The Routeburn Track is nearly as famous as the Milford Track, but many people think that it’s the nicer one of both. The countryside got more changes and something which is very important is that there are less sand flies, as most parts of the track are above the tree line. The distances between the
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Another installment of our ‘Local Insider Series’ – this time bringing good ol’ London into the limelight. Emma Beynon, Marketing Manager for BUNAC is a born and bred Londoner, and wanted to give us the goss on where’s hot in town nowadays. And she doesn’t just talk about east London. I count myself very lucky
Hiking is a big deal in Taiwan and with good reason. There are literally hundreds of world class hikes all over the island that attract locals and tourists alike to their stunning scenery. Being a largely mountainous country, there is no surprise that the hiking here is so good. It might come as a surprise
Raylin Pellatt (@rayy_baybay), is a major travel enthusiast having visited over twenty four countries (and counting)!. Having recently graduated from Michigan State last year, she’s relocated to Prague and has put together a list of her must-sees for the Czech Republic’s capital city! It’s the ultimate Eastern European city break – what are you waiting
Travelling by train Half of the adventure lies in the journey itself. The scenic and most opted for method of transport is by train – and not to mention incredibly affordable compared to other options of renting a car or flying via seaplane. If you’re travelling from Colombo Fort station, which is the main hub
Tristan Davis is in his senior year at New York University where he studies Politics, Human Rights, and Middle Eastern/Islamic studies. Tristan spent 3 months traveling through the Balkans this past year. For more of Tristan’s Eastern European adventures, read this. Bulgaria is an up-and-coming tourist destination: On the Eastern side, there are beaches and
Asia is a must visit continent that should appear in every traveller’s diary. Home to some of the best monuments, lip-smacking food, a variety of spices, flora, fauna, and ethnicity, Asia is every traveller’s delight. With top 10 places to visit and strike off your bucket list, here is your Asia trip planner. Cities to
Many people love to travel to Europe, but from the exchange rate to the cost of airfare making things affordable while away can be a bit daunting. Fear not! After returning from her study abroad in Greece, Calli Jansen, our Michigan State University Student Ambassador, has compiled a list of a some quick tips on
Several major airline services have made new changes to their carry-on policies, some of you may find this a challenge to keep up with. Not knowing these new changes or how to best navigate them could easily cause you to experience dreaded travel delays. No one wants to miss out on the vacation they have
While Taiwan’s capital is home to plenty of attractions in its own right (and certainly worth the trip!), visitors to Taipei often miss the incredible gems located in the surrounding area. Taipei’s unique neighborhoods and nearby small towns are the perfect addition to any Taiwanese adventure. 1. Jiufen Looking to visit the town that looks
Thinking of visiting Sarajevo? You definitely should – it’s a beautiful city, and it’s perfect for travellers on a budget! With a very rich history, gorgeous architecture and friendly locals, it’s one of the best quaint cities in Southeastern Europe. But, there are several things about Sarajevo that all those articles won’t tell you. Like
This travelogue is about 3 friends embarking on a 20-day wilderness hike in one of the most beautiful alpine areas in northern Sweden: Sarek National Park. Sarek National Park The Sarek National Park is a national park in Jokkmokk Municipality, Lapland in northern Sweden. Established in 1909–1910, the park is one of the oldest national
Belfast is definitely a place to add to your bucket list, particularly if you’re interested in exploring a city’s more unique side. There are countless things to see in Belfast that some may not consider, and if you’ve got the freedom to spend leisure time in the city, take advantage of it. In order to
Crete is a wonderful place for a holiday as it has something for everyone. Crete is home to lots of Greece’s cultural heritage. It’s also a picturesque place that’s ideal for those who like to explore. Don’t visit a naturally beautiful place like Crete without checking out everything nature has to offer. 1. Visit Balos
Spain is a country that is renowned for its big, open squares that give large outdoor spaces for locals and tourists to take advantage of the sun and sit outside socialising. This is no different in Barcelona, as they have many squares throughout the city, offering amazing places to get a drink with food and
Travelling, even backpacking, can cost a lot of money and that means we have to be more conscious about budget. If we are going to be able to visit those far off destinations we have always dreamed about and spend a decent amount of time there then this is vital. We need to find ways
Salmon fishing is a sport all Americans and Canadians love, blessed by the natural abundance of trout in the Americas and the yearly steelhead run from Alaska and Russia back into the rivers of North America and Canada, there is no doubt why so many of the worlds best trout fishing lures come from the
For many of us younger Vietnamese, Tet always had been something very important to our families, to our culture and to our people. However, we often don’t understand certain things that the older folks in the family usually say and do during these 3 important days of the Lunar New Year. Just like many of
Nearly 30 years ago, a young Daniel Humm peeled vegetables in Claridge’s. Little did he know that he would end up returning to that same spot – but this time with a lot more gravitas. Humm has opened his dream restaurant, Davies and Brook, with a moniker that credits its London location, on the corner
Do the Roaring Twenties signal the end of the Whimpering Teens? I couldn’t help wondering, listening to the robust grumbles of disapproval over tomato soup for dinner at a luxury detox weekend in Upminster. Glass House, a recently opened white-cubed retreat, jutting from isolated Essex green fields, takes its low-carb vegan food philosophy seriously. However,