Who to Turn to When Things Go Wrong

Flickr CC katerha

One problem about travelling is that no matter how much you prepare, things sometimes don’t go according to plan. All sorts of issues can crop up when you are away, but being miles from home, knowing what you can do and who you can turn to isn’t easy. However, if you know your rights and [...]

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How to Pack Your Backpack Like a Pro: 4 Useful Tips

Vintage suitcase with stickers - Flickr CC elitatt

If you want to avoid future lower back pain and any other travel stress make sure your backpack is packed perfectly before you head off on a long hike or adventure.  The worst thing possible is when you pack your bag quickly and without any thought and then find it almost impossible to continue on [...]

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Tips for earning your way around the world

Skiing and snowboarding - Flickr CC fortwainwright

Gap years are all about discovering new places, meeting new people and gaining a wider perspective of the world. For me, working – even if for only part of your gap year – is a big part of the overall experience. Not only does it give you the chance to earn some money and help [...]

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Santorini’s Island Sway

Views from scenic Santorini by flickr user BruceHH

  Santorini’s Island Sway The stunning white and blue houses that make up some of the most spectacular Greek islands are the perfect destination for a romantic getaway. Explore the islands of Santorini and soften the pace to a relaxing stroll. Let the quaint villages of Santorini, Greece charm you with traditional island beauty! The [...]

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Beach Bums and California Sun

Hanging Out on San Deigo Beach - Girls On The Beach by flickr user jemingway3

The warm SoCal sun is one of the most breathtaking sights on the planet! Every evening the sun paints a picture in the sky with vibrant colors across a backdrop of endless blue water and white sandy beaches.  In many ways, it’s the perfect base for a digital nomad! It’s time to just relax and [...]

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5 Reasons why teaching English is great for travel bloggers

Sports day at my Korean elementary school.

So you want to be a travel blogger and earn your living by sharing your photos and stories with people around the world. That’s great – but success doesn’t happen overnight and in the meantime you will need some way to pay the bills. Many travel bloggers have used teaching as a way to fund [...]

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Unusual Festivals Around the World You Won’t Want to Miss

Holi Festival of Colours by flickr user evoo73

Somewhere in the world, there’s probably a festival going on this very minute. It can be a celebration of a religious figure, a party to signal the end of summer, or just a reason to get together and have fun. Some of these festivals are not your usual fare, as evidenced in the list below. [...]

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Accommodation tips for long term durations

Travel photographer by flickr user mike baird

Although a backpacking lifestyle is what many dream of doing 365 days of the year, it just isn’t feasible at times from a expenditure and productivity point of view.  For those times where you need to get a lot of work done it makes sense to be in one particular location for a fixed period [...]

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