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February 27, 2017

A Vegan Guide To Stockholm

February 27, 2017/ christopherko
A Vegan Guide To Stockholm

An overview of the vegan options in Stockholm. Cue salivating. 

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February 27, 2017/ christopherko/ 1 Comment
Travel Advice
Vegan, Stockholm, Sweden, Guide, travel guide, vegan guide
January 29, 2017

The Most Important Travel Lessons You Will Ever Learn

January 29, 2017/ christopherko
The Most Important Travel Lessons You Will Ever Learn

31 lessons that will make you a better traveler. Guaranteed or your money back.

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January 29, 2017/ christopherko/ 5 Comments
Travel Advice
travel tips, travel advice, travel lessons, backpacking tips
December 05, 2016

The Emotional Cost of Travel

December 05, 2016/ christopherko
The Emotional Cost of Travel

Sometimes there are downsides to going places. 

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December 05, 2016/ christopherko/ 3 Comments
Travel Advice, Reflections
travel cost, post travel blues, privilege, emotional travel
November 13, 2016

This Is Adventure: A Lesson In Taking Risks

November 13, 2016/ christopherko
This Is Adventure: A Lesson In Taking Risks

Routines are lovely. They can also be fatal.

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Reflections, Travel Advice
Road trip, adventure, risks, USA
November 02, 2016

The American Dream: Dispatches from the USA

November 02, 2016/ christopherko
The American Dream: Dispatches from the USA

Some reflections on the state of America, two weeks into my road trip.

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Reflections
USA, America, United States, Poverty, Racism, pirvilege
September 21, 2016

Iceland's EPIC Ring Road: A Budget 7 Day Itinerary

September 21, 2016/ christopherko
Iceland's EPIC Ring Road: A Budget 7 Day Itinerary

Suggestions to make the most of your budget trip to Iceland!

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September 21, 2016/ christopherko/ 1 Comment
Travel Advice
Iceland, Road Trip, Car rental, backpacking iceland, budget travel, budget travel Iceland
September 15, 2016

The Intangible Charm of Magic: An Icelandic Adventure

September 15, 2016/ christopherko
The Intangible Charm of Magic: An Icelandic Adventure

I encountered a little bit of magic when I was in Iceland...

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Travel Stories
Iceland, Road trip, Scandinavia, Story, Magic
September 07, 2016

The Iceland Road Trip: 13 Tips To Improve Your Ring Road Adventure

September 07, 2016/ christopherko
The Iceland Road Trip: 13 Tips To Improve Your Ring Road Adventure

13 tips to help you get the most from your Iceland road trip!

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Travel Advice
Iceland, Road trip, Ring Road, Scandinavia, travel tips, hiking, Driving
August 22, 2016

Iceland On A Budget: Travel Resources To Help You Plan An EPIC Icelandic Adventure

August 22, 2016/ christopherko
Iceland On A Budget: Travel Resources To Help You Plan An EPIC Icelandic Adventure

Planning a trip to Iceland? Here are the resources you'll need.

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August 22, 2016/ christopherko/ 1 Comment
Travel Advice
Iceland, Icelandair, travel planning, Scandinavia, Lonely Planet, Car rental, Ring Road
August 09, 2016

Travel Safety: 8 Tips To Help You Manage An Emergency Abroad

August 09, 2016/ christopherko
Travel Safety: 8 Tips To Help You Manage An Emergency Abroad

8 travel safety tips to get you through an emergency abroad.

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Travel Advice
Travel Safety, Safety, Emergencies, Insurance, Travel Insurance, First Aid
July 25, 2016

Bleeding Abroad: My First Visit To A Foreign Hospital

July 25, 2016/ christopherko
Bleeding Abroad: My First Visit To A Foreign Hospital

My first visit to a hospital abroad. Better late than never! 

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July 25, 2016/ christopherko/ 7 Comments
Travel Stories
Sweden, Hospital, Injury, First Aid
June 30, 2016

20 Reasons Why You Need To Spend More Time In Sweden

June 30, 2016/ christopherko
20 Reasons Why You Need To Spend More Time In Sweden

Spoiler alert: Sweden is more awesome and less expensive than you think!

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June 30, 2016/ christopherko/ 10 Comments
Travel Advice
Sweden, Scandinavia
June 24, 2016

Saying Goodbye At The End Of The World: The Life And Times Of Jefferson Smalls

June 24, 2016/ christopherko
Saying Goodbye At The End Of The World: The Life And Times Of Jefferson Smalls

Saying goodbye on the road is never easy. 

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The Camino, Travel Stories
Camino, Hiking, Spain, France, Camino de Santiago
June 16, 2016

7 Signs You're A Disappointing Digital Nomad: Reflections On The State Of Travel Blogging

June 16, 2016/ christopherko
7 Signs You're A Disappointing Digital Nomad: Reflections On The State Of Travel Blogging

Some snarky reflections on the state of travel blogging.

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June 16, 2016/ christopherko/ 15 Comments
Reflections
Digital Nomad, Travel Blogger, Writing, Social Media, Rant, Nomad, Vagabonding
May 30, 2016

Walking The Camino: Should You Walk Alone?

May 30, 2016/ christopherko
Walking The Camino: Should You Walk Alone?

Walking the Camino solo isn't for everyone. Not sure if it's for you? Read on and I'll elaborate on the benefits of walking alone v.s walking in a pair/group.

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The Camino
Camino, The Way, Spain, Portugal, Hiking, The Way of Saint James, El Camino de Santiago, Portuguese Way, French Way
May 21, 2016

The Camino Portugués: 12 Tips To Help You Get The Most From Your Walk

May 21, 2016/ christopherko
The Camino Portugués: 12 Tips To Help You Get The Most From Your Walk

If you're considering a walk along the Portuguese Way, these tips will help you get the most out of your journey – so check 'em out!

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May 21, 2016/ christopherko/ Comment
The Camino
Camino, Portugal, Spain, Hiking, The Camino
May 14, 2016

This Is The Way: My Journey Along The Camino Portugués

May 14, 2016/ christopherko
This Is The Way: My Journey Along The Camino Portugués

Follow my 350km journey along the Camino Portugués, from Portugal to the End of the World.

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May 14, 2016/ christopherko/ 3 Comments
The Camino
Portugal, Spain, Camino, Hiking
April 14, 2016

Croatia At A Glance: A Budget Guide To Zadar

April 14, 2016/ christopherko
Croatia At A Glance: A Budget Guide To Zadar

Some suggestions to make the most out of your budget trip to Zadar!

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April 14, 2016/ christopherko/ 2 Comments
Travel Advice
Croatia, Zadar, Guide
April 05, 2016

Mongolia: A Photo Essay

April 05, 2016/ christopherko
Mongolia: A Photo Essay

Mongolia is one of the most interesting countries I have ever visited. Find out why.

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April 05, 2016/ christopherko/ 2 Comments
Travel Stories
Mongolia, Russia, Trans-Siberian
March 30, 2016

A Guide To The Trans-Siberian Railway

March 30, 2016/ christopherko
A Guide To The Trans-Siberian Railway

Helpful tips and suggestions for the EPIC 9000km trip across Russia and Mongolia!

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March 30, 2016/ christopherko/ 2 Comments
Travel Advice
Russia, Siberia, Trains, Trans Siberian, Mongolia, China, Guides
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Two kids backpacking the world in search of adventure, vegan snacks, and the art of being human. No big deal.

Getting to that spot was a bit tricky, but it was worth it to get the view. ✌️🇲🇹 #Malta
#Malta may be tiny, but they realllllly pack 'em in there. It's actually the most dense country in the EU...like, by a long shot. #themoreyouknow #sodense
The view overlooking #Malta from the ancient capital of #Mdina. We got hella lucky with the weather and the gorgeous colors of the landscape! ☀️☀️☀️
Gelato for all!!! It was super easy to find #vegan gelato in #Malta...and if it's vegan, it's healthy, right..?!? 🍨🇲🇹
The hike from Marsalforn to the Azure Window was a nice one, taking us along the coast for a solid 15km. If you ask me, a scenic view is always more appreciated when you earn it, sweaty back and all.

When's the last time you earned a view?
Climbed a weird mushroom rock overlooking the northern coast of #Gozo. I then put my hands in the air, as one does when wanting to look epic. This picture looked infinitely more badass in my mind. Like most things. #VisitGozo 😎🇲🇹
A pretty killer view from the top of the citadel in Rabat. #Gozo 🕌🇲🇹
It was a gorgeous day for a hike so we trekked a 15km route to the #AzureWindow on #Gozo. Definitely worth it. #VisitMalta 👌
Just two kids hanging out by the ocean. No big deal. 🌊✌️#Malta #Valletta
Watching the clouds roll by as we wander around #Valletta. Even in the windy grey it's STILL warmer than #Sweden so I can't complain! ☁️☁️

we'll find ourselves, in time. in the silence of a journey home; in the things we try, and are


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How To Buy A Travel Backpack: 5 Steps To Buying The Perfect Bag
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Darn Tough: The World's Toughest Socks?
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Every backpacker needs socks, so you might as well get some that go the extra mile.

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The Camino In Photos
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The Camino In Photos
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Thinking of walking The Camino? Take a photo odyssey across Spain from the comfort of your laptop – blister free!

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Five Star Disappointment: A Review of the Parador de San Marcos
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Five Star Disappointment: A Review of the Parador de San Marcos
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The most disappointing part of our Camino? Our stay at the Parador de San Marcos.

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The Whiteness of Travel: Privilege in the World of Travel Blogging
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A brief look at white privilege in the world of travel blogging. Spoiler Alert: it's pretty white.

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Bears Upon The Mountain: The Hiking of Mount Fuji
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The trials and tribulations of our ill-considered Mount Fuji climb, in 2014. Lessons learned.

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A Vegan In Mongolia: The Cost of Being Polite
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Being a polite vegan while backpacking in Mongolia took its toll on my bowels. Lesson learned.

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Our favourite pictures from across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway!

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