Your Introspective Tour Guide to the World

Fear of Flying? You Can Still Travel!

August 21, 2019August 21, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

For those of us who travel frequently, boarding a plane isn’t all that much different to boarding a bus. Once you’ve done it a few times and know the procedure, it becomes second nature, and you don’t worry about the journey any more than you would be getting into a car. However, for some people, they simply aren’t able to shake their fear of flying, and this phobia can be a real issue. It can be enough to put people off travel for good and means they’re never able to visit the incredible foreign lands that they once dreamed of. …

What You Should Know Before Visiting Bhutan

August 7, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

Landlocked between China, Tibet, and India and surrounded by the Himalaya’s is Bhutan. A country rich in culture and traditions is a must-visit country for any traveler wanting to explore some of the worlds lesser-traveled destinations. Bhutan is under 15,000 square miles of land. With a tourism industry only dating back to the 1970s, Bhutan is fiercely protective of its traditions making it the perfect place to visit for those wishing to experience new cultures, or simply to trek. And with Bhutan only receiving around 70, 000 visitors per year, you won’t feel overwhelmed by other tourists as you explore …

Cooking at Sea: How to Become a Cook in a Galley

August 7, 2019 by My Travel Backpack

Is it your dream to work on a cruise ship? If yes, you have to understand that applying for a job on a ship comes with its own set of challenges. One particular profession that can be difficult to apply for is the galley cook. How to become a galley cook If your passion is cooking and you want to work on a ship, perhaps becoming a galley cook is your vocation. There are several available galley hand offshore jobs that you can check online. You should know that there are various kinds of cooks in this kitchen with varying …

5 Ways To Spot A Good Tour Guide

July 10, 2019July 9, 2019 by My Travel Backpack

If you’re going on vacation soon and thinking of doing a number of different tours whilst you’re there, you need to be sure you’re picking the right tour guide for you. Although you may feel as though you’re getting good value for money, more often than not you will find that your tour will be carried out by someone who is just not that good at their job. Whether they’ve been doing it for years or they’re new to the job, tour guides will often try to scam you when it comes to day trips. Whilst it can be tricky …

Food Presentation: How to Wow Your Customers

July 2, 2019July 2, 2019 by My Travel Backpack

Food doesn’t just have to taste good when you’re in the restaurant business. You also need to make it look attractive so that people will be encouraged to order it. As they say, first impressions last and the first impression that your customers will have of your food is that of how they are presented. Proper food presentation can be a big help in ensuring that people buy your food. Here’s how you can make your food look great: Get the Right Plate Excellent presentation starts with the right foundations. This means you will need to have the right plates …

4 Essential Planning Tips for a Stress-Free Vacation Experience

June 3, 2019June 3, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

Going on vacation is something everyone needs to be able to do, and this is something that will allow you to unwind and relax each year. Travel is so important because it can broaden your mind and expose you to other cultures and customs. This is why you need to make sure you take a vacation every year without fail. And there are a lot of aspects that should be planned out in advance before the trip. You have to understand what it takes to have the most complete trip you possibly can, and this means taking steps to plan …

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 …

Be Sure to Explore these Cultural Attractions If You Visit Perth

May 16, 2019May 16, 2019 by Bonnie Rush

Australia is the kind of place where just about anyone can take a long and ambitious vacation, and experience something that “works for them.” If you’re an amateur ecologist at heart, you could disappear into lush locations such as Daintree rainforest, the oldest tropical rainforest in the world. If you’re a surfer dude or dudette, you can spend your entire trip suntanning on a beautiful sandy beach. And, if you’re into cultural attractions, there are plenty of those to go around, too. Perth is one of the best-known cities in Australia and features plenty of cultural attractions of its own. …

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 …