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If you get nervous when flying, you might want to skip the crazy airport landing videos on this page or at least avoid flying to this list of the world’s most dangerous airports. From volcanoes obstructing the approach to golf courses sandwiched between runways and worryingly high skyscrapers. There are plenty of obstacles that can […]
This article looks at some of the best June destinations around the world. Three of these come from Europe, which is well worth a visit at this time of year with long days, warmer weather at last but significantly it is still before the start of the busy summer holiday season when crowds and prices […]
Jamaica is an up and coming backpacking destination and is the perfect place for a short adventure. It is only a small island, roughly ten times smaller than neighbouring Cuba for example, so it’s easy to get around and you won’t waste days on buses and trains leaving plenty of time for exploring or just […]
Sri Lanka is little more than a speck on the map in contrast to its giant neighbour India. Were it a US state, it would only be the 41st biggest. In terms of Europe, it is almost exactly the same size as the Republic of Ireland. However despite being small, Sri Lanka does have some […]
Dreaming of travelling or taking a gap year? Backpacking your way around the world? Discover how to live all of your travel and backpacker dreams with Worldpackers. Exchange your skills for accommodation and live like a local while immersing yourself in new cultures and collaborative communities. A guest post by Janaina Colomba If you are […]
Backpacking the Philippines is gaining popularity with budget travellers looking to escape the well trodden ‘banana pancake trail’ in Southeast Asia. The island nation on the very Eastern edge of Asia is prime for exploring with thousands of miles of coastline and beaches perhaps the biggest draw. TIME NEEDED – 4 WEEKS This route is […]
Myanmar, or Burma if you prefer, is a comparatively more difficult and frustrating backpacking destination when compared to its welcoming neighbours in Southeast Asia. However it also has a special charm that often grips first-time visitors. The country certainly offers a greater sense of stepping into the unknown than some of the increasingly samey backpacking […]
Who knew doing good and helping others would cost so much? Searching online is enough to discourage any potential volunteer, with results displaying fees of $900/£700 per week excluding flights! Volunteering abroad needn’t cost a fortune, but it can rarely be done for free. A guest post by Astrid Halliday Here are some tips on […]
This post includes an explanation of the service that airbnb offer and an honest review of the pro’s and con’s of using the site/app to book accommodation. What is Airbnb? It is a website which allows you to book short to mid-term accommodation in cities and towns around the world. However instead of staying in […]
Munich is Southern Germany’s largest city and thanks to the annual Oktoberfest, it is one of the more popular destinations too, welcoming millions of visitors every year. In fact, the Bavarian capital was reported to have received the highest proportion of foreign tourists, clocking in at around 3.5 million travellers last year. While undeniably worth […]
