular tourist destination in the country, thanks to its…

About a year ago, I was aimlessly scrolling through Facebook and saw a video about an island hostel. “Sasha, you have to see this!” I exclaimed. Our jaws dropped further and further…

When most people think of Puerto Vallarta, they think spring breakers, cruisers, and all-inclusive resorts. While those things do exist here, there is way more to this charming seaside city. You don’t have…