Almost all expensive lenses have narrow apertures. Zoom lenses are mostly f/2.8 while prime lenses are at f/1.2. The reason behind their price is their difficulty to manufacture. Getting various optics to work is hard work. Research and development … [Read more]
Traveling is one of most rewarding things a person can experience. Venturing into a new place can be exhilarating. A lot of new experience and memories can be obtained from this adventure. Whether you’re alone or with somebody, traveling is a good … [Read more]
If you want good pictures, take good exposures. A well exposed photograph is technically a good picture. Since light is the major determining factor in a photograph, how you control it will determine the output of your camera. Unless you want your … [Read more]
A lot of new photographers would learn the rule of thirds as they start to venture deeper into photography. Besides good lighting, the rule of thirds is a basic composition technique that can provide a dramatic output from your photographs. The rule … [Read more]
As a follow up to our monthly travel sites section we have a lovely graph of the top 5 sites (estimated traffic) in Google based on top 20 ranked keywords. The graph below shows the top sites in the US from November 2009 to October 2010. We have … [Read more]
Today we published October's result for the top 100 Travel Sites ranked in Google. This month there were some big movers, shakers and some interesting new entries. We did our best to include new sites that were suggested. Find out whether your … [Read more]
One of the top concerns when planning your backpacking trip will be your travel budget. Carla Avenia Koency gives her money saving tips for budget travel. - Use age to your advantage, if you still can. You don't have to be a student to get discounts … [Read more]
You are probably already tired of hearing about the book Eat, Pray, Love. Especially now that the book has been adapted to the big screen. It has been a bit of a sensation among the female public worldwide. It narrates the experiences lived by … [Read more]
For outsiders, negotiating the vast London Tube system can be a daunting prospect. Gazing at the network’s web-like map that was designed by Harry Beck in 1931 can be a bit like staring at an abstract painting, or one of those magic eye drawings that … [Read more]
From Buckingham Palace to Big Ben, London’s major monuments are globally renowned. And while the capital’s big art galleries, museums and other famous attractions certainly merit the traveller’s attention, if you’re looking for a laid-back way to … [Read more]
Intrepid travel - conjures up a vision of adventurous exploration of travelling the world, exploring new places, meeting locals and generally experiencing travel off the beaten track. When planning your travel you may be wondering whether book a … [Read more]
Rough Guide - Make The Most Of Your Time On Earth (£19.99) Rough Guides have always been a trusty on the road guide book often preferred by many backpackers over it's rivals for it's slightly more factual approach and layout. Rough Guide - Make the … [Read more]