Before this most recent trip to Peru, Carae and I had already been to Cusco once before. On both visits—first in 2022 and then again in 2025—we made sure to stay at least a week, the first time almost two. That gave us plenty of time to explore different areas, try a ridiculous number of…
Amsterdam is one of those cities people love visiting all year round. In winter, the canals light up with Christmas decorations, and if you’re lucky, you might even see people ice-skating on them. In spring and summer, the city turns green, tulips bloom everywhere, and the outdoor cafés fill up fast. People come here for…
Hey, it’s Oliver. I get asked all the time about where to stay in Amsterdam, so I thought it would be easier to just put everything together in one guide. Whether you’re coming for the first time or just looking for a fresh perspective, I’m here to help you navigate the city’s neighborhoods, hostels, hotels,…
Caye Caulker might be tiny, but when it comes to diving, it packs a serious punch. Sitting right off the Belize Barrier Reef—aka the second-largest reef in the world—this little island is a dream for divers. Whether you’re into wall dives, shark encounters, or just cruising through coral gardens, this is one of the best…
Finding the perfect place to eat has always been a double-edged sword. On one hand, I spend hours reading reviews, scrolling through menus, and overanalyzing Google ratings like it’s my job. On the other hand, I almost always end up at the best spots. So was it really wasted time? (Absolutely not.) Me and my…
Backpacking through Mexico and Central America is one of my greatest joys—and also one of the biggest pains in the ass. Last year, I went on a girls’ backpacking trip with some of my best friends. We knew we wanted to explore Quintana Roo, but then we saw this dreamy little island in Belize, Caye…
Caye Caulker seriously took me by surprise. A couple of my friends had visited and raved about it, so when my three girlfriends and I planned a three-week backpacking trip, we decided to spend a week on the island. Let me tell you—I will NEVER forget this trip. From the best snorkeling I’ve EVER done…
I’ve traveled to Amsterdam many times—it’s always fascinated me. It also happens to be one of the easiest cities to fly in and out of when traveling through Europe, so I’ve ended up spending quite a few weekends (and sometimes weeks) here. To me, Amsterdam is right up there with cities like Rome, London, or…
Cusco is probably—no, definitely—the city where I’ve had some of the best food of my life. And honestly, that shouldn’t be surprising. Peruvian food is next level and probably the best in South America (just look at Lima with all its Michelin-star restaurants). I ended up spending about three weeks in Cusco across two trips….
Porto was one of my first solo trips ever, and let me tell you—I learned the hard way how much your location can impact your experience. The city may be small, but that doesn’t mean your neighborhood choice doesn’t matter. Sure, you can walk or hop on a tram, but isn’t it way easier when…