To most skiers, Japan needs no introduction. Its deep snow, playful terrain and wacky convenience stores have been burned into our collective consciousness via the multitude of ski and snowboard videos, photos, and articles that we’re deluged in every year. But Japan isn’t just the land of deep powder skiing, it’s an incredibly interesting travel…
Unspoilt places to visit in Corfu for travel snobs
Discovering the unspoilt side of Corfu by guest blogger Aistis from AsTraveler.com If you want to travel to a city that is calm and unspoilt with mesmerizing views of the mountains and sea then you should plan your trip to Corfu, Greece. Corfu is filled with tourists from all over Europe and other continents during summers,…
What to pack for a ski/snowboard trip
One of the best parts about skiing and snowboarding is travelling to ride in new places. There’s nothing quite like your first day on a new mountain as you explore, find new terrain, and figure out the best lines. But often this travel requires carefully packing all your gear and loading your precious ski equipment…
A week in Cartagena, Colombia
A beautiful gem in Colombia, Cartagena is a vibrant port city on Colombia’s scenic Caribbean coast filled with gorgeous beaches, a 16th Old Town lined with colourful colonial buildings and cobblestone streets, and surrounded by idyllic paradise-esque islands and coral reefs. Our guest bloggers The Nomad Bears advise how to spend a week in this fascinating…
Why you should choose an adventure travel trip
Travel pushes our boundaries as we discover new places, cultures, and adventures. But many of us stay within the city limits when we travel. We stick within a small radius of tourist-friendly activities, content to travel, without really adventuring. That’s a mistake. Outdoor adventure travel is an exciting way to become better at your favourite…
Private jets – not just for rock stars & billionaires?
Aside from being incredibly cool, private jet travel offers a world of convenience and luxury that many people do not fully appreciate. For most private flyers the main points of attraction to charter aviation are time savings, trip flexibility and comfort….
Discovering Mendoza – Argentina’s beautiful wine capital
Somewhere between Patagonia and Buenos Aires, the amazing city of Mendoza often gets forgotten when thinking of Argentina. However, this very livable city stole my heart instantly and after spending four days there I wasn’t ready to leave. For me, Mendoza was a place I just had to visit simply because I am a self-professed…
50 unusual ways to volunteer abroad
Everyone knows volunteering is good for the soul, if you fancy volunteering in projects that are just a little bit different here are 50 unusual ways to volunteer abroad… 1.Volunteer in an off the beaten track country Get well and truly off the beaten track and volunteer in unrecognised countries around the world. Ever heard…
15 aspirational travel destinations to visit before you die
Looking for destinations to fuel your wanderlust? Then look no further, from otherworldly bamboo forests to glow-in-the-dark Australian lakes, here are 15 aspirational (and truly jaw-dropping) travel destinations to add to your bucket list… The Antarctic Peninsula Regarded by many visitors as being one of the most beautiful places on earth, visit the northernmost tip…
Discovering Ohrid, Macedonia – a Balkan Gem
Although it’s still an under-the-radar travel destination, the Balkans located in Southeast Europe, are piquing the interest of more and more visitors. Offering unspoilt landscapes and friendly locals who aren’t yet tired of tired tourists, we can see why it’s such an appealing place to travel to. Our guest blogger Hana Laura of the Walking Wanderess tells…