Backpacking | Budget Travel | Living Abroad
We’re going to take a look at the cost of living in North America, as of 2023. First, we’ll compare living costs in the USA with those in Canada and Mexico. There is also a deeper dive into the most expensive and cheapest places to live in North America which includes living costs in a […]
The United States of America is a vast country and the cost of living varies enormously between different states. In this post we’ll look at some of the best and cheapest cities to live in the US. There are five options listed below that try to find a balance between affordability and a high quality […]
This page looks at the estimated cost of travel in the USA. Read on for our suggested shoestring and more comfortable USA backpacking budget for those looking to get the most out of their trip. We also have some sample prices and info on how to pay for things across the States. USA Cost of […]
We’re going to take a look at 10 of the most interesting work exchange opportunities in 2023. We’ve used the Worldpackers platform to scour the world in search of some of the most interesting placements for travellers looking for a new challenge or a fresh adventure this year. While anyone can view the opportunities, you […]
Florida is one of the world’s best known and most popular travel destinations. It’s the most visited state by Americans and its great climate and popular beaches and attractions also make it a hit with international visitors. However the Sunshine State is also large enough that it’s not that hard to get off the beaten […]
For a couple of years during the pandemic, working holiday visa programs were among the first things to get scrapped and the last to return. However, with things looking brighter as we head into 2023, many countries are once again opening their doors to travellers looking for extended stays abroad involving some paid work. Below […]
Large chunks of the United States experience a big freeze during the winter months when temperatures plummet and snow blanket covers towns and cities. Below, we’re going to look at the coldest cities in the US, both in terms of their winter and annual average temperatures. For the purposes of the article, we have only […]
Often referred to as the “city that never sleeps”, there’s not really a bad time to visit New York with an action-packed calendar that will leave you with plenty of options for things to do whenever you come. However the nature of your trip will depend greatly on when you come with some significant seasonal […]
Niagara Falls is one of the world’s best known and most visited natural wonders, featuring on many a travel bucket list. Situated right on the border between the United States and Canada, it can be visited easily from either side. Below, we’ll look at all the key things to know about visiting Niagara Falls on […]
In this post, we’re going to look at the worst airports in the US according to passenger ratings. While many American airports have excellent facilities and have improved considerably in recent years, others have started to feel dated. International travellers meanwhile continue to be frustrated by long waits and at times unfriendly welcomes at passport […]
