Author Archives: Ariana Ostrow

About Ariana Ostrow

Ariana Ostrow began her career in travel writing in 2008 during hertime spent living abroad in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Editor of GoingAbroad.org.
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Holiday 2013: Berlin’s Hippest Spots

A little more than 20 years ago, Berlin was a city divided. Literally split in two by the Berlin Wall, half of the city was guarded by trip wires, vicious dogs and rifle-wielding marksmen. When the Wall came down, though,…

24 Hours in Vancouver, BC

You are standing downtown on a peninsula bordered by the English Bay and the Pacific Ocean to the west, False Creek to the south, and the Burrard Inlet to the north. You are surrounded by a multicultural population, excellent infrastructure,…

How Do You Move Money Cheaply and Safely Abroad

It’s one of the biggest headaches that expats and their loved ones face, as it isn’t just the upfront costs you have to worry about. It’s also crucial to find the best exchange rate that makes your money go further.

What is Europe’s Best Stag Do Destination?

It’s fair to say that it is impossible to pick an undisputed champion of stag destinations. Bring up the topic and no one is going to agree; everyone desperately championing their own experiences. However, there are a few that have…

Holidays in Paradise

So you fancy a holiday in paradise this year. And let’s face it, who wouldn’t? With those shimmering golden sands, crystal clear waters that sparkle under a cloudless blue sky, and the feeling of the sun’s warmth on your skin as you…

Visiting St. Martin On A Budget

Perched in the northeast Caribbean, the island of St. Martin is small tropical paradise that is divided between France and the Netherlands. French influence is seen in the northern part, while the southern section is referred to as “Sint Maarten”…