Backpacking in Christiania: An Independent Freetown Republic Since 1971

Posted on February 11, 2015October 1, 2015 by Jonny Blair

Here we go again. Off backpacking into some off the wall wacky self declared Republic, this time – Christiania. Housed sneakily within the compounds of Copenhagen, Denmark this place has a hazy chilled out charm like no other self declared republic, freetown, neighbourhood, commune, country I’ve been to before. But why am I preaching about Read more about Backpacking in Christiania: An Independent Freetown Republic Since 1971[…]

How to Have a 21st Birthday Blast in Las Vegas, USA

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Jonny Blair

Turning 21 is one of the biggest milestones ever. Celebrate your passage into adulthood with a simple dinner close to home or a spectacular birthday party in Las Vegas. Either way, it’s the memories that count. Party in Style Celebrating in Las Vegas is a great choice whether you plan each moment or take it as it comes. There are hotels that have specific party rooms equipped with Read more about How to Have a 21st Birthday Blast in Las Vegas, USA[…]

7 Vacation Packing Hacks from the Pros

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Jonny Blair

Everyone loves travel but few enjoy the tedium of packing for your vacation, holiday or backpacking adventure. Likewise, people who frequently travel for business find the task of living out of a suitcase somewhat cumbersome from time to time. Unfortunately, packing is a necessary evil that is paid in exchange for the option to explore the Read more about 7 Vacation Packing Hacks from the Pros[…]

Staying at the STF Vandrarhem Hostel in Malmo, Sweden

Posted on February 10, 2015February 12, 2015 by Jonny Blair

Before the crazy five year reunion with Daniel happened in the town of Angelholm, I decided on two days in Malmo Sweden. As well as dipping back into Denmark and exploring Christiania I decided I’d base myself in what is the biggest and best hostel in Malmo. This place is the STF Vandrarhem Hostel and Read more about Staying at the STF Vandrarhem Hostel in Malmo, Sweden[…]

Backpacking in New Zealand: Larnach Castle New Zealand’s Only ‘Castle’

Posted on February 9, 2015February 23, 2015 by Jonny Blair

New Zealand’s ONLY Castle apparently is Larnach Castle, on the Otago Peninsula near Dunedin. I was aware that it probably wouldn’t be that old, given the fact that New Zealand itself is a relatively new country, but on arrival in Dunedin I booked myself on a tour out to it. I booked the tour from Read more about Backpacking in New Zealand: Larnach Castle New Zealand’s Only ‘Castle’[…]

Taking a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Stockholm, Sweden with Gray Line

Posted on February 9, 2015February 12, 2015 by Jonny Blair

On my second visit to the Swedish capital city of Stockholm, I actually ended up doing a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour for the second time. It was 8 years apart and in different seasons, but with Stockholm being such a spread out capital, and one with more water than land, it makes sense Read more about Taking a Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Stockholm, Sweden with Gray Line[…]

Sunday’s Inspiration: Don’t Stop Now

Posted on February 8, 2015February 11, 2015 by Jonny Blair

“All I want is something I can write about” – Neil Finn, 2007 Before you read this edition of Sunday’s Inspiration, please listen to the following Crowded House song, one of my favourite songs and a peaceful tune to get us through the bad times, of which there are many, Don’t Stop Now: There has Read more about Sunday’s Inspiration: Don’t Stop Now[…]

4 Best Bachelor Party Spots in New York, USA

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Jonny Blair

New York is an ideal city for the luxury and extravagance promised by a typical bachelor party. But it also offers opportunities for parties looking to go down a path less filled with the traditional debauchery. You might have read my 1o Dollar all you can drink night story before with Neil, Simon and the Read more about 4 Best Bachelor Party Spots in New York, USA[…]

Backpacking in Northern Macedonia🇲🇰: Top 10 Sights in Skopje, This Pumping Capital City

Posted on February 7, 2015October 17, 2024 by Jonny Blair

** Apologies but I really backpacked through Skopje and spent three days there but I lost all my photos. Luckily I uploaded the videos before my computer and hard drive packed in so I have the videos. Luckily I also uploaded the below photo to my Facebook page so it’s a real travel blog. The Read more about Backpacking in Northern Macedonia🇲🇰: Top 10 Sights in Skopje, This Pumping Capital City[…]

Friday’s Featured Food: Sausage and Beans in Bar 120, Escaldes Engordany, Andorra🇦🇩

Posted on February 6, 2015October 17, 2024 by Jonny Blair

What? Are you serious? You went all the way whackpacking in Andorra to eat sausages and beans? Yes and what’s wrong with that!? My first proper meal back in Europe on my first proper trip back for 6 years and I hunted down restaurants and bars in Escaldes Engordany for some “authentic Andorran food”. Sausages Read more about Friday’s Featured Food: Sausage and Beans in Bar 120, Escaldes Engordany, Andorra🇦🇩[…]