Alex Berger – Page 44 – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingDecember 17, 2010January 20, 2019

Packing List for Argentina – 21 Day Backpacking and Hostel Trip

The following is my packing list for a 21 day backpacking trip through Argentina in December and early January. The video goes through each item I'll be taking and highlights how and why I decided to take it. This packing list is in preparation for a trip to Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, and …

BackpackingDecember 13, 2010

It’s Good to Have Friends

As you've probably noticed if you've been reading my Scandinavia trip posts, it was one heck of an adventure. One filled with great food, amazing natural scenery, beautiful cities, fantastic cultures, and wonderful pe…

BackpackingDecember 9, 2010March 9, 2011

No Humbug in Hamburg – A Day Spent Exploring!

My hostel in Hamburg was a massive sprawling multi-story building that was clean and bustling with travelers. The rooms were a nice mixture of built in bunks and free standing beds. Unfortunately, the place was poorly…

BackpackingDecember 7, 2010March 9, 2011

Goodbye Denmark, Hello Germany

My final day in Copenhagen was a brief one. After a fantastic night spent exploring the city's nightlife with Kevan and a few girls from the hostel I downed a hearty breakfast, showered, read for a while and then stru…

BackpackingNovember 22, 2010March 9, 2011

The Day I Fell In Love With Copenhagen

The day started off well. After an absolutely fantastic evening out on the town, during which my friend Kevan introduced me to Danish nightlife I rolled out of bed and headed to the common area. There I ate breakfast,…

BackpackingNovember 19, 2010March 9, 2011

Goodbye Norway, Hello Denmark!

Excited for the next leg of my adventure I woke up with a spring to my step. It was cold and rainy, but given my mood, I found it more invigorating than anything. I'd picked up a cheap youth ticket for 693 NOK (about $110 at the time) via the regional budget airline Wideroe. While I had initial…

BackpackingNovember 18, 2010March 9, 2011

Bergen, A Scenic Seafood Picnic and Local Fjords

Still a bit giddy (silly but true) after the previous day's spectacular adventure on the Flam Railway and through the Nærøyfjord I opted to spend my final day in Bergen and the nearby fjords. After a relatively late st…

BackpackingNovember 9, 2010March 9, 2011

Norway’s Pristine Fjords, Waterfalls and Mountains

While the city of Bergen is a significant draw with its rich history, beautiful architecture and delicious seafood the real reason people head to the region is the fjords. The western coast of Norway is an incredible …

Tips & TricksOctober 20, 2010October 20, 2010

Your Facebook “Live” Newsfeed is Only Showing 250 Friend’s Updates. Here’s how to fix it.

If you're a moderately active Facebook user and have over 250 friends you may have noticed that the "Most Recent" newsfeed seems to omit things. For my part, it's a conversation I've had a number of different times wi…

BackpackingOctober 20, 2010March 14, 2012

Frequent Flyer Credit Card Whoes

**UPDATE** - While still frustrated by the experience I had, I recently decided to give FF programs another go. While I have continued to face frustrations with the process, booking and usage of my points, there is va…