England has a notorious reputation for being a nation where you’re prone to be served some quite unsatisfying food, however I’m not certain that is a fair reputation. The UK draws motivation from the cooking of numerous different nations so it’s actually very varied. In any run of the mill British town you can appreciate sustenance from any number of nations – and Britain likewise has its works of art which are cherished everywhere throughout the world. Number one on the rundown of great British dishes must be fish and chips. There isn’t a main road in the country where you can’t get a […]
Melbourne is quite simply a “backpacker’s classic” so while touring the city you will want to make the most of your time here before you move on to yet more Australian cliches. It’s a big city and pumps out a lot, leaving you with always things to see and do. Melbourne is well connected to other parts of Australia by train, by road ad also on internal flights. These are five cool things to do in Melbourne, which is the capital city of the Victoria Province of Australia. 1.Neighbours Tour The famous Australian soap opera, which has been running for 30 years, is called Neighbours. […]
Over my years of travel I have loved going on road trips. I used to own a car when I lived in Australia, and in England and I would always fill it up and head out on an adventure. As a long term overland backpacker these days I rely on public transport a lot more but nothing beats having your own car. If you are going on a road trip, here are my best tips, I’ve put them into a top 5 for you and may share more again in future. 1.Sleep in your car Instead of just driving from hostel to hostel and staying […]
If you’re backpacking your way to Indonesia, be ready for a trip of textbook adventure and wild emotions. This is an extremely diverse country, pumped jam full of excellent backpacker sights. Indonesia is rich in history, religion, wildlife, culture and also natural beauty. There are thousands of islands to explore in this country that houses a ridiculously crazy 260 million people, yes that is pure lunacy in a nutshell, but there are also quiet parts where that number will seem slightly exaggerated. I love the country though and I buzz off it. A good option for first timers is to visit Java. Here, the hub of Jakarta serves as the […]
If you’re an avid traveller, then you’ve more than likely got Europe on your list of places to see. Many people don’t just visit Europe quickly before getting on to the ‘real’ travelling. They spend time really exploring and getting to know the place. Europe is a brilliant place for travellers all on its own. Here are some of the best tips for travelling around Europe: Look at Hostels Of course if you want the real European travelling experience, it only makes sense to stay in hostels. Safe hostels, of course! You’ll save a lot of money and get to meet people who are doing […]
Self-catering holidays offer a level of privacy and flexibility that is not available when you stay at a hotel. You don’t have to keep to rigid meal times or dress for breakfast and dinner. You have more space to move around in, and you’re not confined to one room. They provide a relaxed and intimate base for your vacation. Enjoy your holiday to the max by following our simple guide. Gather as much information about your accommodation as you can. What kitchen equipment will be provided? Will there be cleaning accessories and other sundries? What about bedding and towels? Will you have access to […]
Everybody has heard of Rome and most of us want to go there on our travel adventures but with so much information on this beast of a city, where do you start? Perhaps a very obvious “textbook top 5” is the way to see this city – that way you get to see the main sights easily and can then pick and choose the oddball sights once you have these out of the way. As well – Rome is actually a lot cheaper than you’d expect. You can get a day card for the metro for around 7 Euros, unlimited travel! Without further ado and […]
Today I introduce you to a cool new WiFi Rental Service in Italy for travellers, ExpressoWiFi. This service allows the tourist full access to the internet in Italy when you’re touring the country, meaning you can be online 24/7 if you want. It’s a portable device which is perfect for staying connected during your stay in the country. Here are some of my favourite features from this cool new service, ExpressoWiFi due to the fact you are always online: 1.You can make calls and video calls with Skype or other VoIP services, good for keeping in touch with family when in Italy. 2.You can constantly share your […]
This post was posted by The Hipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on 28th December 2015. Big cities are big for a reason: Lots of people want to live in, work in, and visit them. But that popularity comes with a price—literally. Too often, would-be visitors who are traveling on a budget get shunted to cities’ outskirts instead of getting to experience the thrill of being in the thick of things. But such is not the case with these five hotels, which sit right in the heart of a variety of big cities and still manage to cost less than $250 a night. 1. Embassy Suites, Boca Raton, FL A […]
Facts And Information On Crossing Borders by Jonny Blair People that go for road trips look to have a lot of fun moments during their outings. When such trips extend into neighboring countries, there are several factors that need to be considered. To void illegal entrants into their territories, most countries have strict laws that govern entrance into their territories. The regulations govern any crossing of borders by people or goods. People get into new countries for many reasons; some for business purpose and others in search of jobs. Therefore, it is important that individuals are conversant with regulations governing border crossing. There normally are […]
