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The Best Of The Barefoot Nomad for 2013

Like the experienced procrastinators we are, Charles and I have just gotten around to looking back on 2013.

This site has grown a lot in the past year, and we have to thank you so much for reading and sticking with us. You’re what makes this site so much fun.

Since we’ve seen so many new readers this year, we thought it would be a great idea to highlight some of our favorite articles to give you a chance to catch up on posts you might have missed.

Aonang Phu Petra Resort

Eight of the World’s Most Romantic Budget Hotels and Hostels

When you think of a romantic hotel, what are the first images that come to mind? For most people, romantic hotels are private villas overlooking the ocean or luxury boutique hotels. While these places are great, most of them have one huge disadvantage: a huge price tag. The truth is, you don’t need to pay a fortune to find a romantic place to stay

Wildlife Conservation Volunteer in Madagascar by Frontier Official on Flickr

How To Travel For Free And Save The World: Crowdfunding

While traveling the world and visiting distant lands is a dream many of us have, it can feel completely unobtainable at times. Usually, the biggest stumbling block is money, or rather,  the lack of it. That’s where crowdfunding comes in. But why would a random stranger want to donate money towards your dream holiday of relaxing on the beach in a tropical paradise? Well, they probably wouldn’t. However, if you’re planning to do some genuine good for others on your trip, you just may be able to use crowdfunding to help fund your travels. Here are some ideas to get you started.