Czech Republic (Czechia)
I’ve always had an affinity for Czechia ever since my first visit to Prague 20 years ago. I was blown away by the beautiful architecture, bridges, and castles — and…
Month: April 2020
Cyprus
Cyprus is a gorgeous island with great history and a divided character. I went with a friend several years ago and we spent most of our time in the Greek…
Cuba
I visited Cuba in early 2017 and it was a very memorable and educational experience. I was very impressed by the island’s stunning natural beauty, as well as the vibrant…
Croatia
Croatia is a dazzling Balkan hotspot, which boasts more than its fair share of gorgeous coastline and beaches — not to mention its outstanding food and wine– and its complex…
Costa Rica
I went to Costa Rica in 2017 with my dad (Yakpacker Sr.) and we had an incredible experience! We stayed in San Jose and did a series of various day…
China
I went to China for a week in 2010 and hit up some key sites: Beijing, the Great Wall, and Xi’an. I aim to go back and explore more of…
Canada
Growing up in a suburb of Detroit, I would visit Canada every few months as a kid — and have continued visiting periodically every since. All of my trips have…
Cambodia
Cambodia is a fabulous destination in southeast Asia, which offers a combination of adventure, history, food, and nature. I visited in 2009, so conditions might’ve changed over the last decade…
