Backpacking usually brings to mind rugged trails, mountain huts, and days of trekking far from city lights. Yet for many travellers, the spirit of backpacking isn’t about where you are, but how you travel: light on luggage, light on budget, and heavy on curiosity. Cities can capture that same raw appeal. They offer street food, Read more about Five Cities That Prove Backpacking Isn’t Just About the Wilderness[…]
Travel often conjures images of constant movement, packed itineraries, and new experiences at every turn. Yet anyone who has spent time on long journeys knows that downtime is inevitable. Whether it comes in the form of airport layovers, long train rides, or quiet evenings in a hotel room, these pauses can feel like wasted hours Read more about Smart Ways to Embrace Downtime While Travelling[…]
Welcome to the latest interview in my World Travellers series, which started back in 2012. Today we meet Ron Swilling From Follow My Footsteps, sharing stories where Africa has huge impact… Who are you? I am a fellow traveller on the dusty and sparkling journey of life. Where are you from? Home is both South Africa Read more about World Travellers: Ron Swilling From Follow My Footsteps[…]
Camping often leaves its mark through the small moments that unfold during the trip. Packing gear and setting up a site matter, but the memories usually come from the experiences in between. Fresh air in the morning, a quiet pause before the sun rises, or an evening by the fire are the kinds of details Read more about The Small Joys That Define Every Camping Experience[…]
From busy city dwellers to countryside explorers, travellers across the UK treasure the train for its seamless comfort, scenic richness, and holistic experience. Whether you’re journeying from London to Loch Ness or making day trips across the countryside, trains offer unmatched value. Let’s explore how this elegant mode of travel transforms journeys into joyous adventures. Read more about From London to Loch Ness: Why Trains Are the Top Pick for UK Travel[…]
Travelling alone offers a unique sense of freedom and self-discovery, but long journeys can sometimes feel tedious or draining without the usual company. Whether it’s a lengthy train ride across the country, a long-haul flight, or hours on a coach or bus, solo travellers often face the challenge of keeping boredom at bay and staying Read more about Smart Ways Solo Travellers Stay Entertained on Long Journeys[…]
The name of the next station on my Tasmanian tour was “Lower Landing”, I didn’t really like that name actually. It’s a bit false. And the name was totally false. It’s a custom built station for the sake of the Western Wilderness Railway. That took the shine off the stop there, but didn’t take the Read more about West Coast Wilderness Railway Part Seven – Tasting Honey at “Lower Landing”[…]
Europe is known for a more classy and history-rich gambling scene than that of Las Vegas. Its architectural grandeur, high-stakes drama, and centuries of refined gambling culture have helped shape some of the most legendary casinos to visit, even for non-gamblers. They are simply an experience to visit as they offer so much more beyond Read more about 5 Legendary European Casinos Worth the Journey[…]
Border crossings can feel like stepping into another rhythm. New signs. Fresh rules. The shuffle of feet in a slow-moving line. By planning with precision, the process turns from a hurdle into a smooth part of the journey. The difference often lies in having the right digital companions ready before the first checkpoint comes into Read more about Cross Border Travel Planning Made Easy[…]
“Time flies” – Oasis compilation album. Time really does fly. From my first ever radio listen of Oasis in April 1994 on a Radio One session, before finally getting into buying CDs and cassette tapes of Oasis, it has been a wild 31 years. In the early years of Oasis, 1994 to 1998 I owned Read more about Oasis⚫⚪Week🎸🎙️: Finally Attending My 15th Oasis Concert[…]