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Getting Legally Married in Vietnam
Getting Legally Married in Vietnam

If you want to worry less about the bureaucracy and enjoy more of your destination wedding, then make sure you know exactly what paperwork you need and where you need to submit it so you can get a marriage license in Vietnam.

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Is It Safe To Travel In Myanmar?
Is It Safe To Travel In Myanmar?
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10 Ways To Keep The Peace In A Hostel
10 Ways To Keep The Peace In A Hostel

Hostels are an amazing way to travel, but sharing your personal space with strangers isn't always easy. Our ten easy tips on how to make hostel life even better. 

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Exploring Angkor Wat
Exploring Angkor Wat

With so much ground to cover in the Angkor archeological park it’s best to have a clear plan, knowing which sites are the most recognizable, the most overrun by the forrest, and the least touristy. Our easy guide for the cheapest way around Angkor, Cambodia and the best places to snap a photo is built from an actual budget detailing the costs for visiting Angkor and the best circuit to take. 

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The Cheapest Ways To Buy, Sell, Or Rent A Campervan In New Zealand
The Cheapest Ways To Buy, Sell, Or Rent A Campervan In New Zealand

Providing a full list of all the camper van rental companies in New Zealand, you can search through the 24 different companies to find the best prices and score the cheapest rentals. In case you're looking to buy or sell a camper van we've reached out to the backpacking community to pin down the best ways to stretch your money while traveling from A to B in New Zealand. 

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Traveling Southeast Asia During Monsoon Season
Traveling Southeast Asia During Monsoon Season

We breakdown the 6 most common beliefs about traveling during the monsoon season and tell you whether they’re true or false.

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Practical Ways To Make Money While Traveling
Practical Ways To Make Money While Traveling

Making money in any regard takes dedication and a good job. But what if you're job is traveling? How can you turn profits while backpacking? We've done it through a number of different aspects from being digital nomads, blogging, bartending, and now teaching in Southeast Asia. 

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Vineyard Hopping in New Zealand's Wine Capital
Vineyard Hopping in New Zealand's Wine Capital

How to plan and enjoy the high class vineyards in Marlborough without having to spend too much money. Taking a self-guided bike tour of Blenheim and Renwick New Zealand is the best way to experience the magic of vine to wine. 

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Hiking Santa Cruz Without a Guide
Hiking Santa Cruz Without a Guide

Hiking the Santa Cruz trek in Huaraz, Peru doesn't have to be expensive. You can do it without a guide and have way more fun for less money if you follow our simple steps including a budget, itinerary, and advice.

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Visiting an Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Visiting an Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Southeast Asia offers an opportunity for tourists to responsibly interact with elephants. Visitors can contribute to the well-being and safety of these animals through the right locally run sanctuaries. Booking the best Elephant tour in Chiang Mai means looking for tours that advertise no riding, no hooks, and no chains. 

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Making Money While Traveling In New Zealand
Making Money While Traveling In New Zealand

A detailed guide to mastering the steps for getting your working holiday visa, getting a New Zealand bank account, applying for an IRD number and of course the types jobs you can look forward to once you’re there.

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Traveling New Zealand For $1 A Day
Traveling New Zealand For $1 A Day

Traveling in New Zealand doesn’t have to be overly expensive and with relocation vehicles you can travel New Zealand by car or motorhome and even cross the ferry for as little as $1 a day.

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Survival Tips For Traveling Southeast Asia
Survival Tips For Traveling Southeast Asia

Whether it’s learning how to spot good street food, how to deal with chaotic traffic, or what clothing to wear, our survival tips will help you conquer culture shock in Southeast Asia so you can worry less and enjoy more.

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Touring Colombia's Coffee Capital: Salento, Colombia
Touring Colombia's Coffee Capital: Salento, Colombia

How you can tour Colombia’s Cacora Valley by bicycle, visit a family farm, and taste some of the world’s best homegrown coffee in Salento, Colombia.

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An Unexpected Stay in Valparaíso, Chile
An Unexpected Stay in Valparaíso, Chile

Valparaíso, Chile is an iconic corner in the world of street art. Only two hours journey from Chile's capital city of Santiago this coast line cultural hub is a beacon of the independent and youthful voice that emerged after the two decades of a Pinochet dictatorship.  

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Why Moving Abroad Is Easier Than You Think
Why Moving Abroad Is Easier Than You Think

Whether it’s finding a job, looking for accommodation, planning, or finding cheap tickets to get there, uprooting your life and moving abroad is easy and stress free when you have the right resources to start planning.

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Island Hopping in Thailand
Island Hopping in Thailand

The islands off the coast of Southern Thailand are famous for a reason. From the pristine beauty of the crystal clear water, the untouched limestone islands, the peaceful private beaches, to the Scuba Diving and Snorkeling, the islands off Thailand really are worth your time, money and effort to get there. We’ve put together this comprehensive Thailand island hopping guide to help you plan your island hopping adventure. We have made sure to include everything you need to know: where to go, how to get there and how much it will cost. We have also included a sample 7 day itinerary, budget breakdown, Thailand island travel tips, and some personal recommendations. 

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19 Truths About Life on The Road As a Backpacker
19 Truths About Life on The Road As a Backpacker

Priceless advice you need to know before backpacking long term around the world.

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What It's Really Like to Stay In Hostels
What It's Really Like to Stay In Hostels

So if this Hollywood ambush on hostels is wrong, than what is it really like to stay in a hostel? After visiting 30+ countries and their ensuing hostels, we’d like to unravel the mysteries of hostel life and why the backpacking community is so tied to them. 

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Learning Spanish In Colombia
Learning Spanish In Colombia

Learning Spanish and taking classes in Barichara Colombia is worth your time and commitment with a local to teach you and help you explore the town.

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Glamping: La Pacha Hostel in San Gil, Colombia
Glamping: La Pacha Hostel in San Gil, Colombia

How you can get off the beaten path and into nature, by glamor camping in San Gil, Colombia.

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