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If you're seeking to go off the beaten path, travel Sudan for a rewarding and surprising experience. Here is my detailed Sudan travel guide and itinerary. Many have the misguided view of Sudan is like Egypt — but Sudan deserves more than that. Sudan is irrefutably an African nation, albeit with a[...]
Traveling in a camper van is one of the best ways to see the world — especially with what’s happening in the world now. Thanks to covid19 travel restrictions and social distancing measures, it has become more popular than ever to travel by campervan. Like many others, we have jumped on the ban[...]
After dreaming of buying a camper van for 10 years, we finally took the plunge. We are currently driving it around Europe. Follow along on our journey! For a long time I’ve dreamt of having a camper van. Way before #vanlife became a movement and years before it turned into a global trend. It all s[...]
As a huge fan of wildlife watching, I’ve spied on a leopard up close in the Serengeti National Park, observed black rhinos in the savannas outside Nairobi, and floated alongside hippos in the lush eden of the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Being able to observe wildlife in a natural setting is a rare[...]
A round-up of the best hikes in California, from hiking expert Allison Boyle who blogs at She Dreams of Alpine. One of the best parts about living or traveling in California is that you are never far away from a really beautiful hiking spot. The hiking options are unlimited in California. From the[...]
Welcome to Greenland, one of the last frontiers of our modern world. Greenland travel is a rewarding experience for adventure seekers and wildlife lovers. Located far north in the Arctic Ocean, Greenland has some of the most dramatic and spectacular polar landscapes in the world. It is home to icebe[...]
A Sahara desert tour is an adventure and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Here are my detailed tips on how to plan the perfect Sahara trip. Shades of gold shimmer around us, sparkling under the sun’s rays. Sand dunes stretch endlessly into the horizon as far as the eye can see. A Berber man dresse[...]
Far from Europe’s crowd-pullers lies the Arctic island nation of Iceland. This Iceland travel guide will bring you high over its volcanoes and deep underground. Marooned just outside the Arctic Circle, Iceland is a Nordic island nation that’s barely three hours away from London by plane – an[...]
If paradise had a name, it would be Seychelles. For those planning to visit Seychelles, here is my detailed Seychelles travel guide. Few places have beaches as pristine and picture perfect as Seychelles, and even fewer have done such a great job at preserving its wildlife, jungles and castaway isla[...]
Planning an epic California road trip? Here's my detailed day-to-day breakdown of a two-week itinerary in California. California is a magical place. There’s really no other state in the United States that has everything “Cali” does. From the spectacular mountains and wide windswept beaches to[...]
Visiting Torres del Paine, Chile, is a dream come true for many outdoor and nature lovers including myself. Here is my complete guide to Torres del Paine Chile. Torres del Paine, Chile’s most famous national park, is a spectacular region packed to the brim with adventure. Most people including mys[...]
Italy is one of the most visited countries in the world, for good reasons. The country has no shortage of colorful picture-perfect towns, historical treasure troves and some of the best foods in the world. Sadly, many parts of Italy have become overrun with tourists in the past decade or so. Veni[...]
Is one week in Costa Rica enough? I'm sharing my detailed Costa Rica itinerary for those who love nature, wildlife and beaches. Costa Rica is a country that truly has it all: lush rainforests, volcanoes, beaches, unique wildlife (think howler monkeys and sloths), and some of world's most protect[...]
Did you know that you don’t have to be a professional mountaineer to see Mount Everest? Here are various ways to get to Everest Base Camp. Mount Everest has drawn the interest of adventure travelers since it became known as the world’s tallest mountain. Legendary mountaineers such as Sir Edmund[...]
Planning a road trip in Japan? This guide to driving in Japan will get you prepared to hit the road! There's something special about road trips: the open road represents freedom and adventure. Alberto and I have always enjoyed exploring on two wheels, and even more so now that we have a daughter. Re[...]
Trekking in Tibet is the ultimate goal for avid hikers. If the lofty heights don’t scare you, check out my guide to trekking in Tibet to plan your adventure. For hikers with lofty ambitions, Tibet will sure to satisfy any kind of craving for adrenaline and challenge. Often dubbed the ‘Roof[...]
For an adventurous trip in Guyana, you need to make sure you pack as light as possible and still have everything you need. Here’s what to pack for Guyana. So you’re all booked for your Guyana adventure and it’s time to start packing. But what should you pack for an adventure-themed trip in[...]
Planning a trip to Guyana? Here's a detailed 10-day Guyana itinerary from my friend Giulia Cimarosti who has just returned from an epic adventure. Guyana: raw, wild and untamed. As cliche as it sounds, Guyana is the best-kept secret of South America. Not many have heard of it, or can point[...]
Any trip to Guyana is a real adventure. This Guyana travel guide from my friend Giulia Cimarosti will help you plan an epic journey to this unexplored country. If you're looking to explore WAY off the beaten path, Guyana might just be your answer. As Guyana has yet to be discovered by[...]
From the Swedish Lapland to mystical Transylvania, here is a round-up of the best winter destinations in Europe for those who want to frolic in snow! For me, a winter without snow is a winter wasted. Snow just adds a touch of magic to an otherwise dreary and cold season. Having spent most of my life[...]
Lapland in winter is a magical wonderland. Whether you're after adventure or fun in the snow, here's a list of fun things to do in Lapland. Extending for hundreds of miles above the Arctic Circle, Lapland is one of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe. For many, this northern extreme is a mys[...]
Tajikistan travel isn't for the faint-hearted, but it can be rewarding and refreshing. Here's my detailed up-to-date Tajikistan travel guide. Central Asia — affectionately known as the ‘Stans’ — sprawls across a large part of the continent, covering high mountains, vast deserts and stepp[...]
California local, Constance from The Adventures of Panda Bear, shares some fun things to do in Northern California. California is well-known throughout the United States as one of the most diverse ecosystems. The forested mountains, the desert, grassy chaparrals, and the coastal forests[...]
Trekking in Kyrgyzstan is the highlight for many of those traveling in Central Asia. My friend Stephen Lioy, Central Asia expert, shares his expertise on trekking in Kyrgyzstan. Trekking in Kyrgyzstan is becoming increasingly popular among independent tourists looking for an offbeat trav[...]
Travel to Swaziland can be a truly surprising experience. Here's my Swaziland guide to help you plan your adventure in Africa's smallest country. Sandwiched between South Africa and Mozambique, the Kingdom of Swaziland (now known as Eswatini) is a tiny nation often described as ‘Africa in a nut[...]
From Kilimanjaro to K2, here is a curated list of the best treks in the world, ranked on difficulty level. The best treks in the world are no walks in the park. But they're sure to challenge you physically and mentally, while amplifying your view of a country. Without further ado, here are the 10 be[...]
If you are looking to travel Tibet, this post will show you some of the best Tibet itinerary ideas to help you plan your own adventure. Tibet is a spiritual place that has the power to move even the most hardened traveler. This remote, far-flung region is seemingly in a world of its own, with f[...]
Here's a guest post from my friend and talented writer Marco Ferrarese, a Penang-based travel writer and book author. He's an expert when it comes to offbeat destinations for adventurous couples. Today he shares some of them with us here. Offbeat Destinations for Adventurous Couples When I ma[...]
If you’re planning to ski Slovakia with kids, we recommend Park Snow Donovaly for stunning landscapes, easy access, powder lines and beer for €2 a pint! Travel has always been my life, my passion and my everything. So when my daughter came along, I knew travel would become a big part of her l[...]
Travel the northernmost region of Europe on one of the greatest rail journeys in the world: the Arctic Circle Train and see Lapland by train. Extending for hundreds of miles above the Arctic Circle, Lapland is one of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe. For many, this n[...]