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Known for its massive sand dunes that are amongst the largest in the Americas, Huacachina has become a must-visit place in Peru in recent times. Not only can we enjoy this oasis town and visit the nearby Pisco wineries, those after a true adrenaline rush can also head on a… Read more »

One of the famed new seven wonders of the world, there’s a lot more to Machu Picchu than what first meets the eye. Whilst this ancient archaeological site contains important history and helps us to better understand the Inca civilization, there are many other secrets nearby that are worth exploring… Read more »

JR passes used to be the obvious go-to option for anyone planning an extensive trip around Japan. For travellers looking to visit much of the country and a number of different cities, it was possible to make huge savings when compared to buying single tickets all the time. As of… Read more »

As the year end approaches in Europe, the list of potential destinations for sunny, warm short-haul breaks starts to dwindle. Temperature levels have plummeted across almost all of the continent by November time with only the very warmest winter destinations in Europe still offering what might be described as “beach… Read more »

Like a crown on a king’s head, the majestic Himalayas adorn my country – India. The Himalayan range swarms over the north and north east of the country and boasts a great variety of flora and fauna. Read on for 10 things to do in The Himalayas or head over to… Read more »

Travelling across China can be pretty tough for first-timers, and even tougher if you are short on cash. Let’s face it, the days of having supremely cheap travel in China are long gone and just a distant memory. Prices for food, airline tickets and hotels are gradually increasing, with China’s… Read more »

From my home in New Zealand, it’s not too much of a hop over to Australia, relatively speaking, and it’s a country I know well and love. Oz is a truly unique, beautiful land, and no matter how long you’re visiting for, you will never run out of things to… Read more »

Rajasthan is probably the most interesting state in all of India from a traveller’s perspective with an enormous wealth of history and culture to indulge in. It is the land where kings once ruled and where enormous forts and palaces have stood the test of time. We’re going to take… Read more »

India is a country that thrills, surprises and sometimes shocks visitors on a daily basis and that is all part of its charm and why people visit it. The big cities like Mumbai and Delhi are frenetic, manic urban jungles. However there is one place that travellers in India speak… Read more »

Within the UK, there are a wide range of options for travel insurance providers and many now offer packages tailored towards backpackers and longer term travellers. We’re going to take a look at some of the main options for the best backpacker travel insurance for UK residents and see how… Read more »