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Rotorua and Taupo are two fairly small towns in New Zealand’s North Island, both surrounded by natural beauty. Whilst there are lots of activities you can pay to do in the area, there are many natural attractions that you can visit for free. Below is a list of free things to do in Rotorua, Taupo … Read more
In 2023, we spent three weeks on a road trip around New Zealand. I spent ages looking into campervans before we went but due to a cancelled ferry and a last minute flight to the South Island we actually ended up hiring two campervans – with two very different experiences. There’s a lot to know … Read more
Doi Inthanon is a National Park in Northern Thailand. The mountainous landscape is speckled with waterfalls and spectacular views. Although the peak is around a 2 hour drive from Chiang Mai, you can easily break up the journey with lots of sights to visit along the way. Here is an itinerary from a one day … Read more
Bangkok, Thailand is a city filled with decadent temples. It could take days to explore them all but here is a guide to Bangkok’s most famous temples that can be visited in a day or day and a half. Leng Buia Ia Shrine in China Town Located in the heart of China Town hidden down … Read more
Doi Pui is a mountain to the west of Chiang Mai where you will find Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. The park is a popular day trip from Chiang Mai, with many other attractions worth visiting on route. Here is a suggested itinerary for a day trip to Doi Pui from Chiang Mai. Doi Pui Day … Read more
Vientiane is a small capital city located in Laos, just over the border from Thailand. As capital cities go, there aren’t tonnes of tourist attractions in Vientiane but what is there is unique to the city. Visiting Vientiane can be a great entry point to Loas and a stop over on your way to Laos’ … Read more
Bangkok and Luang Prabang are two popular stops on any South East Asia itinerary. You could fly between the two but if you want to cut down on air travel (and costs), you can take the train instead. The journey is fairly straight forward. However you can’t just buy a train ticket from Bangkok to … Read more
Luang Prabang is a scenic town in Laos. Boasting a UNESCO World Heritage site and surrounded by spectacular nature, Luang Prabang is must visit on any South East Asia itinerary. Whether you are planning to visit for one day or a week, here are the best things to do in Luang Prabang, plus day trips … Read more
Ninh Binh is a beautiful area in the North of Vietnam. Despite being just a few hours from Hanoi, Ninh Binh could hardly be more different. Swap the city for a rural landscape as skyscrapers become luscious green hills with row boat-filled rivers drifting in between. Here are 10 suggestions of things to do in … Read more
Hanoi is one of the biggest cities in Vietnam with a population of 5 million people. It has a bustling, vibrant atmosphere with lots to offer visitors. Spending three or four days in Hanoi is a great start to a Vietnam itinerary. Here are some of the best things to do in Hanoi wrapped up … Read more
Angkor Wat is a 12th century Hindu-Buddist temple that is well known as the symbol of Cambodia. So much so that it even features on the flag. Not only is the temple huge – the biggest religious monument in the world – but it is actually part of a much wider complex of temples and … Read more
Chefchaouen is known as Morocco’s Blue City and it’s easy to see why. The old town is almost entirely painted blue. From the cobbled streets to the stepped alleyways, from cafes and market stalls to the local’s homes. It is all blue! There is plenty to see and do in the city as well as … Read more
Traveling Europe by train is one of the best ways to see the continent. An interrail ticket allows you to purchase one ticket to use to travel on hundreds of different trains around Europe. The tickets come in various forms, ranging from travel on 4 days within one month or unlimited travel for 15-90 days. … Read more
Morocco is a beautiful country with a mixture of ancient cities, markets and rural landscapes to explore. It is a great country to tour around but before you plan your trip, here are some top Morocco travel tips. Hopefully this article will make your journey a little smoother! Train Travel in Morocco Train travel is … Read more
Europe isn’t a huge continent but there is so much to explore. You can visit some of world’s busiest cities like London, Paris and Berlin. Connect with nature in Norway’s Fjords or the Dolomites in Italy. Discover rich history and culture at Athen’s Acropolis, the Colosseum in Rome and Anne Frank’s home in Amsterdam. Study … Read more
Oslo, Norway is a great city to visit for a long weekend. There is lot to squeeze into 48 hours so here is the perfect itinerary to see all the top sights in just 2 days in Oslo. This itinerary is roughly split into a free Day and an Oslo Pass day. By this, I … Read more
Marrakesh is a bustling city in the heart of Morocco. It is a fantastic introduction to Morocco. Three days in Marrakesh is enough time to get a flavour of the markets of the Medina and important cultural sights, as well as visit the famous Jardin Marjorelle in the newer part of town. Plus you could … Read more
Newcastle Upon Tyne is a fantastic city with lots to explore, but it is also situated a beautiful part of the country. A short bus, train or metro ride can take you to some magical places around the North East of England or even a little further afield. Here are some of the best days … Read more
Santorini is a beautiful Greek island, famous for its stunning sunsets, white washed buildings and blue domed roofs. Although it is a small island, there are still plenty of options when it comes to where to stay in Santorini. The two most popular towns for tourists to visit are Fira, the island’s capital and Oia. … Read more