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What do you think? Is San Francisco the greatest city in the world? I have heard numerous arguments in favor of crowning the Bay City as one of the best in the world.  Well, at least the best in the United States.  Some say the city offers everything; great food, interesting architecture, eclectic residents, great location close to the water, fantastic nearby natural attractions and fashionable public transportation (cable and street cars). What is my opinion?  I don’t know if there is a sophisticated way to put it into words.  Ok, let me say it like this; San Francisco is the bomb!!! Now, that was easy. My first date with the city took place during the last week of 2011.  It wasn’t love at first sight.  I was too scared when crossing the bay bridge totally covered in fog (for those of you who don’t know, you have to cross the bay bridge when trying to reach San Francisco from Oakland, by the way, I get nervous when hanging around tall structures).  But as the days passed, San Franc...

Share or save this post Pinterest Twitter Facebook Austin is a city on the rise. It has a fantastic live music scene, incredible food, and a hip and funky vibe. In short, Austin is absolutely one of America’s best-kept travel secrets. But Austin is also a massive and sprawling city and knowing where to stay is super important. That’s why we wrote this no-street guide for where to stay in Austin. The Broke Backpacker’s Guide for places to stay in Austin was written with one purpose – to help YOU navigate the different neighborhoods and districts in this bustling city! So whether you’re looking to party all night long, indulge in amazing tacos, or find the best deals ...

Reading Time: 6 minutes Calling all freaks! Key West’s Fantasy Fest, a cross between Mardi Gras and Burning Man , welcomes 60,000 of the most liberal fun lovers every year. A ten day festival situated at the Southernmost Point of the Continental U.S.A., Fantasy Fest is famous for sunshine, body paint, and Halloween shenanigans. Here are some things to know for your next visit! I’m playing dead at Fantasy Fest. Matt Karsten @ExpertVagabond What is there to do at Fantasy Fest? “Everything” may be an appropriate answer. Parades March in or view the Halloween parades and bike rides. Each group of partygoers takes the Fest’s annual theme and twists it to individual tastes. The 2015 theme,  All Hallows InterGalactic Freak Show  inspired space-cowboys, “Star-Trek,” Space Mountain , and a mix of Martians all in various states of dress and undress.   1 of 7,000 costumed riders at Key West’s annual Fantasy Fest. Rob O’Neal...