Since it left such an impression the first time around, I decided to re-visit Amsterdam this May. I spent a week there and ended up moving between four different hostels! This was mainly because part of my stay fell on…
The Self-Cannibalism of Venice
Yes, you read the title correctly. This post is about an interesting thing I learned while visiting Venice! When on a walking tour of the city, the tour guide said Venice was a victim of self-cannibalism. What she meant was…
Your Guide to London Street Art
London is the cultural hub of the UK, if not the world. It’s filled with galleries, art shows, and festivals. The city is constantly evolving, making it a modern metropolis that attracts all sorts of people. The area of Shoreditch…
Ranking 3 Hostels in Budapest
I got the chance to stay at three different hostels in Budapest. It was easy to move around, as all of them were a 5 minute walk from each other! They were located in District VII, also known as the…
The Charming Statues of Budapest
When I visited Budapest, I fully expected to see lovely architecture and beautiful churches. What surprised me though, was just how many statues were scattered around the city! Around every corner, you’re bound to come across a statue that’s filled…
The Happenings of Heart of Gold Hostel
On the German leg of my European tour, my first stop was Berlin. I went there straight from Prague to meet some people from my TEFL program. My peers picked a hostel called Heart of Gold. After a month of…
Useful Europe Packing List
Going to Europe can be an exciting time, filled with joy and high expectations. You can get so caught up in the fantasy aspect of it (which you should, it’s Europe!), that you forget some of the more practical details….
5 Weird Things About Las Vegas
Las Vegas is a city filled with eccentricities, that’s what makes it so wonderful. Here are a few things that immediately stood out to me: 1.You Have to Pay for Photos You have to pay to take photos with the…
7 Magical Things to Do in Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada is a beautiful oceanfront city. What I truly appreciate about it is its interesting blend of modern architecture and nature; this very thing really makes the city stand out and take on a character of its own. Here…
5 Weird Things About Paris
Paris is a city filled with idealization, romance, beautiful architecture, and history. But no place can have it all, so here are a few weird things I noticed about this famous city. 1.Tourist traps everywhere! Because the city is filled…
5 Reasons You Should Stay at a Hostel
When I was in Paris and Amsterdam, I made sure to stay at hostels. I was really happy with my decision, as they’re just brimming with a sense of excitement and possibility. There are people from all over the world,…
6 Movies That Will Make You Want to Travel
Everyone needs an escape sometimes. When you can’t travel physically, you can always travel through film and hope that one day, life will imitate art. Here are some movies that will give you the travel bug: 1.Before Sunrise (1995) This…