Stories From 79 Countries
Everything we've written, from 13 years on the road.
Superglue is a Surprisingly Important Addition to Your Travel Backpack
Having visited more than 70 countries over the years, our experience has allowed us to be more prepared than most travellers. We’ve hit bumps along the way, experienced problems that we have quickly had to solve, and learned what we need to pack to make our next...
How to Enjoy an Extra Special Honeymoon in Canada
Most honeymooners love to choose tropical destinations for the sun and sandy beaches. But don’t overlook a luxurious destination like Canada. The country is vast, so you will never run out of destinations to choose from. Better yet, its lack of notice as a “honeymoon...
Denied Boarding? Here’s what to do
When travelling around the world, it’s inevitable that things don’t always go as planned. This is particularly true with flying. It’s wonderful how air travel has made journeys of a lifetime more tangible and affordable and the result is that many more people are...
What to do in Melbourne, Australia: 4 Favourite Places
Travelling to Australia? Today we introduce the capital of the southern state of Victoria, Melbourne. Known for food, culture, festivals and sport, here are our top 4 sites to check out when you’re visiting down under. Botanical Gardens (central) Accessible by foot or...
4 things to know about Canada before visiting it
If you are an American, then you might consider Canada as a little brother located towards the north of the United States. It's located towards the extreme north of the US. When it comes to travel, this particular country has a lot to give you. I have come through...
7 Things Every Traveller Needs to Know Before Visiting the US
The United States gets millions of tourists every year. Some go shopping in New York City while others head to California to soak up the sun and surfing culture. If you’re planning a trip, check out these seven things every traveller needs to know before they visit...
Going on a cruise from the UK
Thinking of taking a cruise this year? There are several things to consider, especially if you’re departing from the UK. Here’s how to get ready for your holiday. Seasickness It doesn’t matter if you’re heading off on one of the cheap cruises from Newcastle or going...
The top destinations in the Baltics
The Baltics is a region in northeast Europe bordering Russia and Belarus. Consisting of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, the Baltics has only recently experienced a tourism boom. Millions of tours visit the three countries each year either on a Baltic sea cruise or...
Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: Our Experience Doing The 2-Day Tour
This time last week we were exploring one of the most toxic places in the world. We climbed to the top of an abandoned apartment block that hasn’t been lived in since April 1986. We walked on soil that has been infiltrated with deadly radioactive particles. We went to...
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