The Best Way to Book Bus Travel Around the World

I’ve had a wide range of bus trips during my many travels. I’ve traveled on extremely comfortable buses across Asia with beds aboard and I’ve taken luxurious first-class buses throughout Colombia and South America. On the other hand, I’ve also taken my fair share of horrible bus rides complete with cockroaches, chickens, smelly sweat, and mechanical breakdowns. If you plan on backpacking or visiting remote locations, long-distance buses are probably the main mode of transportation that you’ll be using. Some bus trips will likely become what some call “a trip from hell” while some bus trips will be simply amazing, with beds and individual TVs. While most bus trips are easy to book from within the country, there are some websites to help you get started, depending on where you are.  [Read more…] about How to Travel the World by Bus