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Palestine is one of the most thought-provoking, emotional and ‘real’ countries I have ever visited. If you take the time to explore the reality of …

I love the street art of South America!  So vibrant, so colourful and inspirational! And Colombia is leading the pack, with its capital Bogota quickly …

São Paulo as a city surprised me. It’s one of those travel destinations that is continually under-rated with most guides and backpackers seeing it as …

I think street art has to be my favourite type of art. It can take a ridiculous number of forms – abstract, political, fun, raw, …

A beautiful destination like New Zealand is hard not to dream about. Actually, “magical” might be the better word if we’re being more specific. For …

When traveling to the South Island of New Zealand, the biggest city of the region is a destination not to be missed. With so many …

Named by Lonely Planet as one of the best places to travel in the world, this region on the west of New Zealand’s North Island …

Stockholm has essentially become synonymous with cool, even in the already-super-cool Scandinavian region. With its stylish locals, trendy cafes, and love of design, you know …

Athens, Greece, is the birthplace of western civilization. It was the home of major historical figures like Plato, Socrates, and Euripides. The city has a …

The four and a half star, 100% New Zealand-owned and operated Distinction Dunedin Hotel is without a doubt one of the premier accommodation options in …

Films are a great way to find new places to visit and inspire people to travel into the unknown, and movies set in Brazil are …

Buenos Aires provides the perfect setting for many beguiling films with its remarkable architecture, cobblestone streets, and nostalgic cafés. Not to mention its vibrant street …

It is hard not to feel captivated by all the top things to do in Brisbane. This is a remarkably cosmopolitan outdoor-lifestyle city located in …

Chile is one of the world’s most underrated travel destinations, a country of extremes from the sophisticated vineyards of Valle del Maipo and the urban …

Florida, the southeasternmost U.S. state, is one of the world’s most sought-after travel destinations filled with beautiful reefs, Latin-American cultural influences, animated people, beautiful nature, …

The Czech Republic is one of the most engrossing travel destinations in the world, an intertwined mess of historical and contemporary excitement from the history-soaked …

Russia is one of the world’s most captivating travel destinations, a juxtapositioned jumble of medieval, Soviet, and modern treats from the history-soaked streets of Moscow …

Argentina is one of the world’s most captivating travel destinations, a country of extremes from the sophisticated vineyards of Mendoza and the urban jungle of …

Hearing the word ‘Florida’ immediately conjures up images of sunshine, beaches, lush tropics, and spring break. In reality, it’s all of these things and more. …

Few countries capture the imagination the way that bonnie Scotland does. Despite the notoriously bad weather, it’s one of the most fascinating places you can …

One of the world’s most fascinating countries, there are so many things to do in Brazil that adventure-hungry travelers are spoilt for choice. Whether you …

It is hard not to feel captivated by all the fun things to do in Sydney. This is a remarkably cosmopolitan coastal knockout after all …

Miami City in Florida is one of those destinations you just can’t help falling in love with – whether you want to or not! With …

Campeche – a stunning colonial UNESCO World Heritage site in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula – is like something straight out of a fairy tale, complete with …

Some places just truly take your breath away. Stop you dead in your tracks, mouth gaping, in awe – usually of nature’s pure majesty. The …

Oaxaca City is easily one of the most vibrant and chronically overlooked cities we have ever visited – and is one place in Mexico you …

With the opening up of Cuba to the world recently, tourism is booming here, and there’s been no more excellent time to explore its magical …

For anyone who has traveled within Latin America, you will know…well, while there is always a gay scene to be found, it is not frequently …

Mexico City, one of the biggest cities on Earth, has in recent years also become a burgeoning tourism magnet after cleaning up its act. Development …

An intoxicating blend of the old-world nostalgia and break-neck modern development, there are hundreds, if not thousands, of things to do in Hanoi! Choosing just …

Visiting Montreal should be on the top of every traveler’s bucket list. A mangifique love-child of England and France, with a dash of Americana for …

Even cooler than Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and just as beautiful – Ottawa City in Canada has long been erroneously overshadowed by nearby Toronto and …

Bergen – a picturesque, harborside city in Norway is suddenly the destination everyone is talking about. With beautiful fjords, colorful houses, plentiful museums, and innovative …

While to most of the world, Norway is deep fjords, majestic mountains, and expansive wilderness, just spend a few minutes asking an Oslovian what to …

I’ll be honest: Chișinău, probably the ugliest European capital, was not at the top of my travel bucket list. However, when a stroke of luck …

Taipei, the Capital of tantalizing Taiwan, it’s a vibrant metropolis with enough attractions to fill months, if not years. While the towering Taipei 101 skyscraper …

A large, mega-city known as the cultural melting pot of Southeast Asia: Kuala Lumpur is often at the top of travelers’ bucket lists for those …

Kuala Lumpur is a sprawling, mega-city known as the cultural melting pot of South East Asia and is often at the top of travelers bucket …

If love is in the air, there is plenty of romantic things to do in Sydney to help Cupid work his magic! Whether you live in …

A captivating mixture of Medieval fairy-tale charm, contemporary New Nordic dining and hidden hipster hotspots, splashed with a few cultural and architectural relics of the …

Singapore, the legendary garden city-state located in the heart of South East Asia, is a melting pot in the truest sense of the word. An …

Hot off the press: Berlin and Hamburg aren’t the only cities in Germany (and while we’re on the subject, Frankfurt is more than just an …

The ‘islands’ near NYC (Long Island, Rhode Island) often get a bad rep as nothing more than suburban surroundings to the Big Apple, but to …

One of the only problems with a country having an incredible capital city is that other places tend to get overlooked – that certainly seems …

You find this gem of a city in the northwest of Portugal, colorful buildings tumbling down the hillsides to the banks of the Rio Douro. …

Is it just us, or is everyone suddenly talking about Lisbon? Portugal’s capital seems to be top of the visit-list for 90% of the people …

Nestled on the Baltic Sea at the mouth of Latvia’s River Daugava, Riga is so much more than the picturesque Gothic city it initially appears …

A Florida Road Trip is the perfect vacation idea – no matter how little or much time you have! There are literally hundreds of destinations …

Buenos Aires is a city like no other. A city of tango, food, shopping, and nightlife. A city that inspires to greatness, that gets under …

Miami is the most populous metro in the Southeastern United States and one of the largest urban areas in the whole nation. It plays a …

Who doesn’t want to travel without breaking the bank? Getting away from the stress and pressure of daily life is important – but you needn’t …

Mexico is a very vibrant and diverse country, full of incredible sights and activities to entertain any traveler. Prepare to immerse yourself in a world …

They say that Colombia has all of Latin America in one country. While we wouldn’t presume to say this, it does reflect the complexity and …

Ok – I know a review of a hostel should at least start off being as unbiased as possible, but screw it, I’m just going …

Medellin, Columbia is a city with a rich, storied history – it was founded as part of a Spanish colony, and then later became a …

Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, has a uniquely vibrant culture that takes influences from Chinese, Japanese, and American traditions, but with its own twist. It’s …

Panama City is a difficult place to get a grasp of – a muddled mixture of soaring skyscrapers, ramshackle buildings, and chaotic highways, and on …

Sinatra once expressed his desire to be a part of it; a desire that we can very much get on board with. New York is …

So you’re in the famous Colombia coffee triangle and want to experience an authentic coffee tour? Obviously, you want to experience the rich Colombian coffee …

Do you want to make a difference on your holiday? Not interested in ‘fluffy’ volunteering with baby elephants and turtles which costs a lot and …

If you’re heading to Palestine be sure not to miss the Battir Ecomuseum, a thousand year old natural landscape of terraces and springs used by generations …

I have fallen in love with El Salvador – yes, if your a frequent reader you will surely know I say this often but I …

Hotel Playa Reina on Panama’s remote Azuero peninsula represents a return to fundamentals, a elegantly simple hotel in a stunning beachfront location free of the distractions …

Looking for a relaxed, easy-going hostel to escape to during your stay in the chaotic Panamanian Metropolis?  Want to enjoy a quiet, leafy suburb teaming with …

When you’re exploring a new city or even a new country food is one of the most of the most exciting parts. It’s something we …

Have you heard of Buga, a sleepy town in Colombia’s Cauca Valley most famously known for religious pilgrimages? No? I’m pretty sure you hadn’t, as …

Popayan is perhaps one of the most underrated tourist attractions in Colombia. Nicknamed La Ciudad Blanca, or ‘the White City’ Popayan is one of South …

I think I have fallen in love with Buenos Aires. A vibrant, contrasting city with a ridiculous amount of things to do – if it’s …

Do you dream of cocktails at sunset? White sand under your toes and the sound of waves crashing on the beach? A stress-free location away …