Peace Joy Austin

21/11/2020

What's your favorite state in the Midwest?

Since I spent this fall thoroughly exploring all of the Midwestern states except Ohio (just a quick stop in Cincinnati), I have lots of opinions and am excited to present this list. (Those who know…

18/08/2019

I visited a feminist org in Asunción and learned a lot of shocking (and tragic) info about women in Paraguay

I’m attempting to meet with marketers, q***r activists, and feminist activists in every country I visit and I luckily was able to get in touch with a feminist organization in Asunción which a…

01/03/2018

Have you heard of Great Basin National Park?

This remote park hosts the state's only glacier and bristleone pines that date back to BC times! Learn more: http://bit.ly/2i8yGig

28/02/2018

Read my from my day exploring Bangkok's Chinatown and checking out gay Bangkok

Blog: free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, eat, and drink in Bangkok

28/02/2018

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Free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, eat, and drink in Boston

27/02/2018

Lost Lake is a gorgeous that takes you by a waterfall. How to go:

★★★★ 3.6 miles round trip (out & back) Elevation gain: 777 feet 2-3 hours Easy to moderately strenuous Rapids, a waterfall, & an alpine lake Distance from Denver: 1 hour 15 minutes Directio…

27/02/2018

See my favorite free and cheap , including an amazing vegan cafe and a goofy unicorn bar: //buff.ly/2whtCkB

26/02/2018

Here's tons of ideas for free things to do in LA

Free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, and eat in LA

26/02/2018

Check out my overview of the best areas to visit in Switzerland. Spoiler alert: They're all BEAUTIFUL.

Free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, eat, and drink in Switzerland

25/02/2018

IMHO Arches is the most underrated ! Its rock formations are out of this world: buff.ly/2xAW4OR

24/02/2018

: Come prepared with snacks! You can skip breakfast or lunch and save money. Click for more budget travel tips.

Tips for saving money on travel: how to buy cheap flights, stay in cheap hotels, and find cheap food while traveling

23/02/2018

Black Lake is one of the most epic hikes at Rocky Mountain National Park and it's gorgeous in the winter!

★★★★★ 9.6 mile loop (flexible) Elevation gain: 1,390 feet 3-4 hours Easy to moderately strenuous 2 lakes & 2 waterfalls! Distance from Denver: 2 hours Directions: Parking: Free (but $20 park en…

23/02/2018

Sequoia and Kings Canyon have the largest tree and the deepest canyon in the world! Click to plan your visit.

The best hikes and things to do in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. Information on lodging, camping, and eating in the parks.

22/02/2018

The party never stops in New Orleans - read my tips on the best free and cheap things to do

Free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, eat, and drink in New Orleans

22/02/2018

A drive on the Oregon Coast is peaceful and gorgeous! Read my detailed guide on what to see and do

The best hikes and drives on the Oregon Coast. Information on lodging, camping, and eating in the region.

21/02/2018

Read my from testing the limits of being a budget traveler in the world's most expensive city: Zurich

Blog: Switzerland solo trip, free and cheap things to do in Zurich

21/02/2018

Read my from driving the Mohawk Trail, a scenic drive just 2 hours from Boston.

Blog: New England fall foliage road trip on the Mohawk Trail and in Burlington

20/02/2018

Great Sand Dunes is the tallest set of dunes on the continent just 3 hours from Denver. Read about sledding and hiking them: http://bit.ly/2kXDJGG

20/02/2018

Santa Fe and Taos are beautiful towns in New Mexico. Read how you can experience their great art, architecture, and food.

Free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, eat, and drink in Santa Fe and Taos

19/02/2018

Chiang Mai has over 300 temples within city limits! Why you should visit this lovely part of Thailand: https://buff.ly/2fjxoDy

19/02/2018

Orange County has lots of free and cheap things to do! Here's some ideas: https://buff.ly/2hjI8yK

18/02/2018

White Ranch near Golden, Colorado, has over 20 miles of hiking trails! Here's my guide to the best loop hike.

★★ 4.5 mile loop (flexible) Elevation gain: 1,017 feet 1.5-2 hours Easy to moderately strenuous Open meadows and views of greater Denver Distance from Denver: 45 minutes Directions: Parking: Free T…

17/02/2018

The Cascade Lakes just outside of Bend, Oregon, are a lovely place for a scenic drive or hike: https://buff.ly/2jFUDsP

16/02/2018

Check out some of my favorite bars in Chicago to add to your list

Free, cheap, and local-endorsed things to see, do, eat, and drink in Chicago

16/02/2018

Here's my tips for the best hikes in Yosemite

The best hikes and things to do in Yosemite National Park. Information on lodging, camping, and eating in the park.

15/02/2018

Read my blog from my day exploring Bern, Switzerland's capital city which is surrounded by a river on 3 sides

Blog: Switzerland solo trip, free and cheap things to do in Bern

15/02/2018

Alderfer/Three Sisters is a beautiful hike only 40 minutes from Denver

★★★ 7 mile loop (flexible) Elevation gain: 1,318 feet 2-3 hours Easy/moderately strenuous Meadows, pine forest, rock formations, views of Evergreen Distance from Denver: 40 minutes Directions: Park…

14/02/2018

You can't visit Switzerland without seeing the Swiss Alps and Interlaken is the best jumping off point to do so: http://bit.ly/2yS28Uy

14/02/2018

Read my from a road trip through Vermont seeing the Ben & Jerry’s Factory and cute towns!

Blog: New England fall foliage road trip in Vermont and Dartmouth

13/02/2018

Looking for new LA cheap eats? Here's a few suggestions from Santa Monica to SGV: https://buff.ly/2fuPGP8