A GUIDE TO CLIMB THE HAIKU STAIRS ⇷☓⇸ So, you’re in Hawaii, and want to climb the Haiku Stairs? That’s great news! They are found in Oahu and is an incredible 10.4-mile roundtrip trail to the top, with so many different views and nature to keep you entertained for hours. Not only that but once at the top you get to experience the main reason you climbed there – the stairs! Now, for most, a 7 hour around hike to see some stairs isn’t the most appealing idea, but once you see these photos I am pretty sure you will change your mind. The stairs themselves are government property and…
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Motorbiking Through Vietnam
A SHORT STORY OF ADVENTURES ⇷☓⇸ The Intro Straddling the warm wet seat of my motorbike I look around me, taking in the solid sheets of water that are raining down outside and hammering on the tin roof above me. Huddled in the dark, around a small portable TV, two young Vietnamese girls curiously stare at me, the familiar sound of The Simpsons voices fill the air, the screen illuminating their faces in the darkness. I nod and smile to their father who is ushering me further inside the thrown together shack beside the road out of the rain, killing my engine as I do so. Their mother graciously pulls…
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Books
A WORLD OF WONDER AND SHORT STORIES ⇷☓⇸ For over eleven years I have been writing short stories, novels, poems, quotes and ramblings, ranging every genre you can possibly think of. Back in 2013 I decided that these stories should leave the hidden vault on my laptop and enter the world as a book for every Tom, Dick & Harry to read. With a 5 star rating on Amazon and a 4.40 star on Goodreads, it sets you up for some imaginative writing and stories – and a great companion for travelling or short breaks! Buy it here now: Blurb: ‘Ever wondered what it’s like to be in someone…
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New Zealand: Episode 1 & 2
Best moments from New Zealand! ⇷☓⇸ Episode 1 Episode 2 INSTAGRAM: @explorewithlee, @taketheleaptravel FACEBOOK: Take The Leap Travel TWITTER: @takeleaptravel Edited by Janna Begg – Instagram: @jannasbegg SaveSave
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The Top 10 Books For Travel Inspiration
TRAVEL BOOKS FOR THE WANDERLUSTER ⇷☓⇸ There is nothing better than settling down with a delicious drink of choice, some snacks and an evening full of adventure, suspense, love and travel to help get your motivated to go travelling and see the world. With bounteous amounts of books out there to choose from, it can get a little bit overwhelming when it comes to dedicating your limited time to something you may not enjoy. That is why I have taken my own time to save you the trouble and provide the best books to fuel your wanderlust. Not only can you read these books over and over again but once…
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The Best Travel Insurance Guide
PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST THE WORLD ⇷☓⇸ What to look for: One of the most important things that you can possibly buy and need whilst travelling is travel insurance. While a lot of people think ‘I’m healthy, I don’t need travel insurance. I won’t get sick,’ travel insurance is something you absolutely need on the road. You never know what could happen, and most health plans don’t cover you overseas. It is much more than just medical protection. It covers you when your camera breaks, your flight is canceled, a family member dies and you have to come home, lose a bag, or something is stolen. It’s all-purpose emergency coverage and is the single most important thing you…
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Whats the best backpack to travel with?
Everything you need to know ⇷☓⇸ Picking the right backpack is an important part of any trip. Too big, and you’ll have too much extra weight. Too small, and you’ll never fit anything in. Pick the wrong material, and your stuff will be soaked in the rain. There are so many options out there that it can be very confusing. There are many backpacks in the world and even more places where you can purchase one. I’ve tried, seen, and experienced many backpacks over the years. I know what works. So in order to save you hours upon hours of research, I’m going to lay out all the good qualities a…
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Pack Smart, Travel Far: My 16 Essentials
EVERYTHING I USE & NEED WHILE TRAVELLING ⇷☓⇸ If there’s one thing I’ve learned from years on the road, it’s this; packing light is the key to a stress-free adventure. The last thing you want is to be dragging around an overstuffed bag filled with things you’ll never use. Trust me, you won’t miss that extra pair of jeans when you’re sprinting for a train or navigating cobblestone streets. Over time, I’ve fine-tuned my packing list to include only the essentials, items that are practical, versatile, and ready for any scenario you might encounter. Whether you’re trekking through jungles, exploring bustling cities, or lounging on a tropical beach, these 16…
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Travel Gear – What Will You Need?
The Essential Travel Gear Guide ⇷☓⇸ Travellers don’t carry a lot of gear on the road but making a mistake in getting the gear you are supposed to get can lead to wasted money, carrying too much stuff, and being unable to stay connected on the road. First, the short answer to what you should pack: take as little as possible. I take only the essentials, and if I really need something, I buy it. It’s not that hard to find medicine, clothes, or anything else you may need overseas. I also try to stick to the same climate during my trips to avoid carrying lots of different clothes. I don’t want…
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What vaccinations do you need for travelling?
Ensure You Are Protected Whilst Travelling ⇷☓⇸ When I first started to plan my adventures around the world, it was really difficult to work out which vaccines I needed to get and where to get them as I struggled to find one single website that could explain which vaccines I needed for which country, what the diseases actually were and what type of risk I would be in be taking by not getting them. So many questions plagued me about vaccinations. Which ones do you need and which ones don’t you? How expensive will they be? Can you get some for free? Is it possible to have lots together or do they need to be spread out?…
