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Backpacking In Belgium: How To Get From Brussels To Charleroi Airport I have visited Belgium five times now, having first backpacked it in 2007. However it wasn’t until 2023 that I first had a flight out of Charleroi Airport. On other adventures, I was in Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp and some small border villages with…
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While North Korea is hardly world renowned as a wacaday “party country” or somewhere to get ridiculously drunk and go on pub crawls, of course there are bars and restaurants there that are open to foreigners. Anyone who believes the biased western media excrement is stupid – the country has bars and they know their…
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Folding electric bikes are transforming the way we travel, offering a perfect mix of adventure, ease, and eco-friendliness. They’re becoming an increasingly popular choice for road trippers seeking a unique and versatile way to explore. By adding a folding electric bike to your travel gear, you introduce an element of excitement and efficiency to your…
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Hiking is an activity that awakens the soul and invigorates the body. For those new to this wonderful pastime, it’s important to start on the right foot – quite literally! In this beginner’s guide, we’ll explore trails that offer an easy start, ensuring your hiking journey begins with enthusiasm and safety. Embracing Nature’s Simplicity “The…
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Backpacking in Guinea🇬🇳: Touring Conakry The Week Of The Explosion“It’s just a dropped stitch; in life’s tapestry” – Joanie Trotter. Monday morning 18th December 2023, two things happened that would influence and impact my entire next week, changing the title of this very blog post. It was supposed to be “Backpacking in Guinea 🇬🇳 :…
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Thirsty Thursdays: 11 Bars And Cafés I Visited in Sierra Leone 🇸🇱 “The self unseeing” – Thomas Hardy. On my West Africa tour of 2023, the last of a hat-trick of new countries on my jigsaw was Sierra Leone (which followed my repeat into Senegal, and the Guinea brace – Guinea and Guinea-Bissau!). The plan…
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Australia is an expansive and varied nation filled with adventures for the whole family to experience. Ranging from beautiful natural wonders to thrilling cultural activities, Australia provides no shortage of family-friendly attractions that promise an adventure-packed journey for visitors of all kinds. Here, we explore some of Australia’s best family attractions so that your trip…
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How To Get A Guinea-Bissau Visa On Arrival at Bissau International Airport Guinea-Bissau was the second new country I visited in December 2023 on my West African journey, after Guinea. Guinea-Bissau was also classed as country 222 on my journey, so a magic lucky one, and my flight in was a fast one! It was…
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Snowmobiling is a thrilling winter sport, offering an exhilarating blend of adventure and the chance to explore frosty landscapes. Whether slicing through powdery trails or navigating scenic, snow-covered paths, snowmobiling attracts enthusiasts of all ages. However, when it comes to experiencing this winter joy, a pivotal decision looms: should one rent or own a snowmobile?…
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“All that I know is there’s nothing here to run from” – Coldplay. After getting an online evisa for Guinea in December 2023, it was time to fly in. My visa was confirmed on Monday 18th December 2023. On that same ill-fated day, there was a fatal oil explosion in Conakry, Guinea. Ouch. As…
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