Eating Barbecued Insect Food In Thailand

Posted on May 21st, 2013

Eating insects may be frowned upon in the United States, but in many southeast Asian countries such as Thailand, millions of people feast on them on a daily basis. The texture and taste may not agree with you at first but after a few bites, you’ll learn to love them.

Where to Buy Barbecued Insects

Bangkok is by far the best place in Thailand for roasted insects. Khao San Road is full of insect vendors on a nightly basis who look specifically for people who want to Read more »

Working Holidays And Breaks For All Travellers

Posted on March 23rd, 2013

Working holidays can be great opportunities for people to spend more time in another country and learn more about a culture than they are able to by simply being a tourist. There are a number of different types of opportunities for working holidays depending on the age of the traveler, the country traveled to and the traveler’s nationality.

Students in many countries can get temporary student work permits to work abroad. Usually these are set up in the form of some sort of exchange between the governments. Students should look into the regulations for the country Read more »

Best Fishing Hot Spots Around The Globe

Posted on June 26th, 2012

Think you have what it takes to reel in the next Guinness winner? Well, grab your gear and book your flight, because we’ve uncovered five of the best fishing spots around the world.

5: South Stradbroke Island (Australia)

Get away from it all with a trip down under, where the fish are always biting and glistening waves break for humpback whales. It’s the perfect place to relax, rejuvenate and re-connect with nature and yourself.

4: Koh Samui (Thailand)

Far away from Thailand’s crowds, Koh Samui is Read more »

Worlds Ten Most Beautiful Sandy Beaches

Posted on November 18th, 2011

Are you a beach traveler? Beaches offer the choice of relaxation or activities such as swimming, surfing, and or beach volley ball. If you were to ask anyone where the 10 most beautiful beaches were in the world, chances are that no one would have the same answers.

The United States has some of the world’s best beaches such as the Gulf Coast around Florida, Clearwater Beach or Lanikai Beach in Hawaii. When speaking of the world then we must take into consideration Europe. There are some that very few Read more »

Worlds Most Beautiful Countries For Walking Holidays

Posted on November 16th, 2011

If you are a keen hiker who enjoys the natural beauty of the great outdoors and loves to travel, then add these destinations to your travel list.

Switzerland – the name alone conjures up images of lush green meadows against a backdrop of snow capped mountains. Fortunately the reality is very much like the fantasy and Switzerland has hundreds of miles of outstanding scenery that can be enjoyed by following any one of the numerous hiking trails throughout the nation.

New Zealand – Experience the Lord of the Rings firsthand by walking trails through the Read more »

Worlds Ten Most Violent Countries To Avoid

Posted on November 13th, 2011

Travel is an activity that most people aspire to. However, not all places on earth are safe for the casual traveler. One might ask what are the worlds ten most violent countries to avoid when making travel plans.

Madagascar has seen an increase in violent crime due to civil disobedience and political unrest.

Colombia is not safe to travel to because violence by narco-terrorist groups continues in all areas of the country.

Yemen should be avoided because of an increase in terrorist activity, according to the State Department.

Georgia has become increasingly dangerous. Travel there should be avoided at all Read more »

Getting a Good Deal on Hotels

Posted on November 5th, 2011

If you want more from your hotel room than free coffee and direct.tv you’ve got to get the scoop on scoring a great deal. We’ve got some tips on bagging the best bang for your buck the next time you stay at a hotel:
Dress the Part: If you plan on asking for an upgrade when you arrive, dress like you deserve one. If you’re going to play the romantic vacation card, be lovey dovey and if you want to look Read more »

Cheap Hostels and Boarding Houses Around The Globe

Posted on July 19th, 2011

Finding cheap and affordable boarding houses across the world is a sure way of ensuring that a tourist can visit any country they wish and have a holiday that is memorable, exciting and enjoyable. Most people would love to travel, but find costs, especially accommodation, to be a very costly affair.

There are plenty of universal boarding houses and hostels that are affordable, cost effective and available. These include the YMCA hostels that can be found virtually across the entire globe. YMCA hostels are popular with young travelers, budget holiday Read more »

How to Find Cheap Car Hire

Posted on July 15th, 2011

Going on a vacation can be expensive affair especially when it comes to car hire. With customers being slapped with hidden charges, how do you ensure you get a good car hire deal?

Before the day of your vacation, research online on the available car hire companies in your vacation destination. Compare their rates, check the type of cars they have and read their terms and conditions. This will help you know which company you should hire from Read more »

A Travellers Guide To Foreign Currency

Posted on July 14th, 2011

Going on a foreign vacation is probably one of the most exciting thing for any individual interested in seeing the world. However, there are a few factors to consider when going to a foreign country. You will want to consider the language. Are you going to a country where you don’t speak the language? If so, what is your strategy for getting around? Another thing to consider is how you will get around and where you will stay. Some people like to play it by ear, Read more »