Travel.
I've had some amazing opportunities that have brought me to many different places in the world. In many cases, I've stayed in hostels, or with someone I know. I seek out the most authentic exposure to what life is actually like in any place. I talk to people about their lives. Not only is this incredibly fulfilling and informative, it also tends to be much more affordable!
Where I've been in the world:
Where I've been in the United States:
Stay.
Vacation Rentals
Vacation rentals are my preferred accommodation method when I'm traveling. I'm partial to Airbnb because I think the user experience on their platform is second to none. I'm aware of some of the criticisms of the vacation rental industry, however I will continue to support hosts that utilize the service in its intended form. I believe when used correctly, vacation rentals provide mutual benefit to guests, hosts and their communities. Check out some of the Airbnbs I've stayed in below. I highly recommend all of them for your next trip!
Hostels
Aside from vacation rentals, I've also really enjoyed my experiences in hostels. I've stayed in hostels in a handful of places all over the world. If you're open to it, I highly recommend staying at a hostel the next chance you get. Here are some of the hostels I've been to: