This week has been a really, really busy one in my travel lifestyle. Last week I got a tweet out of the blue from a journalist from my birthtown of Newtownards. She writes for the Newtownards Chronicle, a weekly paper which oddly I once worked with the sister company/newspaper while doing my media course in Read more about Working Wednesdays: Feature in the Ards Chronicle, Newtownards, Northern Ireland[…]
I have toyed with Dubai and the United Arab Emirates a bunch of times on my journeys. I never made it a priority visit but the way connecting flights go sooner or later my backpack and wallet were going to be introduced to this colossal settlement. I have a few mates based there so it Read more about Backpacking in United Arab Emirates: 6 Free Things to do in Dubai[…]
Exactly nine years ago this week, life took me to Leicester! It was a crazy journey from Warsaw to Loughborough and really early backpacking days for me. I was there attending a function as a University Student. Not just any function though – it was the National Student TV Awards and I collected 2 trophies Read more about A Backpacker’s Guide To Buying a Home in Leicester, England[…]
The Vegas Strip, the place you get married spontaneously, the casino centre of the planet etc. This quick fire list of 5 things to do there should keep you occupied when your backpack takes you there. 1.The Bellagio Fountains If you’re strolling down the strip be sure to pay a visit to the famous Bellagio Read more about 5 Things to do in Las Vegas, USA[…]
Life as a backpacker isn’t all champagne and skittles, discovering a new city, getting your passport stamped, hiking mountains, trying new food. It has its boring days too. The torrential rain days, as happened this week to me in Hong Kong. While I don’t particularly mind these boring rainy, wet days, they can be an Read more about How to Spend Rainy Days As A Backpacker[…]
Planning a trip to the exciting state of Tennessee, full of Southern charm and plenty to do and see, is easy when you know the top destinations to include in your itinerary. This state boasts Nashville, Memphis and Jack Daniels! Whether you are planning a weeklong family vacation this summer or you are hoping to Read more about Top 5 Vacation Spots in Tennessee, USA[…]
“Darling, you’ve been stealing from the thieves and you got caught” – Paul Hewson This is more of a rant here today on Sunday’s Inspiration than an inspiration to anyone and I make no apologies for it, nor have I any qualms over doing it. But my Sunday’s Inspiration idea came about in August last Read more about Sunday’s Inspiration: Don’t Steal[…]
Yazd is a classic desert city to tour when you travel in Iran. I’d personally recommend a few days here to make sure you see the place in the detail it deserves. Backpacking in Iran is easily one of the most enjoyable experiences of your existence on this planet. These are the friendliest and nicest Read more about Backpacking in Iran🇮🇷: Top 11 Things to see and do in Yazd[…]
Today on Friday’s Featured Food it’s all about a Chinese style Winter Barbecue in Hong Kong. I’ve tried this a few times, the first time was a cold winter night at Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong. My girlfriend’s family booked a table and invited me along. I’ll talk about that night now. This isn’t quite Read more about Friday’s Featured Food: Hong Kong Winter Barbecue in Tseung Kwan O[…]
International travel can be interesting, well if you follow Don’t Stop Living you’ll know that. Nonetheless, it is crucial that you take precautionary measures in order to guarantee your safety while in a foreign country, remember the Venezuela incidents? Discussed herein, are tips and guidelines on how you can stay safe and healthy when traveling Read more about Tips for Staying Healthy When Traveling Around the Globe[…]