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5 Free Ways to Enjoy a Sunny Day in London
It may not seem like it at the moment, but summer is just around the corner, and with this Sunday forecast to hit the mid-high twenties I’m sure, like me, you are all starting to come up with plans for how to enjoy this fine weather.
04/06/2016
Tidewater Glacier Express - Seward Review
Kenai Fjords National Park is one of the most spectacular American national parks covering an area of 669,984 acres on the Kenai Peninsula in south-central Alaska, west of the town of Seward.
03/06/2016
Interesting Hobbies You Can Discover on a Gap Year
While you’re travelling on a gap year and igniting your wanderlust, there are many different hobbies that you can discover around the world.
03/06/2016
Top 10 Tips for Driving the East Coast of Australia
It is arguably one of the most popular routes for tourists and backpackers in Australia, but before you set off on the very long self-drive stretch between Sydney and Cairns there's a lot you should consider.
03/06/2016
Top 10 Reasons to Work Abroad
Considering your options after graduation? Don't fancy settling down to a normal 9-5? Or are you already in full time employment and fancy a change to do something different?
29/05/2016
How to Choose a Hostel
Sally Taylor organised a 3-month round the world adventure, taking in Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.
29/05/2016
How to Survive Staying in a Hostel
So you’ve come this far. You’ve booked your flights, you know your itinerary.
29/05/2016
Top 10 Reasons to Do a Working Holiday in Australia
If you are currently looking for a job which allows you to get paid, live in a new country, enjoy a warm climate, meet friendly people, have a lot of fun and also travel to see world famous sights then you should really consider working Down Under!
27/05/2016
6 Ways to Prepare for Visiting a Developing Country
Although Oscar Wilde's reflection 'To expect the unexpected shows a thoroughly modern intellect' is generally quite reliable, there are a few ways you can bridge the gap between your comfort zone and the unknown.
26/05/2016
15 Useful Phrases to Know When Traveling Abroad
There is a set of “survival” phrases in any language of the world. You should make sure to learn minimum these phrases before traveling to another country.
24/05/2016
Top 10 Reasons to Visit Wyoming
Wyoming is a state in Western USA, bordered by Montana to the north and northwest, South Dakota and Nebraska to the east, Idaho to the west, Utah to the southwest, and Colorado to the south.
22/05/2016
A Thank You Letter to My Backpack
Emily Rogers is a keen traveller who has experienced a lot of destinations in the world. Here she shares a thank you letter to her backpack, we are sure a lot of people will be able to related to this article...
22/05/2016
15 Tips for Writing a Travel Diary
You don't have to be a good writer to keep a travel journal, but if kept properly, one can compile all of your experiences and memories in your own words to return to again and again once your travels are finished.
22/05/2016
Free Working Holiday Visas for Australia
Would you like to head to work in Australia but don’t know how to get started?
17/05/2016
Top 10 Places to Visit in Russia
Are you thinking about visiting Russia? Need some ideas or inspiration where to visit?
13/05/2016
Top 7 Reasons Why You Should Visit Stockholm!
Trying to decide where to go for your next city break? Ever thought of going north?
23/04/2016
How to Save for the Trip of a Lifetime
When you've finally decided to make that dream of travelling a reality, it's time to get serious... saving up for it.
22/04/2016
6 Reasons to Move to Bangalore
Sure, Bombay is sexier and Delhi has better infrastructure, but Bangalore has a lot to offer anyone looking for a change in scenery.
22/04/2016
Top 6 Places to Visit in Italy
Italy is an incredible destination with ancient cities, scenic countryside, beautiful islands and some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
19/04/2016
Varanasi 1 Day Itinerary
Varanasi is one of the world’s oldest continually inhabited cities, and Hinduism’s holiest.
18/04/2016
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Nigeria
Nigeria isn't often the first country which springs to mind when you are planning a trip.
18/04/2016
Best Summer Backpacking Destinations
It’s time to dust off the passport and grab that backpack!
10/04/2016
The Best Kept Secrets in Paris
Once you’ve endured the painfully long queues for the Eiffel Tower, got your selfie with the Mona Lisa in the Louvre, and Instagrammed the Arc de Triomphe, is there anything else even left for you to do in Paris?
04/04/2016
Pros & Cons of Travelling Alone
Planning a trip to somewhere new can be one of the most exciting things (maybe even just as exiting than the trip itsself) about going away.
31/03/2016
Being a Tourist at Home in Ireland
From a young age, Liz McEvoy from Ireland had always wanted to visit new places, learn about new cultures, try new food and also see famous attractions worldwide.
26/03/2016
10 Best Countries to Work & Travel in Europe
Europe is a huge continent with lots of different countries and cultures. If the idea of working and exploring more of the continent appeals to you, then you have a lot of choice.
22/03/2016
6 Differences Between Travelling in the Teens vs the Mid-Twenties
I have a confession: I am 24 and not the same person I was when I was 19, shocking I know.
17/03/2016
13 Best Places to Visit in Dublin & the Surrounding Area
Known as the ‘Emerald Isle’, Ireland is known for its green hills, medieval castles, as well as being a cradle of history and traditions.
13/03/2016