May 31, 2018
Chiang Mai: 10 Awesome (and Unusual) Things to Do
Top sights and some alternative highlights in Chiang Mai, Thailand’s nomad hub and enduring traveler favorite.
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Hey! My name is Marek. In 2012 I quit the corporate world for a life of travel. Here I aim to inspire others to travel more — and to share honest budget travel guides from around the world.
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Latest Posts
May 30, 2018
Bangkok by Area: 7 Neighborhoods You Shouldn’t Miss
Explore Bangkok’s local neighborhoods with these insider tips.
May 25, 2018
A Backpacker’s Guide to Panama
No, Panama is not just a canal! This guide will show you all this much-overlooked destination has to offer.
May 10, 2018
Road Tripping the Bolaven Plateau (With Laos’ Most Epic Waterfalls!)
While motorbiking through southern Laos I saw many stunning waterfalls… and feasted on ants.
May 8, 2018
Starting a Travel Blog: A No-BS Guide (Setup + Growth + Income)
Back when I started this blog, I honestly did it all wrong. Here’s how you can start your blog the right way.
April 23, 2018
Backpack Review: Tortuga Setout (My New Favorite Carry-On!)
Oh goody! At last, the new Tortuga Setout is exactly the backpack I’ve always wished for.
April 22, 2018
Packing Like a Pro and Traveling Light—My Ultimate Guide
Stop traveling like a mule! Pack light and be free like a bird by using these ultimate packing hacks.
April 17, 2018
How to Spend a Few Days in Singapore
An updated look at Southeast Asia’s most expensive city. Can you survive on a budget here?
April 13, 2018
Best Travel Backpacks (2018)
(Updated) I reviewed a ton of different backpacks… FOR SCIENCE! And of course to help you find the best one for you.
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Top Posts
May 8, 2018
Starting a Travel Blog: A No-BS Guide (Setup + Growth + Income)
Back when I started this blog, I honestly did it all wrong. Here’s how you can start your blog the right way.
October 30, 2017
18 Amazingly Cheap Places You Should Travel to in 2018
Get inspired to travel with this ranking of top budget-friendly destinations around the world…
June 8, 2016
How to Find the Best Budget Hotels, Hostels & Airbnbs
Knowing just what to look for online means you’ll get to stay in nicer places.
October 13, 2014
91 Weird & Wonderful Lessons From Traveling The World For 2 Years
What my globe-trotting adventures have taught me about travel, the world and myself
October 21, 2016
Why You Shouldn’t Feel Bad About Skipping Famous Sights
Are you visiting places because you really want to, or merely because they’ve become iconic?
December 5, 2016
How to Travel as Cheaply as Possible
Want to travel cheaply but not sure where to start? This post gives you some basics.
January 20, 2017
How You Can Take The Leap & Travel Long Term
Got itchy feet? Here are a few first steps to traveling the world…
April 22, 2018
Packing Like a Pro and Traveling Light—My Ultimate Guide
Stop traveling like a mule! Pack light and be free like a bird by using these ultimate packing hacks.
September 22, 2015
Why It’s Wise to Get Travel Insurance
Theft coverage isn’t why you should get insured. There are other much more important reasons…
Budget Travel Guides From Around The World
Indie Traveller is all about travelling to some of the worlds best locations on a normal person’s budget. Forget about just going on tours—be your own guide, and discover all this planet has to offer!
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