As much as I love hostels, there is something nice about the luxuriousness of a hotel: the clean room, comfy bed, desk, iron, strong shower, and bottled soap for the taking (errr…I mean borrowing). They are a quiet, relaxing respite from the world. But luxury comes at a price. Hotels aren’t cheap and I hate […]
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Life can be stressful. Work, bills, relationships, the economy, love, family… the list goes on! There are lots of things we can do to do to relax, like changing our diet, exercising more often, sleeping more, and improving our work-life balance. But sometimes we need to do more than just make changes at home. Sometimes
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Hey there, fellow non-designers! Micki here, and I want to share my experience using Squarespace to create my personal website. Confessions of a Non-Designer Let’s be real: I’m not a natural designer. I can appreciate beautiful design, but creating something stunning myself? That’s an entirely different story. I honestly have the design skills of a
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The digital nomad lifestyle is no longer limited to Western freelancers and entrepreneurs. In recent years, a growing number of Filipinos have embraced this way of working, leveraging technology to work remotely while exploring different parts of the Philippines and beyond. With the increasing accessibility of the internet, a booming gig economy, and a strong
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We’re Canadian. And like most Canadians, we love a good deal, a scenic road trip, and politely grumbling about politics. But let’s get one thing straight—we’re not stepping foot in the United States right now. Not for shopping, not for sunshine, and definitely not for the “land of the free,” where border agents interpret your
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The beating heart of the Baja Californian peninsula, Cabo San Lucas is an incredible city which has something for everyone here. This includes postcard-perfect Pacific beaches, matched with iconic dark sed sunsets every evening. We’ll also find tons of entertainment options, great nightlife, natural rock formations as well as adventure parks that you’ll want to
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Today is the day! My new book, How to Travel the World on $75 a Day, is out NOW! (Woo! Hoo!) This newly updated edition of my New York Times best-selling book will help you travel on a budget. The last edition of the book came out in 2017 and, since then, a lot has
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Hey there snack lovers! Micki here. If you’re craving a taste of authentic Japanese treats, you’ve probably heard of the popular subscription boxes Sakuraco and Bokksu. Both deliver a selection of authentic Japanese goodies to your door each month, but how do they compare? Our family of four took a closer look at Sakuraco and
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Born and raised in the Great White North, we’ve traveled to over 130 countries—but no matter how far we roam, Canada will always be home. It’s wild, it’s weird, and it’s way bigger than most people realize. These fun facts about Canada prove why our home and native land is one of the coolest (literally
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Want to speak like a real Canadian, eh? From Tim Hortons runs to two-fours at the cottage, Canadian slang is as diverse as our country itself. While we may sound similar to our American neighbors, trust us—we’ve got our own weird, wonderful, and wildly confusing phrases. Whether you’re ordering a double-double, dodging a rink rat,
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