I can’t be the only one who has sticker shock when browsing flights for this summer. It seems like the flights that used to be $100 are suddenly $400, and the ones that used to be $400 are suddenly over $1000. Are the days of cheap trips gone? Not necessarily. It just requires flexibility and […]
When to Visit the Azores – Weather, Sea Temperature, and Rainfall
When you see photos of the Azores, and even more when you see it in person, the incredible green and lushness of the subtropical environment almost makes it feel like a movie set – like it couldn’t be real. But it is. It just needs a lot of rain to look that incredible. The Azores […]
12 Things to Know Before Visiting Bhutan in 2023
This post was written by Ashley Yap, BMTM’s Malaysia-based writer. Gross national happiness over gross national product. The world’s first carbon-negative nation. Bhutan is a mysterious land of just over 700,000 people that seems to be doing things right. Nestled in the Himalayas, sandwiched between two of the biggest countries in the world — China […]
Is South America Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
From the mountains of Patagonia to the Amazon rainforest that straddles four different countries, South America is vast, varied, and enchanting. But is it appropriate for solo female travelers? Is it safe? Having spent nearly 3 months on the continent, parts of it completely on my own, this is everything I learned about traveling alone […]
Is Guatemala Safe? One Solo Female Traveler’s Experience
After having visited it a few times, Guatemala became one of my favorite countries in Latin America, because of its rich culture, friendly atmosphere, and insane natural beauty. Being a super affordable destination, it’s quite popular among backpackers, and it’s easy to stretch your dollar far here. That being said, Guatemala has a difficult historical […]