As we travel the world, we must abide to different countries rules. Various places maintain contrasting opinions, cultures and etiquette. It is paramount to respect others and not to cause offence. Firstly, you do not want to get into trouble and secondly you and everyone else will have a better experience if you get on. In... Continue Reading →
The other day as I was sorting though my dusty bookshelf, attempting one of those spring cleaning exercises. I came across an old haunt. My travel journal from Japan. Opening up my hand crafted diary the memories flooded back. I was transported to the squeaky clean Tokyo airport, where order and efficiency dictated. I remembered... Continue Reading →
MEETING NEW PEOPLE - If you wonder the world alone you will find yourself talking to strangers, fellow travelers and locals. By being alone you are putting yourself out there to meet new people. Most of us thrive off social interactions and need them to survive. Consequently, by traveling alone you will be forced to... Continue Reading →
While most of us go traveling to learn, explore and have fun, wandering the planet to our hearts desire can lead to great opportunities. For those of us who travel after university unsure what career path to take and hoping to find answers, it may appear to people back home that we are escaping from... Continue Reading →
Why is it we as humans seem to be drawn to danger? Personally, I love the satisfaction of doing something a little out of the ordinary, challenging and exciting. The rush of adrenaline and the satisfaction after achieving something crazy gives my hormones a boost. Consequently, when asked if I wanted to bike down the... Continue Reading →
Bolivia has the lowest GDP in South America with over 60% of its inhabitants living bellow the poverty line. Many people are scared to visit or holiday there for this reason. I am here to say that you must not let this put you off. By travelling in Bolivia you will generate revenue for the... Continue Reading →
York was first founded by the Roman 9th legion in 71 AD. They built a small fortress homing 6,000 soldiers, later York was captured by the Vikings (866 AD) and expanded. Today York is a walled city, with medieval cobble stone streets and an old, elaborate, ornate minister. York serves as a great day trip for... Continue Reading →
Up until day four our holiday was pretty jam packed seeing all the fascinating, stunning and exciting sites of Barcelona. So if you are lucky enough to have a fair few days make sure to dedicate one day to relaxing. This could be on the beach, in the air conditioned hotel or in a cafe... Continue Reading →
Barcelona has the best of both worlds, it offers a busy city life, with lots of fast paced activities while the city also provides a tranquil white sand beach to relax on with friends. To get a real feel of the beautiful city and this ever so appealing contrast you can take a cable car... Continue Reading →
Websites, books and fellow travelers claim the Sagrada Familia to be the number one site to see in Barcelona, having seen it, I can confirm that it is a spectacular work of art. It is astonishing to think that we, man kind have the ability to build such a ginormous, majestic, stunning building. Sagrada Familia's... Continue Reading →
We are going on a bear hunt 