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Elena Vasquez

How to spend two weeks in Vietnam itinerary

May 31, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Misty limestone karsts rising over calm Ha Long Bay waters at golden sunrise

A practical two-week Vietnam itinerary covering Hanoi, Hội An, and the Mekong Delta — with real routes, honest logistics, and what to eat along the way.

Categories Asia & Southeast Asia, Destinations

White water rafting in Costa Rica: what to expect

May 30, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Rafters navigating churning rapids through Costa Rica's lush jungle river

From Class III to Class V rapids, here’s what white water rafting in Costa Rica actually involves — rivers, costs, operators, and honest logistics.

Categories Americas, Destinations

Street food etiquette every traveller should know

May 29, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Vendor ladling steaming noodle soup into a bowl at a bustling night market stall

From Bangkok night markets to Marrakech medinas — practical street food etiquette that helps you eat well, avoid offence, and navigate any food stall with confidence.

Categories Culture & People, Food & Drink

10 best places to visit in Colombia

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Colorful colonial buildings lining a cobblestone street in vibrant Cartagena, Colombia

From Cartagena’s walled city to the coffee farms of Salento — a practical, honest guide to the 10 best places to visit in Colombia in 2026.

Categories Americas, Destinations

Backpacking Central America on a shoestring budget

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Worn backpack resting against colorful colonial buildings on a sunlit cobblestone street

Real costs, routes, border crossings, and food for backpacking Central America on a budget — from Guatemala to Panama without the guesswork.

Categories Americas, Destinations

Traditional cooking class in rural Vietnam: where to go

May 25, 2026May 21, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Hands shaping fresh rice paper dumplings over a wood-fired stove in rural Vietnam

Skip the Hoi An tourist kitchens. Find a traditional cooking class in rural Vietnam — specific villages, real dishes, honest costs and transport.

Categories Asia & Southeast Asia, Destinations

Solo female travel in Jordan: safety tips and real advice

May 25, 2026May 19, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Woman exploring ancient Petra ruins alone, warm golden sandstone cliffs towering overhead

Practical safety tips for solo female travel in Jordan — specific neighbourhoods, transport, costs, harassment realities, and where to stay in Amman and Petra.

Categories Africa & Middle East, Destinations

Learning Spanish in Antigua, Guatemala: a language school guide

May 25, 2026May 16, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Colorful colonial streets of Antigua, Guatemala with Spanish language school signage

Choosing a language school in Antigua, Guatemala? This guide covers top schools, costs, homestays, schedules, and how to get the most from your time there.

Categories Americas, Destinations

What to Eat in Oaxaca: Street Food Guide to the Best Markets

May 25, 2026May 13, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
What to Eat in Oaxaca: Street Food Guide to the Best Markets

Oaxaca street food: where to find tlayudas, memelas, tetelas, chapulines. Markets, comedores, mezcal bars. Specific dishes and exact locations.

Categories Americas, Destinations

Community based tourism examples that work

May 25, 2026May 11, 2026 by Elena Vasquez
Locals guiding tourists through a vibrant village market, sharing culture and traditions

Six community based tourism examples that actually deliver — specific villages, real costs, honest logistics from Laos to Peru to rural Kenya.

Categories Local Life, Culture & People
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