Can You Trust Travel Advice?

When planning a trip, always take travel advice with a grain of salt for there is no perfect source. Michelin is our top choice for EU advice. Michelin rates sights on four point scale, from...

How to Prepare Your Motorcycle for a Long Journey

Taking your motorcycle out of the garage and heading off on a big adventure is a thrilling moment in any rider’s life. Leaving your home for the open road, covering hundreds, thousands, even...

Buying a SIM Card in Kenya

There is a well-developed communication system for both domestic and international services. Phone and internet are the most common means of communication in Kenya. The internet, email and...

Practical Skills That Can Make You Money While Travelling

If you have a set of skills that are in demand in different locations, you will find it easier to travel for longer. Having money is an important factor to afford food, accommodation and have...

If You Could Travel Right Now, Where Would You Go?

"All you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination. " ~Earl Nightingale Thistles and Coos offers relatable and relevant travel advice. We are committed to...

Safari Guide: Making the Most of Your African Safari

No matter how many photos you’ve seen, or how many episodes of Animal Planet you have watched, the first moment you see African animals roaming and living in their natural habitat will...