Author: Sam Timmerman
Loi Krathong: Thailand’s Lantern Festival
You’ve likely seen photos of a sky full of paper lanterns. It makes for a dreamy, incredible photo, but did you know that these photos are from a REAL festival that takes place every year in Thailand? The release of these lanterns is part of Loi Krathong. A celebration that happens each year throughout Thailand.…
The Ultimate List of Things to Know Before Going to Thailand
If you haven’t been to Thailand yet, it should certainly be on your bucket list. Thailand is a country unlike any other. From the food and culture to its incredible people and landscapes, it’s a country that’s easy to fall in love with. But, since it’s so unique, it comes with its own set of…
The Ultimate Thailand Bucket List: 25 Must-Have Experiences
Thailand has so much to offer. It is rich in culture and traditions. It has the most beautiful scenery, delicious food, and amazing people. I have no doubt that if you’re visiting, you will have some of the most amazing experiences of your life, just as I have. Many people don’t realize how big Thailand…
Why Europe is the Perfect Destination for First-Time Travelers
Europe was the very first place I ever traveled in for an extended period of time. When I was 20, my sister, my best friend, and I bought backpacks on Amazon, packed them WAY too full, and set out to see Europe for 6 weeks. We took the train from country to country, stayed in…
10 Lesson Learned in 10 Years of Solo Female Travel
My first trip as a solo female traveler was when I was 19 years old. I went to study abroad in Chile, not knowing a soul before I arrived. I left that experience with an appreciation for a new culture, a solid group of friends, and feeling more alive than ever. In the 10 years…
How to Survive the Holidays Abroad and Away From Loved Ones
Flash back to 2018. (Ahhh those were the days, right?) I was living abroad, in Thailand, and I would be spending the holiday season there. I was traveling solo, and while it wasn’t my first year spending the holidays abroad, I was asked by many people if I was nervous or sad to be spending…