Nomadic Matt's Travel Site

Everyone Says I’m Running Away

I’m not sure why, but there is this perception out there that anyone who travels...

What I Pack for My Travels: Your Guide to Packing

Over the years, what I carry in my bag has changed a lot. Most of that change ha...

How to Travel Cheap: 16 Ways to Travel for Cheap or Free

There are so many ways you can travel for virtually free. You don't need a lot o...

12 Ways to Avoid Staying in a Bad Hostel

Not all hostels are made equally. After having stayed in hundreds of hostels ove...

9 Destinations Under $50 A Day

We all want to travel more. Whether a vacation, career break, gap year trip, the...

How to Eat Cheap Around the World

Food is such an integral part of so many cultures that to skip out on meals when...

The Secret to Long Term Traveling

You might wonder how I manage to travel and if I am holding something back. Am I...

Get Our Travel Journal to Record Your Travels!

One of the best souvenirs I have from my first trip around the world is the jour...

My Step-By-Step Guide to Backpacking Europe

Backpacking Europe in the summer can be overwhelming. Use this guide to avoid th...

How to Get Around Central America on a Budget

Surrounded by the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Central America is a magical regi...

How to Avoid Paying Bank Fees While Traveling

When you travel abroad, banking overseas involves knowing three things: how to a...

Come See Me on Book Tour!

I’m going on a book tour! My next book, How to Travel the World on $75 a Day, is...

Hiking Off the Beaten Path to Huchuy Qosqo

“How high is this hike again?” I asked as I panted up the mountain trail, the to...

Saily eSIM Review: A Comprehensive eSIM for Travelers

When I started backpacking almost 20 years ago, there were no smartphones. That ...

SafetyWing Travel Insurance: Which Plan Is Right For You?

Whether you’re traveling to Europe for two weeks or planning an epic round-the-w...

Is Peru Safe to Visit?

Peru, the third-largest country in South America, was receiving over four millio...

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