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Despite being considered to be the ‘pearl of the orient’, Penang Island in Malaysia remains an underrated option for modern-day travellers to choose as their next holiday destination.
19/12/2019
When you think of France, your mind probably immediately goes to the tourism hotpsots of Paris, Nice, Lyon.
19/12/2019
Arriving in the dead of night at Mariscal Sucre, Quito’s’ international airport, Eve Willis hopped off the plane with a sinking feeling gnawing at the pit of her stomach.
19/12/2019
Asia is an incredible continent to visit, with ancient temples, friendly people, bustling modern cities and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
22/11/2019
One of the best ways to de-stress and unwind is through traveling. Traveling gets rid of bulked-up emotional and psychological stress. Experiencing new adventures and fresh views can help in boosting your self-confidence, problem-solving skills, creativity, and your overall mood.
18/11/2019
It was the end of Varsha Patel's first year at university, and she had just moved back home, aware of the extremely long summer ahead of herself.
14/11/2019
Looking for the best travel deals and discounts for Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Although Black Friday was on the 23rd November, there are still some great deals to be made on flights, hotels, holidays, tours, trips, courses and experiences worldwide.
06/11/2019
Whether you are planning a short break or longer adventure there are lots of things you can consider buying before departing.
06/11/2019
Planning a dream trip to Thailand? Check out our list of incredible and ethical elephant and wildlife sanctuaries to visit in places like Chiang Mai, Phuket, Krabi and Surin where you will learn more about animals, meet inspiring staff or be more than just your average tourist by volunteering.
05/11/2019
Are you planning a trip Down Under? Whether you’re headed to Australia from Europe, America, Asia, or another part of the globe, you are in for an incredible experience.
05/11/2019
Are you looking for career where you will get a huge salary and potentially work for a huge global company, work from home or from anywhere in the world?
24/10/2019
Snorkeling is an exciting water adventure that allows you to see corals and marine animals. The ocean covers more than 70% of earth and there are so many amazing destinations where you can go snorkelling.
24/10/2019
Every country in Europe has its own unique traditions and festivals, and you’ve probably never heard of most of them.
24/10/2019
Singapore is one of the most popular destinations in Southeast Asia and it is easy to see why. The city is incredible with picturesque streets, skyscrapers and lots of attractions.
23/10/2019
Cambridge is scenic city located on the River Cam in eastern England. Cambridge is famous for being home to some of the most prestigious educational institutes in the world, most notably for the University of Cambridge, King’s, Trinity and St John’s.
22/10/2019
Making it to the summit of the world's highest peak is indeed a dream. But it's not for everybody. Only a few have ever made it (successfully) up to the peak of Mount Everest.
17/10/2019
Do you love travelling and exploring new places? Do you also love food? Have you ever wondered which cultures have the healthiest foods and also what are amazing tasty and also healthy foods to try?
17/10/2019
Hen parties are a staple of the last few weeks or months of every woman’s single life. Luckily, Australia’s got plenty of options when it comes to destinations for these kinds of parties, regardless of what you’re looking to gain from them.
17/10/2019
Traveling is a lot of fun. However, doing it can be quite costly. Nevertheless, there are lots of ways for you to cut down on the costs.
11/10/2019
Before you travel to Europe in a motorhome or campervan, read our top tips and tricks with essential things to know before departing including speed limits, motorway tolls, breakdowns, insurance, Brexit and more!
11/10/2019
Latin is a classical language that was widely used in the Roman era when the Romans dominated significant portions of the world. It was so common that colloquial forms were derived from it, and eventually became modern languages still spoken today including Italian, Spanish, and French.
11/10/2019
Before travelling to Mexico, it’s important that you spend time getting to know the country first.
30/09/2019
Are you interested to plan a break to France and see more than just Paris? The good news is, there are so many amazing day and longer trips available where you can see some of the highlights of France.
19/09/2019
Antarctica is the fifth largest continent and a spectacular region of the world to explore. More and more travel operators are offering trips here and going to see Antarctica in person has never been easier.
17/09/2019
To say that Thailand, also affectionately known as the Land of Smiles, is a popular destination for tourists and expats alike, is an understatement.
29/08/2019
A new study has revealed the list of the most dangerous and also safest places for women travellers to visit around the world. The results might shock you!
29/08/2019
Travel forms part of so many memories - from the places you see, the cultures you learn about and, of course, the people you meet.
29/08/2019
Southeast Asia is an incredible destination with so many amazing cities, temples, beaches, islands and things to do. But what should you take with you and leave behind?
26/08/2019
Are you around 18 to 30 something? Keen to travel to destinations like Africa, Asia, Europe, Oceania, Latin & North America? Looking to meet like-minded people and enjoy one of the most amazing adventures of your life?
19/08/2019
A beach, a cocktail, plenty of SPF and a good old book. This is what dreams are made of - for some travellers at least!
19/08/2019