Its is now easier that ever to travel at low cost these days, due to lower airfares and a large array of new creative methods to pay your expenses. While some die-hard rules still work the best (like booking early for the best rates), some online services can even get you good last minute deals too. Learn a few tips to change a good vacation in to a fantastic one, without having to take out cash advance loans. See below to find out the some of...more
It was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life and half way through this adventure, I wished I had never been stupid enough to try it. Yet at the finish of this adrenaline pumping experience, my tortured body was ready to start again. How crazy is that? Our gut wrenching adventure was trying to tame North Queensland's mighty Tully River clinging to flimsy inflatable rafts and battling rapids and rocks on our watery...more
Mozambique is a truly undiscovered gem, that is slowly becoming a must see for tourists. During decades of civil war the country was plummeted into poverty and adversity and tourism practically ground to a halt. Since continued peace from 1992, more and more people have been visiting the country.Mozambique has become known as a beach paradise with a long coastline of flawless beaches with warm water. The beaches are clean and safe and very popular, depending on where you go. Another aspect Mozambique is becoming well known for is for diving. Due to the warm clear water and coral reefs more and more divers are flocking there. Many actually do their diving certification while on a trip to Mozambique which is both fun and affordable. This highlights another reason for Mozambique becoming more popular, that is, that its quite affordable in comparison to many other more established tourist places. When visiting Mozambique try to make the effort to go inland as this will open your eyes to other aspects of the country, such as its extreme poverty and hardship which is good to know to form a well balanced opinion of a place. The official language is Portuguese and this heritage is also...more
Namibia neighbours South Africa and is a very popular tourist destinations, especially for South Africans. It also shares borders with Zimbabwe, Botswana, Angola and Zambia. The country was governed by Germany and South Africa up until 1990 when a democratically elected government took over, and Namibia achieved independence. Although Namibia does...more
Everyone looks for different things in a holiday, but for many of us, beach holidays are what we really look forward to every year. The perfect sands are high on many peoples holiday tick lists. Whether you're staying in the UK or travelling to tropical shores, staying safe is extremely important, so here are my top ten tips for making the most of...more
In recent years it has become increasingly popular to head off on a round-the-world trip between finishing school and heading off to university. Gap years to Australia, New Zealand and South Africa can vary enormously depending on how much money you have, how long you’re away from home for and what you’re looking to get out of the trip. But one thing tends to remain constant for students heading out on their big adventure – a gigantic rucksack. Struggling through an airport laden down with clothes, a tent, cooking gear, a guitar and more jumpers than you could ever have need for during an Australian summer can be character building. But it can also be extremely tiring, cumbersome and restricting. Getting away on a gap year is about experiencing life, and getting stuck with an oversized pack can cut down your options or at the very least make getting about particularly difficult. Thankfully, there is another way. People travelling abroad for extended periods of time are increasingly turning to baggage shipping companies to transport their extra belongings from their home to their destination. Some companies cover as many as 300 countries and territories worldwide...more
You don't have to have a lot of money to travel to fun places. High paid doctors and lawyers aren't the only ones who get to go to new and exciting places. All it takes to travel like the pros is a little creativity and flexibility. There are some...more
If you are staying in the area for several days, you will be searching for downtown San Jose, CA restaurants. You will want to spend part of your vacation or business trip sampling food for some of the area"s top restaurants in downtown San Jose. ...more
How the Grinch Stole Christmas has become a staple of the Christmas season. People love following the transformation of the heartless Grinch into a lovable Santa like creature. This season, guests can take it all in at The Old Globe Theatre-Balboa...more
Those interested in art, entrainment and live music can get it all at the Del Mar Harvest Festival. From October 23rd to October 25th, the Del Mar Harvest Festival will showcase the work of more than 300 artists. The festival will also have live...more
The 38th Annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights is scheduled for December 13th and 20th, 2009 and will run from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. The theme will be Christmas at the Zoo, and just like years past, the event is certain to be a hit. Those who want to...more
With the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival quickly approaching on November 18 through the 22nd, travelers from all over the country are headed to the bay area. The festival will be held November 18th through the 22nd, and visitors will need a bay...more