It’s hard to imagine visiting Paris on a budget; after all it’s the world’s capital of romance, opulence and luxury. However, it can be done. You don’t have to forgo excellent meals, sightseeing or even…
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Top five tips: How to live the life of Riley on a budget!
Do you want to travel like royalty, all fine silks, effortless travel and lavish quarters? Are you past the days of backpacking in the same dirty clothes day after day? If you answered yes, then…
Are Camcorders a Thing of the Past?
When faced with the decision of using a camcorder vs. smartphone to capture video images of your much anticipated vacation it might just come down to convenience. Who wants a big (well, big compared to…
How to ensure your holiday is a success
I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking holidays are important. They give us a rare chance to break out of the daily routine and relax, as well as spend some quality time with family or…
Top 3 beaches in St John’s!
Antigua is one of the Caribbean’s most famous beach destinations, not only thanks to the fact that its coast is absolutely stunning, but also since there are 365 beaches in total – yes, that’s literally…
Traveling Essentials!
Traveling essentials are crucial to the survival of a modern-day traveler. Sure, you still need clothes, plane tickets, passports, and visas to get by, but technology has evolved far enough to provide you with convenient…
How to ACTUALLY save on hotel bookings!
When it comes to traveling, one of the biggest problems is finding decent accommodation without bursting a budget. I’m currently on a 6 month trip and pretty much refuse to stay in a hostel dorm…
Holidaying in Cuba: Opening up to the wider world!
Until recently, if you asked anyone about Cuba, they would associate the island with communism and regular animosity between itself and the United States. However, the past decade or so has witnessed a gradual transformation…
5 reasons why river cruises are better than ocean cruises
Take a quick look at anyone’s bucket list and you’ll probably find “go on a cruise” listed there. While most people think of cruises as an ocean trip, there are several benefits to opting for…
Why I use my iPhone camera more than my real camera!
There are two types of travel bloggers, ones that rely more on their words (I’m more in this camp) and those that rely more on their photography skills (not me). I never took any professional…
Don’t Stress, Plan Before Traveling!
Stress? What stress?! I have a friend who spends the entire two weeks prior to her long-awaited holiday panicking, freaking out and generally making her blood pressure soar. Where’s the fun? I hear you ask.…
What to be aware of when driving in continental Europe
If you were to choose a part of the world that was best to drive in on holiday, where better than continental Europe? In Italy, Spain, France, Germany and other nations, many of the routes…
5 destinations for the perfect city break in Europe
Working 9 to 5, what a way to make a living! Spending all week with your nose to the grindstone staring at spreadsheets can leave you desperate for a few days away. Don’t waste the…
Where to stay in Paris
When it comes to traveling to world class cities, the one thing that always seems to put a damper on things is finding a place to stay without detonating your bank account. As goes with…
How to Make a Long Trip Happen Financially!
One of the most popular questions people ask me is, how do I finance my trips? While the thought of not having that paycheck coming in bi-monthly might be more frightening than your grandma’s boobs, there are…
How to do First Dates Abroad The Right Way!
When it comes to going on dates while traveling, I can say I probably have more experience than most. Whether it be strolling down the cobblestone streets of central Mexico with a local in hand, or riding…
What are the Challenges that Affect Disabled Backpackers?
Everyone should be able to explore what the world has to offer Should living with a disability, impairment or chronic illness prevent you from going on vacation? Should it stop you from hitting the backpacker…
Top Things to Do at the Johnson Space Center in Houston
It’s no surprise that millions of people visit the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas every year. It’s considered the number one family attraction in Houston and it’s not just for science geeks. Touring…
What are the Best Watches for Traveling?
If you do not travel often, keeping track of the current time is second nature. For anyone who travels, time becomes very relevant, very quickly. Of course, travelling around the world puts us in different…
How Do Travel Bloggers Make Money?
When it comes to traveling, there is one question I always get, “How can you afford to do it so much?”. While this was my most pondered questioned as well a couple years back when…