Our friend Bethan visited Busan recently, and while there she explored some of the best cafés the city has to offer. If you’re planning your own visit and want some inspiration for the best spots to grab a coffee, a sandwich, or a delicious pastry – read on below! When planning your first trip to …
We’ve never been more ready to get back to travelling, but this time, we want to do it properly. Gone are the days of badly-packed rucksacks, overstuffed carry-ons, or malfunctioning electronics – this time around, we want to make sure that you’re as prepared as possible before your amazing adventure. We’ve got some seasoned travellers …
As far as trips of a lifetime are concerned, well, I think it’s possible to have many of them to be honest! But certainly one of my most memorable trips was taking the Trans-Mongolian train from Beijing to Moscow. To go through three countries, through different climates, surrounds, encounter different cuisine, meet different folk, see …
When you think about hiking, lots of places come to mind – from the Alps to the Himalayas of Nepal. But have you ever considered South Korea? Hiking in Seoul is a unique experience, complete with stunning views, easy accessibility, and all manner of terrains. Nicole, our Adventure Tours Sales Advisor, gave us the lowdown …
Fresh off my recent journey to Mongolia, I found myself pondering a simple yet profound question: Is Mongolia worth visiting? Spoiler alert: In the shortest possible answer, yes, if your soul yearns for adventures and off-the-beaten-path destinations, you’re in for a treat. Imagine vast landscapes untouched by modernity, waking up to the vast expanse of …
Busan is a city of juxtapositions, sandwiching an old world charm with a glossy futurism. Here, nestled between the mountains and the ocean, colourful houses line sloping streets and glass skyscrapers tower over the beaches. On one side of the city, waves crash into rocky coastlines – on the other, they lap gently onto sandy …
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Being a student on a budget and travelling the world might sound like two things that don’t go hand in hand. But, we’re letting you in on a little secret: you can study and see the world! Check out our tips below on how to balance the books and backpacking, and how you can make …
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When you visit Seoul, you might be forgiven for spending all your time in the city. But venture just beyond into Korea’s beautiful countryside and you’ll find Jecheon – where our friend Bethan lives! She’s a local in the area now, so we asked her to put together a list of her favourite things to …
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Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of Tokyo, hiking the breathtaking landscapes of the Great Wall of China, or embarking on any other exciting journey, one of the most important aspects of your trip is the people you’ll be sharing it with. But how do you turn a group of strangers into lifelong friends? An …
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For some people, a trip abroad means one thing. Duty. Free. But if there’s one thing duty isn’t these days, it’s free – and the bargains aren’t quite what they used to be. So how do you make the most of your trip away to snap up a few wallet-friendly purchases? You head to the …
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