In recent years, Ayia Napa has developed a reputation for being a nonstop party zone, a relatively cheap destination for youngsters to experience their first taste of freedom… and alcohol by the bucket load. That’s a great shame, however. It’s perfectly possible to enjoy other sorts of holidays to Ayia Napa. If you’re planning to … Continued
The idea of Interrailing at first can seem incredibly appealing. Travelling through Europe from one famous city to the next, taking holiday snaps in front of every famous landmark you pass and only needing a month to do it all. Great! You can tick off all the classic “must see” cities of Europe in the … Continued
No matter where you’re from in the world, and regardless if you call it a vacation or a holiday, the desire to get away and to see other parts of the world is something we all have in common. Immersing yourself in another culture; having unique and beautiful experiences in a strange and wonderful locale … Continued
When you think of vacation what does it entail? Are you on a beach, jumping off a bridge or strolling through the city? No matter what your travel preferences are, travel insurance is a major consideration before you take off on your journey. Some travellers are more at risk than others, so let’s figure out … Continued
Travel is a real son of a gun. Once you experience one destination, you’re immediately drawn to ten more. I’m sitting here in Sololá, Guatemala in the midst of my latest travel adventure and I can’t keep my mind from wandering and wondering what’s next. Pinterest is partly to blame, as are my fellow adventurers, … Continued
Over the last few years there has been a marked increase in the number of people around the world that have become conscious of the way they travel, and who wish to tread more lightly on the Earth. While it used to be the case that opting for sustainable accommodation meant sleeping in a tent … Continued
Budgeting for travel can be difficult and overwhelming at times, but if you do your research and read the small print, you can save a ton of money and take advantage of an international bank account. One of the first things to look at is ATM fees and international banking fees associated with a particular … Continued
There’s a world of information out there about saving money while you travel, but I have found that if you follow just five simple tips of financial planning, you can save big bucks and stretch your money much further while on the road. Here are the five simple tips that have helped me save money while … Continued
One of the most important things I’ve learned about travel over the past four years of working and traveling abroad is that – world travel isn’t as expensive as many people believe. You don’t have to be a millionaire to travel the world, however, you do have to be smart with your money. If an … Continued
When my partner suggested we take a river cruise I thought he was joking. We’re not old. Our holidays are adventurous, occasionally luxurious. I imagined poky cabins, bingo evenings and worse. We were too young to join a cruise. I asked him if he’d considered who goes on a river cruise. Glamorous grannies and old … Continued