Not many tourists make it to Savannakhet in Laos. It’s kind of midway between the tubing of Vang Vieng and the chilled 4,000 islands; meaning many travellers skip past it on a night bus or don’t even go to through part of the country. Now, while I think it would be a crying shame for […]
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Jan
Jan
I love new years, and I really enjoy making New Year’s resolutions – I love the feeling of a blank canvas to fill with more love, more success, and more happiness. And I don’t mean to brag, but I’m actually quite good at sticking to them. As well as backpack from Bali to London, get […]
03
Jan
Jan
Singapore as a city definitely took me by surprise. A lot of people are very skeptical about including Singapore in their South East Asian itineraries, mainly due to concerns about it being expensive and thinking its small size means there isn’t much to do there. Admittedly, the first time I visited Singapore, I didn’t land there […]
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Dec
Dec
Wonderful Halong Bay is probably Vietnam’s most iconic travel destination. Famed by its glorious karst stones, visitors to Halong Bay can enjoy kayaking, swimming and learning about local life while witnessing the spectacular scenery from a luxury cruise liner. Halong Bay is a common addition to a Hanoi itinerary, as tours leave from the city […]
All Destinations, Asia, Overland Travel, Thailand, train travel
How to get the train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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Dec
Dec
I don’t know why I found getting the Bangkok to Chiang Mai train so difficult. I’ve taken chicken buses through Guatemala, I’ve travelled by train all around China and I’ve taken international coaches through Europe. But for some reason, I just seemed to mess up everything about the train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Luckily, […]
01
Dec
Dec
Melbourne’s a world-famous city. It’s easy to see why – everyone loves quirky metropolises, with street art, beautiful buildings, a laid-back atmosphere yet still zillions of things to do. You could spend one week in Melbourne and never leave the city. But there’s much more in the state of Victoria than just Melbourne. And luckily, […]
All Destinations, Europe, Switzerland
Switzerland by Rail: How to Take the Ultimate Switzerland Train Trip
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Nov
Nov
Switzerland is famous for many things, but my favorite is probably the country’s extensive, high-quality and always on-time rail network. Whether you’re catching an express service from Zurich to Geneva or a local train connecting two towns no one has ever heard of, you can be sure of a safe, speedy and enjoyable journey. Simply […]
06
Nov
Nov
What with its famous opera house, charismatic neighbourhoods and many beautiful beaches, lots of travellers get stuck in Sydney – many at the end of an east coast road trip. But there are plenty of great opportunities for weekend trips from Sydney that are essential for anyone living in the city – or for travellers or […]
04
Nov
Nov
Are you looking for the best 3 days in Mexico City itinerary? Look no further! The Mexican capital is the most populous city in North America and one of its most historic, its past spanning back to when it was an Aztec city called Tenochtitlan. It’s the cultural and geographical centre of Mexico and enjoys […]
All Destinations, Mexico, North America, Packing Lists, Plan Your Trip
What to Pack for Mexico: Full Mexico Packing List
01
Nov
Nov
If you’re planning a trip to Mexico, whether that be a backpacking extravaganza around the entire country or a visit to one of the country’s many beach towns, you’ll no doubt be wondering what to pack for Mexico. Many of the items on your Mexico packing list will be the same as things you’ll need […]