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Best Road Trips to Take in Australia
One of the best experiences you can have in Australia is taking a road trip. A country with quite a bit of wide open space, driving is sometimes one of the only ways to get to certain spots.
06/08/2013
Top 5 Highlights of Tasmania
Did you know that one of Australia’s six states is actually an island?
06/08/2013
Best Wine Vinyards to Visit in New Zealand
New Zealand has over 500 wine producers, spread across 10 wine-growing regions that literally span the entire length and width of the country.
06/08/2013
Salkantay Trek Packing List
When you think of Peru, you might naturally think of Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail and rightly so.
28/07/2013
Top Destinations in South America for Food-Loving Volunteers
If you’re an altruistic foodie, you’re probably looking for the perfect destination to volunteer - somewhere with incredible opportunities to make a difference where you can still enjoy delicious food!
20/07/2013
Non-Touristy Things to Do in Goa
Thousands of international tourists visit Goa in southern India every year due to the beaches, relaxing atmosphere and the nightlife.
19/07/2013
Best Ski Resort in Australia
Thinking about a ski trip in Australia this year? You have to put Thredbo on your list.
25/06/2013
Last Minute Budget Travel Options For Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu and the Inca trail is world famous and on most people’s bucket list, but with places being booked up to six months in advance and it having quite a hefty price tag, what do us budget, last minute travellers do?
23/06/2013
Non-Touristy Things to Do in Los Angeles
When planning a trip in California, most people fly to Los Angeles and spend time exploring the tourist attractions.
18/06/2013
5 Best Maltese Foods You Must Try in Malta
There is one special thing about Malta, which isn’t the first thing people think of but probably leaves the longest lasting impression: the food.
11/06/2013
Is it Best to Stay in East or West Berlin?
The capital of Germany and home to more than 3.5 million people and is a surprisingly green city that is home to extraordinary parks and many scenic landmarks.
04/06/2013
5 Best Places to Visit in Lanzarote
The Canary Islands off the north-western coast of Africa are a volcanic chain stemming, many geologists believe, from a so-called hot spot. This is basically a crack in the Earth’s crust, allowing magma to billow upwards to the surface.
30/05/2013
How US Students Can Go Abroad for Summer at No Cost
Are you a student in the USA looking to spend summer doing something exciting overseas but you are on a budget? Would you also like to receive college credit? Does this sound too good to be true?
28/05/2013
History of the Legendary Hippie Trail
The Hippie Trail is one of the greatest travel stories in the modern history of man. Often romanticised and looked back upon with great nostalgia, the Hippie Trail was known by a number of different names during its popularity in the 1960s.
28/05/2013
3 Hidden Gems in Southwest France
Planning a holiday to Southwest France has long been a popular option for British, European and international travellers.
22/05/2013
Top 10 Places to Visit Krakow
Krakow is the second largest and one of the oldest cities within Poland with its origins dating back to the 7th Century.
20/05/2013
4 Things to Know About Living With a Host Family when Working as an Au-Pair
Are you considering a cultural exchange work abroad program like au-pairing? Some of these options involve living with a host family and you might be interested to know what this involves.
16/05/2013
Tourists Who Spend the Most When Abroad
New figures from the UN World Tourism Organisation have been released which show how much tourists spend annually and the results might surprise you.
26/04/2013
How to Decide: Go to Uni, Start a Career or take a Gap Year
Are you currently in a position where you are not sure which direction to take in life? Possibly you are thinking about applying for university, interested in starting a job or you just like the idea of spending time away and traveling.
26/04/2013
Top 5 Alternative Pubs to Visit in Dublin
For many, the mention of Ireland evokes images of rolling green hills, dimly lit pubs and, of course, the country’s national drink, Guinness.
24/04/2013
Best Islands to Avoid Tourist Crowds in Thailand
Thailand attracts millions of international visitors every year and it is easy to see why,
24/04/2013
Why Travelling Overseas and Volunteering will Change Your Life
Madeline Lewis recently travelled in South Africa and volunteered her services with the organisation VESA – Africa Unearthed.
21/04/2013
6 Best Places to Visit in California
If you are planning a trip to California for the first time you might feel a little daunted, this state is huge and there are so many potential places to see.
16/04/2013
Things People Most Dislike About Travelling
Travelling is amazing isn't it? Well, we are always on the look out for opinions and this week on our popular social media pages we asked our followers what they disliked most about traveling abroad.
12/04/2013
Guide to India's Holi Festival of Colours
India is a vibrant nation and every year millions of people celebrate the Holi Festival of Colours.
10/04/2013
Top 10 Friendliest Countries in the World to Visit
Everyone has different experiences when traveling abroad and opinions vary when it comes to which people are the most welcoming and friendly.
07/04/2013
Top Tips for Driving in the Australian Outback
The sprawling Australian outback is so vast and offers so many unique sights that it lends itself well to a lengthy trip.
23/03/2013
Best Adventure Travel Companies
There are literally hundreds of travel companies offering exciting adventure trips in hundreds of destinations. By booking with one of these companies you will take away all the hassel of travelling abroad and also be guided by an experienced group leader who will be able to help you have the best experience possible.
07/03/2013
Top Reasons to Visit Ljubljana
Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia and a very underrated destination to visit. This is a modern city which is clean, colourful, friendly and eclectic.
05/03/2013
Top 4 Things to Do in Izmir
Turkey’s third largest city, Izmir isn’t really known for its aesthetic appeal. One look at the mishmash of modern white hotels will probably send a slight cringe down your spine, but there’s a lot more to Izmir than initially meets the eye.
20/02/2013