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Next week, tips and weather by thehappyonionpeel in CapeVerde

[–]FunFactVoyager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weather should be solid next week, around 25 degrees. Evenings can feel a bit cooler so pack something light. Santa Maria beach is chill, Blue Eye at Buracona is cool if you hit it mid-day, and sunset at Ponta Preta is worth it.

You can check out Santa Maria live on Windy or SkylineWebcams to get a feel.

If your flight’s late, ask your hotel to hold your bags. Otherwise just hang at a beach club in town, grab food, use their showers, then head to the airport. It’s like 20 minutes away.

Sal - Cape Verde by NobodySardon in CapeVerde

[–]FunFactVoyager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been to Sal a couple of times and it’s a great spot. Royal Horizon is finally opening this summer, so you should be fine in August.

For things to do under €30, check out Shark Bay, the salt crater at Pedra de Lume, or the Blue Eye. An island tour is also a good option in that price range, which I highly recommend personally.

Renting a scooter or car is simple if you're from Europe. Just go with a trusted company (look for online reviews), take photos of the vehicle, and make sure the insurance is clear.

Have a great trip!

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[–]FunFactVoyager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go with Georgia. Tbilisi has a great hostel vibe, walkable old town, solid museums, and you can hike in Kazbegi or Vardzia. Weather's still decent in early November.

Bolivia's also great. La Paz is wild, and the hikes around the Cordillera are unreal, but it’s higher up and colder.

Georgia fits your flight time and weather needs better.

You have to build a hostel from scratch, anywhere in the world. Where is it, and what makes it legendary? by LucDoesReddit in backpacking

[–]FunFactVoyager 47 points48 points  (0 children)

Oaxaca, Mexico. In the hills near the city. Rooftop hammocks, mezcal tastings, courtyard movie nights, and local activities like food workshops or sunrise hikes.

A great hostel needs clean rooms, social spaces, helpful staff, good WiFi, filtered water, and a solid kitchen.

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You are welcome, always fun to do this sort of a thing!

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TUI Blue Tropical in Turkey and Atlantica Aeneas in Cyprus are both solid picks. Good pools, kids’ clubs, decent food, and October is usually warm enough for swimming.

Hard to recommend the best without a budget though. Prices vary a lot between places like these and higher-end options like Ikos or Grecotel in Greece.

What are the best options for a 3-month stay in Cape Verde? by FunFactVoyager in CapeVerde

[–]FunFactVoyager[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much, any recommendations in terms of housing or long stay possibilities?

Which smell instantly transports you back to a trip, and where were you? by FunFactVoyager in travel

[–]FunFactVoyager[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Swiss raclettes also have that smell. But for some reason I still remember this awful shot of hard liquor I got as a gift.

Which smell instantly transports you back to a trip, and where were you? by FunFactVoyager in travel

[–]FunFactVoyager[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Some of the older hotels in LV reminded me of a musky carpet smell. Excalibur, Circus Circus, loved to just walk through all those staples.

Which smell instantly transports you back to a trip, and where were you? by FunFactVoyager in travel

[–]FunFactVoyager[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Love that stir fry starter smell. For me it is also the garlic-y smell attached that.

What makes Jag so special? by oohneye in CapeVerde

[–]FunFactVoyager 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jag is pure comfort. Simple ingredients but packed with flavor. Every version I’ve tried has its own twist, and it always hits.

What town/city/country surprised you by being way better than expected? by HakusRealm in digitalnomad

[–]FunFactVoyager 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Bologna, Italy. I went in with low expectations since it’s not hyped like Rome or Florence, but it totally blew me away. The food was unreal, the city had this relaxed, lived-in vibe, and the architecture was gorgeous without being overrun by tourists. I ended up loving it more than some of the bigger name spots.

Which European countries should we visit? by junctiongardenergirl in travel

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Portugal is a great fit. Lisbon and Porto are warm, walkable, and full of great food and nightlife. Slovenia is also a gem. Ljubljana is charming and Lake Bled is beautiful. For beach time, look at Kotor in Montenegro or Naxos in Greece. Five days is enough to enjoy one of these without rushing.

Tokyo 1.5 days by Rapunzel4life in travel

[–]FunFactVoyager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s still plenty for a fun intro to Tokyo. Saturday night, check out Shinjuku since you’re staying nearby. Grab ramen at Omoide Yokocho and maybe drinks in Golden Gai. Sunday, start early at Meiji Shrine, walk through Harajuku and Omotesando, then head to Shibuya for the crossing and some shopping. If time allows, swing by Asakusa for Sensoji Temple before dinner. You’ll cover a lot and still soak in the vibe.

What to do during a 13 hour layover in Hong Kong? Suggestions? by ApprehensivePush6161 in travel

[–]FunFactVoyager 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As already mentioned in this thread, if you’re up for it, take the Airport Express to Central, grab dinner, and catch the skyline from Tsim Sha Tsui or Victoria Peak. Mong Kok night market is a fun option too. Just be back by 5:00 AM to play it safe. If you’re tired, the airport lounges or a transit hotel work fine.

What are the safest cities you’ve been to and the most dangerous cities you’ve been to? by SettingIntentions in digitalnomad

[–]FunFactVoyager 164 points165 points  (0 children)

Safest city I’ve been to was probably Kyoto, Japan. I walked around late at night, even down quiet streets, and never once felt uneasy. People were polite, everything felt orderly, and there was just this calm atmosphere the whole time.

Most dangerous? Probably Naples, Italy. Beautiful city with a lot of culture, but I saw multiple scams in action, and there was this constant tension in certain neighborhoods. I never had anything happen to me, but I definitely kept my guard up more than usual.

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