Hitting the open road with a camper van, car or motorbike is becoming an increasingly popular way for independent travelers to explore. Many people think of the vast and diverse United States of America or the huge country/continent of Australia for the best road-tripping adventures. If you’re looking for something different, however, how about exciting road trips in Africa?
Check your vehicle is road-worthy and that your belongings are well secured, buckle up and head off for memorable experiences aplenty.
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Thinking about spending the summer in Europe? Or maybe you want to through-hike the Appalachian Trail? There are many great trips you could take beyond the standard one or two weeks away. Spending a few months on an extended trip gives you the chance to really get away and reset while also learning a new place inside and out and really immersing yourself in the experience.
However, spending a few months on an extended trip also means making more plans than you otherwise would for a vacation. You will have to take care of your needs for that whole time and make sure that your business back home is settled. Here are a few things you’ll need to take care of for a longer-term trip:
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One of the obstacles that comes along with traveling for an extended period of time is managing and maintaining your wardrobe. As your activities change with your destinations and the seasons, you can quickly become stranded with a suitcase of inappropriate clothing.
Fortunately, this issue is simple to overcome as long as you observe a few key practices. Keep reading for some insider’s tips on keeping a stylish and functional wardrobe as you travel.
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There’s nothing quite like sleeping under the stars or huddling around a campfire with friends and loved ones. Now that summer is fast approaching, it is time to think about how you can make the camping season even better. And that means buying the gear you’ll need to get the most out of your outdoor adventures.
While some camping gear, such as a tent and sleeping bag, is essential and rather obvious, other items are a little more unique. And while you may not have thought of all the items that are listed below, rest assured that they can all help make your experience of the wild so much more fulfilling.
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It really can happen to anyone. One minute you’re on a forest trail, you lose concentration for a couple of minutes, and the next minute you’ve lost your bearings. You have no idea at all how to get back to your path.
For some people, it could be a worrying five minutes, but for others, it could be the start of something life-changing or even fatal. Which it is, depends on your actions, both before you set out and at the point you become lost.
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Traveling with your dog overseas especially in Asian countries is an adventure of a lifetime. Thailand’s rich cultural heritage and hospitality is the reason why tourism is so high. And in this same vein, their pet importation laws are not as strict as those in westernized countries.
Thailand, the door to southeast Asia, is an amazing place to chill and enjoy the ocean with your dog. As long as you meet the qualifications, you can travel with your four-legged friend anywhere within the country.
However, there are some important details every dog owner needs to consider when planning the logistics of your trip. To get you started, here are nine essential tips for navigating Thailand with your dog.
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If you’ve got your eyes set on Russia for your next vacation, then there’s certainly no looking back! Its grandeur and opulence in combination with the harshness of its climate will cast a spell on you.
As one of the most beautiful winter destinations in the world, Russia owes its popularity to the incredibly scenery and the majestic places it has to offer. Here is a list of only a few of them.
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For Millennials planning a trip to California, don’t book your stay in Los Angeles or San Francisco just yet. Before solidifying your trip, take a look at this bucket list of must-visit locations around the state. Making your visit far more interesting and memorable is sure.
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Everyone talks about skiing. Everyone loves skiing. But strapping two planks to your feet and hurtling down a hill may not be your idea of a dream winter vacation.
With skiing, what most people don’t talk about how tough it is to learn. Yes, you will spend hours on your butt for the first few days. On top of that, it is usually insanely expensive!
As someone who lives in Switzerland, I actually moved here partly because I love skiing. So, don’t get me wrong. I love it. But in the past few years I have been checking out other winter options and soon fell in love with snowshoeing.
Have you heard about this old-school sport, or ever considered it? Let me tell you why snowshoeing is a great idea for your next winter adventure!
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National Parks are often quoted as America’s best idea – in 1872 Yellowstone became the first national park to ever exist, and its protected status sparked an idea that spread across the country, and then across the world.
In 1916 the National Parks System was born, and since then, the US has declared 58 areas of natural wilderness to be a protected national park.
Destinations Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Yosemite are world famous, and draw enormous crowds from all corners of the globe, though there are many parks that fly under the radar, that even Americans overlook.
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The world beyond our borders is home to millions of other people, who all lead very different lives. Though have you ever wondered what it would be like to live among them? To experience a change of culture and scenery, and live abroad at least once in your life?
There are very many reasons people dream of relocating to a foreign land. This can be for work, to volunteer, study, pursue a change of scenery, or retire. Though whatever your reason, moving into a new country can be a rich and rewarding experience.
Here are my five reasons why everyone should find the energy to pack up and move abroad … at least once in their life!
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The State of Flying In 2017. It’s not good.
Flying in 2017 has become a paradox of epic proportions. Air travel is the most time-efficient method of travel. On one hand, there is simply no better way to cover great expanses of land, air, and sea in order to get from point A to point B quickly. However, there is a dark, dreaded aspect to commercial air travel. Simply stated, flying in 2017 is not an experience any of us are going to enjoy.
From being poked and prodded like swine in order to make it through security checkpoints to being crammed into ever shrinking seat-space once on the plane, everything about flying is a terrible hassle. It is no coincidence that a large percentage of flyers spend a few hours in the airport pub prior to boarding in order to make the in-flight experience a little less unbearable.
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There are several amazing Greek island day trips from Athens you can plan for. Greece’s ancient yet modern capital is the primary entry point to Greece, rich with archaeological sites, vibrant nightlife and unique urban flair. Athens is also a launching pad for Greek island excursions that are perfect day trips, each one just about an hour ferry ride away.
Here’s a look at the most popular Greek island day trips from Athens.
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Southern Finland is a unique and somewhat magical destination, made up of 40,000 islands and islets scattered over a fascinating archipelago, a vibrant European capital city, colourful Scandinavian wooden houses, and thousands of lakes and dense forests.
It is a destination on the rise with a lot to offer, especially in terms of untouched arctic and subarctic nature. Though Southern Finland isn’t just vast expanses of pristine wilderness. “Vibrant cities offer a cutting-edge urban space with world-renowned design and music scenes. There is a spectacular ensemble of modern and stately architecture, and island restaurants” serving Nordic gastronomy.
The summer months see endless days, replaced by the northern lights during winter. Though regardless of the season, the following southern destinations should feature on your Finnish adventure this year!
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Paulo Coelho in ‘The Alchemist’ says – “When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”
And thus all the universe conspired me to visit Croatia on my first ever trip to Europe. And needless to say, the visit to Plitvice Lakes National Park was the highlight of the trip.
I fell deeply and madly in love with Plitvice and I’m certain you will too. But in the absence of old newspaper in your sock drawer, I’ve put together 10 reasons to convince you.
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The Surf Coast of Victoria and its world famous beaches, makes it an incredible destination for an escape from the bustling heart of Melbourne. Just over an hour west of the CBD, The Surf Coast stretches along the Great Ocean Road, so you’ll be at no shortage of breathtaking ocean views from atop the rugged cliff faces.
Whether you make the trip in summer to soak up the sunshine from the sand, or choose to explore the region on a cooler day, there’s so much to see and do!
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While Melbourne often features on many travelers’ Australian bucket lists, there are so many awesome experiences to be found within easy reach of the city.
After you’ve hit the city’s numerous cultural sites, cruised the Yarra River, shopped till you dropped and enjoyed the main sightseeing spots, it could be time to venture a bit farther afield and discover surrounding areas. Diverse day trips from Melbourne can add even more depth to your travels in Victoria.
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Phu Quoc island is a relatively unknown tourism destination in Vietnam. Yet, the biggest island in Vietnam and the gulf of Thailand offers no shortage of tourism attractions, landmark, and unique tropical experiences.
As an almost virgin, relatively unknown destination, you can expect a clean tropical paradise with spectacular panoramas. For beach lovers, Phu Quoc is definitely a tropical paradise, but the island offers a wide variety of landscapes from rocky mountains to beaches to the city itself.
If you are looking for your next adventurous destination, Phu Quoc should be a serious contender; here are some of the unique experiences you can enjoy.
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There’s just something about Ireland. Maybe it’s the glee with which we all don green every March 17th. Maybe it’s the beautiful music, amazing scenery, or delightful accent associated with Ireland.
Whatever the source of the Emerald Isle’s mystique, it’s undeniable. It feeds the imagination of countless people all over the world, who just want to capture a little of the island nation’s magic.
For those who long to have a meaningful connection to Ireland, there’s no better way to establish that link than to trace your lineage there. In today’s world of genealogy, it’s easier than ever to find out where your ancestors were born.
If it’s your heart’s desire to follow your family tree back to Ireland, here are some tips on how to do it.
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Are you a frequent business traveler? Do you know the advantages of staying near an airport on your business trip?
Booking a hotel near the airport is better for business travelers. When traveling for business, you tend to spend a lot of your time changing flights and taking taxis. So your hotel and its location play a significant role. Airport hotels have been set up to specifically cater to the business traveler on the go, so there are many advantages of staying in these hotels.
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Before my trip to Norway, I thought of the country as a fairy tale land that although travel guides insisted was real, seemed to me to be fiction. And sure enough, you really have to be there to believe it.
Western Norway’s epic landscapes rank among the most stunning in Europe, and the “sheer drama of the fjords is alone worth the effort of coming here. Fjords of extraordinary beauty cut gashes from a jagged coastline deep into the interior, cliffs plunge down to barely populated shorelines, and waterfalls drop from impossible heights.”
I was in Norway in June, when the days are long and the light never goes away. This truly is the best time to visit because you can literally explore for 24 hours a day. And although I’m not a frequent backpacker, backpacking is the best way to experience Norway. Railway transportation is the easiest (and cheapest) way to travel around the country, and having a backpack is a very practical as you’ll find there’s a lot of walking ahead of you.
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Senior citizens are now considered one of the fastest growing demographics in travel, while travel was once seen as a pastime of the young and responsibility-free, there’s truly no age limit on travel in 2017!
In fact, older travelers are more likely to globetrot than the younger generation. And they’re more intrepid too! “Quite often one hears of grannies and grandads cycling across the United States or Canada, or from Helsinki to Gibraltar, or from Mexico to Patagonia.” This 90 year old woman with cancer said no to chemo and yes to traveling the world in a camper.
So with this in mind, we’ve put together the following travel tips for retirees. Because it does become more important to plan carefully and cleverly with your age.
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There are always things that pop up, limiting our ability to travel. But sometimes, it’s simply the way we view situations that make us believe they are obstacles.
Next time you think you can’t visit that country you’ve had your eye on, consult this list and find out how you can make travel happen anywhere, anytime.
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Greece is one of Europe’s most popular vacation destinations. As well as the mainland peninsula, the country has hundreds of beautiful islands. Anyone with even a passing interest in history will know that Ancient Greece introduced many ground-breaking advances to the world. Indeed, Greece is often referred to as the Cradle of Western Civilization.
There are many destinations in Greece where you can step back in time and appreciate the skills, knowledge and innovations of the ancient Greeks. From mathematics, astronomy, medicine and science to democracy, architecture, literature and art, the world would surely be a lot different today without the people from Greek’s past.
Greece is a land steeped in legends and myths. It was a place that the world watched in anticipation, with awe and admiration for the numerous developments and ideas. With myriad historical and cultural treasures throughout the country, weekend trips to Greece can be the ideal way to stoke your passion for learning more about the nation’s rich legacies.
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Running out of money while traveling can be a nightmare. And for most travelers this means having to head home. But what if you could earn money while traveling, without having to worry about work visas, and it was enough to keep you on the road?
As luck would have it, there are always ways to earn extra money so long as you can find an internet connection. Broke on the road? The following websites let you earn cash online!
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