Julie Achi

Julie Achi

Japan Rail Pass: Complete Travel Guide

Picture this: you’re in Japan, that neon-drenched whirlwind of ancient temples and bullet trains slicing through misty mountains at 200 mph, and suddenly your wallet’s screaming from taxi fares and regional tickets. Enter the Japan Rail Pass—perhaps the single smartest…

What Travel Means and Why It Matters

I once met a guy in a Bangkok hostel who told me he’d been “traveling” for three years but had never left Southeast Asia. He looked at me like I was insane when I suggested maybe—just maybe—he was actually living…

How to Visit Antalya, Turkey on a Budget

Antalya, Turkey—a dazzling Mediterranean jewel, buffeted by ancient history and kissed by azure waves. You probably think this kind of place is reserved for those with deep pockets and luxury whims, right? Well, not so fast. Visiting Antalya on a…

20 Best Things to Do in Rome, Italy

Rome is the cliché of Europe that actually earns the cliché. It is the city that somehow feels like an outdoor museum, an espresso bar, and an existential question—simultaneously. People come here expecting marble and mythology, and, well, perhap it’s…

Essential India Travel Tips for First-Timers

India. Just saying the name probably conjures up a thousand images—crowded markets, golden temples, that Instagram-worthy chai in a clay cup. But here’s the thing: no amount of scrolling through Pinterest boards or watching YouTube vlogs fully prepares you for…