Aruba is famous as being an all inclusive tourist paradise, and with good reason, but don’t make the mistake of thinking that is all it is. For those intrepid travellers willing to look beyond the surface Aruba will reveal a deeper, wilder side that is perfect for independent backpackers.
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Aruba Left Me Black, Blue and Very Red, But Loving Every Minute!
Aruba is well known for being a beach filled Caribbean paradise and most visitors come here to rest in one of the islands luxury resorts, but I had no plans for rest and relaxation. This trip was all about discovering Aruba’s adventure filled heart instead, and it left me black, blue and very red!
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Posted in Destinations
Posted in Destinations
Adventure Is Just More Fun In The Philippines!
The Philippines is far more than just a tropical paradise, the country has a lot to offer adventure seeking backpackers and adrenaline junkies on a gap year too, and makes raising your pulse more fun than you can imagine!
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Posted in Destinations, Travel Talk
Posted in Destinations, Travel Talk
Why Travel Insurance Is Essential On Your Gap Year.
Planning your gap year is an exciting process, full of opportunity and wonder, and the last thing you want to do is think about anything going wrong. The problem is, you need to. It is essential that you spend at least a little bit of time ensuring that you have the right insurance cover for your backpacking trip just in case the worst does happen.
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Posted in Travel Tips
Posted in Travel Tips
Real Mountain Biking And Cultural Awakenings In Tirol.
Adventure travel gets a visual boost as I mountain bike down the Kaiser mountain range in Tirol, Austria.
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Posted in Destinations
Posted in Destinations
Revitalising My Health And Wellbeing In Tirol, Austria.
I needed to revitalize my health and wellbeing after getting burnt out, and some time in the mountains of Tirol, Austria gave me just what I needed.
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Posted in Travel Health
Posted in Travel Health
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