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22 Interesting Facts About Nicaragua for Travelers

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jun 9, 2023 | Blog, Nicaragua, Travel Tips

Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America and is often overlooked. With the eastern Caribbean side, many volcanoes, lakes and colonial towns on the west side, it’s becoming a popular tourist destination. Learn some interesting facts about Nicaragua, and you...

Safe Travels: How to stay safe while traveling

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Mar 14, 2025 | Blog, Travel Tips

Is your safety while traveling your biggest concern? It should be. You’re in a new environment and need to get used to new norms and cultural habits, especially when you’re visiting a destination a lot different than your home. Safety is your top priority. You might...

Costa Rica itinerary: 10 days of beaches, waterfalls and rainforests

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Jun 9, 2023 | Blog, Costa Rica, Hiking & Trekking, Wildlife and Nature

I wasn’t excited about our trip to Costa Rica. Probably because the only thing I’ve heard is that it’s a very expensive country. But we were traveling long term, on a budget and didn’t plan on stopping. How did it go? Continue reading to find out our recommended Costa...

How to find good and cheap accommodation

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 10, 2019 | Blog, Travel Tips

Accommodation can make quite significant dent in your budget. It usually takes at least 20% of your vacation/trip budget. Before you book, there are some things you should consider to make the most of your stay without overpaying. Want to know what to look for, our...

Where to stay in Maui

by Michal Dorica | Last updated Nov 13, 2019 | Blog, Travel Tips, United States

As you already decided you want to visit Maui, now is the time to choose which part of the island is the one that fits you most.It has many options for upscale hotels and condos, mid-range B&B and cheaper hostels and camping. Need a bit more convincing? Read our...

19 smart travel tips for planning your next trip

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Apr 22, 2025 | Blog, Travel Tips

Planning a trip is always exciting, no matter how long it’s going to be. To enjoy it to the fullest and without any annoying surprises, you need to do a little bit of research of your destination. In this guide, we’ll show you 19 smart travel tips we use to plan...

How to find cheap flights

by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 22, 2018 | Blog, Travel Tips

Flight tickets are usually the biggest expense of the trip. Over the years we’ve learnt a few tricks that helped us save hundreds of dollars. Learn how to find cheap flights and book your next trip! All these tips came from our experience and are proven to work really...