Though not the capital, Auckland is New Zealand's most populated city. It spans a land area twice the size of London and acts as the first port of call for most international tourists. Getting around the country by rental car, bus or boat is pretty easy, making the following 10 Auckland day trips a pleasurable experience from start to … [Read more...]
How to Protect Your Eyes During Adventure Travel
Planning an adventure getaway can be really exciting, but whether you’ve got tropical waters or glistening ski slopes to look forward to, it’s important to be prepared not just for the experience of a lifetime but for the risks that adventurous environments may bring. These destinations may look blissfully inviting, but they can be potentially … [Read more...]
Top of the South Island: Best Bits
The 'top of the South Island' is the affectionate name given to the area of land on New Zealand's South Island that connects Farewell Spit and the Marlborough Sounds. Some include places as far south as Christchurch under the 'top of the South Island' umbrella, but for the purposes of this article we'll concentrate on the north coast. This part … [Read more...]
A Tour of the Best Surf Spots in Portugal by Motorhome
I've tried my hand at surfing in a few locations around the world. Latin America has some incredible beaches with world-class breaks, and my first ever surf lesson took place in Dominical, Costa Rica. I later took to the waves in Montanita, Ecuador, and - on a return visit to Central America, on a popular surf beach near San Juan del Sur in … [Read more...]
Volcano Boarding in Nicaragua: Be Safe; Be Responsible; Have a Blast!
By far one of the most exciting activities in Nicaragua is volcano boarding. This activity, alongside Sunday Funday in San Juan del Sur is on every backpacker's lips as they recount their best stories in crowded hostel bars. This somewhat crazy sport involves sitting on a makeshift sledge (a.k.a. plank of wood) and plummeting down a steep ash … [Read more...]
Top 10 European Cities to Visit in 2017
A recent post on Beyond Blighty covered a few of the best city breaks in Western Europe. Admittedly, this was based on personal experience, and many destinations didn't get a look in for the simple reason that I hadn't been there yet. With this in mind, I've borrowed the results of a recent study by GoEuro and HomeToGo to bring you an accurate run … [Read more...]
What Happens During a Basecamp Antarctic Cruise?
Have you ever considered a basecamp Antarctic cruise but been unsure of what it might involve? No two cruises are exactly the same because of changing weather conditions, moving ice, and the unpredictability of wildlife, but this post should provide some insight into the kind of adventure you might experience. GETTING THERE IS HALF THE … [Read more...]
Swimming with Dolphins in the Marlborough Sounds
Swimming with dolphins is a popular activity in the land of the long white cloud. In fact, there have been no captive dolphins in New Zealand since 2008, so if you want to see them, you have to join them in their natural environment. While plenty of locations around the country offer dolphin swim experiences, the Marlborough Sounds are a top … [Read more...]
A CabinZero Luggage Review and Free Giveaway
This week on my blog I'm running a giveaway on behalf of CabinZero Luggage - the manufacturers of this great piece of travel gear I've been taking for a test run around New Zealand. Before my recent trip to Asia, I found the best travel backpack travel and it helped me to realise something. As long as luggage is comfortable to wear, it's … [Read more...]
5 of the Best City Breaks in Western Europe
With so many budget airlines, train and bus companies, it’s easy to find affordable city breaks in Western Europe. Distances are short enough to enable you to take off for just a weekend and you can find amazing accommodation deals with Hundredrooms. Whether you’re looking for a winter market to cater to your Christmas shopping needs or a sunny … [Read more...]
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