One of the things that blew us away about Panama was the amazing range of wildlife we encountered on a daily basis. Over the years, we’ve visited a number of countries known for their biodiversity, but none of them come even close to this tiny Central American nation. I’ve found quite a few lists online…
The 9 Best Hotels in Panama City for Different Travel Styles
During our recent visit, we were absolutely amazed by Panama City’s amazing mixture of old and new. Traditional merchant houses from the 17th and 18th century exist side-by-side with gleaming glass-and-steel skyscrapers. The meeting of tradition and innovation also translates into the city’s landscape of accommodations, so you’ll find both old world-charm and modern convenience…
The Perfect Three-Week Panama Itinerary
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…
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…