Samoa has been on my bucketlist for quite some time now, and I’m beyond fulfilled after finally traveling there! Chances are if you’re reading this you already know where it is and what’s mostly there, but for generality, I’ll start from the top! For starters, there are two “Samoa’s” and they’re separated by the International Date Line; one that’s it’s own...
If you’re looking for a true hidden gem and bucketlist destination, use my Samoa Islands key travel information to book this trip! Not to be confused with American Samoa which is just next door, independent Samoa is not Westernized, which allows it to retain its cultural charm. Similar in appearance to Hawaii, yet lacking the heavy touristic presence, Samoa...
The name Cook Islands is probably not the first that comes to mind when you think exotic island and beach vacation, but trust me, it is! I kept hearing more and more about these South Pacific islands, so decided to add them to my 2010 bucketlist of “Most Remote, Exotic, Cultural Islands in the World”, and wasn’t disappointed! For starters, this gorgeous island is...
If you’re looking for an exotic vacation destination that’s way more epic than the usual choices, check out Rarotonga in the Cook Islands! The Cook Islands don’t get as much publicity as they should in the U.S., and in my opinion it’s because the New Zealander’s and Australians like to keep it their own holiday secret! That’s...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you know what that means. The whole world seems to start exclusively talking about love, romance and relationships! It also often means that the travel world starts promoting adventure escapes for couples or a getaway for two at a romantic destination like Paris, aka, the City of Love. But let’s be honest, just because...
ICYMI, solo travel has become more and more popular over the past few years, and it’s easy to see why. You can travel at your own pace, do the activities that you want to do, and it’s a great way to make new friends all around the world. Alyssa, our Founder, has been traveling solo and documenting her epic adventures on Instagram and sharing travel tips and tricks on...
Easter Island was at the top of my bucket list for as long as I can remember, because like most people, I really wanted to see those giant heads! Well, after three years of working my ass off to afford going to the remote island in the Pacific, I finally went, and can tell you that Easter Island is A LOT more than just those heads. For starters, the heads have...
If you ask anyone about Queenstown, there’s a good chance they’ll tell you it’s one of their favorite places in the World! Not only is the popular New Zealand town absolutely beautiful, but it’s packed with adventure and endless fun as well! For me, Queenstown was the final stop on my week-long camper van road trip across the South Island, and I wouldn’t have wanted...
If you’re thinking about doing a New Zealand camper van roadtrip, than OMGYASSS DO IT!!! I just spent the last five days driving across the South Island from Christchurch to Queenstown in a Jucy “campa”, and it was by far one of the most incredible travel experiences ever! And I did solo! Just imagine; having your own little mobile bungalow with...
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] by Alyssa Ramos Note: Original title is “How To Travel Solo in Sydney When It’s Raining (and On A Budget)” Did you know that just like in LA, it hardly EVER rains in Sydney? Yup...