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Female traveller smiling in front of temple in Hampi, India

7 Wonderful Things to Do in Hampi, India (2025)

Planning a trip to Hampi? This travel guide covers 7 wonderful things to do in Hampi that you won’t want

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Jules, a female solo traveller standing in front of Red Mosque in Kandahar, Afghanistan

Afghanistan Without a Tour: 2025 Travel Guide

An independent guide to travel to Afghanistan without a tour based on my personal experience travelling through the country in

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14 Free Things To Do in Oaxaca City

After staying in Oaxaca for a month, I figured out the best budget things to do in the city—let's get

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8 Best Cafes and Coffee Shops in Pai, Thailand

A guide to the best coffee shops and cafes you have to visit in Pai, Thailand - best cafes to

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Lucha libre poster in Oaxaca, Mexico

Ultimate Guide to Lucha Libre in Oaxaca, Mexico

Ever wondered how to Mexico's version of WWE but with crazier and wilder chacters? Welcome to Lucha Libre. This is

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Mirador las Tortugas at sunset in Puerto Escondido.

11 Best Things To Do Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca

Heading to the Oaxacan coast? Here are the best things to do in the dreamy surfer town of Puerto Escondido.

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The Best Day Trips From Puerto Escondido, Mexico

So you’ve found yourself in Puerto Escondido and fancy exploring more of the Oaxaca coast? Lucky you! This guide on

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Entrance of Wat Pa Tam Wua Thailand

Wat Pa Tam Wua: Buddhist Monastery Guide

Want to do a Vipasanna or silent retreat in Thailand? You've got to go to Wat Pa Tam Forest Monestery.

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Monks standing on side of road on way to Pai

The Best Route from Chiang Mai to Pai By Scooter

A guide on the best way to travel from Chiang Mai to Pai is by scooter. This blog covers the

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Hiking Pai Canyon

The 5 Best Hikes in Pai, Northern Thailand

This guide covers the 5 best hikes in Pai, Thailand including Mae Yen Waterfall, Hua Chang Waterfall, Pai Canyon Hike,

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Temazcal in San Cristóbal de las Casas

A Guide to Experience Authentic Temazcal in San Cristóbal, Mexico

Visiting San Cristóbal de las Casas in Mexico and looking to experience a traditional temazcal? This short guide recommends an

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La Milpa, one of the best cheap eat restaurants in San Cristóbal de las Casas.

Cheap Eats in San Cristóbal de las Casas, Mexico

The food scene in San Cristóbal de las Casas is majorly underrated, I'd say it even gives Oaxaca a run

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San Cristobal de las Casas Neighbourhood

Best Neighbourhood in San Cristóbal de Las Casas?

A guide on the best neighbourhoods to stay in San Cristobal de Las Casas: one of the most affordable destinations

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san cristobal cafe

The Best Cafes in San Cristóbal De Las Casas

A list of the 6 best cafes in San Cristóbal de Las Casas, Mexico where you can drink a coffee

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Coca Cola truck in streets of San Cristóbal de las Casas

Is San Cristóbal de las Casas Safe? Tap Water Warning

How unsafe is the water in San Cristobal de Las Casas? This post covers the water contamination in San Cristóbal

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Two people smiling on top of Don Lauro mountain at sunrise.

Guide to Epic Sunrise Hike, San Cristobal de las Casas

A short guide to hiking up El Mirador Don Lauro for sunrise in San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico.

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Georgia flag flying on mountain Mestia Ushguli

Mestia to Ushguli Hike | Everything You Need to Know

Everything you need to know before hiking from Mestia to Ushguli. All the important questions answered: luggage storage, taxis, food,

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Tbilisi on a Budget: 11 Top Things to Do (2025)

Discover the best of Georgia’s quirky capital without breaking the bank. From comedy nights to the best viewpoints, this guide

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Jules from Real Talk Travel smiling on Mestia to Ushguli trek, Georgia

Mestia to Ushguli Hike Cost Breakdown

The Mestia to Ushguli trek in Georgia’s Svaneti region is one of the country’s most popular multi-day hikes. This guide

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The dining cart on the Guney Kurtalan Express

Eastern Turkey Train: 24 Hours on the Güney Kurtalan Express

Want a real "off-the-beaten" adventure in Eastern Turkey? This post covers everything you need to know about the Güney Kurtalan

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Jules from Real Talk Travel eating breakfast in Istanbul

The Best Turkish Breakfast Spots of Istanbul

A guide to the best Turkish traditional breakfast spots of Istanbul, budget, cheap to mid-range to unlimited and expensive.

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What to Do in Plovdiv, Bulgaria (Travel Guide)

A short travel guide on what to do in Plovdiv, covering everything from how to spend your time in this

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San Cristóbal markets

10 Free Things to Do in San Cristóbal de Las Casas (2025)

Planning a budget-friendly trip to San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas? This short guide includes 10 of my top free

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Taliban Flag at Sher Khan Bandar Border, Afghanistan

Sher Khan Bandar Border Crossing Guide (2025)

A guide based on a personal experience about everything you need to know to confidently cross the Sher Khan Bandar

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Two pilgrims in front of Santiago de Compestela sign after finishing the Camino de Frances route.

Walking Camino Francés First-Timer Tips

Everything I wish I knew before walking the Camino Francés, Camino de Santiago! Advice and tips from a pilgrim who

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Jules from Real Talk Travel smiling on Camino Norte

How to Budget on the Camino de Santiago?

Here is how you can walk the Camino de Santiago on 20 EUR a day, money-saving tips, municipal and donativo

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Female solo traveller in Kabul

Guide to Kabul, Afghanistan (2025)

A travel guide to Kabul, Afghanistan | what to do, safe hotels, what food to try, tips for staying safe

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Monkey Anjanadri Hill Hampi

How to Get From Hospet to Hampi By Bus and Tuk Tuk (2025)

This short guide covers all the information you need to get from Hospet to North and South Hampi by bus

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Fishermen fishing at dawn on Munroe Island

A Backpacker’s Guide To Munroe Island: Authentic Backwaters

Munroe Island – an unexpected bliss amid the chaos that is India. It’s a destination easily bypassed by travellers intent

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Om Beach Gokarna, best place to visit

Gokarna: A Guide to Karnataka’s Best Beach Town

This honest guide to Gokarna, Karnataka in India covers the best things to do, how to reach Gokarna, where to

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Cow walking on Palolem beach in South India

The Ultimate One-Month South India Guide

This one-month South India itinerary is designed with the independent traveller in mind. Get ready to embrace India's local trains

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Fishermen carrying fishing nets in Varkala, India

The Ultimate Two Weeks in Kerala Itinerary

A two-week Kerala itinerary - Fort Kochi, Munnar, Thekkady, Alleppey, Munroe Island, Varkala - where to stay, what to do,

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Female solo traveller in Bamyan, Afghanistan

Is it Safe to Travel to Afghanistan?

A concise guide by a female traveller on the safety of travelling in Afghanistan. Includes practical safety tips from personal

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KSRTC public bus from Kochi to Munnar

How to Get From Kochi to Munnar by Public Bus for €1.60 (KSRTC)

Trying to figure out the cheapest and best way to get from the coast of Kerala to the famous hill

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Women picking tea working in field Coonoor, Tamil Nadu

7 Wonderful Things to Do in Coonoor, India

Nestled in the Nilgiri Hills in Tamil Nadu, Coonoor is what I expected Munnar to be – charming, tranquil, and

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