A brief glance at the international press is often enough to convince you to stay inside and lock your doors, let alone leave the borders of your own country. Earthquakes flattening Haiti, volcanoes exploding in Guatemala, military coups in Honduras, Mexican drug wars, viruses sweeping Latin America...we're definately not safe anymore. Any Government Foreign Office or State Department website has a long list of countries to avoid, and even...more
A brief glance at the international news is often enough to persuade you to stay inside and lock your doors, let alone leave the borders of your own country. Volcanoes exploding in Guatemala, earthquakes flattening Haiti, Mexican drug wars, military coups in Honduras, viruses sweeping Latin America...we're certainly not safe anymore. Any Government Foreign Office or State Department website has a long list of countries to avoid, and even if...more
A camera-clicking, guidebook toting, brash, rude tourist no one wants to end up like that, right? So, if you want to really experience another culture and get the most from your travels, its time to be more than a tourist. Heres how:1. Get a jobThe best way to really experience another country and move from strange short-term visitor to long-term resident is to get a job abroad. In a few short months, youll go from outsider to the person who knows all the coolest spots in town and (almost) never gets ripped off at the market. While getting a job abroad might sound daunting, its actually pretty simple. Due to the worldwide demand for certified TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language) teachers, any fluent English speaker can get a TEFL certificate and start teaching overseas. Want to find out how? Download a free copy of TEFL Uncovered: How to Teach Your Way Abroad with TEFL to get the lowdown.2. Chuck your guidebook in the bin If youre after a quick laugh, go down to your local bookstore and read the guidebook entry for your hometown. Hilarious isnt it? Youd never in a million years take a visitor to THAT bar, right? Due to the lapse in time from writing to publication, thats...more
Gamer? Anime freak? Science nerd? Just since you wear a pocket protector, does not suggest you cannot travel. Let's face it - although quietly, the nerds most likely outnumber the awesome kids on this earth, and every culture and country across the entire world has its own version of a dweeb. So, why not get out of mom's basement and meet...more
Its great to travel once in a while and enjoy what the world has to offer. But to make your trip more convenient, enjoyable, and hassle-free, you would need a couple of basic travel stuff. Listed below are 6 top things you shouldnt forget on your next trip.Travel Organizers To avoid losing important personal identification, have with you a travel...more
6 The Best Travel Destinations I've been working in the expeditions industry in requital for the past 6 years and take been traveling/partying charming much all of my life. You can charming much yell me an authority on the subject. I take been all over the world and upon the following destinations/parties the wildest and pre-eminent I experience been a part of. 1). Carnival in Salvador, Bahia Brazil 2.) Summer in Ibiza 3.) Redesigned Years in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 4.) Continuous of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain 5.) Chauvinistic Loveliness Presentation Week in Cartagena, Colombia 6.) Summer in Mykonos, Greece1. Carnival in Salvador, Bahia BrazilBrazilians under consideration Salvador, Bahia as the paramount and most gibe Carnival in the country. The Guinness Lyrics of Epoch Records considers Carnival in Salvador as the biggest street carouse in the world. Millions of people paste the streets and it's literally 5 days of chaotic fun. I've been traveling to Carnival in Salvador fitted the finished 6 years. It's indubitably the craziest crew I participate in been to. By a hair's breadth think up millions of people on the streets upstanding accepted crazy...more
You never know what might happen when you are traveling. It is essential that your money should be kept safe while traveling because of this very reason. Here are a few good tips to keep your money safe while traveling to avoid any hassles and...more
We all love that gift opening moment comes Christmas Eve. Ripping every wrapper until everything under the tree has been opened. These gifts spell out a lot of character. People love creativity. They would always praise the gift that presents...more
1. The best Italian beaches are found in Sardinia. Whether you are looking to enjoy a second honeymoon or a family holiday in Italy, there are plenty of beaches than you could count to choose from. Many of them boast of fine white sand, sand dunes,...more
DALAMAN, TurkeyTowards the end of summer, this city allows you to enjoy warm temperatures without stress or crowds. The city is located between the sea and the mountains, presented with extensive beaches, and beautiful lakes and rivers....more
1. Zhaotong Coptis River FallsRecommended to: Water Metropolis - Zhao tongZhao tong City is located northeast of Yunnan Province, located in Yunnan, Sichuan and Guizhou provinces junction, historical vestiges. Is the birthplace of the three major...more
So, the vacation plans are set. Tickets are booked, packing is done, dog has been left with the neighbours. All the vaccinations have been injected (ouch), visas are arranged and there's no sign of political unrest on the television. What have...more