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 turbulence is felt. To this end I have compiled a few little facts that might explain all those unpleasant sensations […]
Even before you set off on a lengthy trip around the world it is worth recognising that it will be a challenge to return back home. In many cases it can be a bigger culture shock than the one you experienced at your first destination. I remember ordering a coffee shortly after touching down back […]
There are plenty of guide books on offer for those looking to travel the world. From backpacker favourites such as the Lonely Planet, Rough Guides and Footprints to more middle of the road guides such as Fodor’s there is quite a range of choice when it comes to choosing a guide book. Traveler’s preferences depend […]
Recently I had a comment left on the article 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Hostel by Josh from HostelManagement.com. The article suggested: They take up a huge portion of the current travel industry – It is now estimated that there are two million hostels across the globe. But Josh commented: I can only imagine […]
Traveling is a great experience and most of the time you will be having fun, but this isn’t always the case every single step of the journey. When traveling the world there always comes a time where you need to take a break. This is why it is a good idea to factor in some […]
It often takes a little bit of time to get used to staying in budget accommodation when backpacking around the world. At first it may seem a little bit daunting but hostels actually offer a lot more than most people realise. Hostels are great places to meet people and have a much more of a […]
Buying around the world flights, are they worth it? It’s a question that faces every backpacker intending to travel around the world. Around the World Flights tend to be relatively complicated and I’d recommend visiting a travel agent to discuss your plans if you are thinking of purchasing one. Personally I used STA Travel to […]
If you are looking to go backpacking or even just want to know how to go about planning a trip around the world, sometimes it’s difficult to know where to start. In reality planning to travel around the world isn’t as complicated as many first timers think. It’s natural to be slightly nervous about traveling […]
What’s the first thing you think of when you imagine a hostel? Cramped, uncomfortable and packed full to the rafters (literally!)? Here is a round up of ten things which may surprise you about hostels… 1. The 100th anniversary of youth hostelling was celebrated this year: The first permanent youth hostel opened on Aug. 26, […]
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 can do many things to minimise the chances of this. By being cautious you can avoid a large percentage […]
Travel books are often fascinating, easy to read and definitely hard to put down. This is certainly true of our list of harrowing true stories of travel, drugs and imprisonment. I remember reading The Damage Done: Twelve Years of Hell in a Bangkok Prison whilst backpacking in Thailand. I read it within two days and […]
Before I left home for my 2 years 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 throughout the trip I decided to avoid the movie. Here’s 5 movies that I think you should avoid (or watch for […]
