In my opinion, Bulgaria is one of the most underrated countries in Europe. It has three stunning mountain ranges with great skiing, hiking and mountain biking. It has sandy beaches and ancient cities with vibrant cultural scenes. And it has my home, Bansko, a mountain village turned digital nomad haven.
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How to Prepare Your Mental Health Before Traveling: A Complete Guide
Most people overlook the most important thing to do before a trip: preparing your mental health for the journey ahead. I love travelling and am terrible at planning. I find it boring, stressful and irritating, and would far rather just land in a new place and be completely lost in the chaos over there. Generally, I…
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Is Slum Tourism Ethical?
Slum tourism, or “poverty tourism,” is a growing trend among travelers—especially white, Western tourists—seeking to witness life in the poorest neighborhoods of the Global South. But this curiosity is problematic for a whole host of reasons. Why Are Western Tourists Drawn to Poverty Tourism? When I went to India for the first time, I was…
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Is Menton Worth Visiting? The French Riviera’s Best Kept Secret
Menton is a remnant of how the French Riviera must have looked before developers moved in and poured concrete on it. This small, historic town is well worth a visit for anyone who wants to get off the beaten track on France’s Mediterranean coast. I first heard of Menton, France, in a scribbled note on…
Shortcuts and Side Quests 