You are so lucky to travel so much. That is perhaps one of the most common things people say to me when they hear about what I do, but it isn’t luck. Travelling the world is a conscious choice that involves a lot of sacrifices of things other people take for granted. If you want to follow your dreams and travel the world as well, especially in the long term, then you will have to make the same sacrifices.
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The Sacrifices Of Long Term Travel.
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Posted in Travel Talk
Posted in Travel Talk
10 Common Travel Mistakes In India.
India is one of the most popular backpacking destinations in the world, and for good reason, but it isn’t always the easiest destination to travel through and can give most backpackers a heavy case of culture shock. Here are the 10 most common travel mistakes all backpackers make on their first time in India, and how you can avoid them.
How Much To Budget For A Month Backpacking In The Philippines.
The Philippines is one of the best backpacking destinations in the world for travellers on a budget, and you can experience some of south east Asia’s best beaches, food, culture and laid back backpacker culture for very little money. I get asked all the time how much it costs to travel in the Philippines and this article will help you plan exactly how much to budget for a month in this awesome country.
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Posted in Travel Tips
Posted in Travel Tips
The Ultimate Packing List For Backpacking Thailand.
Thailand is still the ultimate backpacker destination, with so many backpackers making it their first stop on a larger gap year adventure. Despite this, many first time travellers don’t know what to expect from Thailand and struggle with knowing what to pack and what to bring, with so many backpackers taking way too much. Here is the ultimate packing guide for backpacking around Thailand to help you choose what to take and what to leave behind.
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Posted in Travel Tips
Posted in Travel Tips
Why Tourism Is Essential For Improving Animal Care In Wildlife Travel.
Wildlife tourism can do a lot of good, but it can do a lot of harm too. The good news is that tourism can ensure the good and stop the harm, and travelers can play an integral role in helping all…
Tagged with: animal care gap year, Animal conservation, animal exploitation, animal Rights, animal sanctuaries, animal tourism, animals in captivity, does wildlife tourism harm animals, how to interact with wildlife on your gap year, responsible wildlife tourism, wildlife conservation, wildlife exploitation, wildlife exploitation in tourism, wildlife rehabilitation centres, wildlife tourism, wildlife tourism in Thailand, zoo
Posted in Responsible Travel
Posted in Responsible Travel
Where To Stay In Bangkok. An Insiders Guide To The Best Bangkok Neighbourhoods.
Bangkok is many backpackers first introduction to Thailand and south east Asia, and can seem overwhelming at first with so many things to do and so many places to stay, so where do you start? Here is an insiders guide…
What To Expect And Prepare For At Your First Full Moon Party.
The full moon party is a right of passage amongst many backpackers in Thailand, but what is it exactly? What should you expect from the famous island party and what do you need to know before you go? The full…
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Posted in Destinations, Travel Tips
Posted in Destinations, Travel Tips
The Quick, Easy Guide To Getting Around South East Asia.
South east Asia is one of the most popular backpacker destinations in the world, but with so many travellers island hopping and crossing borders regularly the question of how to get around south east Asia whilst sticking to a budget always comes up. Flying? Over land? Over sea? The good news is getting around south east Asia on a budget is actually really easy and this expert guide will tell you how.
Tagged with: bus, MRT, south east asia, South East Asia gap year, south east Asia transport, taxi, train, transport south east Asia, tuk tuk
Posted in Travel Tips
Posted in Travel Tips
Nayo Smart Anti Theft Carry On Backpack Review.
The Nayo Smart Anti Theft backpack is a great little pack that looks stylish and is perfect for an extra carry on bag or as a daypack when travelling, but it is its anti theft features which really make it indispensable for travellers on their round the world adventure.
Tagged with: anti theft, anti theft backpack, backpack, backpack review, backpack security features, backpacking, Nayo Smart, Nayo Smart Anti Theft Backpack review
Posted in Reviews
Posted in Reviews
Should Travellers Boycott Controversial Destinations?
There are plenty of destinations around the world that have what some consider controversial political or cultural stances on many issues, from women’s or human rights abuses to LGBTQ issues or the actions of oppressive dictatorships to name but a few, but does that mean travellers should boycott a destination? Should your ethical or moral viewpoint dictate where you travel to? What would you do?
Tagged with: backpacking, boycott destinations, ethical travel, gap year, travel, travel boycott, what is a travel boycott
Posted in Responsible Travel, Travel Talk
Posted in Responsible Travel, Travel Talk
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