I’ll be honest, I have somewhat of a personal vested interest in this blog post. I LOVE the Back to the Future. Growing up I wanted nothing more than to be Marty McFly, hurtling through time and space in a rusty old DeLorean. Like everyone, I hoped and wished that the year 2015 would really…
Tag: Culture
Southeast Asian Markets: 10 of the Best in Thailand, Vietnam and Beyond
Southeast Asia is home to many amazing things, but there is one thing in particular that they’ve gotten right, and that’s markets. Whether it’s food markets, art markets or knockoff clothes and purses, Southeast Asian markets are second to none. Here’s 10 of the best to consider for your next trip across Southeast Asia. Chatuchak Weekend…
Where to party in Budapest: ruin bars, spa parties and Europe’s answer to Burning Man Festival
It’s no secret that Budapest is one of Europe’s hottest destinations right now – it’s cheap, wild and attracts top DJs from around the world. The best time to party here is the summer, when rooftop bars and decadent spa parties take over the city. We’ve put together a list of the best addresses in Budapest for…
11 stunning temples in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is home to some of the most beautiful, colourful and strange temples in the world. We’ve compiled a list of our favourite Asian temples, from the iconic Angkor Wat in Cambodia to the surreal and colourful Sri Mariamman in Singapore. Wat Rong Khun (Chiang Rai, Thailand) This remarkable temple, unlike anything else you’ll…
Which iconic landmarks will be green on St. Patrick’s Day?
Every year on March 17, iconic buildings, statues and other landmarks around the world light up green in celebration of the popular national holiday, St. Patrick’s Day. From Christ the Redeemer in Rio to the Empire State Building in New York City, everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. This year’s ‘global greening’ by Tourism…
How to Find Every Single Hunger Games Location in Real Life
The Hunger Games was filmed in real places you can visit. The first film was shot in North Carolina, starting in May 2011, with District 12 at Henry River Mill Village and the arena in DuPont State Forest. Catching Fire moved to Atlanta and Oahu in Hawaii, and the Mockingjay films used Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport…
Berlin street art you can’t miss
Jarryd Salem is a travel writer who has been backpacking around the world since 2007. Documenting his experiences in sustainable, long-term adventure travel, he is currently travelling overland from SE Asia to South Africa without using any air transportation. You can follow his journey on his blog NOMADasaurus and on Facebook , Twitter, Google+ and Instagram Few cities around…
Game of thrones locations in Ireland
Ruling kings, knights, magic and dragons; come on, this is all the stuff of fantasy. But is it? Can you believe that a whole load of those mind-bending Game of Thrones locations actually exist – and somewhere as easily accessible as Ireland. No, there’s no slogging for days through the wilderness required here (looking at…
Budapest ruin bars
Budapest has lots to offer, not only for daytime sightseeing but also when it comes to night life. A variety of bars, clubs and entertainment venues open their doors for revellers to party the night away. But what makes Budapest’s bars different from other bars around the world? Orsolya Kiss-Toth’s answer would be Budapest ruin…
12 Game of Thrones Locations You Must Visit – In Order of Epicness
Bloody revenge, sibling romance and fire-breathing dragons… it’s all in an episode’s work for everyone’s favourite fantasy drama. It’s been over a year now since Game of Thrones has been off our screens, and it’s safe to say we’re missing it more than Theon misses… well, we’ll leave that one there. To tide us over ’til…
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