After all the hard work we put in at home, taking a holiday is a great chance to take a break from everything. We can leave any worries at home, throw caution to the wind and concentrate on letting go and enjoying ourselves. There are many things to take into consideration whilst travelling and this [...]
Mayan Civilization is considered as one of the most highly advanced cultures among primitive times. Mayans are highly admired for their cognition of astronomy, architecture and mathematics. Today, ruins of Mayan people are visited by hoards of tourists every year. All the ruins, 40 Mayan Cities are full of splendid pyramids and stone temples. Primarily, [...]
Current concerns about global warming have changed the way many of us live our day-to-day lives. To sustain the state of survival over the globe, many have also decided to travel ‘green’! Eco-friendly travel has become a norm for some; an opportunity to contribute to the effort towards reducing pollution and global warming. Promoting green [...]
No doubt memories are priceless. To preserve your memories properly, you’ll want to make sure you have the right type of camera (since we all know our real memory fails us from time to time)! Traveling is an extreme process in itself, and definitely requires one to put careful thought into the items we will [...]
The Balkan Peninsula includes the state of Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Greece, Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Montenegro, and European Turkey. These regions were once a part of the Roman & Byzantine Empire. The peninsula is very mountainous and blessed with thick forests and natural resources. Most areas of this Balkan region are very [...]
As many have already discovered, Europe is an awesome destination to explore, with varying countries and cultures. If you’re properly prepared to travel (backpacking style), you’re going to have a ton of stories to bring home!
When backpacking in Europe, the first thing you’ll want to answer is the when and where question. Try to [...]
Western Africa comprises of Ghana, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, and Mali regions. Africa is a land of wild social events and colorful tribal festivals. You can find a range of indigenous and unique Afro-music, style and art forms reflecting many ethnic groups and communities in Africa. These festivals are celebrated for various reasons such [...]
Choosing the right travel bag is as important as the choosing and planning of the destination itself, so it’s a good idea to get the right one for your particular trip. Your bag is your prime companion throughout the journey, and a persons preference in luggage can vary on the basis of necessity and comfort. [...]
Ireland, the third largest of the European islands, has everything from glimmering coasts, thrilling outdoor adventures, and snug pubs, to wellness spas. Ireland is also well known for having the world’s finest castles. Traveling this beautiful island, you can slip into the timeless era of rich heritage consisting of medieval castles, haunted castles, ancient [...]
Scuba diving (formerly the acronym of Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus) has been a popular sport for years. Exploring the water’s depths can be exhilarating. People enjoy scuba diving for many reasons, mostly for personal pleasure and professional gains. Three-fourths of the water-covered earth provides plenty of amazing spots for great diving. Here are some [...]
I am suffering. Symptoms include boredom, restlessness, and a sense of foreboding concerning the onset, and subsequent traumas of ‘adult’ life. A strong feeling of personal displacement, emotionally and physically. Despite this condition having clear roots, I cannot seem to place its origin, despite all my efforts I cannot find what Paulo Coelho describes in [...]
Thai Airways operates a number of flights to the southern part of their country, specifically to their beautiful beach destination of Phuket. Phuket is known for its beautiful, sprawling beaches and offers traditional and modern delights to the visitors. Direct flight service is available from all the leading cities of the world. There [...]
Greece is one of the most fascinating destinations to visit. It offers exotic beaches, history and traditional cuisine. When you visit Greece, you may come to realize why Greek people are full of imagination and have such rich literature.
Greece has more than 6000 picturesque islands and islets. Only 200 of these are occupied, of [...]
Previously called Calcutta during the days of Britain’s colonization of India, Kolkata is one of the largest cities in India and has a deep and rich history plus a number of worthwhile sites and shows for visitors to enjoy. The city has been the making of many historical figures such as Nobel Laureate, writer, and [...]
“He who would travel happily must travel light.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupery
When you travel, do you want to be as light as possible? A light bag, and a light itinerary?
Many of us have had the nightmare experience of lugging around too much luggage, waiting in the baggage claims area, trying to cram too many [...]
Believe me, there are few things better than leaving Tegucigalpa, the Honduran capital, with its high crime rate, humidity and complete lack of culture, but if there is one thing that is, it is arriving in Nicaragua, possibly the most unique and interesting country in the Central American isthmus. At first glance as you come [...]
One doesn’t spend long periods in cybercafés in Cuba, the cost is too unthinkable (I was paying 8 pesos convertibles, more or less dollars, the hour in a hotel bar because the connection was much faster than in places charging 6, only there could I open multiple windows, and only there could I print). The [...]
After a weekend of hard partying on gorgeous Koh Phan Gan island in the Gulf of Thailand, where I had the pleasure of attending my very first Full Moon party, I was looking forward to the next inspirational item on my itinerary – the grand temples of Angkor Wat. What I didn’t count on [...]
Author Oliver Mitchell provides a compelling argument for ending the ol’ package deal travel routine for the often-more-affordable budget travel and backpacking option.
Nebaj is my most remote destination in Guatemala and the only one where I have never been before. It is the fulcrum of three indígena villages that form the Ixil triangle (the x pronounced like sh), nestled in the Cuchumatanes mountains in the northern part of the Western Highlands, the only part of Guatemala where [...]
Tired of all of the “hustle and bustle” of life in the States, two friends and I decided to trade our familiar surroundings for those of Honduras – a country neither of us had been to before. This was only my second trip to Central America, but I’m sure it won’t be my last! Although [...]
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