The Rocky Safari / Your journey starts hereEst. 2013
A little curiosity can take you a long way.
The world is big.
Start somewhere.
You don’t need to have it all figured out.
Just a place you dream about — and the courage to go.
Just a place you dream about — and the courage to go.
Solo travel. Real stories. Wild encounters. Scroll to explore
Your guide to the unexpectedLet’s go somewhere.
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The Travel Field Guide is here.
Sixty-four pages and twelve fillable worksheets for your first independent journey — plan with confidence, travel with curiosity.
Before we go anywhere
Not just places.
A different way of seeing.
I’m Rocky Trifari, a solo traveler with an insatiable thirst for adventure, an appetite for trying all kinds of food, an adoration for animals, and an incurable case of wanderlust. I created The Rocky Safari to help others explore their dream destinations and connect with nature, all while embracing long-term travel.
I believe that travel is a deeply personal journey, and there’s no right or wrong way to experience it. Let’s embark on new adventures together and see where this journey through life takes us! 🌍
My story Choose your path
Seven legs.
Start with the one you need.
Leg 01 Get Inspired Where do you dream of going? Photos and stories to ignite your wanderlust. Jump to leg ↓︎ Leg 02 Responsible Travel Cultural preservation, wildlife conservation and a smaller footprint — on a budget. Jump to leg ↓︎ Leg 03 Planning Your Trip Visas, currency, flights and hotels laid out step by step. Jump to leg ↓︎ Leg 04 Travel Gear Backpacks, cameras and gadgets I actually use — honest opinions only. Jump to leg ↓︎ Leg 05 Long-Term Travel Months or years away: finances, staying connected, and the fears nobody mentions. Jump to leg ↓︎ Leg 06 Travel Guides + Tips Itineraries and hacks learned the hard way, so you don’t have to. Jump to leg ↓︎ Leg 07 Get Paid to Travel How a travel blog opened doors — and how to start yours. Jump to leg ↓︎
Leg 01Get Inspired
Where do you dream
of traveling?
My wanderlust is never-ending. I find my travel inspiration through breathtaking photos and captivating stories. I also love sharing them! Explore some of my top articles and allow me to ignite your wanderlust. 🚀✨
Where in the world
Can you guess
the country?
Hover or tap a clue to reveal it — then explore every post from that corner of the map.
🗣️I taught English while in this country for one yearSpain 🇪🇸 🧀I loved learning about this country’s cultureThe Netherlands 🇳🇱 🥡This country has my favorite foodChina 🇨🇳 😊This country is where I met the friendliest peopleAruba 🇦🇼 🏝️I am obsessed with the beaches in this countryTurks & Caicos 🇹🇨 🌅This country is where I saw the most beautiful sunsetsCroatia 🇭🇷
Leg 02Responsible Travel
Travel ethically,
tread lightly.
I pride myself on traveling ethically, especially focusing on cultural preservation and wildlife conservation. 🐦
I carefully research and support socially responsible companies. Traveling ethically is a constant learning process. My goal is to share my experiences and show how you can minimize your footprint and support amazing organizations worldwide, all while sticking to a budget.
Leg 03Planning Your Trip
Overwhelmed?
Let’s lay it all out.
Over the years, I’ve learned a ton about travel planning, and I want to share my knowledge because I know exactly how it feels to be overwhelmed by the planning process. From visas to currency to booking hotels, travel can sometimes seem impossible. That’s why I’ve laid it all out for you in a simple step-by-step planning guide.
Field notes · Trip planning
How to Find Cheap Flights→ How to Get Affordable Travel Health Insurance→Leg 04Travel Gear
Confessions of a
gear nerd.
I’m a total travel gear nerd! I have a huge stash of backpacks, electronics, and other gadgets designed to make your travels better. I share my honest opinions and only recommend gear I actually use myself. Whether you’re backpacking, road-tripping in a campervan, or going on a weekend holiday, this will make packing for your next vacation much easier. 🎒
Leg 05Long-Term Travel
Months, or years.
Exhilarating and daunting.
Embarking on long-term travel can be both exhilarating and daunting. Over the years, I’ve picked up a lot of tips and tricks to make the journey smoother. Here, I answer some of the most common questions about long-term travel, from managing finances to staying connected on the road. Whether you’re planning to travel for months or even years, these insights will help you navigate your next adventure with confidence. 💪🏼
Field notes · Long-term travel
How to Overcome Your Fears of Traveling Alone→ How to Handle Agoraphobia While Traveling→ The Greatest Challenges I’ve Faced While Backpacking Solo→ The Story of My First Trip on a One-Way Ticket!→ How to Apply for a Long-Stay Student Visa in Spain→ How to Apply for a Pareja de Hecho Serious-Relationship Visa in Spain→Leg 06Travel Guides + Tips
Hacks I learned
the hard way.
From short holidays to year-long, round-the-world trips, I’ve picked up so many travel tips and hacks along the way. I’m sharing my best advice so you can learn from my mistakes and have the time of your life on your travels! 😎
Field notes · Guides & tips
How to Explore NYC in One Day→ How to Explore Madrid in Two Days→ 10 Solo Travel Tips for Introverts→Leg 07Wanna get paid to travel?
Blogging changed
my life. Yours next?
Starting a travel blog has opened up so many doors and presented me with incredible opportunities. My blog has allowed me to get paid while traveling the world. Blogging has changed my life, and I want to show you how it can change yours too. I have tons of honest and practical resources to help you start your own travel blog! 💸
Ready to travel?
A new journey
awaits.
On The Rocky Safari, I will help you step out of your comfort zone to have more authentic and one-of-a-kind adventures all around the world. 🐦
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The Travel Field Guide.
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A practical companion for the moment curiosity becomes a real trip. Seven parts, forty one-page chapters and twelve fillable worksheets take you from “could I?” to “I’m going.”
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