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Vietnam 2018 Solo Traveler Budget
I spent a lot more money in Vietnam than expected. Although many things were cheap, I was moving so much and doing so many activities that my expenses were higher than I predicted. I also decided to treat myself to private rooms a few times because…girl needs a break. I had my first private night for the first time in…
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October 2018 Budget
I didn’t go over budget this month! Cue the applause. I spent the first half of the month in Korea and the second half in Vietnam. Big Purchases Vietnam Visa Vietnam is one of the few countries where US citizens have to apply for a visa. This is an easy process and not that expensive. US passport privilege is real.…
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South Korea 2018 Solo Traveler Budget
Korea! I don’t think I have ever spent this much money on food in my life. Luckily for me, I was getting free accommodation most of the time. In Seoul I taught English in exchange for a bed. Included in this deal I was also able to eat rice, ramen, and kimchi for free! I “saved” a ton of money…
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September 2018 Budget
I spent a lot less money in September than I did in August. In September I had zero housing costs because I am currently volunteering in an English cafe in Seoul in exchange for housing. The house also comes with rice, ramen, and kimchi; so I have been spending less on groceries in general! Big Purchases Going out to eat…