Guest bloggers

1. Working on organic farms while travelling

   posted by Guest blogger - Elizabeth Holbrook | 1 Comments

   

   Oct312011

   Contrary to what some may believe about our generation, we aren’t completely ignorant when it comes to farming and growing organically. Many of us our generally interested and concerned about the food we put into our bodies, and this motivation stems far deeper than being seen as trendy and oh so cool. More and more people travelling on a budget are combining this interest with their travels by working on organic farms as they make their way around the globe. It has become so popular that there is now a commonly known term for it – ‘Wwoof’ (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms.

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2. Nine Orlando adventures beyond the theme parks

   posted by Guest blogger - Ben Reed | 0 Comments

   

   Oct242011

   This past year Orlando surpassed 50 million visitors. No doubt many of them spent their time and money at the countless theme parks around the city. And while the reputation of a theme park vacation brings to mind maxed out credit cards, crowds of people and artificial lands, an Orlando vacation doesn’t have to be expensive. Here’s a list of nine places to visit that you may not have considered and more importantly, won’t break the bank.

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3. Five reasons people don't like to travel solo (but how hostels make it all OK)

   posted by Guest blogger - Janice Waugh | 2 Comments

   

   Oct122011

   I love hostels. My first experience with them was when I was 15 as I cycled through the UK for a month. My latest was in Chile. I shan’t say how many decades have transpired in between, but each has included travel and hostels.

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4. How to pack for a hostel

   posted by Guest blogger - Fred Perrotta | 5 Comments

   

   Aug052011

   Hostels are great for many reasons. One of these is price – they’re a lot cheaper than hotels. They don’t offer some of the perks a hotel offers though, so when packing for them you'll need to bring along a few more items and be mindful of how you pack them.

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5. Solo female travel - Nine myths and one truth

   posted by Guest blogger - Stephanie Yoder | 17 Comments

   

   Jul052011

   So you have this great trip planned out, to a place you've really been longing to see, but you can't seem to convince anyone to come with you. What's a girl to do? Wait? I don't believe in waiting around for other people to make your travel dreams come true. I've travelled solo through a slew of countries from China to Cambodia and Scotland to Slovenia and it's been both fun and enlightening. Along the way I've heard every misconception about solo female travellers you can imagine, so I'm here to set the record straight with nine myths and one truth about solo female travel...

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6. Inter Rail Europe - My top ten tips

   posted by Guest Blogger - Rob Fehily | 3 Comments

   

   Jun302011

   Inter railing around Europe was a life-changing experience. I found it to be like a sort of traveller’s Pandora Box with a colourful array of different and notable things contained within – attractions, restaurants, tours, parks, museums and sights all for you to experience and explore. Like in the Pandora’s Box myth however, there is an important cautionary element to note in relation to such a trip. It would be unwise not to think and plan before considering such a holiday, and I learnt there are some very practical dos and don’ts with journeys like this. But using my top ten tips, your European inter rail trip should flow that little bit smoother...

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7. So you want to be a travel blogger? (Part 2)

   posted by Various guest bloggers | 3 Comments

   

   Jun212011

   Are you about to set off on an adventure in Europe, South America, or even around the world? If so, you may be thinking of starting your own travel blog. To help you get your blog on the go, I've asked seven top bloggers what advice they would give to newbie travel bloggers...

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8. Las Vegas buffet reviews - check out five from a local

   posted by Guest blogger - Diana Edelman | 0 Comments

   

   Jun212011

   If there’s one thing travellers can bet on while in Las Vegas, it’s the food. From the celeb chefs to the late-night snack shacks, the culinary brilliance of Las Vegas shines as bright as the neon lights. But one thing in particular you simply must try are the ‘all-you-can-eat’ buffets. Luckily, for you I've put together some Las Vegas buffet reviews...

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9. Tips for travelling as a couple

   posted by Guest blogger - Caz Makepeace | 0 Comments

   

   May242011

   Travelling as a couple means living out of each other’s pockets twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. If you can’t find a way to manage and work through this crowded shared living space and the annoying little quirks you have, the challenges will be far too much for you to bear, and could lead to the implosion of your relationship. But if you can follow some simple tips on how to survive travelling as a couple, your relationship will flourish.

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10. Things to do in Sydney – Embark on its coastal walks

    posted by Guest blogger - Elizabeth Holbrook | 0 Comments

    

    May172011

    One of the best ways to get to know a city is to walk it, and Sydney, one of the most aesthetically pleasing cities in the world, is surrounded by coastal hikes that will leave you breathless. The Bondi to Coogee Clifftop Trail and the Manly Scenic Walkway are two popular hikes that will give you a good feel for the area encompassing this breathtaking city.

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