I’ve rounded up the best budget hotels in Isla Holbox to make choosing where to stay easy, whether you’re booking in advance or scrambling at the last minute like I did. I actually decided to go to Holbox on a whim the day before arriving while I was already in Mexico and didn’t even have […]
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Slovenia is still a bit under the radar as an international travel destination, and its capital city, Ljubljana, completely won me over. It’s fun, walkable, and full of charm, with colorful streets and a clear commitment to its recycling and zero waste goals. The city is also one of the more affordable capitals in Europe,
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My sister and I spent three nights in Lake Bled, and it quickly became one of the highlights of our trip. While Slovenia overall is quite affordable, Lake Bled is a touristy spot, which means food and drinks can feel a bit pricey. The good news is that there are still some cheap eats Lake
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Venice is a dream destination for so many travelers, and while it has a reputation for being expensive, I actually found our trip surprisingly affordable. We went in November, during shoulder season, and it was perfect. I absolutely loved my time in this city. It wasn’t crowded, the atmosphere was still incredible, and we managed
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If you’re planning a trip to Slovenia, visiting Lake Bled is probably at the top of your list. It’s one of the most popular day trips from the capital, but honestly, I recommend staying a night or two instead of rushing it. I spent three nights in Bled and it was perfect. Unless you’re renting
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Cheap eats London might sound like a contradiction, since it’s no secret that the city can be expensive. But while prices can run high, London is a huge city, which also means there are endless choices for every kind of budget. In this guide, I’ll focus on the spots most travelers are likely to spend
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I’ve lived only a few hours away from Mackinac Island my whole life. It has once gone from being more of a hidden gem during my childhood to an internationally recognized destination. It’s busier now, a little pricier, and way more famous, but you can still visit Mackinac Island on a budget. I’ve done the
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When I tell you I was standing on the sidewalk desperately searching “cheap eats Dubrovnik”, I mean it. I scoured Reddit, pulled up a bunch of blog posts that—per usual—didn’t actually list any truly budget friendly restaurants, and I was still feeling lost. Everything I found was either way out by the cruise ship port
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If you’re traveling through the Yucatan Peninsula and wondering how to get from Valladolid to Holbox, this post breaks it all down. We did this exact route from Valladolid to Holbox ourselves while backpacking around the region and planning things last minute, so it’s totally doable, even with little notice. If you have a rental
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Cenote Azul Bacalar is one of the few cenotes in the Bacalar area — and it’s very different from the dramatic cave cenotes you’ll find in other parts of the Yucatán. I visited during my time in Bacalar, and while it’s not a “must-see,” I did enjoy it. It’s a nice spot to cool off, go
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