General Travel
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What is Bubble Tea? The Rise of a Global Trend
As a British man, I thought I knew everything there was to know about tea. I couldn’t have been more wrong! It wasn’t until I arrived in East Asia that I discovered a…
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Hotels vs Hostels: Which is Best?
There are two types of travellers, those who stay in hotels and those who stay in hostels. Once people make their choice, they tend to stick with it. Many first-time travellers are faced…
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18 Ways to Save Money While You Travel
Let’s face facts, travelling isn’t cheap! The price of hotels, flights and cocktails on the beach quickly adds up! Many people assume you have to work your fingers to the bone and save…
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Tourist vs. Traveller: What’s the Difference?
What kind of person are you, a tourist or a traveller? Most people would say that these are actually the same thing, though in reality, they couldn’t be more different. Both have completely…
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The Ultimate Guide to Street Food: Is It Safe?
Sampling local food is a must-do when travelling around the world, and there’s no better place to get a taste of the region than on the streets! Night markets and rows of stalls…
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A Westerner Abroad: How To Feel Like A Celebrity
Everyone must have wondered at some point “What’s it like being a celebrity?”. Most of us will never know what it feels like to walk in the shoes of the rich and famous.…
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The Ultimate List of Essential Travel Apps
In today’s modern world, travel is easier than ever! Gone are the days of Victorian explorers sailing for weeks on end to reach new lands. Today all manner of adventures across the world…
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The Ultimate Guide to Hostels: Pros & Cons
Hostels are the lifeblood of backpackers and budget travellers. Practically every country in the world has a supply of low budget accommodation to provide guests with a cheap and convenient place to spend…
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What COVID Means for Travel
COVID has brought the adventures of many travellers to a screeching halt. Flights are limited to extreme cases, borders are closed and much of the industry has shut down for good. Not only…
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Package Tours: Pros & Cons
Most fresh-faced travellers find themselves with a very difficult question: should I book a package tour or not? Even seasoned travellers have to ask themselves this from time to time. Is it better…
