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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Machu Picchu: The Face 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.
Whether the image has been altering using …

Asia Video – South East Asia Asia Video – South East Asia

I find one of the best ways to get inspiration for a trip is to check out other peoples travel experience. This is a video from Ivan Vania’s 2009 South East Asia trip through Thailand, …

Sandboarding South America Sandboarding South America

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 sandboarding.
You can experience the exhilarating sport of sandboarding in many locations …

An Elephant can forgive, but it will never forget – Elephants in Thailand An Elephant can forgive, but it will never forget – Elephants in Thailand

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 …

Tokyo Capsule Hotel Experience Tokyo Capsule Hotel Experience

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 …

When in Zanzibar… When in Zanzibar…

1) The annual Sauti Za Busara festival is a must see in Zanzibar!
Every February, musicians, artist and craftsmen come from all over the vast African continent to set up booths and take the stage for …

Backpacking Life: The River Of Adventure Backpacking Life: The River Of Adventure

There’s a river of adventure that runs through each of our lives.
For some people, it’s on the surface – a cascading torrent. For others, it’s a stream buried deep underground. It runs along in their imaginative lives …

Missed the bus? It’s Time To Explore Missed the bus? It’s Time To Explore

When traveling, missing the bus can turn out to be an eye opener as you find yourself exploring where you wouldn’t otherwise go. In Mozambique, Sojourner Walker finds herself doing just that…
Maputo has weaseled its …

101 Things To Do Around The World 101 Things To Do Around The World

This is a post from a while ago, but I thought it was worth re-posting as many people haven’t seen it and it’s buried in the archives.
Have you ever needed a little inspiration in order …

10 Weird Things To Eat Around The World 10 Weird Things To Eat Around The World

When you travel the world, you’ll find many weird and wonderful things to eat. Some of you will be up to the challenge whilst others would rather just find a cheap alternative.
On your trip around …

Travel The World With Extreme Sports Travel The World With Extreme Sports

When planning to travel the world you’ll be looking to do some once in a life time activities or just looking for the chance to do them in an idyllic location. Some extreme sporting activities …

25 Inspirational Travel Quotes 25 Inspirational Travel Quotes

Sometimes you’ll read something that really strikes a chord with your own thoughts or beliefs.
Travel quotes can provide great motivation for travelers. Great quotes can enlighten, entertain and often inspire.
If you are preparing or if …

Highest Bungee Jump In The World Highest Bungee Jump In The World

Feel the fear! With the highest bungee jump in the world.
Are you looking to conquer a fear or looking for a challenge on your next big trip?
Strap a bungee chord to your ankles, battle the …

Top 7 Football Stadiums Around The World Top 7 Football Stadiums Around The World

If you are a huge football fan or even if you’re not you may want to visit a football stadium on your travels.
There are some mind blowing stadiums around the world that are a testament …

Blonde Parade To Beat Recession In Latvia Blonde Parade To Beat Recession In Latvia

I happened to be in Latvia for a long weekend when I heard the news that a blonde parade was due on the Sunday. The idea behind the parade was to lift the spirits of …

Travel inspiration: 5 Top Destinations Not To Miss Travel inspiration: 5 Top Destinations Not To Miss

At any given moment in my life, I’m sitting blankly in from of a computer monitor wondering where to go. Notoriously indecisive, I always end up on a plane (or foul 3rd class train) somewhere, …

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 …

5 Reasons Why I Travel 5 Reasons Why I Travel

Riding in the back of a tuk-tuk is not the “norm” at home.
Mike at Vagabondish tagged me as well as a couple of others to give our 5 reasons for traveling.
For me, I wanted to …