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71 Practical Travel Tips – by Gary Mullen

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 [...]

Magnificent Mayan Ruins

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, [...]

Eco-Friendly Travel Methods – Some Tips and Ideas to Promote Green Tourism

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 [...]

Choosing the Right Camera for Your Travels

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 [...]

Eagle Creek Passport Money Belt

When traveling abroad, we all have to take proper precautions to prevent the worst scenarios from unfolding.  Everybody, of course, has their own opinion on the best method of keeping your travel documents, money, and credit cards safe.  The method you will use to carry these valuable items depends upon the safety of your surroundings.  [...]

Traditional Foods of the Balkans!

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 [...]

Quick Tips to Prepare for Your First Backpacking Trip to Europe

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 [...]

Great Festivals of Ghana (Western Africa)

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 Bag for Your Travels

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. [...]

Castles of Ireland

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 [...]

My top 10(+1) Scuba Spots

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 [...]

The Suffering of Modern Travelled Youth — by Oliver Mitchell

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 [...]

China’s Utopia – Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve

High in the mountains of China, there exists a land of seemingly mystical proportions.  The Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve lies in the Sichuan Province.  The “valley of nine villages” (Jiuzhaigou) contains arguably the most beautiful and remarkable landscapes mankind has ever laid eyes on.
The approximately 80 kilometer long valley winds through a a myriad of glistening [...]

Phuket, Thailand – Beautiful Beaches & Colorful Nightlife

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 [...]

Enjoy Greek Culture – Sunny, Pleasant and Calm Crete

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 [...]

Kolkata: India’s Cultural Hub – by Lyndsey Biddle

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 [...]

Marmot Earlylight 2P (2 Person Tent) Review

At just over $200 (USD), this two person packable tent turned out to be a great purchase!  The DAC Featherlite tent poles make this both strong and light enough to pack most anywhere, on or off the trail.  Minimum packed weight (without the fly) comes to about 4 pounds and 12 ounces.
Total internal floor space [...]

The Wilds | Cumberland, Ohio USA

Prior to my July 2009 trip, I had a chance to visit the Wilds about 8 years ago, during the earlier stages of its development.  The changes that have taken place since that time are nothing short of amazing.  The best way to describe this animal oasis is a cross between an African safari and [...]

Ditch the routine. Get out there and explore!

Routine will inevitably come into your life at some point.  This can be a comforting feeling to some – the ability to make an educated guess as to what will happen next in our lives, and the possibility of turning off our “fight or flight” mode for a bit.  Routine definitely has its uses.
The term [...]

MSR PocketRocket Camp Stove Review

I already own a great MSR stove, the WhisperLite Internationale, but recently I have been doing  more on-trail camping than actual expedition type treks, so I decided to find something  that would be efficient and convenient for the shorter trips.  My choice was the $35-$40 (USD) MSR PocketRocket.  This stove uses the MSR IsopPro [...]

36 Great Tips for Keeping Travel as Simple as Possible | Thanks to Zenhabits!

“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 [...]

Traveling with pets. Mission Impossible?

Many people often wonder how difficult it would be to travel with their furry friends.  Although the task may seem daunting, it doesn’t always have to be.  If you’re properly informed, traveling with your pet can be easier than finding your luggage in baggage claim!
Unfortunately, if you don’t have a small dog or small cat, [...]

Carry it, or lose it.

Even the occasional traveler can typically recall at least one horror story involving an airline losing or ‘misplacing’ their checked luggage.  It has certainly happened to me, and seemingly always at the most inopportune times!  Is there a way to avoid this?
Well, it has been suggested to me that I should clearly mark my bag, [...]

Flashpacking: Travel & Tech

Rather recently, we had a post in our Travel Forum about the use of Pocket PC’s in backpacking, and I figured it might be interesting to delve into the subject a little more.   If you’re a  backpacker, you probably like to rough it a little more than those that tend to bring their rolling [...]

Are Americans getting smarter?

For the record, I am a U.S. citizen, so you yanks can bite your tongue!  Throughout my travels in life, I have spoken to people from all over the world.  While traveling the last several years, the first thing out of their mouths was usually something pertaining to their hatred towards George W…   don’t worry, [...]