Jul 15, 2018• by xim
Phrasebook: Basic Italian for travel
These are a few key words and expressions that have come in very handy while travelling. Try to learn these -or the ones that most apply to your situation- when visiting Italy. The locals will... read more
Nov 20, 2019• by Meredith_SD
A Few Not-So-Solo Travel Tips from A Female Solo Traveler
Traveling solo shouldn’t have to translate to being alone, especially in the information age. These days it seems as if anywhere and anyone is accessible with a few clicks of a keyboard. Leaning... read more
Feb 8, 2019• by Jamee_Wohle
Finding a balance between travel & fitness
As an avid gym-goer and fitness enthusiast, I have faced many obstacles trying to stay fit in foreign countries. From the Middle East to Africa to South America, I have found ways of exercising... read more
May 24, 2019• by rvandtravellife
A Visit to the Wilds Conservation Center, Ohio
Last week, I was asked to go to The Wilds with my son’s girlfriend and her best friend. Anytime these two are together, there is fun to be had! The day was beautiful with sunshine and modest... read more
Aug 14, 2020• by wasatch
Norway's West Coast by Hurtigruten: Civilization
We flew Lufthansa with a change in Frankfurt. Frankfurt to Bergen is almost a straight shot north, along the Norwegian coast. As we approached Norway, the Captain came on and said, 'Its... read more
May 4, 2021• by Capturingthemomentwithhelen
In 2019, I visited Gwangju for the day just a short while after moving to South Korea. As a history graduate who had just moved to a small city outside of Seoul, I had one soul purpose for going... read more
Mar 28, 2018• by liu_tw
A guide to Taroko National Park
Taroko Gorge is a National Park located on the Eastern Coast of Taiwan, around 150km away from Taipei. The mountains are crossed by the Liwu River, forming a 20km-long canyon. The easiest way... read more
Mar 18, 2021• by FOREwardA
Normandie - the Kingdom of Horses, at Sea!
Brittany Ferries Normandie has always been a firm favourite of mine; featuring all the benefits of a 'cruise ferry' but with the small ship feel. And, with a crossing time of between six and seven... read more
Jun 25, 2019• by Bigaltravelcompanion
Big Wave Bay (Tai Long Wan) & Rocky Bay (Shek O)
It is quite common for locals in Hong Kong do their camping on the beach or elsewhere in close vicinity. The beach also attracts people which makes it an alternative choice to Rocky Bay... read more
May 28, 2020• by catalingeangos
Myanmar offers experiences full of heavenly lush attraction, which draws you closer to nature as well as yourself. One such purifying experience is trekking from Inle Lake to Kalaw. Just before to... read more
May 12, 2018• by TheGlobeTrotter
When on an escalator in London (or anywhere in the UK), stand on the right. The left-hand side is to be left free for the walking riders.
Jan 23, 2019• by Reynolds_Travel
South Africa - Destination Fact Sheet
Capitals: Cape Town, Pretoria, Bloemfontein Primary Language(s): English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa (Although we have 11 official languages) Currency: South African Rand Time Zone(s): UTC +2... read more
May 27, 2020• by excitingBulgaria
Buses are much more preferred than trains for domestic travel in Bulgaria. The prices are very similar, but buses are two times (or even more) quicker, usually modern and air-conditioned. However, in... read more