LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST ⇷☓⇸ Looking for something new in life? Well head for the airport and travel to new destinations for your global adventure around the world – you won’t be disappointed! You may have lists for everything already – what to pack, gadgets you need, destinations you want to visit and activities you want to experience. However, what you may forget to do is to take a step back and actually enjoy your experiences. To actually make the most of your new adventures you will need to be able to relax, chill out and be open minded about the new environments you will suddenly find yourself in.…
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The Best Things To Do In Ubud
EXPERIENCE TRUE BALI CULTURE ⇷☓⇸ If you’re looking for the best things to do in Ubud then you have come to the right place! Forget about the touristy areas such as Kuta and Seminyak and head instead to the beautiful and more relaxed Ubud where you will get to know the real Bali. This is where you can enjoy the picturesque rolling green rice fields, the dense monkey forests, jaw dropping infinity pools and copious amounts of vibrant temples. Whilst becoming a more popular destination, it is still fairly quiet in terms of tourist to local ratios, without feeling like its too crowded. If you are after an incredibly budget…
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The Top 7 Travel Destinations
FIND YOUR INSPORATION FOR THIS YEAR ⇷☓⇸ It’s that time of year where you’re starting to get itchy feet and realising that you would much rather be on a beach with a cocktail or climbing some snow-capped mountains instead of working. With so many places to pick and only a few weeks of holiday to take where on Earth are you meant to go? For this year I have compiled the top 7 travel destinations which you definitely need to check out! Prepare to update your bucket-list: 1. South Korea While North Korea usually holds much of the press these days, South Korea is a definitely a country you should…
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The Perhentians – A Secret Malaysian Paradise
WELCOME TO THE BEACH A travel journey – As seen on 1972 Blog ⇷☓⇸ In the depths of early morning we arrived in the middle of nowhere, Malaysia. Eight hours by bus from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Besut, we descended the steps, looking haggard onto a deserted forecourt with our backpacks and a sense of uncertainty. We had been told that we would be dropped off at the ferry terminal where a boat would take us to paradise, also known as the Perhentian Islands, but there was no water in sight. In typical Asian fashion, we had paid to be taken close to our destination but not exactly where we…
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Spiritual & Healing Destinations
MYTHS, LEGENDS AND MYSTICAL POWERS? ⇷☓⇸ It is well known, that throughout history, mankind has craved natural & supernatural healing powers that Earth has to offer for our ranges of ailments and issues. Luckily for us, these mystic places have been found all around the world, that our ancient forbearers attached spiritual or religious significance to and played important roles in their respective cultures. Many of us flock to these destinations in order to better or heal ourselves, with some real and unexplainable miracles occurring for a handful of individuals. Some are still used for ancient rituals that take place in modern day, whilst others have been lost to time…
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Mad Monkey Phnom Penh
WHERE MAD MONKEY HOSTELS STARTED ⇷☓⇸ Mad Monkey hostels are slowly taking over South East Asia and for a good reason! They are already well established in Thailand, the Philippines, Australia and dominating Cambodia with hostels in Siem Reap, Kampot, Phnom Penh and Koh Rong Samloem. For those who don’t know much about these Monkey’s, they are a chain of hostels which offer a unique stay to their guests. I have stayed at the Siem Reap Hostel in Cambodia before and I loved every minute of it. Primarily know for being quite lively and having a fun, young, party vibe, its a great place to get stuck in and make friends. However,…
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The Top 10 Fun Things to do in Hawaii
ALOHA AND WELCOME TO PARADISE ⇷☓⇸ So, you’re heading to Hawaii! It is honestly one of the most beautiful places on Earth! Now it may not be one of the kindest either to your wallet and credit card, however, do not fear! There are plenty of things to do there that are free/cheap and also incredible! Whether you are looking for a break break, a hiking trip, helicopter tours or surfing the huge waves this is the place for you! Here are my top 10 fun things to do in Hawaii: 1. Waikiki Beach This is one of the main attractions in Hawaii. It is a hot spot for shoppers, surfers,…
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The Top 8 Destinations in Amsterdam
EUROPE’S WELL KNOWN GEM ⇷☓⇸ If you want traditional European architecture, lifestyle and philosophy, then look no further than beautiful Amsterdam. It offers not only the typical coffee shops, standard tourist attractions and of course the colourful smoke around you often smell around the recreational enthusiasts, but there is so much more to this diverse city than meets the eye. Down its numerous alleyways, lie classical brick work buildings and hidden gems waiting to be found by unsuspecting visitors. Jump on a bike or simply cruise on one of the many boat tours to gaze admiringly at Amsterdam’s incredible infrastructure. These are my Top 8 must see attractions: 1. Wander…
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Best Way To Explore The Na Pali Coast
BY LAND, SEA OR AIR… ⇷☓⇸ Internationally known as one of the true wonders of the world. This ruggedly unique coastline stretches for fifteen miles on the northwest shore of Kauai and is a must do activity on any Kauai holiday. ‘Na Pali’literally means ‘the cliffs’ and it sure isn’t joking with its terminology. Almost all of Na Pali is unreachable due it to its distinguishing precipitous cliffs that plunge straight down, thousands of feet into the crystal blue ocean below. Due to this factor, and its remote location, allows Na Palito remain one of the most beautiful and pristine coastlines in the world. So much so that they have filmed…
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World Events You Should Experience
YOU WONT WANT TO MISS THESE! ⇷☓⇸ It’s that of year where winter is finally starting to become a distant memory and spring is starting to peek out of the gloom providing that ray of hope and reassurance that summer will soon be with us. For this special event, all around the world, people celebrate with unique festivals and traditions, that one can only describe as supremely unique. Here are the ones that you shouldn’t miss: 1. The Netherlands- Bloemencorso Bollenstreek One of the biggest events in South Holland, the Flower Parade, known for its abundance number of beautiful flowers and hosts a 12-hour long parade that travels 24m…
