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Dream Jobs: Travel While You Work

October 8, 2019October 7, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

As Lover Boy once said, everybody’s workin’ for the weekend, and if you work behind a desk in a 9-to-5, you know all too well that itch you get in the middle of a workday to just get up, leave, and never come back. If adventure is in your soul, it’ll be hard to deny its call even when you’re forced to wear a suit and tie every day: you probably have a trip planned out in the next few months, or have a photo of some exotic location as your desktop wallpaper, whatever. The point is: you want an …

Escape The December Cold With These Sunny Destinations

August 21, 2019August 21, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

With winter fast approaching, it’s tempting to leave the office for a little R-and-R under a tropical sun, and with this winter predicted one of the coldest of the decade, it’s never too early to plan your next winter escape! Beyond the usual beach destinations, however, we’ve come up with a list of some of the best places to travel during December, taking into account local weather, sites to see, activities to take part in, and things to buy. So what are you waiting for? Treat yourself to a Christmas getaway with these best places to travel to during December! …

4 Things That Make Brisbane The Quintessential Australian City

May 28, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

There are many reasons why a trip to Australia appeals to adventurous holidaymakers all over the world. First off, and most obvious is the incredible weather that is at its warmest when the rest of the world is digging out its thermal underwear. There’s also the incredible and unique ecosystem with stunning plant and animal life that can’t be seen anywhere else on Earth. Then, of course, there’s the beaches. Oh, and who can forget the food! And the wine? Oh my goodness. You simply haven’t lived until you’ve visited an Aussie winery (although their Kiwi neighbours are no slouches …

Backpacking Around The Beautiful UK

May 10, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

Often when you think about backpacking, it’s Thailand and Australia which come to mind. But what about the beautiful areas of the United Kingdom? Whether you are from the UK yourself and have lived there all your life, or you have never been, either way, there are some beautiful places to explore. Home to traditional pubs, hills full of sheep and Her Majesty, the Queen, if you’re a fan of pub crawls, adorable countryside towns or you love fantastic cities full of history, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales has it all and while these countries may be close in …

3 Of The World’s Greatest Natural Sights – And How To See Them

May 9, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

If you are a keen traveller, you will no doubt already have a long list of places that you would like to visit, re-visit, or sights that you want to see. When it comes to some of the world’s most amazing or beautiful sights out there, there are plenty to choose between, and if anything it is likely that you will often find yourself experiencing a kind of paralysis of choice. This can make it hard to know where to go and when, and it can mean that you always feel as if you are still missing out on other …

7 Reasons Why Travelling Is Good For You

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019 by Brooke Verlini

When it comes to travel, everyone should be doing it. That doesn’t mean going to the same holiday location every year because it’s merely somewhere familiar. Travelling and seeing what the world has to offer is good for you in a number of ways and here are seven reasons why it will do you a world of good – pun intended. It Gives You Life Experiences When travelling, many of us will find package holidays, lounging by the pool and enjoying an all-inclusive option, a great idea. And why not? Many of us will spend our time working hard and …

3 Reasons Why You Should Do a Bit of Adventure Travel

April 10, 2019April 4, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

As we all know, the world is an amazing place, and there’s a whole lot of adventure to be had out there. Any kind of travel experience has the potential to be powerful and uplifting, whether it entails checking out some great cultural landmarks from the past, or just being in a different setting to your usual one, and getting a new perspective on things. That being said, if you’ve never done an “adventure vacation” before, or even considered it, you should really think about giving it a shot. There are many different forms of adventure vacation, but the common …

Everything To Know About Seeing Sports Abroad

February 11, 2019February 6, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

Plenty of travelers have little to no interest in sports and thus aren’t particularly concerned with this topic. That said, no one needs to be a diehard sports lover to enjoy them abroad. There’s something really fun about seeing a stadium in a foreign city, mingling with local fans, and seeing how a population can come alive with the highs and lows of sport. It’s not a stretch to say that in many places around the world sport is very much part of the culture – and thus worth interacting with for tourists. Ultimately, seeing sports abroad is its own …

Uplifting Vacation Options to Help Heal a Broken Heart

December 12, 2018December 7, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Breakups are very unfortunate events, and trying to move on after that can be quite the challenge. Some people find it so hard to move on after a breakup that they think it is just okay not to move on at all. Other people drown themselves in their work so that they cannot think of those happy memories that now hurt them so much. Distractions are great for people undergoing a breakup. Other people drown themselves in drinking sessions with friends who know how to have a good time only. But why not try to get away from it all …

On Board the Dream-like Trans-Mongolian Train

July 18, 2018July 18, 2018 by Brooke Verlini

I’d like to call myself an enthusiast of long rail journeys. There’s something melodic about the slow but constant change of scenery as the train trundles past tarnished railway tracks. My trip from Moscow, Russia to Beijing, China via the Trans-Mongolian Railway was one such voyage. The route crosses two continents, three vast countries, and several prominent landmarks, including a vast portion of Siberia, the Ural Mountains, Lake Baikal, the Gobi Desert, and the Great Wall of China. I admit that before embarking on this journey, I entertained myths about endless snow, frozen soil, and blizzards that caused trains to …