Barcelona has always been a popular tourist destination due to its warm weather, unique culture, spectacular landscape and legendary football players like Lionel Messi. Although Barcelona is an excellent destination for a city break, or to visit as part of a longer trip through Spain, it is also an amazing place to go on a …
Right, let’s get one thing straight from the beginning: Chicago ain’t that windy. It’s not the windiest city in the USA, it isn’t even particularity windy on any known scale of windiness. Sorry. What it IS however, is a vastly underrated metropolis chock full of attractions, sights and, most importantly, pizza. So much pizza. Read …
Are you planning on leaving your car at the airport or nearby the next time you board a plane? If so, here are some helpful airport parking hacks that you need to know which can help save you money and enjoy a stress free trip. 1. Reserve a Parking Space in Advance If you are …
Working abroad in Thailand is a dream, this country is beautiful with bustling huge cities and exotic paradise islands. But can foreigners live and work in this popular Asian destination and is it possible to find a teaching job in Thailand? Yes, and it’s easier than you might think. View our guide to teaching English …
Whale watching is the fastest growing form of ecotourism, and can be hugely exciting and rewarding. With millions of participants, the industry is worth billions of dollars annually. However, it needs to be organised responsibly in order not to disturb or threaten the whales. Whale watching can help incentivise the protection of whales, by providing …
Coral reefs are among the most bio-diverse and beautiful habitats on earth. However, because of global warming, ocean acidification, over exploitation and irresponsible development, coral reefs are in steep decline. Tourist activities, such as snorkelling and scuba diving, can damage coral reefs if they are not conducted responsibly. Here are the best ways to protect …
Fishing is a popular activity and sport, but it can be damaging to the conservation and welfare of the fish, to other non-target animals, and to the environment. What is it? Sport fishing, or recreational fishing, is fishing for pleasure or competition, in contrast to commercial or subsistence fishing. It is most commonly practiced with …
Did you know that you can use your travels to boost your career? Jenny Collins looks at how gaining qualifications during a trip overseas can give your career a welcome boost. Gap years and sabbaticals are becoming more and more popular for young and old alike. Many who choose to spend this time travelling, working, …
Have an interest in birds? Check out our helpful guide for beginners on how to start birding. What is birdwatching? Birding has become a truly international pastime, inspiring an increasing number of enthusiasts to travel the world in pursuit of rare and exotic species, often in fragile ecosystems. Birders carry a heavy responsibility to neither …
Camels are known as the ships of the desert, but this doesn’t mean that they are always in a condition to ship tourists around. Most desert based countries have a strong industry in tourist driven camel back rides and treks, and many hotels and travel agents offer these excursions. These could be rides across sand …
