The Portuguese countryside is truly a backpacker’s haven: steeped in rich cultural heritage, breathtakingly beautiful landscapes, and great eats that don’t dig too deep into one’s pocket....

Think: Denmark, land of sleek design, vibrant culture, and delectable eats, comes with a rather hefty price tag. But what if you could have the best of Denmark on the budget? A poor backpacker, I went...

Nestled at the foot of the Greater Caucasus Mountains, Georgia is a country that will enchant your senses, force a revision in your assumptions, and leave you wanting for it. This small, former Soviet...

Smack in the middle of Europe, tuck away Romania, one of the best-kept secrets in Europe. With natural beauty aplenty, immense cultural heritage, and welcoming locals, it’s a haven for disheveled...

El Salvador is one of Central America’s best-kept secrets, situated right in the heart of the region. For such a small country, it boasts an overwhelming rugged coastline, volcanic landscapes, and...

The tropical paradise of Puerto Rico lies in the northeastern Caribbean, boasting beautiful beaches, life-filled rainforests, and a culture that is extremely vibrant. One need not necessarily spend a fortune...

Smack in the middle of Europe, Austria lures the traveler with its palaces, snow-capped Alps, and a rich dose of culture. For the poor backpacker, though, Austria-the land of Mozart and Strauss-often seems...

From being a paradise for bold travelers, Thailand has become a victim of its own popularity. So well is the Khao San Road trodden, so idyllic the islands of Koh Samui and Phuket to a point, along with...

Smack in the far corner of southeastern Europe is one of the best-kept secrets of the continent: Moldova. This tiny landlocked country squeezed between Romania and Ukraine is a treasure trove of ancient...

With its two coastlines, volcanic landscapes, and eco-tourism hotspots, Costa Rica should be a veritable haven for backpackers-but it doesn’t have to break the bank. From hostels that sit deep in...