When you’re counting down the days until you can don your trusty backpack again, it’s always nice to have an interesting bit of travel talk in your ears. There’s no reason you can’t still learn about other countries, keep up with travel trends and feel adventurous, even when you’re at home. Podcasts are massive right…
Tag: Culture
Weird museums around the world
Guidebooks love guilting travellers into visiting museums. There’s not a destination on earth that doesn’t have some rare collection of medieval bronze coins or long-lost Baroque masterpieces. The reality, of course, is that most museums are about as interesting as a dinner date with a tax accountant — so we’ve pulled together a list of…
Dragons, books and roses: how to celebrate Sant Jordi Day
Every April 23rd, the streets of my city, Barcelona, fill with red roses and book stands, for a celebration steeped in history. Have you heard about Sant Jordi Day? It’s one of the most beautiful festivals in Catalonia and the most romantic. Brits may already know Sant Jordi as St. George, the patron saint of…
25 of the best travel books for when you’re stuck at home
Thank the lord for books, with their magical ability to whisk us away to all corners of the world with the turn of a page. We may not always be able to travel as much as we’d like, but every lifelong bookworm knows that there’s more than one way to escape. If you’re looking for…
“I travel alone”, a picture book for women who want to travel solo
would you like to travel alone? Are you thinking of going on a solo trip but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, I, one day, was also in your shoes, I also spent months dreaming of travelling alone, but I couldn’t bring myself to take the plunge. That’s why, after four years of travelling,…
35 classic films that will feed your wanderlust and inspire you to travel the world
The best travel films are the ones that make your feet itch and your brain start buzzing with adventure, escape and possibilities. They push you off the sofa and onto a plane because if you’ve seen it happen, you know you can do it too. These are some of the best travel movies that inspire…
The 15 Best Hostels In Budapest if You’re Hungary for Ruin Bars and Roman Baths
How to find the best hostels in Budapest for your trip Budapest’s classic charm and architectural treasures make it a top destination for those looking to experience the culture and history of Europe. It’s also known for hot springs, hearty food, and some seriously good nightlife – which also happens to be some of the most affordable on the continent….
The 15 strangest monuments around the world
The world is full of enigmatic, bizarre, giant, and futuristic monuments. With so many surprising places out there, it can be hard to find the ones that are truly right for you. Follow along with us for an overview of the strangest monuments around the world: 1. Cadillac Ranch – Texas, United States of America…
Now that’s what I call travel: Song lyrics that perfectly describe our travel feels
You know when you hear a song and the lyrics really speak to you? We believe there’s a soundtrack to every situation and these songs describe our travel feels perfectly. Which of these tracks speaks to you the most? DISC 1: Before travel Track 1 I Want to Break Free – Queen Lyrics: “I want…
A traveller’s guide to exploring Arab culture, language and traditions
I never thought the experience of travelling in the Arab world as something unique because I was born and raised in Saudi Arabia. Luckily for me, all those exotic sounding countries were right on my doorstep. It wasn’t until I became a travel blogger that I realised how much beauty and uniqueness every country in…
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