May 3, 2012

City of the Week: Taipei!

The following is a guest post from fellow travel addict Ava Apollo of Be My Travel Muse. A lot of places can be described as the perfect meeting of East and West, but in few locales is this actually true. Taipei, Taiwan, the capital city of an island just south of Hong Kong in the Republic of China, is one of the few places where there truly is a dynamic merging of the two hemispheres. Taipei has made its transformation into the energetic city it is today thanks to Taipei’s #1 business: tech. This rapidly-modernizing city provides the perfect gateway…

May 2, 2012

The Best Beaches in Goa!

Goa may be India’s smallest state, but with its long stretches of white sandy beach, Goa is fast becoming one of India’s most popular tourist destinations. It is renowned for its beautiful beaches and its amazing churches (yup, the Portuguese were here a longgg time ago) and temples, so there is plenty of opportunity for some rest and relaxation, but also for immersing yourself in plenty of culture. Goa holidays can be a chance for you to unwind on some of the most incredible beach frontage the world has to offer. If you want some peace and tranquility, Agonda Beach in…

April 30, 2012

The Alcazaba of Malaga, Spain

Spain is one of my favorite countries. Yes, it’s where my precious latinas’ families originated from, but it also hold a special place in my heart for the history, the people, the cuisine, the landscapes and just because. I spent 6 months in Barcelona while in college and had the privilege of traveling around a good amount and experiencing much of what the country has to offer. Spain sports many different regions with distinct cultures, langauages foods and scenery, which makes any weekend trip in any direction from where you fly into worth while. One of the nicest places to visit is…

April 29, 2012

Photo(s) of the Week: Being Hipster at the MoMa in NYC

I was recently up in NYC again visiting some friends and decided to head to the MoMa one rainy afternoon instead of a bar. What we didn’t realize was that everyone else in the city had the same idea. Somehow we weaseled our way to the front of the line, flashed are expired college ID’s, paid our nicely discounted entrance fee and began our tour of, I’d have to say, one of the best modern art museums I’d ever had the pleasure of viewing. I don’t know what it was about these stairs at the MoMa in NYC, but I stayed there and…

April 25, 2012

Three Days in Puebla, Mexico

When booking my flight to Radiohead in Mexico City, I figured if I was making the trip all the way to Mexico (it’s only three hours from Miami), I’d best make a little vacation out of it. I lived for the winter of 2010 in Queretaro, which is a city three hours north of Mexico City. I I traveled the region pretty extensively, so this time I wanted to either go South or East. After pestering some local Chilangos (Mexis from Mex City) on where a nice place to go for a few days, they all agreed on Puebla. I…

April 22, 2012

How I Always Get a Deal!

I refuse to pay full price for things. Yea I know I’m Jewish, but this has nothing to do with my that. From clothes to traveling, I feel with a little research, you can save a lot of money on purchasing flights, hotels, hell even your favorite cologne or perfume. I also like to take advantage of ordering things online, because for now at least, if the website your ordering from is not based in the state in which you live, you don’t pay sales tax. You have to be careful though, because sometimes shipping negates those savings, so finding…

April 19, 2012

Europe’s Best Festivals!

It has got to that time of year again where line-ups are being announced and tickets are selling out – and although there’s no Glasto in England’s gloriously wet south-west this summer, there are plenty of festivals to satisfy every foot tapping, roof-raising festival goer out there. Head away from famously damp Britain to the warmer shores of mainland Europe to be rewarded by a myriad of festivals that will satisfy every musical indulgence – dance until dawn on a Croatian beach or take part in a beer-fuelled air guitar comp in an unheard of town in the middle of…

April 17, 2012

Surf Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: The North Shore of Oahu

The following is a guest post from a college friend of mine, Nick Castaldo. He is a big time surfer and recently went on a trip to the infamous North Shore of Oahu to experience the waves he only could dream about when he was 15, pimpled and had to read Surfer magazine and grudgingly look up to see the shitty swells at the Jersey Shore where he proudly hails from. Enjoy! The coffee is brewed before the sun is up and the alarms are ringing. I know exactly what time it is. I’ve been practically counting the seconds leading…

April 16, 2012

Tourist Attractions in Palma, Majorca!

Palma is the only real city in the Balearic islands, with a population of more than 300,000. However, the pace of life in the city is a lot slower than in the cities on the Spanish mainland. That said, there is no shortage of visitor attractions in Palma, and the city has a long and storied history. Most of the main tourist attractions in Palma can be found within the city walls, and all are within easy walking distance of the city center. For great deals on Majorca holidays, visit onthebeach.com. Cathedral of Palma In common with many other cathedrals…

April 16, 2012

Three of Europe’s Best Islands

Planning on roadtripping through Europe this summer? Forget it, the best way to enjoy this diverse continent in the summer time is by island hopping. From the Greek islands in the east to the Canaries in the west you’ll find that no two islands are the same. However, seeing as there are literally thousands of them you’ll never have time to see 50% of them let alone them all, so here are three of the best that you simple cannot afford to miss. Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain The fourth largest Canary Isle, Lanzarote is where action sport lovers from the…

April 13, 2012

How to Become a Travel Blogger

Well, it’s not easy to become a travel blogger. You need to have insider media and PR contacts at massive companies, have traveled the world over on your own dime already, and be devishly good looking to be a travel blogger. NOT. It’s not hard, but like anything new, you just have to commit to doing it. Check out an interview that TraveLinkSites.com wrote about me with some of my personal tips and tricks on how to be come a bonafide travel blogger (sort of).

April 12, 2012

Get Active in the Spanish Sun!

Even in these economically stretched times, vacations to Spain remain a well priced holiday choice. However familiar Spain is as a holiday destination, there are plenty of ways to freshen things up a bit… You may well have already looked into some of the many watersports available along the country’s gorgeous coastlines. Many people opt to remain firmly on dry land when visiting Spain, but it’s something of a wasted opportunity to remain on the beach for two weeks, only looking at the ocean. Getting out there on water skis or surfboards will go a long way towards making your holiday a…

April 11, 2012

Choosing Greece for Your Hen Weekend!

The following is a guest post from Casey Walker of Euro Zone Travel. One of my best friends had decided to get married, and wanted to have her last weekend of freedom on a Greek island holiday. None of the other bridesmaids, myself included, had any idea where to go, so we decided to do some research. We discovered that Faliraki Beach, on the island of Rhodes, was pretty popular for a hen weekend in Greece. The island is small enough to get around, has incredible beaches and great nightclubs, especially in Kalithea. A friend of ours who had his…

April 10, 2012

The Worst Place I’ve Ever Been: Kuta, Bali

The following is a guest post from Dan Cretes, a South East Asia frequenter. As a travel blogger, writing about the worst place you’ve ever been is not something you’re asked to do a lot. More often than not, to get paid and to keep moving onward, you have to be nice about the destinations you encounter. Even when they’re less than ideal. So readers of The World or Bust, I gather you’ve come here to get your fill of positive travel babble right? Well screw that. What I’m about to do is going to bring a whole new meaning…

April 9, 2012

My Favorite Small City in Europe: Salzburg, Austria

When the weather warms up, Europe is the best place for summer holidays. It’s because if you suck at skiing like me, the colder countries don’t hold much allure when they’re bunked down in snow for six months and there is not much more to do then eat strudel and just imagine what the voluptuous German girl across the restaurant looks like in a tank top rather than her formless wool sweater. Spain,most of Italy and Greece are hot as hell in the summer months, so visiting the central European countries with a little elevation makes the perfect destination for a fun getaway with…

April 7, 2012

Photo of the Week – Architecture in Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh, Scotland is one of those cities that look straight out of book (it was designated as Unesco’s first City of Literature) and the one that comes to mind for me is, Harry Potter. It is famous for it’s beautiful stout architecture that blends both ancient and modern as well as its seamless integration into the surrounding nature. Being Britain’s second most visited city after London, you can be rest assured that there are some great museums, historic sights (like the impressive Edinburgh Castle in the center of town), dining, nightlife and shopping. What is nice about Edinburgh is that it…

April 4, 2012

Stuck with a Timeshare? Rent that Bad Boy!

If you remember, I wrote a post about how timeshares are a horrible investment (which you should know because you read everything I write), but what I didn’t do was provide a solution for those already stuck with one. Well, for those who are already locked in with a timeshare and can’t make it down to enjoy their property on their “assigned” time, a great way to make some extra money (or at least cover your expenses) is to offer your timeshare for rent. In a time when people are pretty strapped for cash, many are starting to realize and…

April 4, 2012

Why Should You Consider San Diego for a Vacation?

The Midway Battleship in San Diego, California

The West Coast of the US is one of the nicest places to lose yourself on a holiday, whether it’s been planned for months or you’re booking a quick-and-easy last minute excursion. When travelling to the West Coast, most people only think of two or three places to visit: the rolling hills and stunning architecture of San Francisco, the sprawling urban metropolis of Los Angeles or the rising spires of Seattle. Going south to San Diego is often overlooked, yet it’s quite the mistake to make! San Diego offers a wonderful experience for young couples, large families and older people…

April 1, 2012

Photo(s) of the week – Wrath of God Weather in Miami

Yesterday started out like a seemingly normal March Saturday in South Beach – piercingly blue skies, a warm but comfortable temperature, and plenty of zombies lurching from their hotels on Collins Avenue to the beach to revive after a night out that they don’t remember. I was working at the Nautica South Beach Triathlon for a company called Aline that sells performance sneaker insoles for athletes. We were set up literally on the beach and business was doing well. But Miami has a tendency to change its mind frequently on all fronts, including the weather. Within minutes of a cloudless…

March 26, 2012

Photo(s) of the Week – Hiking in El Valle, Panama

While in Panama, I took a side trip to El Valle de Anton, a small town in the crater of a dormant volcano. The town has a very nice climate, and many Panamanians (the wealthier ones) escape there during the weekend to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. The highlights include hot springs and some amazing hiking. I decided to stay at small guest house near the bus stop that was pretty nice and relaxing (I needed it after spending a few days in bustling Panama City) I asked the owner if he knew about a nice…