Tag: budget
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Working on a Farm in Rural Thailand
For some, traveling is a short, relaxing holiday. For me, traveling is a longterm lifestyle that I intend to maintain for as long as possible. In order to achieve this goal, my favorite way to slow down, save money, and immerse myself in a country is by volunteering in exchange for accommodation. As a member…
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A Day in the Life: The Ultimate Travel Day
Travel days are tedious. Getting from one destination to the next causes anxiety, hot flashes, hunger, and can often bring out the worst in us. Budget travel can especially mean uncomfortable, cramped, and slow modes of transportation that you just have to struggle through. This blog is not only for the highlights, it’s to show…
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Travel Itinerary: Ultimate Guide to Bali
Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and there is no debate as to why. The Indonesian island is home to some of the most stunning white sand beaches, massive waterfalls, and kind-hearted people. Although there is much more to see in Indonesia, if you’re only able to make it…
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Travel Itinerary: Australian East Coast
The easiest and most popular backpacker route in Australia follows the eastern coast from Sydney to Cairns or Cairns to Sydney. I am not one for very specific itineraries – especially because I did not follow a set route or timeline during my year in Australia – so this will be more of an informational…
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A Day in the Life: Working in Cairns
I lived and worked in Cairns, Queensland, Australia for 3.5 months. My job as a bartender was a Casual Position and counted for my 88 days of specified work that will allow me to apply for another year of the Australian Working Holiday Visa. I absolutely adored living in Cairns. With so many things to…
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How to be Successful on Island Hopping Tours in the Philippines
The Philippines is made up of over 7,000 islands and a great way to see many of the smaller ones is to join various Island Hopping Tours. However, there are plenty of dos and don’t while on these trips so here is my guide to having the best Island Hopping tour days ever! DOs DO…
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Everything You Need to Know About the Australian WHV
Australia is one of very few countries that offer something called the Working Holiday Visa. Don’t get me wrong, the visa is amazing and has allowed me to spend way more time traveling than I thought possible! However, it can be confusing at some points (as visas tend to be). So, if you are wondering…
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Mistakes to Avoid when Traveling to Australia
Australia is a pretty easy country to travel around. With a huge backpacker culture and Working Holiday Visas available, it isn’t too hard to get around and have an amazing time down under. That isn’t to say you won’t make mistakes though! 1. Being “Too Cool” for Sunscreen Oh my God please wear your sunscreen…
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A Day in the Life: Working in Port Macquarie
I lived and worked in Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia for 2 months. One job was a work exchange for accommodation and the other was a fully paid position. Port Macquarie is a small beach town that I fully enjoyed but, if I’m being honest, definitely stayed too long in. Read further for a…
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Backpacking Resources
* * * Transportation * * * Oftentimes the most expensive part of budget travel is getting there! Below are some of my favorite sites for finding budget flights, buses and other transportation. SKYSCANNER: My go to site for finding cheap flights. Skyscanner allows you to filter for either the cheapest or quickest flight available…
Sylvia's Gap Year 