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5 Ways to Get the Authentic American Experience

5 Ways to Get the Authentic American Experience

The land of the Star-Spangled Banner, the home of Vegas, Miami Beach and The Big Apple.

14/09/2016

How to Save Money on Food While Traveling

How to Save Money on Food While Traveling

If you are planning to travel, no matter for a summer holiday or an epic backpacking adventure, you will find food and drink can be one of your outgoings.

14/09/2016

5 Best Places to Visit when Interrailing Europe

5 Best Places to Visit when Interrailing Europe

During summer thousands of people travel thorough Europe by train.

13/09/2016

Top 5 Reasons to SCUBA Dive in Thailand

Top 5 Reasons to SCUBA Dive in Thailand

Koh Tao, Thailand has become somewhat of a “mecca” for divers; to those who have traveled in Thailand, you probably already know that the island’s name (which actually means "Turtle Island” in Thai) is now practically synonymous with SCUBA diving. 

11/09/2016

5 Life Lessons Learned from Backpacking

5 Life Lessons Learned from Backpacking

You will never come back from traveling the same person as when you left. In addition to the cultures, food and the people you'll encounter, you will undoubtedly learn a lot about yourself as well.

02/09/2016

How to Travel Scandinavia on a Budget

How to Travel Scandinavia on a Budget

Scandinavia is a dream travel destination, but for those without a trust fund, it can seem a little out of reach.

01/09/2016

How to Turn a Volunteer Program Into a Full Time Career

How to Turn a Volunteer Program Into a Full Time Career

Volunteering abroad is a life-changing experience.

31/08/2016

10 Reasons to Teach in Thailand

10 Reasons to Teach in Thailand

More and more native English speakers are taking a year (or more!) to move abroad and teach English in Asia.

30/08/2016

10 Things You

10 Things You'll Learn When Teaching in Thailand

They say that teachers learn just as much as their students…and they say it because it’s true.

30/08/2016

Best Places to Eat & Drink on the Southern Peninsula

Best Places to Eat & Drink on the Southern Peninsula

Whilst not completely neglected due to the stunning scenery and key tourist routes to the adorable penguins at Boulder’s Beach, Simon’s Town and of course, the magnificent Cape of Good Hope, for most people, Cape Town's Southern Peninsula is just that  - a through route.

29/08/2016

Why Should I Pay To Volunteer Abroad?

Why Should I Pay To Volunteer Abroad?

Pay to volunteer? How does that made sense? Shouldn't this be free if you are donating your time? Think again.

28/08/2016

Top Tips for Traveling Europe by Train

Top Tips for Traveling Europe by Train

Europe is one of the most culturally dense continents in the world.

25/08/2016

10 Developing Countries in Desperate Need of Volunteers

10 Developing Countries in Desperate Need of Volunteers

If you are looking to travel and make a real impact in a less advanced nation there are certain countries which should top of your list.

24/08/2016

Top Adrenaline Activities in Costa Rica

Top Adrenaline Activities in Costa Rica

Costa Rica offers pure life for those who wish to seize it: adrenaline packages, healthy local food, fascinating wildlife and people who truly care about their country.

22/08/2016

10 Tips for Visiting London During Summer

10 Tips for Visiting London During Summer

It’s important to remember a few essential items when traveling in London during the warm summer months.

22/08/2016

London 2 Day Sightseeing Itinerary for First Time Visitors

London 2 Day Sightseeing Itinerary for First Time Visitors

From the bustling Underground to the glamour of the West End, London is brimming with energy and packed full of amazing sights to see.

21/08/2016

London, Bath, Bristol & Wales 4 Day Itinerary

London, Bath, Bristol & Wales 4 Day Itinerary

There is a lot more to England than just London, and if you have a few free days to spare then there some fantastic day trips available.

21/08/2016

5 Things to Expect when Traveling in Ghana

5 Things to Expect when Traveling in Ghana

If you are going to be backpacking, joining a volunteer program or just travelling in Ghana, you are in for a special experience.

19/08/2016

5 Best Cities in the World for Young Expats

5 Best Cities in the World for Young Expats

Young expats flock to the likes of Paris and New York, with an idealistic view of life in their early twenties perpetuated by Hollywood blockbusters.

18/08/2016

Berlin Things to Do in Berlin on a Short Weekend Break

Berlin Things to Do in Berlin on a Short Weekend Break

Berlin pays tribute to its turbulent history through some of the best museums in Europe, memorials and landmarks left from the past. But, it is far from just a history-lovers paradise. 

17/08/2016

Best Work Abroad Ideas for Graduates

Best Work Abroad Ideas for Graduates

If you are fresh out of school and anxiously awaiting A-Level or GCSE results, consider joining thousands of teenagers who are planning gap years and working holidays...

17/08/2016

Essential Things to Buy before Backpacking Europe

Essential Things to Buy before Backpacking Europe

It’s something everyone seems to do in their teens or later in life - ‘backpack around Europe.’

10/08/2016

Top 5 Tips For Teaching English in Japan

Top 5 Tips For Teaching English in Japan

A job option that has become increasingly popular with new college graduates, and those just looking for an exciting change, is teaching English abroad.

10/08/2016

Alternative Places to Stay: Convents & Monasteries

Alternative Places to Stay: Convents & Monasteries

Convents and monasteries have offered hospitality for centuries, with more economical accommodation than most hotels.

09/08/2016

How to Experience Bangkok Nightlife like a Local

How to Experience Bangkok Nightlife like a Local

Bangkok’s renowned fame as the rowdy capital of Thailand is reinforced by its riveting and lively nightlife.

26/07/2016

WIN a Backpack and Travel Goodies

WIN a Backpack and Travel Goodies

Enter this fantastic competition to WIN a backpack full of travel goodies ready for your next adventure. 

19/07/2016

7 Ways You Stay Fit When Backpacking

7 Ways You Stay Fit When Backpacking

Going backpacking? Worried about your health and fitness whist on the road?

19/07/2016

No Passport Required: A Guide to the U.S. Territories

No Passport Required: A Guide to the U.S. Territories

It’s easy to overlook America’s little jewels, the U.S. territories.

12/07/2016

Why You Shouldn

Why You Shouldn't Stop Travelling After Your Twenties

If you are in your mid-twenties, or have already passed this age, you’ll know the feeling.

11/07/2016

How to Decide Where to Study Abroad

How to Decide Where to Study Abroad

Studying abroad is one of the most exciting opportunities you enjoy.

06/07/2016