We recently returned from a month-long trip to Panama and while we felt like we got a good and well-rounded introduction to the country, we also realized that there was so much more to see than we could have managed even with such ample time. Don’t be fooled by its small size – Panama is…
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The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Panama on a Budget
After exploring beautiful Panama for four weeks, we have to admit that traveling around the country was not as affordable as we first expected. In retrospect, this makes a lot of sense, as this is Central America’s wealthiest and reputedly most modern country. That said, as always you’ll be able to cut your costs significantly…
What to Know About the Hike From Tórshavn to Kirkjubøur, Faroe Islands
One of our main reasons for visiting the Faroe Islands was the chance to explore the amazing landscapes of the archipelago on some of the many hiking trails. One of the first hikes we did on the Islands, was the one from the capital Tórshavn to the historic village of Kirkjubøur, and we found it…
A Boat Trip to the Birdcliffs and Other Cool Things to Do in Vestmanna, Faroe Islands
Most people come to Vestmanna to take a Boat Trip to the rightfully famous Birdcliffs on the island’s west coast, but we found that there are actually a few more reasons to drop by the little village on Streymoy’s west coast. These include the interesting Saga Museum and the cosy Fjørukrógvin Café. Apart from that,…
A Great One-Day Itinerary for Tórshavn, the Quaint Capital of the Faroe Islands
To be honest, we didn’t really know what to expect of Tórshavn, so we were all the more delighted when we realized what a wonderfully quaint place it is. In fact, the cute houses and tiny alleyways of Tórshavn’s old town feel very removed from the dramatic, rugged landscapes of the rest of the Islands,…
How to Reach the Faroe Islands by Ferry from Denmark and Iceland
While travelling somewhere by plane is usually the fastest way to reach your destination, in most cases it’s also the least atmospheric, and I find that it almost always pays to travel by land or sea, if you can spare the time. When we visited the magical Faroe Islands, we decided to do so by…
Guest Post by Foley Exploring: House Sitting – A Secret Travel Technique for Digital Nomads
This guest post was written by my buddies Brad and Amber from Foley Exploring. They talk about House Sitting, which is something they have a lot of experience in. Make sure to follow their awesome adventures around the globe on their website or their Instagram Profile. Hello Travelers! It’s no surprise, the digital nomad lifestyle…
The Perfect One-Week Itinerary for the Faroe Islands
While exploring the beautiful Faroe Islands, we met a lot of people who were only visiting the archipelago for a couple of days on their way to Iceland. Combining the two destinations surely makes for a nice trip, but you’ll really only be able to scratch the very surface of the Faroe Islands in such…
Backpacking the Faroe Islands on a Budget – The Complete Guide
With a distance of over 300km to the nearest landmass and a number of inhabitants that is significantly surpassed by its population of sheep, visiting the amazing Faroe Islands in the Northern Atlantic truly feels like being at the edge of the earth. While a lot of people visit the islands during a short stop-over…
What to Do in Nuremberg, Germany in One Day
Sitting in the attractive northern part of Bavaria, Nuremberg is one of my favourite cities in Germany. With a beautifully restored medieval city centre, some interesting museums and a wonderful castle, there is enough to see to keep you occupied for a couple of days. If your time is limited, it’s still possible to squeeze…