Australia Tips for Solo Travel

Australia has been losing numbers of tourists in recent yeads , in part due to the high Aussie dollar which has made it a very expensive destination, even for those who are here on a budget. However Aussie is a big country and is a big destination for Asian students looking to learn English and … Read more

The hidden Welsh heritage of the Ukraine

The Ukraine is one of the last undiscovered countries in Europe, and this vast frontier-land has many new cultural experiences to offer travellers, amongst the old Soviet architecture and the dramatic landscape of the Crimea. But what many people may not know is that the Ukraine is also home to a Welsh football club. That’s … Read more

Finding oneself in Ubud, Indonesia

The locals blame that book, and that movie, and that actress, Julia Roberts! Seems a little harsh to me particularly as Bali is an island of little industry outside of the biggy that is tourism! So Ubud’s popularity rolls on like the tour buses and taxis that ply the route up from the southern resorts. … Read more

Ideas for slow travel and longer vacations

One of the great things about solo travel is the ability to travel at your own pace, something along the lines of slow travel, which is becoming an increasingly popular lifestyle choice. We thought we’d put together a number of ideas for places to stay as part of a slow travel experience. 1. Bali, Coastal … Read more

Finding your own pace in Turkey

It may not be for everyone, but travelling alone can be an exhilarating and liberating experience. Untying yourself from life’s daily timetable and striking out on your own, keeping your own pace, is one of the best feelings in the world – one that everybody should experience at least once, if not all the time! … Read more

5 Reason to take out travel / medical cover

1. FOR MEDICAL REASONS This is the number one reason why it is essential to take out travel insurance before you leave home. Even if you are a citizen on the EU traveling to another EU country then do not rely on the European Health card which will not work in most cases. Hospital treatment … Read more