Machu Picchu: The Face

There is no doubt Machu Picchu is a mystical place. You may have come across the Machu Picchu Face before, but I hadn’t and I found it quite interesting.
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Easy Ways To Boost Your Backpacking Budget Easy Ways To Boost Your Backpacking Budget

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 …

How to Get Paid to Travel How to Get Paid to Travel

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 …

How Much Does It Cost To Travel Round The World? How Much Does It Cost To Travel Round The World?

One question friends who want to travel usually ask me is, “how much it will cost to travel?”.
I usually reply by telling them it really depends where you’re planning on going. A good daily budget …

Local Travel For The First Time Traveller Local Travel For The First Time Traveller

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 …

10 “Must-Have” Items In Your Backpack 10 “Must-Have” Items In Your Backpack

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 …

The Local Travel Movement Launches The Local Travel Movement Launches

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 …

How To Overcome Fear Of Flying Without Resorting To Gin How To Overcome Fear Of Flying Without Resorting To Gin

We all know that statistically flying is by far the safest means of transport, but that doesn’t stop even the hardiest of passengers suffering a fleeting jolt of panic every time a slight bump of …

Top 10 Female Packing Tips For Backpacking The World Top 10 Female Packing Tips For Backpacking The World

1 Make up removing toiletries
There is nothing better than coming back “home” (to the hostel) after a long night out in a strange city, just wiping your face once to get rid of all the …

Slumdog Marketing: The Art Of Begging Slumdog Marketing: The Art Of Begging

Exiting an airport in most of the third world is a daunting chore.
First the smells hit you. As you near the door the waves of heat trigger the sweating. As you walk through the …

6 Steps To Stay Safe Traveling The World 6 Steps To Stay Safe Traveling The World

Being a victim of a crime can happen at anytime, anywhere and to anyone not just when you’re traveling the world.
As an outsider when you’re traveling you can easily be a target for theft, you …

Beginner’s Guide: The Munich Beer Festival (Oktoberfest) Beginner’s Guide: The Munich Beer Festival (Oktoberfest)

Every year millions of beer fans travel to the Munich Beer Festival (often known as “Oktoberfest” or “the Bavarian Beer Festival“) to sample the Bavarian beer.
It’s the world’s biggest fare with approximately six million visitors …

Travel The World: Identify Your Fellow Traveler Travel The World: Identify Your Fellow Traveler

When you travel the world you’ll often find other travelers dropping names of places they’ve visited into the conversation.
Have you ever had someone cling onto you whilst traveling?
Have you ever had a traveller moaning about …

5 Signs You Have Been Traveling For Too Long 5 Signs You Have Been Traveling For Too Long

Have you ever been traveling for so long that you´ve started to miss all the little cultural differences that amazed you so much when you first set out?
Maybe you´ve been traveling for too long.
Here are …

6 Great Ways To Learn A Foreign Language 6 Great Ways To Learn A Foreign Language

It´s nearly time for you to pack your bags, board that plane and finally live the dream. Travel to that awesome country you’ve always wanted to and mingle with the locals and their culture.
But there …

4 Key Ways to Make Money As You Travel 4 Key Ways to Make Money As You Travel

Let’s face it: some people are just not good at saving up for things, especially for long-term multi-national trips.
Don’t fear! This is no reason for giving up on your dream! If you can´t save, then: …

5 Classic Movies Not To See Before You Travel 5 Classic Movies Not To See Before You Travel

Before I left home for my last 22 months traveling stint I remember a lot of talk about the film “Hostel”, knowing that it was a horror flick and that I’d be frequenting many hostels …

How To Sleep In Cheap Hostels How To Sleep In Cheap Hostels

We’ve all been there, desperately trying to get a good nights sleep because you have an early start in the morning but no matter how hard you try you just can’t sleep.
In backpacker hostels it …

TravMonkey’s Top 10 Pointless Items To Take Backpacking TravMonkey’s Top 10 Pointless Items To Take Backpacking

In a follow up to a article I read on nomad4ever – What NOT to Bring Backpacking: 10 Things To Leave At Home I thought I’d deliver our on twist on this subject.
Our own previous …

5 Reasons Not To Trust Your Guide Book 5 Reasons Not To Trust Your Guide Book

Have you ever been away traveling and noticed how different a place is in person when compared to the description in the guide book?
I couldn’t help but notice…
“…I consulted my map and headed to the …

5 Must Know Travel Blog Writing Tips 5 Must Know Travel Blog Writing Tips

We’ve all read them before… long emails filled with huge chunks of text. As you skim read these emails you read about places you’ve never been to, people you’ve never met.
You simply can’t relate to …

5 Key Tips For Writing Your Travel Journal 5 Key Tips For Writing Your Travel Journal

Are you preparing to head off on your travels knowing you will want to keep your own personal record of the meaningful events on the road?
It’s easy to get carried away with the excitement of …

10 Tips on Etiquette for Aliens in Ethnic Eateries 10 Tips on Etiquette for Aliens in Ethnic Eateries

Ever stumble upon an American “Deli” wondering if it was just a typo that they dropped the h? Ever speculate whether the foul wursty ingredients of a “hot dog” once went woof? Don’t freak out! …

How To Give Up Alcohol When Traveling How To Give Up Alcohol When Traveling

How many times have you wanted to cut down on alcohol?
Maybe you’ve just wanted to have a detox period?
Or perhaps you wanted to cut out the alcohol altogether?
I know I’ve wanted to cut down for …

12 Stupid Mistakes Of The First Time Traveler 12 Stupid Mistakes Of The First Time Traveler

Have you ever taken items around the world with you that you really didn’t need?
Perhaps you’re planning your first trip around the world and are unsure if you really need to be taking so much …

10 Free Things to do on the Gold Coast 10 Free Things to do on the Gold Coast

The Gold Coast is an amazing place to visit whilst in Australia.  It’s a very popular destination with Australian’s and for good reason, there’s some great waves and almost perfect weather year round. There are …

10 Tips For Eating Out In Asia 10 Tips For Eating Out In Asia

Eating in Asia is like a multi-orgasm to the taste buds – your senses assaulted by a whole new world of powerful aroma and flavour. Over hundreds of different types of spices and sauces give …

18 Free Things To See And Do In Melbourne 18 Free Things To See And Do In Melbourne

Melbourne is a popular place to visit in Australia and the debate still rages to which is better, Sydney or Melbourne? Well, it’s your turn to decide. Melbourne certainly has a lot to offer it …

7 Free Things To Do In Adelaide 7 Free Things To Do In Adelaide

Photo by Peripitus – Botanic Gardens
Following on from our article on 21 Free Things To Do In Sydney, we decided to see what great free sights and activities there are to do in Adelaide.
Adelaide is …

21 Free Things To Do In Sydney 21 Free Things To Do In Sydney

Sydney Harbour Bridge New Years
Sydney is likely to be on most travelers itinerary when visiting Australia. It’s an amazing city which has some equally amazing sights and surprisingly you won’t have to reach for your …

10 Top Job Hunting Sites For Australia 10 Top Job Hunting Sites For Australia

In Australia I’ve been using a few helpful job hunting sites that could be of use to anyone else out there looking for work in Australia.
Here they are:
1. Travellers @ Work – This is a …

10 Essential Tips for Solo Girls in Dubious Places 10 Essential Tips for Solo Girls in Dubious Places

From a Beijing hospital to a drag bar down a dark Jerusalem alley, I have a habit of finding myself in questionable places . . . usually alone.
But I don’t mind. Ever the free spirit, …

How To Ditch Your Travel Mate How To Ditch Your Travel Mate

Not everyone will turn out to be a great travel buddy
OK, so you meet someone whilst traveling and your both heading in the same direction so you decided that you’ll go together. For a few …

What You Should Know About Hostel Kitchens What You Should Know About Hostel Kitchens

Have you ever lived in shared accommodation where numerous people use the same cooking space?

If you have, like me you’ll be familiar with what kind of a state these places can be left in. The …

How To Share A Single Dorm Bed How To Share A Single Dorm Bed

I recently got into a heated discussion on a travel forum. The discussion was about whether it was acceptable to sleep in the same single bed as your girlfriend/boyfriend within a shared dormitory (With no …