Relaxing at Nidhivan Sarovar Portico Hotel in Vrindavan

My Luxury Stay for Holifest at the Nidhavan Sarovar Portico Hotel, Vrindivan, India

When I decided I would be in the holy city of Vrindavan for the famous Holifest, I had to sort out somewhere to stay quite sharpish. Hotels and hostels fill up and though I normally wing it, this time I set in stone my dates to ensure I could enjoy some luxury amongst the madness Read more about My Luxury Stay for Holifest at the Nidhavan Sarovar Portico Hotel, Vrindivan, India[…]

Backpacking in Canada: Things to do on a Rainy Day in Niagara Falls

Backpacking in Canada: Planning a Trip to Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is one of the world’s most spectacular places to visit, and it’s definitely on the backpacking list of many a traveler. When you travel to these amazing waterfalls, you will soon discover that there is plenty to see and do to make sure that you have an experience that you will never forget. In Read more about Backpacking in Canada: Planning a Trip to Niagara Falls[…]

How to make the Most of One Week in Provence, France

My Top 5 Memories From Backpacking in France

As I prepare to go on the incredible adventure towards France for Euro 2016 to support Northern Ireland, it’s a good time to reflect on my previous lot of times backpacking through France. It’s a country I officially visited about 8 or 9 times, and unofficially about 70 – 90 times while working on Car Read more about My Top 5 Memories From Backpacking in France[…]

India’s Craziest Festival: Experiencing Holifest in Vrindavan

India’s Craziest Festival: Experiencing Holifest in Vrindavan

The plan to backpack through India was totally spontaneous but when I realised the dates matched up with the famous Holifest, I knew I would be there for this crazy festival. Festivals have nonchalantly become a part of my travels. In the past I have witnessed the crazy Bolas del Fuego in El Salvador, the Read more about India’s Craziest Festival: Experiencing Holifest in Vrindavan[…]

Touring The Splendid Taj Mahal in Agra, India with Delhi Magic

“One more step along the world I go” – Sydney Carter. Like a kid dreaming of backpacking the world for just a short while. All these amazing places to check out. Some over-hyped, some over-backpacked for sure and then as if by complete chance, I ended up in the city of Agra to celebrate my Read more about Touring The Splendid Taj Mahal in Agra, India with Delhi Magic[…]

World Travellers: Max Leyerer from Max Around the Globe

 My latest world traveller, Max Leyerer is one of the most ambitious and extreme travellers on the list so far. Max has whackpacked his way to 70 countries so far and aims to visit all 196 (that he recognises) by the time he turns 33! What a crazy journey it sounds like. Check out Max’s blog at Max Read more about World Travellers: Max Leyerer from Max Around the Globe[…]

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Sunday’s Inspiration: 800 Not Out and A Buck Eejit’s Guide to Whackpacking The World

Whackpacking [definition] : the art of travelling around the world with a backpack in a wacky way, with no sense of direction but a complete sense of lunacy and freedom. E.g. imagine a mixture of Timmy Mallet, John Lennon and Barack Obama with a backpack on travelling across land borders, taking photos, slurping Guinness, singing Read more about Sunday’s Inspiration: 800 Not Out and A Buck Eejit’s Guide to Whackpacking The World[…]

Backpacking in India: Top 4 Sights in Harvali, North Goa

Backpacking in India: Top 4 Sights in Harvali, North Goa

Most tourists go whackpacking in Goa to get stoned, party all night and lie on beaches. And yeah that’s all top notch and I did it too, but inland there are some minor paradises to be found in Goa’s marvellous valleys and tranquil villages. Nobody even goes backpacking in Harvali but it seemed the best Read more about Backpacking in India: Top 4 Sights in Harvali, North Goa[…]