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I am a twenty-something girl in search of beaches, street food, volunteering, cultural immersion, and of course, good cold beer (hence the balanced backpacker)! I started this website as a resource for those who want to travel more affordably, more frequently, and more well rounded. If you like incredible FOOD, beautiful BEACHES, insane PARTIES, experiencing CULTURE, and meeting PEOPLE from around the world, then I’m your girl!

Tips to Help you Save for Travel

February 23, 2014 • General Updates, Money Saving Tips, resources

The most common response to my travels is some version of “Wow, lucky, I wish I could travel but I could never afford it.” And to that, I want to say hogwash! Sadly, I

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Destinations for Under $50 Per Day

February 9, 2014 • Country Guides, General Updates, Money Saving Tips, Planning for Travel, resources

Since I started traveling, I am constantly asked how I can afford to travel, and besides using my tips for daily savings, the answer is honestly because I travel where it is cheap. Although

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Best and Worst of Asia Awards

December 26, 2015 • Asia, Best Accomodations, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Thailand

Best and Worst of Asia Awards Best Bang for your Buck Cambodia – This country hands down has the best all around value in Southeast Asia. Mid range, clean accommodation runs

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Things Not to Miss in Cambodia

March 31, 2015 • Asia, Cambodia, Country Guides, General Updates

Cambodia- how to explain it. By far one of the most beautiful, dirty, easy, difficult, incredible, incredibly sad, awesome, inspiring places I have been. Although Cambodia has a rough past,

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Georgetown Penang, Art and Architecture

February 18, 2015 • Asia, Malaysia

Penang- It’s tough to put your finger on just what makes it so special. Aside from the intoxicating steaming bowls of noodles and simmering curry meats, the fusion of British

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Hong Kong For Budget Travelers, -Food Guide

January 28, 2015 • Asia

Hong Kong- Synonymous with expensive right? It doesn’t have to be. I can relate to all the travelers who skip Hong Kong for fear that it will break their budget. Top that off with the

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