The Northern Lights aka the Aurora Borealis are a mystical, unpredictable beast – and a sexy one at that! A natural phenomenon, the Auroras are a collision of particles from the sun’s atmosphere and the earth’s atmosphere, resulting in extra-terrestrial shades hovering above the northern and southern hemispheres. With the sun freaking out from September…
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15 Travel Lessons From The Youngest Person To Visit Every Country In The World
I never set out to break a world record; things just sort of escalated. Although I had been on the usual summer holidays with family before, the travel bug really bit me at the age of 18, when I embarked on a backpacking trip with friends through Southeast Asia. From that moment, travel became my…
The Backpacker's Guide To South Africa
A trip to South Africa promises pristine beaches, breathtaking natural beauty, sea views that spread as far as the eye can see, vibrant culture, lip-smacking gastronomy and adrenaline filled adventure. I recently travelled the majority of the Garden Route, a popular road trip itinerary for backpackers. It was an incredible adventure, starting from Cintsa and…
What to do in Vienna: A Low Cost Guide
The Austrian capital is a true jewel in the heart of Europe. A diamond in the rough that will warm and move even the coldest (we believe it…with those temperatures) of hearts. To come to Vienna is to immerse oneself in a fairy tale and to wander among baroque art and the fragrance of extraordinary dishes….
This New Zealand road trip itinerary is NSFW
Road trips are amazing, but do you know what’s even more amazing? A road trip across New Zealand ! It’s one of the most breathtaking, magical countries in the world. To really explore its wild, off-the-beaten-track secrets you’ll need a car and preferably some travel buddies with good taste in music. All set? Then keep reading for…
Your guide to Amsterdam Dance Event 2016
For five days and nights each October, Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) turns the Dutch capital into the clubbing centre of the world. This year’s event takes place from 19-23 October 2016, and with over 2,000 world-famous and emerging DJs performing across over 115 venues – not to mention workshops and panel discussions – you’ll be…
Resident Advisor brings you the ultimate guide to partying around the globe
Some of the best travel adventures happen after dark. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Resident Advisor to help you party like a boss – no matter where in the world you happen to be. They’re the global authority on electronic music, so whether it’s an impromptu rave in a Parisian tube station or an…
Why Bite-Sized Backpacking Is The Best New Travel Hack
The popularity of bite-sized backpacking (or “snap-packing”) has exploded in recent years! More and more people are swapping their traditional resort holidays for short, adventurous stints away throughout the year, opting to see more of the world, one chunk at a time. After doing some research (because #science), we found that the number of UK…
9 Reasons Why Rishikesh Is The Backpacking Capital Of India
As soon as we stepped off the bus at 3AM, we felt like we were in a whole new country. The air was freezing and clean, but it was a very welcome break from the heavy smog and dust of New Delhi. During our time in Rishikesh (India), we saw our first Indian sunset over…
The best travel apps
It’s not all about Whatsapp and Instagram, or at least it shouldn’t be. If you only use your phone to take selfies, gossip on Facebook or play Candy Crush, listen to this: there are many more great (and free) APPs you can download to make your phone feel less lonely and help you on your…
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