Howdy! I’m Joey, a writer who’s traveled to more than 35 countries. I’ve always been drawn to the more unusual, offbeat, and quirky elements of the places I visit.
Wacky Travel is your guide to experiencing those unique moments. If this is your first time here, feel free to browse the posts below or click on the search bar to look for a particular location.
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Traveling the world and seeing new sights is a delightful time, but do you ever find yourself at a loss for words? Maybe the destination in front of you is so impressive, you can’t help but marvel at it. Or perhaps you’re just too tired from climbing up a mountain or hill. Luckily, we’ve got travel puns for days—punny phrases about travel that might...
Visiting Europe at any time of year is a lovely occasion, but visiting around Christmastime is especially incredible. There are all kinds of Christmas markets across the continent, each with their own unique features and charms. One of the more underrated ones is the Bratislava Christmas market in Slovakia, which includes Vianočný les, a Christmas forest. What makes...
One of the best things to do in Bratislava is walk around the Old Town. If you’re there during Christmas, the area gets transformed into a bustling Christmas market with the coolest collection of Christmas trees. No matter what time of year you’re in Bratislava, though, a visit isn’t complete without saying hello to Schöner Náci. The Schöner Náci...
Whenever I visit a new place, I always like to look at short train trips near me. There’s plenty to explore in the city I’m in, of course, but it’s so fun to take a day trip and experience a different environment. In Europe, there are a handful of train lines to take. In the United States, many passenger trains fall under Amtrak. These trains go...
Zip codes are a fairly regular part of life for U.S. citizens. If you’re placing an order with a credit card, you need to include your zip code. Sending a letter or a package? You better have the recipient’s zip code for the shipping label (or handwritten address for my purists). In most cases, that zip code refers to a certain area of land. But one spot...
Planning an international trip can be as exciting as it is daunting, so Wacky Travel has gathered twelve seasoned travelers to share their personal must-dos. From creating a “Departure Day Envelope” to organizing with packing cubes, dive into a world of travel wisdom that spans meticulous planning to embracing local norms. Create a “Departure Day Envelope” Implement...
