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Is a Halong Bay Cruise Worth It?

Is a Halong Bay Cruise Worth It?

Vietnam is a blessed with hundreds of spectactular destinations but choosing where to go can be difficult. Ha Long Bay is one such location, but is it worth booking a cruise? 

06/08/2018

6 Reasons to Hike the Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu

6 Reasons to Hike the Salkantay Trail to Machu Picchu

In 1911, Hiram Bingham rediscovered the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu.

05/08/2018

Top Reasons to Motorbike Vietnam

Top Reasons to Motorbike Vietnam

Are you looking for your next adventure? Contemplating the idea of jumping on two wheels to explore a new destination?

04/08/2018

10 Reasons to Volunteer in Jeffreys Bay

10 Reasons to Volunteer in Jeffreys Bay

Locals reckon that Jeffreys Bay was known as the place of dreaming, and it’s easy to see why.

03/08/2018

Best Teach Abroad Programs in 2024

Best Teach Abroad Programs in 2024

Are you interested in the idea of working oversea as a teacher? Keen to secure a paid teaching abroad program?

20/07/2018

The Best Family Ski Resorts in France

The Best Family Ski Resorts in France

If you and your family love to hit the slopes, or if you are totally new to the idea of skiing and are keen to experience one of the most amazing adventures of your life then a family skiing holiday is a great option.

17/07/2018

Best Roads to Drive Around the World

Best Roads to Drive Around the World

For epic adventures and unforgettable memories, travel through the winding, adrenaline pumping roads where the scenes are as inspiring as the route itself.

11/07/2018

Top Reasons to Move Abroad

Top Reasons to Move Abroad

195 countries. 6,500 languages. Over 4 billion passengers taking to the skies each year. With just 1 one-way plane ticket, everything can change for you.

09/07/2018

Top 10 Tips For Studying in Japan

Top 10 Tips For Studying in Japan

Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity, which nobody wants to miss for the world!

26/06/2018

Top Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Travels

Top Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Travels

Traveling is one of life’s greatest pleasures. There are few experiences as eye-opening or as rewarding as traveling to new places and experiencing different cultures.

21/06/2018

Camp Cambodia: Travelling Solo With a Difference

Camp Cambodia: Travelling Solo With a Difference

So many people would love the opportunity to travel: some struggle with funding their adventure while others may not have a travel buddy.

20/06/2018

What is it Like to Study Abroad in Indonesia?

What is it Like to Study Abroad in Indonesia?

Roberta Matarazzo from Italy was about to finish her bachelor degree but she didn't have the slighest idea what to do after she graduated.

18/06/2018

Top Tips for Celebrating St Patricks Day in Ireland

Top Tips for Celebrating St Patricks Day in Ireland

March marks one of Ireland’s biggest and most famous festivals – St Patrick’s Day. So why not join in with the festivities this year with a trip to Ireland? 

15/06/2018

Top 5 Tips for the Best Summer Family Road Trip

Top 5 Tips for the Best Summer Family Road Trip

A family road trip is a great way to reconnect with your loved ones and to embark an explorative adventure!

15/06/2018

Is it Worth Staying at Elephant Hills in Thailand?

Is it Worth Staying at Elephant Hills in Thailand?

Elephant Hills are Thailand’s first Luxury Tented Jungle Camps located in Khao Sok, Thailand which combine the camp idea of African national parks with the Thai tropical forest environment. 

13/06/2018

3 Days in Anguilla

3 Days in Anguilla

A few decades ago, tourism in Anguilla took off and this beautiful Caribbean island is now a favorite destination of some celebrities like Jimmy Buffett and Kevin Bacon.

13/06/2018

How to Visit Singapore on a Budget

How to Visit Singapore on a Budget

Much more than just a quick stopover destination, Singapore is so easy to reach via lots of major airlines.

11/06/2018

7 Amazing Things to Do in Gozo

7 Amazing Things to Do in Gozo

While you may have heard plenty about Malta, Gozo is one of its lesser known sister islands and a small Mediterranean nation that is bursting with history, a rich culture and very unique scenery and cuisine. 

11/06/2018

What to Know Before Visiting Magaluf

What to Know Before Visiting Magaluf

For students, exams are over and summer has finally arrived. It’s time to put the books away for a few months to enjoy a bit of freedom before it all starts up again in September.

09/06/2018

Tips for Travelling Solo in Madagascar

Tips for Travelling Solo in Madagascar

Even though Jennifer Godden had experience of travelling alone (in South America), she was slightly worried about booking a trip by herself to Madagascar.

08/06/2018

Tips for Staying Healthy When You Travel

Tips for Staying Healthy When You Travel

Whether you're traveling for work or play, a break in your routine can make following your diet and fitness plans somewhat difficult.

08/06/2018

Best Things to See & Do in Berlin in Summer

When planning a European summer getaway, most people think of hotels on the beach or sipping cocktails by the pool, not a city break to Germany’s capital.

31/05/2018

Top 5 Reasons to Volunteer with Sea Turtles in Malaysia

Top 5 Reasons to Volunteer with Sea Turtles in Malaysia

Emily Andrews from the UK has always had a love for sea turtles ever since she went snorkelling at the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

30/05/2018

How to Identify Your Gap Year Goals

How to Identify Your Gap Year Goals

Gap year’s: the concept that has some (mostly parents) turning up their nose, and others hopeful that they (or their children) will be enlightened - both in self, and in their future career and life plans.

30/05/2018

How to Travel & Study at the Same Time

How to Travel & Study at the Same Time

Every day, many young people struggle with the deciding what they want to do when they finish school. Often, they are torn between the need to continue their education and their burning desire to travel.

30/05/2018

Useful Words & Phrases for Visiting Myanmar (Burma)

Useful Words & Phrases for Visiting Myanmar (Burma)

Thinking about taking a trip to Myanmar? Unless you're in a hotel or a tourist hotspot you will find most people don't speak English so it will be really helpful for you to learn some basic words and phrases.

22/05/2018

Granada’s Hidden Gems

Granada’s Hidden Gems

Situated at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, Granada is one of the most popular cities in Andalusia for travellers from all around the globe.

21/05/2018

The Best Places to Visit in Oslo

The Best Places to Visit in Oslo

Norway’s capital, Oslo, is a city unlike any other; a cosmopolitan hub buzzing with energy which still manages to stay close to nature.

20/05/2018

Best Outdoor Activity & Adventure Holidays in the UK

Best Outdoor Activity & Adventure Holidays in the UK

Looking for your next adventure? The UK has some of the most spectacular outdoor locations in Europe which makes it the perfect location for activity and adventure enthusiasts.

16/05/2018

Top 10 Things to Do in Vancouver

Top 10 Things to Do in Vancouver

To quote the New York Times, “Vancouver is Manhattan with mountains… It’s the cool North American sibling”.

15/05/2018