Julie Achi

Julie Achi

10 Best Things To Do In Cancun

Cancun. That electric strip of turquoise temptation where the Caribbean crashes into over-the-top excess, and you’re left wondering if paradise is just a polite word for “let’s get weird.” I mean, come on—it’s Mexico’s crown jewel for sun-soaked escapism, yet…

Solo Female Travel: Stop the Safety Stereotypes

Here’s the thing about being a woman who travels alone—everyone suddenly becomes your unofficial safety advisor. Your aunt forwards you articles about petty theft in Paris. Your coworker tells you about their friend’s cousin who “had a bad experience” somewhere…

A Guide On The Best Neighborhoods to Stay in Athens

Athens. The city that birthed democracy, yet somehow still debates whether souvlaki counts as a vegetable—perhaps it does, in its own greasy glory. If you’re plotting your Greek odyssey, nailing the best neighborhoods to stay in Athens isn’t optional; it’s…

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…