Tag: Budget travelers
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How to visit Wadi Rum – an honest review and survival guide
Arranging a trip to Wadi Rum can be a bit of a minefield. With so many desert camps to choose from and a plethora of snazzy options, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. We were a bit concerned after hearing complaints about hidden fees but we ended up having a fantastic, budget-friendly experience which was a Read more
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How to buy concert tickets as a foreigner in Japan
As a foreigner, buying tickets for concerts and events in Japan can be a bewildering process. Japan’s major ticketing agencies typically require a Japanese phone number and address, making online purchases virtually impossible for foreigners. We found this out first hand when trying to get hold of tickets for puroresu (pro wrestling) shows. There isn’t Read more
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How to travel Japan on a budget
After announcing that we would be traveling through Japan, the first question most people asked us was ‘isn’t it expensive?’ The answer is yes and no! While it’s fair to say that hotels and transport can be considered quite pricey in comparison with countries like Thailand or India, there are always ways to cut costs Read more
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Train travel in India: a practical guide
While there are plenty of difficulties facing independent travelers in India, public transport needn’t be one of them! India has one of the largest and most established rail networks in the world. Although it may seem daunting at first and is not without its challenges, once you’ve mastered India’s trains then traveling around the country Read more
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How to visit the Maldives on a backpacker budget
The Maldives on a budget? Is that even possible you might ask? Yes is the resounding answer to that! The Maldives is just like stepping into the pages of a holiday brochure – aquiline tranquil waters, brilliant white beaches, sun pretty much guaranteed. It’s everything you expect and more! Most international flights land at the Read more
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Central American border crossings: a practical guide
We made all of our Central American border crossings using local public transport, mostly by chicken bus. Check out my personal experiences and guide to Central American border crossings below: Mexico-Belize, Belize-Guatemala, Guatemala-El Salvador, El Salvador-Honduras, Honduras-Nicaragua, Nicaragua-Costa Rica, Costa Rica-Panama Mexico – Belize Bacalar to Belize City, crossing at Santa Elena This was the Read more
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Chicken buses and more: a complete guide to public transport in Central America
Public transport in Central American can be a little complicated. While most South American countries have inter-city bus companies operating out of organised terminals which makes transportation easy, this isn’t always the case in Central America. You may see and hear people talking about a ‘terminal’ in most Central American countries, but in reality this Read more
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9 Ways to Save Money in Costa Rica
Costa Rica can be unfriendly for budget travellers. It’s the most expensive country to visit Central America with sky-high food prices in restaurants and supermarkets, inflated accommodation costs and jaw-droppingly extortionate activity prices. Follow my tried and tested tips below to make your money go further: Feasting on yellow watermelon and grenadine in the park Read more
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Dubrovnik: Tips for Budget Travellers
Dubrovnik is a well-known holiday destination for the rich and famous, even the Beckhams have been spotted on Lopud Island. Tourists flock to the walled city and the pristine beaches, fancy seafood restaurants and island paradises nearby. Dubrovnik is red hot right now in terms of tourism. It’s a must-see place for any Game of Read more
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Galapagos Islands: Tips & Advice for Budget Travelers
Can you visit Galapagos on the cheap? A resounding hell yeah! We were unsure about visiting Galapagos at first due to the prohibitive-looking costs involved. However after a lot of research we found that it’s way cheaper to DIY-it on Galapagos instead of joining a tour or casting away on eye-wateringly expensive cruises. Read more