During the trip

Always book first night of accommodation before arriving in a new country or city. Research the review and location before booking.  I usually choose a smaller hostel or guest houses because I like quieter hostel and mostly because I can meet pe...

Use wikitravel.org to research on arrival Visa info. Summary of a country. Buy and download a copy of Lonely Planet guide book and keep it on the cloud drive and on the phone. Book first night of the accommodation of the first city I will arrive...

There is a difference between traveling to a warm place and cold place. The amount of clothing you carry can affect on the weight of your pack. Most of my travelling are during warm months, Occasionally I do go to cold places (the peak of mountain),...

I love trying local food, and I am also an avid cooker. I often take cooking class at a country where I have never been. Sometimes the cheapest food eat out places are near major bus station or near schools. I purposely find place to eat where...

My number 1 rule is not to backtrack. I find out if I have time and the money to see the area at all, if not, I leave it for after my RTW trip. I use Skyscanner to find out which airport can get me into the country cheaply from where I am. ...

I only eat real food. Many places in the world, people still eat lots of sugary junk food, and soda. I avoid those so I make sure I can keep up the good health. (however, try their local junk food for once so at least you know you’ve tried it!) ...