https://bkpk.me Piggy-back ride with A&Z Sun, 26 Jun 2022 18:39:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 https://bkpk.me/sustainable-drinking-water-sawyer-mini-filter-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sustainable-drinking-water-sawyer-mini-filter-review https://bkpk.me/sustainable-drinking-water-sawyer-mini-filter-review/#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2015 21:24:05 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=13826
I watch a lot of TED talks online. As a traveler, one of the presentations that caught my attention the most a while ago, was one explaining “how to make filthy water drinkable“. Michael Pritchard, the engineer behind the Lifesaver filter, explained how his creation could be used to purify ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/sustainable-drinking-water-sawyer-mini-filter-review/feed/ 13 https://bkpk.me/unusual-fun-stuff-to-keep-you-entertained-in-lisbon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unusual-fun-stuff-to-keep-you-entertained-in-lisbon https://bkpk.me/unusual-fun-stuff-to-keep-you-entertained-in-lisbon/#comments Thu, 05 Mar 2015 21:22:49 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=15131
What is the recipe for a great vacation in Lisbon? It certainly depends on individual taste. But, if you ask me, such a trip involves a lot of wandering, great cuisine, a certain dose of adventure and all of that without being too harsh on the pocket. Thankfully, there are ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/unusual-fun-stuff-to-keep-you-entertained-in-lisbon/feed/ 6 https://bkpk.me/24-hours-in-lisbon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=24-hours-in-lisbon https://bkpk.me/24-hours-in-lisbon/#comments Sat, 14 Feb 2015 22:53:59 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14967
If you only had 24 hours to visit the capital of Portugal, my first tip would be to rearrange your schedule. You should allow yourself to visit Lisbon for a number of days that both the city and you deserve! 

But if you’re just passing by or staying longer is ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/24-hours-in-lisbon/feed/ 23 https://bkpk.me/living-in-hawaii-volcano-treehouse-the-coolest-house-on-earth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=living-in-hawaii-volcano-treehouse-the-coolest-house-on-earth https://bkpk.me/living-in-hawaii-volcano-treehouse-the-coolest-house-on-earth/#comments Sat, 31 Jan 2015 14:18:36 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14793
This is the most extraordinary place we have ever stayed at. You’d think you might have to “rough it up” a little to spend the night in a tree house, but this was not the case…   Skye, the artist behind this tree-house near Volcanoes National Park, in Hawaii, is ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/living-in-hawaii-volcano-treehouse-the-coolest-house-on-earth/feed/ 24 https://bkpk.me/hale-kai-hawaii-a-homey-bb-in-hilo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hale-kai-hawaii-a-homey-bb-in-hilo https://bkpk.me/hale-kai-hawaii-a-homey-bb-in-hilo/#comments Fri, 16 Jan 2015 13:27:50 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14751
Once upon a time, Ricardo and Maria, a geologist and an artist based in California, decided to change their lives and move to Hawaii. There, they created a home which they eventually opened up to visitors. And thus the Bed & Breakfast Hale Kai Hawaii was born.   When someone ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/hale-kai-hawaii-a-homey-bb-in-hilo/feed/ 10 https://bkpk.me/low-cost-tips-for-traveling-in-lisbon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=low-cost-tips-for-traveling-in-lisbon https://bkpk.me/low-cost-tips-for-traveling-in-lisbon/#comments Sat, 10 Jan 2015 14:22:04 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14573
Some cities are hard to visit if you’re on a budget. The good news is Lisbon is not one of them. Following some quick tips, you’ll see how far a few euros can take you in the “city of the seven hills.”   Sleep Tight There is no shortage of ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/low-cost-tips-for-traveling-in-lisbon/feed/ 32 https://bkpk.me/in-maui-trying-stand-up-paddle-for-the-first-time/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=in-maui-trying-stand-up-paddle-for-the-first-time https://bkpk.me/in-maui-trying-stand-up-paddle-for-the-first-time/#comments Thu, 18 Dec 2014 17:42:25 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14501
On a recent trip to Maui, Hawaii, we decided to try stand-up paddle for the first time. We wanted to do some water related activities but, at the same time, go for something new. We came across Makena Paddle Tours and decided to have them organize one of the most ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/in-maui-trying-stand-up-paddle-for-the-first-time/feed/ 4 https://bkpk.me/a-room-with-a-view-in-lisbon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-room-with-a-view-in-lisbon https://bkpk.me/a-room-with-a-view-in-lisbon/#comments Wed, 17 Dec 2014 14:20:26 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14538
Charming and extremely picturesque, Lisbon is one of those cities you just want to get lost in. Movies, poems, and stories inspired by Portugal’s capital are proof of the charms of this city. Plan fun activities in Lisbon, but be sure to set aside some days when do you not ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/a-room-with-a-view-in-lisbon/feed/ 4 https://bkpk.me/most-popular-instagram-travel-photos-of-2014/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=most-popular-instagram-travel-photos-of-2014 https://bkpk.me/most-popular-instagram-travel-photos-of-2014/#comments Mon, 15 Dec 2014 07:52:48 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14358
We love sharing our travel stories with you! But we don’t always have a chance to do so in real time, as we keep on moving around different countries. That’s why we’re on Instagram, so that we can share little happy moments in real time, in the form of photographs. ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/most-popular-instagram-travel-photos-of-2014/feed/ 6 https://bkpk.me/mexico-city-on-a-budget/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mexico-city-on-a-budget https://bkpk.me/mexico-city-on-a-budget/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2014 11:06:22 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14326
Big, lively and full of life: the capital of Mexico is an exciting and delicious place to visit. Here is how to explore it without breaking the bank.   Accommodation There are plenty of choices when it comes to accommodation in Mexico City and budget options abound. You can find ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/mexico-city-on-a-budget/feed/ 10 https://bkpk.me/awesome-things-to-do-in-mexico-city-for-under-usd10-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=awesome-things-to-do-in-mexico-city-for-under-usd10-2 https://bkpk.me/awesome-things-to-do-in-mexico-city-for-under-usd10-2/#comments Sun, 30 Nov 2014 16:31:56 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14518
Whether you are a culture vulture, sports enthusiast, an amateur anthropologist, or simply a lover of wandering walks, Mexico City has something for you. Beyond the more famous attractions of the Centro Historico, the options just keep growing.   Get Cultured at the Museums The museums in Mexico City definitely ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/awesome-things-to-do-in-mexico-city-for-under-usd10-2/feed/ 3 https://bkpk.me/sleeping-in-mexico-city-on-a-budget/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sleeping-in-mexico-city-on-a-budget https://bkpk.me/sleeping-in-mexico-city-on-a-budget/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2014 16:33:36 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14328
Mexico city is a great travel destination. Huge with a variety of activities, it has pretty much anything a capital city could offer to citizens and visitors alike. Budget travelers won’t have a hard time getting around the city. Having a reduced budget here doesn’t mean having any less fun. ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/sleeping-in-mexico-city-on-a-budget/feed/ 4 https://bkpk.me/top-3-eco-friendly-hotels-in-playa-del-carmen/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=top-3-eco-friendly-hotels-in-playa-del-carmen https://bkpk.me/top-3-eco-friendly-hotels-in-playa-del-carmen/#comments Mon, 03 Nov 2014 16:16:34 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14331
The ease of transportation and international number of travelers increases exponentially every year. No wonder serious questions are being raised regarding the impact travelers can have on the environment. People travel to Playa del Carmen for its natural appeal, for the beauty of its Caribbean beaches, and for the renowned ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/top-3-eco-friendly-hotels-in-playa-del-carmen/feed/ 2 https://bkpk.me/in-playa-del-carmen-alternative-things-to-do-beyond-the-beach/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=in-playa-del-carmen-alternative-things-to-do-beyond-the-beach https://bkpk.me/in-playa-del-carmen-alternative-things-to-do-beyond-the-beach/#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2014 06:34:58 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=14461
When a destination is touristic, it is hard to get off the beaten path. Heading somewhere alternative is not about being cool or bragging that you’ve done something different. It is about stepping away from the obvious, doing something that relates to the essence of the place, and ultimately, enriches ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/in-playa-del-carmen-alternative-things-to-do-beyond-the-beach/feed/ 0 https://bkpk.me/the-payne-mansion-hotel-indulgence-in-san-francisco/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-payne-mansion-hotel-indulgence-in-san-francisco https://bkpk.me/the-payne-mansion-hotel-indulgence-in-san-francisco/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2014 18:53:54 +0000 Zara http://bkpk.me/?p=13908
After more than 24 hours flying across continents, arriving to a beautiful comfortable hotel is a treat. But if you’re welcomed by a smiley person and French macarons at reception, then it’s even better! This is how we reached The Payne Mansion in San Francisco’s Sutter Street. A stunning building ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/the-payne-mansion-hotel-indulgence-in-san-francisco/feed/ 7