It's important to stay healthy at any time, but when you're overseas you might find yourself exposed to more pathogens and with far more limited access to healthcare. It would also put a massive downer on your holiday if this was the one time when you fell ill. It's quite common for travellers to also have pre-existing medical conditions and, for … [Read more...]
How to Have a Great Gap Year on a Budget
A gap year is a great way to learn more about yourself and rest and recharge before you start the next big chapter in your life. Worrying about money is stressful so it's best to do some budgeting to work out your expenses before you begin your year off. There are many things you can do to make taking a year off go smoothly. Here are some ways you … [Read more...]
Six of the Best Places to Trek in China
China is a beautiful country, with plenty of things to experience. If you're an adventurous traveller and love spending time outdoors, going on a trek is one of the best ways to explore this magnificent country. Here are six of the best places to trek in China. ZHANGJIAJIE Zhangjiajie is a city situated in the Hunan province of China. There's … [Read more...]
Where to Include on Your ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Holiday
Many people take a holiday at least once a year. They may visit family, visit a holiday home or simply head for the closest beach area. A 'once-in-a-lifetime' holiday is a little different. If this is going to be the one holiday that stands out as the best you ever took, its important to properly prepare so that you can make the most of it. You … [Read more...]
5 Romantic Holiday Destinations Around the World
Taking a romantic holiday with your loved one is a great way to create lasting memories that you can reminisce about for years. It's also a great way to strengthen your bond and discover new things about each other. Here are five romantic holiday destinations around the world that you’re sure to love. NEW ZEALAND New Zealand consists of two … [Read more...]
A Comprehensive Travel Checklist
Some would argue you can over-plan your travels, but I think it's always best to be over-prepared. Insurance and vaccinations are a no brainer, but even research on the places you change your mind about visiting will give you background information about the country you're in and its history and culture. The following travel checklist should help … [Read more...]
Where to go for an Awesome Surfing Holiday
Surfing is a thrilling sport that has many health benefits. It's great for increasing endurance and flexibility; paddling after waves is a fantastic workout for your core muscles, triceps, biceps and deltoids; and standing up on the board improves your balance and strengthens your hips, joints and lower body muscles. If you're keen to plan a … [Read more...]
Travel Inspiration to Beat the Winter Blues
The winter can be a difficult time for many people. With shorter days, it's still dark when you arrive at work and already dark again when you leave, so for most of the week you might not have the chance to enjoy daylight. Having a holiday to look forward to is the perfect way of prevent getting into a winter slump. Travelling and spending time … [Read more...]
Top 7 Tips for Parking in a Big Urban City
Before you decide to embark on a road trip, it's a good idea to consider the potential difficulties associated with travelling with a vehicle. In particular, if you plan to pass through several cities, you might have problems finding parking, and the costs associated with this may also build up quickly - especially on unfamiliar territory. Here are … [Read more...]
Tips for Nervous Flyers
If you’re a nervous flyer, or are going on a family holiday with a child who suffers from flight jitters, reading this article before arriving at the airport may help to alleviate any holiday stress. It’s understandable that people are anxious before jetting off on a holiday, even when it’s a much-needed family holiday that’s been long in the … [Read more...]
