Posts by Jessie Festa
How To Hostel When You’re Past “That Stage”
Hostels have a reputation for attracting budget backpackers on gap year looking to have one last hoorah before heading into “the real world.” While I’d argue each hostel has its own unique personality, I understand what my late 20s-30s friends mean when they say they feel too old for the hostel scene. There are many…Read more...
That Time I Was Diagnosed With Potentially Fatal African Sleeping Disease
After traveling through Africa, I was diagnosed with potentially-fatal sleeping disease. Learn more about my ordeal and its surprising ending.Read more...
The Essential Solo Traveler’s Survival Guide
Traveling solo is an experience everyone should have at least once. That being said, to those who have never done it, traveling alone can seem scary. I’m here to tell you once you take that first step to beginning your solo adventure, you’ll be giving yourself a life-changing experience that will allow you to strengthen…Read more...
Unedited Super Shots Of The Inca Trail, Peru
During my three-month backpacking trip through South America, hiking the Inca Trail was a top experience on my bucket list. The only reason I questioned whether I would do it or not is you need to book this Peru travel experience six months in advance — especially if you go between June and August (high…Read more...
Beyond Grand Cayman: Discovering Cayman Brac In The Caribbean
While most travelers to the Cayman Islands head straight for Grand Cayman and don’t leave, the sister islands are worth exploring. Brac Cayman is home to about 2,000 residents, allowing for a more intimate experience. Additionally, the island offers an impressive mix of land and sea offerings. As someone who loves the outdoors as well…Read more...
Discover New York: Pickled Everything In The Lower East Side
I’ve eaten worms, ant larvae, guinea pig, grub worms — hell, I’ll eat moldy bread if I’m hungry enough. One thing I will not put in my mouth, however, is a pickle. While all of my friends love these sour tasting, pimply-looking snacks, I just can’t do it. That’s why I was amazed at my…Read more...
6 Reasons To Choose A Hotel Without WiFi
It’s 2014, and both fortunately and unfortunately many people’s lives revolve around being connected. While the internet makes doing business and keeping in touch much easier, it can be the downfall of a potentially great vacation where we should be disconnecting. Are you the type that freaks out when your hotel doesn’t have wireless internet?…Read more...
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