Visiting Brazil Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest in the world. With an area of eight and a half million square kilometres it is equal in size to the entire continent of Europe. The first Portuguese expedition, commanded by Pedro Álvares Cabral, arrived in Brazil in 1500. Prior to this,…
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Iceland Travel Guide
Visiting Iceland The land of fire and ice, Iceland is the world’s youngest country and the fact that it’s still growing makes for a fascinating visit. The most western country in Europe, Iceland is the second largest island in the North Atlantic and is home to just under three hundred thousand inhabitants. It is the…
Italy Travel Guide
[efstabs class=”yourcustomclass”] [efstab title=”Home” active=”active”] Visiting Italy If touring the beautiful cities of Italy is not enough for you then check out some of the other attractions Italy has to offer – sun kissed beaches, snow capped mountains and much more. [/efstab] [efstab title=”About”]If touring the beautiful cities of Italy is not enough for you…
USA Travel Guide
[efstabs class=”yourcustomclass”] [efstab title=”Home” active=”active”] Visiting USA Since Columbus arrived just over 500 years ago, the US has attracted visitors in their millions, and not without reason. [/efstab] [efstab title=”About”]Bordering Canada in the north and Mexico in the south with coasts on the Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific oceans, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of…
Paris like a local: Exploring Canal Saint-Martin & Belleville
If you’ve seen the Eiffel tower and you’ve lined up at the Louvre, if you’ve over-done the sidewalk bistros in St-Germain and you’ve accepted that you can’t really afford to shop along the Champs-Elysées, then it’s time to experience Paris like a local. That means you’ll need to head east, towards the Canal Saint-Martin and…
A guide to New Zealand for adventure lovers
It is almost impossible to spend a “normal holiday” in this beautiful country, with so many mountains, glaciers and lakes waiting to be explored. I’ve compiled a list of my top tips for anyone looking for adventure in New Zealand – from zorbing to skydiving. Bungee Jump in Queenstown For the ultimate thrill, head to…
5 Golden Rules for Staying Safe when you’re Backpacking
Shocking – that’s the only way to describe this viral GoPro of Canadian Alex Hennessy being robbed at gun-point in Buenos Aires . It got me thinking about travel safety tips in general, and what I’d tell anyone about to set off on their first backpacking trip. First off: the world is not a dangerous, unkind place, and the benefits of going somewhere new far outweigh the risks….
A-Z of Why Dublin is the World’s Coolest City to Visit Now
Where do you find the best coffee in Dublin? Or the best place to try craft beer? How about a secret bar only the locals (and Matthew McConaughey) know about, or knowing which Sunday is best for picking up vintage clothes at bargain prices? Dublin’s never been more exciting if you’re after a few days of urban…
Stories that will make you want to travel from a backpacking expert
Are you interested in reading some backpacking stories and backpacking experiences ? Read on ! Macca Sherifi is an author, blogger and photographer who has worked in the travel industry for the past four years. He has travelled to over 50 countries, volunteered in Bangladesh and worked in both China and Australia. Recently, he published Your Round the World Trip Planner: How to plan a trip of a lifetime Aimed at…
The Ultimate Guide to Travel in Myanmar And Why You Should Go Now
By Isabel Clift ( @Isabel_Clift ) Myanmar is hot on the Southeast Asian circuit, but a lot people still worry about travelling in Myanmar. There’s never been a better time to visit Myanmar. Take advantage of land border crossings from Thailand and more relaxed visa restrictions. By the time you’re done reading this guide to travel in Myanmar,…
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