There are many walking trails around Cape Town and one of my favourites was hiking Lions Head. Known as the mother city, Cape Town is the legislative capital of South Africa. It is one of the most historically significant cities in South Africa, as it was here that the first European colonists set foot in the country – birthing its …
Hiking Lions Head in Cape Town – What you need to know beforehand
Africa safari packing list – Plus a guide on what to wear on an African safari
Going on an African safari takes a little more forward planning than say heading away on a city escape for a few days. Depending on your you are going, you could ultimately see all four seasons in one day. Having a good idea of the best Africa safari outfits to reduce heat and insect attention, must-have camera equipment and perhaps …
Top E-Biking Trips Around the World – Discover Your Adventure Side While on Vacation
Thanks to the surging popularity of e-bikes, bike tour operators around the world are taking advantage of this by providing holidaymakers with exciting e-biking trips on battery-powered two-wheelers. For people who like to venture into the outdoors and explore what Mother Nature has to offer, there is no better to do this than on an electric bike. If you are …
Safety in Cape Town – Is Cape Town safe for tourists?
With around 4.5 million people, Cape Town is the second largest city by population in South Africa. However, the safety in Cape Town has held a bad rap for being crime-ridden and unsafe for tourists for many years. But is that true? Today I want to share my thoughts on how to ensure your safety in Cape Town and if, …
Travelling to Cape Town – A Quick Introduction To The City
Travelling to Cape Town is a backpackers and travel adventurers dream and one of my most enjoyable destinations. It has a wild side that allows you to swim with Great White sharks, go fishing for tuna 50km off shore, plenty of rugged hiking paths to enjoy and wildlife that is some of the toughest on earth. Dispute this wild and …
Old Town Baku City – A Fascinating Insight Into The Capital Of Azerbaijan
Baku city is the Azerbaijan capital and largest found in the country. The city first became popular after an oil boom in the 19th century. Before this, during the medieval ages, Baku was not the huge capital city it is now, however, it was still an important city because of the presence of a small port in the city. During …
Best Places to Visit in Ireland – Add These to Create a Charming Road Trip
Let’s discuss the best places to visit in Ireland in some detail so you can plan an epic road trip or tour around one of my favourite countries in Europe. When visiting Ireland you’re sure to quickly notice there are many beautiful cities in Ireland to visit and some truly stunning small towns, friendly people who love a chat (even …
Unusual Things To Do In Dublin – Escape The Tourist Bubble And See Something Different
When it comes to travelling much of the time we want to see the main attractions of a city or country. When we head to Paris visiting the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum are included on most peoples must-see list, with good reason of course. The same thing occurs in destinations such as Dublin, where the most viewed attractions …
Spend a memorable day on a boat charter in Barcelona – Plus how you can do it without breaking the budget
It’s no secret that Barcelona has a gorgeous coastline and matching climate that enables and encourages both locals and tourists to be outside more than undercover. The culture in Spain is one of sharing, socialising and relaxing and the beaches in Barcelona, especially from March through to the end of September, are often crowded with tourists from all over the …
15 Cheap Vacation Locations Around the World – The First Will Surprise You
Today, people base the quality of a product or experience in relation to the price. If it’s expensive, it’s assumed to be of higher quality, and vice versa. However, that’s not always true, especially when it comes to a travel experience. Your vacation is certainly an experience but that doesn’t mean it should automatically be accompanied by a high price tag. …
52 Travel Saving Tips That Will Save You Money – Number 44 Is Genius
Many people simply aren’t content to just stay in their home town these days. Its official, we love to travel and see the world nowadays, but with that often comes an expensive price. Even the cheapest locations seem to have huge price tags, and it may seem impossible to consolidate. However, I aim to share some simple travel saving tips …
Death Valley National Park – The complete travel itinerary for your visit
Despite its name, Death Valley National Park in California is far more than just a barren swath of the desert. In fact, it’s one of the most unique national parks in the United States famous for its one-of-a-kind geologic features, otherworldly landscapes, and scorching heat. (The highest temperature recorded at Death Valley is the whopping 57ºC or 134 degrees Fahrenheit! …
A Fun Holiday That’s Still Relaxing: Can It Be Done?
Feeling like you need to relax and bring everything back into balance after a recent bout of stress or business? A chance to kick back, relax and totally unwind is always going to be well-received, and we all need a break from the everyday stresses at times. A peaceful holiday is a great way to go about this, but it …
Unforgettable Fishing at Cape Town in 5 Easy Steps – Chase the fish of your dreams
Fishing might be a practice that dates back to prehistoric times and at least 40,000 years. But it was only from the 16th century when we began releasing our vessels into the oceans and seas. This produced more advanced and mass fishing options that gave birth to many different techniques such as gathering, spearing, angling. Now we even have large …
Budget travel with Busabout – Step-by-Step review of how they operate
Today I want to take a look at a company I have personally used on a few occasions over the last couple of years while travelling in Europe. It’s a company that is often overlooked compared to others offering a similar service but one I think more should consider when planning a trip to Europe. In my opinion, it is …
What to do in Lima, Peru – Popular Sights, hotels and food ideas from a local
Finding yourself in need of a new destination for your next holidays? How about heading over to South America, and going straight to Peru or adding it to your entire journey? Whichever the decision, you need to include a Lima city visit, I recently had the chance to explore this HUGE city for myself while travelling through Peru but today …
Where to stay in Bali – Ultimate Guide to the best accommodation in each region
I have been lucky enough to visit Bali on numerous occasions now and stayed in many of the most popular areas. I just love the Island and the friendly locals you can find there. It is obviously a super affordable holiday for Australians and other countries to do as well. There are beaches, great day trips and so much shopping …
Things to do in Bali and Jaw-dropping places to visit – Comprehensive travel guide
I’ve been lucky enough to visit and travel around Bali now on multiple occasions. It is a great holiday destination that offers an affordable vacation close to Australia. There are many things to do in Bali to do as well while enjoying your stay on the Indonesian Island, you can visit a volcano, check out ancient Hindu temples or just …
Comprehensive Insight into the North and South of Italy – Expert review
So you’re booking a trip to Italy, but not sure whether you should visit North and South Italy or just one of the regions? Chances are, no matter where in Italy you choose to visit you’re going to have a good time; see some amazing sites, drink some good wine and eat some great food (Italy pizza is the best). …
Discover Venice in 48 hours – What to see, plus ways to save precious time doing it
Everything you need to know for a two day visit to the mesmerising lagoon island city of Venice in Italy. Where to stay and airport travel info.