Sometimes I’m excused of being a little bit negative, so after visiting Chin Chin Laboratories liquid nitrogen ice cream parlor I thought it would be a good idea to give two sides of the story. One from myself and the other from my girlfriend who I surprised with the random visit to Chin Chin Labs. […]
First Time Traveler To Beijing
As a first time traveler, I was a little daunted that I chose Beijing as my first port of call. Prior to my trip I had heard that English is not widely spoken, which is partly correct. However, never underestimate the power of pointing at pictures and signs. Having lived in London for the past […]
London Tube Planner – How To Guide
For outsiders, negotiating the vast London Tube system can be a daunting prospect. Gazing at the network’s web-like map that was designed by Harry Beck in 1931 can be a bit like staring at an abstract painting, or one of those magic eye drawings that never seems to come into focus. It’s also worth using […]
The Very Best Food Markets in London
From Buckingham Palace to Big Ben, London’s major monuments are globally renowned. And while the capital’s big art galleries, museums and other famous attractions certainly merit the traveller’s attention, if you’re looking for a laid-back way to check out London life, a trip to one of the city’s many markets might be just the experience […]
Around the World Flights
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 […]