Where You Withdraw Cash Abroad Matters More Than You Think
Airport ATMs charge $10 because you're desperate. Tourist district machines profit from currency confusion. Residential branches charge nothing. Here's where to actually withdraw your cash abroad.
What Hostel Kitchen Spice Shelves Tell You About Backpacker Culture
Hostel spice shelves reveal unspoken backpacker codes. From Australian free-for-alls to European territory markers, here's how to read the communal kitchen and avoid cultural missteps.
What Hostel Kitchen Labels Reveal About Backpacker Culture Worldwide
Hostel kitchen labels vary wildly by region, from cheerful first-name tape in Australia to padlocked bins in South America. Here's what those systems reveal about local backpacker culture and how to protect your groceries.