I once jumped from a 12ft roof and severely injured my nose. I’ve cracked a rib jumping on a trampoline. I’ve even broken my leg falling from 6ft (my height). So when the opportunity to jump out of a plane arose, naturally I approached with extreme caution. Skydive Taupo was the destination and 15000ft was […]
The time for chocolate and hot cross buns is upon us! For many of us, Easter brings the promise of a long weekend and LOTS of chocolate, but not everyone celebrates with an Easter egg hunt or fluffy bunnies… here are 7 weird Easter traditions from around the world. 1) Easter crime, Norway Don't worry, […]
Translated by Simone Benneker. 1. Je loopt het risico om in een Hobbit te veranderen Je hebt de kans om de Hobbiton film set te bezoeken van de beroemde Lord of the Rings trilogie en Hobbit films. En OMG, het is het schattigste wat je ooit zal zien! Het is zelfs zo schattig, dat je […]
So you’ve booked your flights, packed your bag, charged your camera… now all that’s standing between you and your dream destination is that draining 12-hour flight. *groan* Luckily, we’re here to help! Here are 12 tricks to help make your next long-haul flight less of a nightmare. 1. Be choosey Choose your seat wisely to […]
Chasing the perfect travel photo to wow your followers, family and friends? Nothing says "awesome travel adventure" better than an iconic landscape shot, epic selfie or stunning sunset pic. From Vietnam to Brazil, here are 2018's most instagrammable countries. Get your camera's ready and get snapping! 1. South Korea From glittering capital Seoul, to culture soaked […]
Is your growing bucket list putting pressure on your pocket? Do you want to travel but are worried about the price of accommodation, attractions and food all adding up? One of the most daunting things about travel is the cost… but it doesn’t always have to be expensive! The world is full of bargain destinations […]
Welcome to the adventure capital of the world! Queenstown is tons of fun, but all those epic bungees, white water rafting trips and jet boat tours can add up. Here are 7 free activities to enjoy between each adrenaline rush. They’ll give your wallet a break and will mean you’ll be able to afford your […]
Booking a hotel, googling restaurants near you or even just checking in with friends on Facebook… these things are easy when you’re at home, but when you’re travelling the world without an internet connection they can get a whole lot harder. Luckily, we've researched some ways to help you find free Wi-Fi wherever you go. […]
Pssssstttt let us tell you a secret. Booking a holiday doesn't always have to blow the bank! Sure, flights, hotels and travel insurance can seem like they're eating away at your holiday savings before you've even left, but there're some sneaky ways to make sure you still have plenty of cash to enjoy the adventure […]
So, you're in Rotorua, sulphur city of New Zealand! Perhaps you've already embarked on the epic Tamaki Maori Village cultural experience, got your heart racing on a white water rafting adventure and gone crazy on a ZORB ride or maybe you've just explored the Hell's Gate Geothermal park... but now your wondering what to do […]