About This Site: Just a Traveler

This website, "Just a Traveler", was created by Hao based on over 10 years of personal independent travel and living abroad experience. Here, you'll find detailed and original travel guides covering various destinations—especially Australia, Japan, and New Zealand. Articles span must-see attractions, local cuisine, accommodations, shopping tips, unique experiences, transportation options, and internet connectivity, helping you save planning time and explore the world with ease!

Just a Traveler

Website Milestones

2015

Official Launch

I started this blog to document my life abroad and travel experiences across the globe. Looking back now, the original website design was quite a disaster! (laughs)

2016

500,000 Total Views

While the traffic was still modest, watching the blog grow step by step was incredibly encouraging. In the same year, I launched the Facebook Fan Page, creating more opportunities to connect with fellow travelers!

2017

10,000+ Daily Visitors

Readership finally picked up substantially. That same year, I launched the YouTube Travel Channel, inviting everyone to travel along from a visual perspective!

2020

Traffic Plunge During Pandemic

Because the blog primarily focuses on international travel, closed borders and pandemic restrictions led to a steep drop in views. It felt like starting all over again from scratch, but I used this downtime to optimize the website architecture and enhance user reading experience!

2023

10 Million Total Views

As the pandemic subsided, outbound travel rebounded sharply with revenge travel in full swing. Traffic returned to previous peaks, marking a brand-new milestone for the website!

Website Features

Responsive Layout

Automatically adjusts for optimal viewing on smartphones, tablets, and desktops.

Dark Mode Support

Tailored for comfortable reading habits to help protect your eyes.

Horizontal Table Scrolling

Easily swipe through large data comparison tables even on mobile devices.

Lazy Image Loading

Images load only as you scroll down, saving your mobile data bandwidth.

Table of Contents

Quickly jump straight to the exact sections and tips you want to read.

Interactive Comments

Simply enter a link to automatically embed web previews, images, and videos.

Featured Topics

Traditional red torii gate pathway in Japan representing in-depth Japan travel guides

In-Depth Japan Travel

Comprehensive guides for transportation, stays, dining, and secret spots loved by locals.

Explore Japan Travelogue
Sunny coastal beach in Australia representing Australian working holiday and travel stories

Australia Life & Travel

Daily life in Australia and authentic travel experiences across iconic Aussie cities.

Read Australia Stories
Scenic winding mountain road in New Zealand representing self-drive road trip guides

New Zealand Road Trips

Epic road trips across the North and South Islands with majestic glaciers and turquoise lakes.

Road Trip Guides
Scenic natural landscape in Taiwan representing domestic travel exploration

Taiwan Domestic Travel

Exploring Taiwan county by county to uncover refreshing perspectives of my homeland.

Discover Taiwan Highlights
Rental car driving along an open highway representing overseas car rental and road trip tips

Car Rental & Driving

Rental agency reviews, driving tips, comprehensive insurance breakdowns, and pitfalls to avoid.

Become a Rental Expert
Vibrant coral reef and turquoise water at the Great Barrier Reef representing marine adventures

Great Barrier Reef Fun

Complete guides to snorkeling, scuba diving, island hopping, pristine beaches, and water sports.

Explore the Underwater World
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Affiliate Disclosure

This blog partners with various reputable travel platforms and service providers. When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase or booking, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you, which helps support the ongoing maintenance and operations of this site.

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