Finding Gina Marie - Travel the World
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We were halfway around the world when we got the news
27 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.186 Some decisions don’t come with a right answer. This week’s episode is a conversation about how people make hard decisions when every option...
Why Melbourne Feels Different Than Sydney
23 Dec 2025
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Ep.185 Melbourne surprised us in ways we didn’t expect. It wasn’t through landmarks or highlights, but through how the city actually works and fee...
45,000 Miles Later This Is What Stays With You
07 Dec 2025
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Ep.183 This year took us across 45,000 miles, and only later did we realize the memories that stayed weren’t the ones we expected. In this video, we...
We Thought It Was Just a Trip… We Were Wrong
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 182 What began as a simple test in Italy turned into a shift we didn’t understand until years later. Three years into full-time travel, we can f...
Asia Felt Intimidating… Until We Learned This
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.181 Asia can feel like a big leap when you’re used to traveling in Europe or North America. We spent seven months moving through Japan, Vietnam, ...
Berlin Didn’t Feel Like We Thought It Would
15 Nov 2025
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Ep.180 Berlin had a very different feel than we expected in ways that were hard to predict. In this episode, we try to capture what it was actually li...
We Thought We Knew Europe—Until We Visited the Balkans
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.179 Most people never picture this part of Europe. Once hidden behind the Iron Curtain and shaped by the breakup of Yugoslavia, these five countrie...
Inside the Spectacular Walled City of Dubrovnik | Croatia
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.178 We’d dreamed of Dubrovnik for decades—and it was every bit as beautiful as we hoped. But our time here didn’t go as planned. Between the ...
It looked better online
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.177 Not every “cozy, light-filled apartment” looks quite like its listing. In this episode, we share the stays that went sideways—and what we...
The Side of Travel No One Shows You
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.176 Sometimes travel doesn’t go the way you plan…and not for the reasons you expect. We finally made it to one of Europe’s most beautiful cit...
Think You Know Europe? Go Here
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.175 What if the Europe you thought you knew was only half the story? In Sarajevo, where Ottoman streets meet Austro-Hungarian boulevards, East and ...
The Hardest Part of Travel (And How We Make It Easier)
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.174 One of the hardest parts of travel isn’t what you think. No matter how much time, money, or energy you have, it never feels like enough — a...
The Most Beautiful Town in Bosnia You’ve Never Heard Of
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.173 Mostar, in Herzegovina, is often called Bosnia’s most beautiful city. It looks like a postcard, but the layers run deeper. It’s often a day...
Everyone Rushes Through Kotor… But Staying Changed Everything
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.172 Most people rush through Kotor, Montenegro — but we stayed three weeks. What we found in Kotor and Dobrota went far beyond sightseeing: neigh...
We Thought We’d Lose Friends. Instead, We Found More
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.171 The biggest fear we hear about long-term or extended travel is missing family and friends. We thought that might be true for us, too, until the...
The Most Famous Mountain in Armenia Isn’t Even There
23 Aug 2025
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Ep.170 What happens when a country’s most famous symbol isn’t even within its borders? We spent two weeks in Yerevan, Armenia chasing Mount Ararat...
We traveled 1000 days straight. These are our top 10 lessons
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.169 After 1000 days in a row on the road, we stopped chasing a checklist and started listening for the story each place wants to show us. In this e...
Travel Burnout? Vacations are the Problem
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.168 Vacations are supposed to recharge you, so why do so many leave us exhausted? In this episode, we dive into travel burnout—why traditional va...
Our Retirement, Our Rules
02 Aug 2025
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Ep.167 What if retirement wasn’t something you waited for, but something you shaped for yourself? In this episode, we talk about what really changed...
We Struggled to Love Tbilisi… Until This Moment
28 Jul 2025
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Ep.166 In this video, we explore Tbilisi not just as travelers but as curious observers trying to understand a country still fighting for its identity...
The Italy No One Talks About (and Why We Stayed a Month)
19 Jul 2025
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Ep.165 Cagliari probably isn’t on your bucket list, but maybe it should be. We came to Sardinia to sightsee… but also to slow down. During our a m...
How Prague Captivated Us
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.164 Think you know Prague? We share both iconic spots and places you might never have seen. Along the way, we tell some stories you might not have ...
How Travel Changed the Way We Communicate as a Couple
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.163Â We thought we knew how to communicate. But full-time travel? It rewrote the rulebook. And not because of big fights, but because of all the l...
What If We Can’t Travel Anymore? What We’d Do Instead
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.162 Viewers ask us: “What’s your plan if you can’t travel anymore?“ In this video, we talk about aging as nomads, future retirement options...
Is Gozo Worth Visiting? Here’s What We Found
21 Jun 2025
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Ep.161 Gozo is often described as quieter and slower than Malta’s main island, and that made us almost skip it. But we’re so glad we didn’t. We ...
Is Malta Europe’s Most Overlooked Destination?
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.160 Malta may look like a sunny beach escape, but we included it in our travels because it’s so much more. We spent a month here and uncovered an...
We Traveled the World: These 5 Places Changed Us
07 Jun 2025
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Ep.159 We’ve traveled across six continents, but only a handful of places truly changed how we see the world. These are the ones that surprised us, ...
Why Half Quit Full-Time Travel and We Haven’t
31 May 2025
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Ep.158 Full-time travel sounds like the dream to many, but nearly half of the people who try it quietly stop within the first year. Why? And how can y...
Is Age REALLY Just a Number? How traveling the world keeps us young
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.157 Aging hasn’t felt the way we expected. We thought life would slow down in our 60s — but instead, it’s shifted in ways that still surprise...
Mexico City: Ruins. Murals. Guac?!
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.156 We came for the tacos… and stayed for the pyramids, the hidden murals, and the deep history of Mexico City. There was so much we didn’t kno...
San Miguel de Allende 🇲🇽 We Didn’t See THIS Coming!
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.155 We arrived in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico just in time for a 400-year-old festival and left completely enchanted. In this video, we explore t...
Two Day Trips, One Big Lesson: A Costa Rica Travel Story
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Costa Rica’s one of those places you picture in your head — wild jungles, crashing waves, colorful creatures. Why did we base ourselves in the cap...
Traveling FULL TIME is HARD without this ONE CHANGE
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.152 Thinking about full-time travel—but feeling stuck by the fear of what could go wrong? We’ve been there. Whether it’s money, missing loved...
Valparaiso and Viña del Mare shocked us with their coastal beauty | Chile Travel Guide
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.151 These two coastal cities sit side by side — close in distance, but very different in feel. ValparaĂso is colorful, creative, a little gritty...
Top Things to do in Santiago | Chile Travel Guide
12 Apr 2025
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Ep.150 We visited places in Santiago that we never expected to see, thanks to our very generous viewer and unofficial guide, Astrid. Wait until you se...
Rio de Janeiro: What the Guidebooks Don’t Tell You About Brazil
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.149 Rio de Janeiro is more than beaches. It’s steeped in history and culture, too. From iconic sights like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Moun...
How to Pick Affordable Accommodations As Full-Time Travelers
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.148 After 860 nights in 100 different beds around the world, we’ve learned how to find the right place to stay—every single time. In this episo...
What is the best hotel booking site? | Hotel.com vs Booking.com vs Airbnb
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.147 As full-time travelers, we’ve spent over 700 nights on beds that aren’t our own, and we’ve stayed in all sorts of accommodations. There a...
How We Book Flights and Travel to Save Money in 2025
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.146 Since becoming full-time travelers in November 2022 through November 2025, we’ll have taken 75 flights on 34 airlines. Navigating the world o...
How to Prevent the Wrong Location or Accommodations from Ruining Your Travel
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.145 We tackle one of every traveler's worst nightmares: arriving at your destination only to find that it’s not what you expected. From unsa...
Everything You Need to Know About Cusco, Peru | 2025 Peru Travel Guide
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.144 Cusco, Peru is rich in history and experiences. As the capital city of the Inca Empire, it’s a unique blend of Incan and Spanish culture. We ...
How to Make the Most of a Sacred Valley Peru Tour
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.143 We’re here in breathtaking the Sacred Valley, which served as the pulse of the Inca Empire long before Machu Picchu captured the world's...
How to Enjoy Your Machu Picchu Visit: Our Ultimate Travel Guide
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.142 Machu Picchu is the jewel of the Inca Empire and a dream destination for many travelers, but the path to experiencing it can often feel overwhe...
How We Avoided a HUGE REGRET and Why Our Travel Channel is named Finding Gina Marie
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.141 Join us as we share our heartfelt journey of how we avoided a huge regret that would have changed our lives forever. Discover the personal stor...
Americans Try Chilean Candy from Santiago, Chile
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.140 Our lovely and generous viewer, Astrid, took us on a tour of Santiago, Chile. In addition to spending the day with us, she also gave us a bag o...
Uruguay 2025 Travel Guide! Discover Montevideo and Colonia del Sacramento
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.139 Uruguay is a quick ferry ride from Buenos Aires and doesn’t require a visa to visit. More importantly, because it’s one of the safest count...
First Time in Argentina - Mistakes were made in Buenos Aires!
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.138 Argentina has a lot to love about it, but there are some things that made our time in Buenos Aires painful. We thought we did our research, but...
IguazĂş Falls: The complete guide to both sides Argentina & Brazil
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.137 IguazĂş Falls is one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world with over 275 different vertical drops spanning both Argentina and B...
What’s New for 2025: Our Complete Travel and Budget Planning Breakdown
04 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.136 What are the hot, can’t miss destinations for 2025? We factored in places that people have told us they want to visit to when we designed our...
We Answer ALL Your Questions from Our Christmas Eve Livestream
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.135 Happy New Year 2025! Our first public livestream was fantastic and we got to have some great conversations with our viewers. There were plenty ...
Our 2025 Travel Ideas after visiting 26 cities in 14 countries on 4 continents in 1 year
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.134 If you’re looking for fresh ideas on where to visit in 2025, you won’t want to miss this episode where we walk through the highlights of ou...
Christmas Eve 2024 Public Livestream
27 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Holidays! This is our first PUBLIC LIVESTREAM where we answered our viewer’s questions and shared our thoughts about our experiences over the ...
The Reality of Full-Time Travel: How We Plan Trips
21 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.132 When you want to visit everywhere, how do you fine tune your destinations and juggle costs so you don’t completely blow your budget, all whil...
Costly mistakes to avoid when booking travel in 2025
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.131 When we’re booking travel, we have to be very careful about all the hidden costs. There are so many prices posted online that look like great...
HOW MUCH DID WE SPEND to Travel the World in 2024 | Full-Time Travel
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.130 In 2024, we explored twelve countries across four continents, embracing the full-time travel lifestyle on our own terms—not constrained by a ...
Our approach to Money and Budgeting as Retired Full-Time Travelers
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.129 We're often asked to talk about how much we spend on travel, which is coming next week. Before we dig into those numbers, we wanted to sha...
You don’t have to be an EXPAT to leave the US!
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.128 If you're considering retiring outside the U.S., or maybe you just want a change of scenery for a while, this is the video you want to wat...
Fez/Fes blew us away with its hospitality | Morocco Travel Guide
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.127 Fes (or Fez) is where you want to be for the most authentic experience in Morocco. The heart of Fes is its people, and we were overwhelmed by t...
SAHARA DESERT Travel Guide: INSIDER TIPS for an Unforgettable Journey
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.126 Join us on an unforgettable three-day adventure through Morocco’s stunning Sahara Desert! In this video, we’ll not only share our incredibl...
MARRAKECH: Things to know as a first-time visitor to Morocco
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.125 Marrakech is one of the most colorful cities we’ve visited. It’s bustling, vibrant, and a sensory feast. Join us as we take you around the ...
MOROCCO: 22 DO’s and DON’Ts for Marrakech, Fes, and the Sahara Desert
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.124 Morocco surprised us with its clash of how its ancient traditions meet modern life. After 40 days exploring bustling souks and vibrant streets ...
TIRANA: Dive into Albania's Rich Culture & History | COMPLETE Travel Guide
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.123 If you are interested in a European vacation but have sticker shock from some of the prices of the more popular places to visit, Tirana, Albani...
48 Hours in Paris | France Travel Guide
12 Oct 2024
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Ep.122 Join us on an unforgettable adventure as we spend 48 hours in the enchanting city of Paris! From the iconic Eiffel Tower to the artistic heart ...
One Day in Colmar is a Fairy Tale | France Travel Guide
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.121 Join us in our brief but enchanting visit to Colmar, France, a fairytale town with romantic canals and charming half-timbered buildings. There’...
Top 10 Things To Do In Lyon | France Travel Guide
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.120 We loved Lyon, but we made a huge mistake (actually a couple) that we talk about in this episode. We give you a list of our top ten things you’...
Avoid Airline Carry-On Fees | What We Pack for World Travel 2024
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.119: Even though our rolling suitcases are carry-on size, more airlines, especially discount ones, are weighing luggage and charging extra for them...
A Better Way to Declutter Sentimental Stuff | Downsizing for Full-Time Travel and Retirement
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.118 We promised that we'd talk about downsizing and decluttering the stuff in your life that has sentimental value and this video delivers on ...
Our Top Things to Do in Madrid | Spain Travel Guide
15 Sep 2024
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Ep.117 Join us as we explore Madrid, a city renowned for its stunning architecture and vibrant plazas. Walk the bustling streets with us, including th...
Declutter Faster, Get Rid of Your Stuff Now | Downsizing for Full-Time Travel and Retirement
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.116 The sooner you start removing stuff from your life, the more you can start to enjoy a clutter-free lifestyle. Whether you’re downsizing for r...
48 hours in Barcelona is NOT enough time | Spain Travel Guide
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.115 The beauty of Barcelona makes a journey there worth your time, but we had to work hard to fit in as much as we did on our short stay. The archi...
Sell, Donate, Gift, or Trash Your Stuff | Downsizing for Full-Time Travel and Retirement
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.114 Downsizing is a big task! Whether you’re doing a Swedish Death Cleaning, preparing for a life of less stuff in retirement, becoming a minimal...
Verona & Lake Como Two of the Most Charming Places in Italy | Italy Travel Guide
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.113 We take you to the lovely city of Verona to show off our favorite spots. Then we stayed overnight in Bellagio so we could explore Lake Como and...
Our Hard-Earned Advice for Downsizing | Full-Time Travel Prep
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.112 Viewers have been asking us how we made the transition from living in San Francisco to full-time travel, so we decided to create a series to he...
Florence day trips to Cinque Terre, Pisa, & Lucca | Italy Travel Guide
24 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.111 Even though we only spent 4 days in Florence, Italy, we were able to take day trips and capture the highlights of Monterosso and Vernazza in Ci...
Our 5 Travel Secrets for Retirement as Full-Time Travelers
17 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.110 If you’ve been thinking about traveling full time or even considered extended travel, but you’re still on the fence, this episode might giv...
Why We’re Never Returning to Live in the US for Retirement
10 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.109 We love the U.S., but it simply doesn’t offer us everything we want for our retirement. In this video we break down the reasons why we’re g...
How We Retired Early to Travel the World Full Time
03 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.108 We didn’t have a million dollars in the bank, but we saw a chance to retire early while we still were healthy and we took it. After almost 2 ...
Capri: Is it worth the exclusive price tag?
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.107 Capri is known for its beauty, allure, and retreat-like atmosphere. It’s an island, so it also has luxury prices. After spending several days...
Ravello: Fewer Tourists and Amazing Amalfi Coast Views | Italy Travel Guide
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.106 If an ideal vacation spot includes sweeping views of the sea, a charming medieval village, gardens beautiful enough to inspire an opera, and de...
Positano: Hiking the Path of the Gods plus Private Sunset Cruise | Italy Travel Guide
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.105 The crowds in Positano can be overwhelming, but we knew the views would be gorgeous. We avoided some of tourist congestion by taking an early m...
Watch BEFORE visiting the Amalfi Coast | Italy Travel Guide
29 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.104 These are the NEED-TO-KNOW tips before you schedule your bucket list visit to the Amalfi Coast. Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, and Capri are beauti...
Orvieto, Italy: You MUST See This Charming City
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.103 We love Italy, but Orvieto raised the bar even higher for us. Come with us as we walk you through this beautiful hillside town and explore its ...
Our Incredible 48 Hours in Seoul 🇰🇷 South Korea Travel Vlog
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.102 We couldn’t leave South Korea without visiting Seoul. Busan was amazing, but there’s so much to see and do in Seoul. We fit as much of the ...
Epic Busan Adventures: Beach Comparisons, Sky Capsules, and Coastal Wonders!
25 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.101 Our four-hour walk to the Oryukdo Skywalk did NOT go as expected! The picturesque hike along the Igidae Coastal Trail ended in a way we never i...
Busan South Korea was NOT What We Expected 🇰🇷 Travel Guide
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.100 Come with us to Busan and explore the food, culture, and many delights this South Korean coastal city has to offer. Don’t miss our tips on th...
Comparing Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand: What Lies Beyond the Postcard
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.99 We spent over four months in Southeast Asia and want to share all that we’ve learned so you can decide if any of these three countries are rig...
Taiwan Night Market Street Food Tour: Our Top 3 in Taipei
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.98 One of our favorite things to do in Taipei was to explore the night markets. We rank three of them and bring you along with us as we taste an as...
Our First Time in Taiwan: Ultimate Taipei Travel Guide
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.97 We take you through all the places you’ll want to see in Taipei and give you tips to make your visit the best it can be. Visit Taipei 101 and ...
Our 5 Biggest Travel Mistakes… and how to avoid them
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.96 Mistakes can happen to anyone, regardless of how seasoned of a traveler you are. One mistake is silly, one could have had seriously unpleasant c...
Would you know what to do during a Natural Disaster on a trip? | Taiwan Earthquake
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.95 We were in Taipei during the biggest Taiwan earthquake in over 25 years. It made us think, “Are we prepared for a natural disaster as full-tim...
Top 8 Amazing Things To Do in Hoi An 🇻🇳 Vietnam
06 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.94 We’ve talked about improving travel by getting to know the locals, well this episode is proof that it works. We visit a fishing village, taste...
Hoi An: The Cultural Capital of Vietnam | ULTIMATE Travel Guide (2024)
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.93 At the suggestion of our viewers, we traveled back to Vietnam to explore Hoi An. It’s one of the most beautiful places we’ve visited, but th...
Our Travel Epiphany: How Connecting with Locals Beats Tourist Traps
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.92 We discuss how we’ve adjusted our travel after 16 months because of an experience in Chiang Mai. This episode digs deep into how we feel about...
Chiang Mai Thailand Has Everything
16 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.91 We spent five weeks in Chiang Mai and were amazed by how it met our every need and want. It’s walkable, has delicious, inexpensive food, night...
Chiang Mai Charmed Us Into Staying Longer | Thailand Travel Guide
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.90 We enjoyed Cambodia, so how does Thailand compare? Watch as we point out how the people of Chiang Mai captured our hearts. It was so good, we ex...
Elephant Nature Park Chiang Mai: We had an AMAZING experience!
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.89 Most elephant parks are not kind to the animals. We found an ethical sanctuary that put the happiness of the elephants above that of the tourist...
Thailand: Top 22 Things to Know Before You Go to Chiang Mai
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.88 We learned so much from our 30+ days in Thailand and thought a quick tips video would help make your trip more enjoyable. We talk about e-visas,...
Angkor Wat: Don’t go until you watch this video! | Cambodia Tour Guide
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.87 The Angkor Archeological Park is massive! So before you go, you need a plan. We take you through the top 10 temples and give you the tips and ad...
Siem Reap, Cambodia: Why It’s the Most Popular City in Cambodia
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.86 Have you ever visited a place and thought, “I could live here!” We take you around this tourist-friendly city and show you why we were so im...
Medical Tourism in Thailand 2024 | Our Hospital Visit with Costs
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ep.85 Ever wondered how hard it is to get medical care while traveling or worried about how much it might cost? We visit Chiang Mai Ram Hospital, whic...