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Tips & Advice
While booking flights for your next vacation, have you considered taking out travel insurance? Let’s admit it, most of us are unaware of how a travel insurance policy can help in times of need. Likewise, you may not know how you can seek help from an embassy when you face some difficulties internationally.
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If you’ve never been to the most exciting city in the world, your first time can be thrilling and for some pretty overwhelming. There is so much to do, so much to experience, you may have no idea where to begin...
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The World Health Organization has recently released a report detailing the expected rise in city populations over the next few decades. Just like Australia, the majority of the world’s population also live in...
Although travelling alone can be an adventure of a lifetime, it can also pose a big challenge, especially for a newbie. So, how do you relish in the experience of trying something new and refreshing, while staying safe...
Teaching English abroad as part of the TEFL or TESOL programs can be one of the most exciting and fulfilling experiences of your life. Whether you’re on a gap year after Uni or hoping to become a teacher, it provides a...
Although it’s that time of the year when you want to forget all your worries and break out of your routine, accidents can still happen while you are on vacation. Most of the time, an accident or injury happens because...
Discovery Channel’s Shark Week may educate viewers on the dangers of swimming in shark-infested waters, but a bigger concern should be the risk of drowning at the beach, particularly when waters are ferocious. You may...
Are you one of the lucky ones who’ve decided to tie the knot abroad? One of the great benefits of doing this is that would-be couples can save vast amounts of money (obviously this depends on the type and...
In an ideal world, our holidays would always be a pleasant, relaxing experience; allowing us to return home feeling totally recharged. Alas, it doesn’t always work out like that. Here are some of the most common...
When you take time off work for a stress-free vacation, the last thing you want waiting for you back home is a chaotic financial disaster due to a stolen identity. However, these situations are all too common when the...
Every October, people from all over the country come together to celebrate frightening attractions and traditions. From abandoned houses to decrepit prisons, these destinations provide both excitement and the chill of...
Most people are well versed in Australia’s drink driving laws, but what about other countries? Here is a list of the top 10 travel destinations of 2013 and the drink driving laws that apply. In some...
According to Roy Morgan’s Holiday Tracking Survey (released in May this year), the majority of Australians under the age of 30 would like to take an overseas holiday – no surprise there. What’s interesting though...
Going on a road trip? Plan ahead by taking every precaution and ready yourself (and your car) for the endless hours of driving ahead. Nobody wants to be in a car accident. However, when on the road there are many...
Planning an international trip can be overwhelming, don’t let packing load you down as well. With a couple of tips and tricks in your back pocket you can travel with ease, comfort and peace of mind – which is the...
If you’ve ever panicked at the thought of travelling to a place without the creature comforts of home (such as Wi-Fi), then this travel guide is for you. You’ll be surprised just how far you really need to...
People are busy, that’s nothing new. Sometimes the only available time to schedule getting a tooth taken out or getting a dental implant is hours before a flight. So there’s that question: is it safe to fly after an...
Many travellers often take a vacation to build memories and bond with family members. However, sometimes it can be a nightmare your family is not on the same page. To avoid such situations, everyone should consider a...
While booking flights and hotel rooms online, you might have stumbled across notifications asking you to buy travel insurance as part of the package. However, most of us often avoid purchasing travel insurance for our...
Summer may be slowly coming to an end and Mr Autumn might be poking his rainy head around the corner, but that’s no reason to put off your holiday if you haven’t already had one this year. We may have had the best...
The official religion in Kuwait is Islam with approximately 85% of the population, split between approximately 70% Sunni and 30% Shia. The rest of the population is divided between Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and...
To the surprise of nobody in particular, Thailand’s infamous Full Moon Party was not a domestic invention. It was apparently a group of upstart backpackers in the mid to late 1980s who threw the inaugural party to...
Sometimes the behaviours and habits of fellow passengers can drive you crazy. According to a recent survey, a number of flight attendants often get infuriated by guests who stuff excess luggage in the overhead lockers...
Travelling is no doubt fun and adventurous, however, not everyone loves planning trips. In fact, many people find travelling very intimidating and overwhelming just because of travel fears. Yes, you heard it right -the...
The best way to maximize your spending money in a foreign country is to know all the exchange options available. From settling your hotel bills to paying the cab driver, it will give you a pretty clear idea of what...
Having the chance to get behind the wheel in a new place can be a serious adventure. You can get the best views, be in charge of your own travel itinerary and really get a feel for the culture and landscape. However...
Air travel can be a very frustrating and tiring experience for humans that have done it several times before, so for a dog that has never experienced it, the whole affair can be incredibly unsettling. It doesn’t help...
Whether you are travelling, attending once-in-a-lifetime event, or simply going to a mates birthday, a camera captures every delightful moment, turning them into a physical keepsake. Cameras are becoming extra-helpful...
Your fear of getting sick while away from home should not stop you from heading away to a foreign land and trying something new; all you need to do is to avoid getting sick in the first place; it’s as simple as...
Many historians state that tipping was first introduced by Europeans in the early 1700s by wealthy families. Gradually, many countries adopted this etiquette and tipping became an everyday affair. While many Asian...
There are some things that you shouldn’t forget when travelling, but it all depends on the needs of where you are going and how long for. These are some of the gadgets you should consider not leaving home without...
Melbourne is renowned for its formidable fashion. The twists and turns of its alleyways reflect the unique folds of its high-end, boutique and vintage fashion districts. Here’s some of the top spots to get a fashion fix...
You might be on the verge of ditching your digital camera for a smartphone… and why shouldn’t you? It certainly is more convenient to carry around an ultra-light, multi-function smartphone than a heavy...
Trying out local cuisine can definitely make your next trip more worthwhile. Apart from saying you ate that and coming away with a great story to tell, it will also help you appreciate and understand the culture and...
To ultimately enjoy your holiday, people often than not tend to turn glaringly carefree. Most of the time, this same happy-go-lucky attitude tends lands them in some kind of predicament. To know some of the common...
To a frequent flyer, paying the extra money to get an upgrade from economy to a seat in business or first class is out of the question. But to someone who is still contemplating which seat to choose for their next...
Keeping in touch with your love ones when overseas doesn’t have to be expensive, but it will be if you don’t plan ahead. Many travellers over time have committed the grave mistake of carelessly leaving their...
Sure, you can eat any way you want when at home; like eating Nutella straight from the jar using your bare hands, sipping soup through a straw or dine using your complete silverware; but it’s an entirely different...
A smooth, comfortable, and a fun-packed holiday are what avid travellers usually strive for. With this, certain products (supposedly designed for convenient and hassle-free travel) have ballooned out of nowhere and are...
Shopping is all part of the travelling experience. In fact, some people travel just to have a great shopping experience! Thousands of tourists flood into these shopping districts each day, and during peak seasons...
The recent economic crunch experienced by many countries around the globe has made a lot of people mindful of their spending. Many became price-conscious, exerting more effort in striking the balance between the things...
Proposing to the person you love will be memorable no matter what, still, there are things you can do to make the moment extra special. As important as the ring is, the place where you pop the question is just as...
Travelling with your family can be a great way to create beautiful and lasting memories, but it can be tricky and stressful too, especially when you have toddlers and children with you. Double that stress when you are...
Travelling abroad can be a great source of fun and excitement, but it can also expose you to various health risks if you are not properly vaccinated. While vaccinations are not mandatory, seeking professional medical...
Technology has made travelling a whole lot easier and cheaper than it used to be. Today, you can effortlessly find the best travel deals online, book flights and make other reservations without even having to leave your...
Whether it’s in Zurich or in some obscure town in Pakistan, finding the right hotel room can be really daunting when you start to factor-in affordability and comfort, and then attempt to get the best out of the...
Thieves and burglars don’t go on vacation while you are away; in fact, this is the time of the year when they are most active. Many people tend to become less cautious during holidays because of all the excitement...
The rivalry between two of Australia’s major cities, Sydney and Melbourne, began nearly two centuries ago. From 1835 until now, residents have argued different views and perspectives on why one is necessarily...
While it is true that taking a vacation will cost you a fair bit of money, it doesn’t have to be as expensive as you imagine. With some planning and research, you can actually make your next holiday cheaper...
Travelling across the world has become easier than ever, with new flight routes continually opening to make popular travel spots more accessible to tourists. With your dream vacation within reach, you can’t afford...
It’s two days before your trip and you have already packed all yours clothes, checked the weather, dropped the pets off at your parents and printed off your tickets. Come the day of your holiday and everything is going...
