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The Middle East may feel like the most challenging region of the world to backpack in, but this is not really the case. While visas for Saudi Arabia, Iran, Yemen and Iraq prove difficult, the rewards are clear for all to see. I’ve visited the region on over ten occasions, with just Syria, Gaza Strip, Read more about Backpacking in the Middle East: My Top 10 Moments[…]
Your dream travel destination says a lot about you. All of your personality traits and characteristics can be summed up in that one location that you would give anything to go to. Whether it’s Vegas or Venice, your dreams make a statement about who you are. But humans aren’t the only ones with big travel Read more about Disney Characters Depicted on Dream Vacations […]
It seems like a lifetime ago now when I was camping in Australia. It all happened so quick. It was a magical time of my life that began 10 years ago this month. In fact, it was the 23rd October 2009 when I first landed in Australia, the land down under. I had arrived on Read more about Camping in Australia: My Memories From My Time in Poatina, Tasmania[…]
In August 2007, I first visited Czechia, when this blog was only just released. On that trip, I arrived by flight into Prague and we backpacked Prague hardcore. I was with Lock In Lee Adams on that trip. I left by train to Decin, then onto Leipzig in Germany by train also. Despite passing through Read more about Backpacking in Czechia: Staying at the Huge Plus Hostel in Prague[…]
Deep in Vienna, Austria sits yet another crazy wacky republic. This one is a spherical ball that is a house and a separate country that borders Austria. This is Kugel Mugel! It was one of two new countries on my October 2019 tour, where I visited Poland, Austria, Kugel Mugel, Germany, Czechia and the Kingdom Read more about Backpacking in Kugel Mugel: A Spherical House Republic in Vienna, Austria[…]
“Escape from our history, history” – Manic Street Preachers. I headed back to Austria recently with two main places to be visited – the Republic of Kugel Mugel (a micronation in a sphere in Prater Park, Vienna) and the town of Braunau Am Inn. Braunau Am Inn is not exactly a backpacker’s paradise and is Read more about Das Alte Gefängnis, Braunau Am Inn, Austria🇦🇹: Spending A Night in a Converted Prison⛓️👮🏛️🚔 in Hitler’s Town[…]
Installing a smart home system is one of the simplest ways to add a touch of luxury to your everyday life. Enjoy a heated toilet seat in your bathroom, and play your favorite tunes, podcasts, or audiobooks with water-resistant speakers while you shower. Set your smart fridge to heat up water or make ice remotely, Read more about Check Out How You Can Connect Your Home[…]
When you take steps to improve your home’s air quality, that can positively impact your quality of life. Fresher air leads to better sleep, which leads to more productive days. Air quality is usually associated with outdoor haze and smog, but indoor air is important, too. Your home is an environment of trapped air, laundry Read more about 5 Ways You Can Keep Your Home’s Air Clean[…]
If you’re a homeowner, it’s important to make sure your HVAC system is as energy-efficient as possible. Keeping it energy-efficient ensures that your home stays comfortable year-round, and keeps your energy bill affordable so you don’t pay more than you should be. There are several steps you can take, such as upgrading your thermostat or Read more about Four Ways to Make Your HVAC System More Energy Efficient[…]
You dream of golden beaches, gondolas, and trips to Venice, Italy. Suddenly, your heating ventilation and air conditioning system, or HVAC, needs maintenance, repair work, or even replacing. Will you ever be able to enjoy life’s little luxuries? It turns out, with planning and preparation, you can manage your HVAC without letting it ruin your Read more about Three Ways To Extend The Life of Your HVAC System[…]