Photo by Denni Schnapp So you’re gearing up for that gap year trip or backpacking adventure of a lifetime? Unfortunately most intrepid travellers won’t have an unlimited supply of cash to splash on their journey. But that’s not to say you need … [Read more]
Photo by Matt Murf If you're in the midst of planning your around the world trip it's likely that you've probably already stumbled across the Lonely Planet's forum, the thorn tree™. If you haven't well you are in luck because we have a few links to … [Read more]
Sometimes I feel like I'm part of a exclusive cult, a cult of travel. Where the only people who relate are those that have also travelled for long periods of time. So much so that I think I suppress a lot of travel thoughts because I'm not sure … [Read more]
James Furniss takes on the notoriously tough 3 Peaks Challenge testing out a brand new pair of Merrell Intercept trekking trainers. The 3 Peaks Challenge isn't your average hiking challenge, it involves climbing the 3 highest peaks in England … [Read more]
The azure seas of the Mediterranean, majesty of the Himalayas, humbling vistas of the Australian outback and the engaging scenes of the world’s largest metropolises: who doesn’t dream of experiencing it all? Unfortunately we can’t all be jet-setting … [Read more]
Back in June I posted a topic on the Local Travel Movement's forum looking for some basic advice for first time travellers from a local perspective. If you haven't come across the Local Travel Movement before it's a platform that promotes the local … [Read more]
Modern travel is no easy feat. Whether you’re going by plane, train, or automobile, there is a lot to remember when it comes to packing for even a short trip. Of course, the worst is airline travel with so many restrictions on what you can and … [Read more]
Travelling the world opens up the possibility at trying your hand at very exciting and often extreme sports and activities. One such increasingly popular sport is sand boarding. I experienced sand boarding in Peru. You can experience the … [Read more]
Elephants are everywhere in Thailand! They symbolise good luck, wisdom, power and fortune and are often seen in temples - as statues, not the real animals! However, the many contradictions within the Thai culture means that although elephants are … [Read more]
A question that I often stumble across on traveling forums is whether someone is too old to travel. To most the answer is pretty straight forward but for many it is something that they do ponder. Many people in their late 20's or 30's face mixed … [Read more]
If you are planning an around the world trip or even just planning a trip to Japan, it's well worth booking a stay in a Japanese capsule hotel. Not only is it a unique experience but it's a interesting and relatively cheap one too (usually from … [Read more]
Local travel seems to be an up and coming trend this year, and why not? With benefits for both travellers and locals it seems like a win-win scenario. Travellers gain from some real expert knowledge on the ground whilst saving money spending locally … [Read more]