You know those stories of minimalists quitting their jobs, selling their homes and living with just their backpacks? Well, that’s not us, though we are big fans of minimalism and try to pack our travel bags in a minimalist way. Packing like a minimalist for your upcoming
Maartje's enthusiasm and curiosity knows no bounds. She loves museums, nature, food, walking, architecture, history, animals. Writing and photography is a big passion and she has been writing about cooking, minimalism, food, hotspots and travel for many years. Above all, she has a special place in her heart for castles, royal jewels and ancient Egypt. Maartje gave up her job as a lawyer to bring more balance to her life: less work and more life. Besides to The Orange Backpack, she works as a legal entrepreneur.
Floating in the Dead Sea, beautiful hikes at mountain areas, the road trip of your life and age-old monuments … If you have booked a trip to Jordan, you will for sure have a special trip ahead of you. But first the preparation! These are the things
No matter how well you look after your travel budget and how smart you are with all possible budget tips, traveling usually costs a lot of money. You can earn that money in your job before and after your trip. But how much better is it if
The most used site for hotel bookings is for sure Booking.com. A large part of your travel costs will therefore probably end up with this provider. Let’s look into some smart ways to get a discount on Booking.com. Read more: looking for some incredible places to stay?
One of the biggest attractions of Namibia is the Etosha National Park. For many travelers, it is even the main reason to visit the country. It’s different from other national parks in Africa, as you don’t need a guide but can visit the park on a self-drive
The colorful Cartagena de Indias is a popular tourist destination and therefore a lot more expensive than the rest of the country. But there are plenty of options to visit the beautiful city of Cartagena on a budget! Cartagena on a budget: 6 budget-friendly travel tips #1
In the north of Colombia lies the mountain town of Minca in the jungle. It is as if entering another world! Minca is not far away from the warm beaches and tropical heat of towns such as Santa Martha and Palomino, but both the climate and nature
Hello, Buenos Aires! is what Madonna sings in the famous film about the Argentinian first lady Evita when she enters Buenos Aires for the first time. The bustling city that the character of Madonna is looking for in the film is also what many travelers find in
We have a weak spot for book stores in beautiful buildings. Books are much better appreciated in the magical atmosphere of a historic and monumental building. Scattered around the world, numerous historic and monumental places have been converted into bookshops. Great shops to visit when traveling! 5x
After seeing the impressive skyline, visiting the Markthal and making a day trip to the windmills of Kinderdijk, it’s time to explore the city off the beaten track. These are our tips! #1 A tour of the Van Nelle factory The former Van Nelle factory is a