HOME TO LEONARDO DICAPRIOS – ‘THE BEACH’ ⇷☓⇸ Thailand is definitely the travel hub of Southeast Asia. Most people coming into the region fly into Bangkok and make that their base for doing the circuit around Southeast Asia. With its beautiful beaches, party islands, lush jungles, world-class diving, delicious food, friendly locals and cheap prices, Thailand is by far my favorite country in the world! It’s an easy country to travel and you can meet a lot of other like minded people there. The country is a well-worn destination on the backpacking trail and everything is convenient and easy. However, there are still many off the beaten path destinations aways from the…
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The Top 9 Places To Visit In Cambodia
CREATE MEMORIES IN CAMBODIA ⇷☓⇸ Cambodia is one of my all-time favorite destinations. Whilst it may be a flawed and corrupt country, it’s filled with some of the friendliest people I’ve ever encountered, rich history, delicious food, beautiful coastlines, and a lively nightlife. Not to mention the main setting for Lara Crofts jungle adventures! It is a country still trying to find its way after the horrifying genocide that was carried out by the Khmer Rouge regime (led by Pol Pot) between 1975 and 1979, when about 1.5-3 million Cambodian people were killed, and this still resonates with the locals to this day. Putting that aside it is one of…
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The Top 10 Dessert Places In Auckland
WHERE TO CURB THAT SWEET TOOTH ⇷☓⇸ Who doesn’t love having something sweet after their mains? For some people, that is the first thing they look at when scoping out a menu and can make or break picking that place to eat. With so many places to chose from in Auckland I have compiled my favourite Top 10 for you to try out and love: 1. Miann Not only is this one of my favourites it is also serving desserts day and night, for your every whim! With some of the most delicious gelato sticks, yummy bon bons, petit gateaux, weekly sundaes and beautifully plated desserts, there is something for…
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The Top 10 Places To Visit In Vietnam
GOOD MORNING VIETNAM! ⇷☓⇸ You’ve probably seen it in the background of countless war movies, but nothing can prepare you for the epic beauty of Vietnam. It is a very beautiful country, filled with delicious food and countless things to see and do. From the natural beauty of Marble Mountains and Halong Bay to the man-made artistry of the sacred temples and Cu Chi Tunnels, Vietnam has a lot to offer travellers. The country has suffered a long dark history of colonialism, communism, war, and poverty. You cannot escape learning about the horrid history whose effects are still visible on the faces, bodies the locals even today. Admittedly, it’s a…
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The Best Things To Do In Bali
MY TOP 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN BALI ⇷☓⇸ Bali is one of the most popular destinations in Indonesia, and its very easy to see why! The countryside is breathtaking, the beaches are beautiful, there is great hiking, friendly locals, world-class dining, and it’s inexpensive. Bali is the total package. If you haven’t been yet, I seriously urge you to and give yourself at least a few weeks to explore. Once you leave the touristy southeast corner of the island, you won’t be bothered with crowds of tourists who never venture past their bars and spas in Ubud and Kuta! There is is so much to see in this stunning…
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10 Beautiful Natural Wonders To See In New Zealand Before You Die
‘THE POETRY OF EARTH IS NEVER DEAD’ – JOHN KEATS ⇷☓⇸ With so many natural wonders around the world its hard to pin point just one. However if you find yourself landing in New Zealand then there are no limits to the amount of beauty and adventures to be had in this amazing country. Here are my top 10 jaw dropping delights to remind the world how incredible New Zealand really is: 1. Tongariro Alpine Crossing This has to be one of the best day walks in the entire world! With its brightly-coloured, natural, emerald lakes, vast volcanic landscapes and lava flows, this crossing makes for a magnificent walking adventure.…
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7 Places to see in South Island, New Zealand
EXPLORING THE SOUTH ISLANDS NATURAL BEAUTY ⇷☓⇸ 1. Christchurch Known as “The Garden City,” Christchurch, boasts beautifully-sculpted parks and gardens reminiscent of Victorian England. The city has a lively student population, is multi-cultural, and is a popular backpacker destination. Though severely damaged by a few earthquakes in the last few years, the city is slowly being rebuilt and the city is moving forward. A really cool must see is the container shopping park which is a mix match of shipping containers made into, retail shops, cafes and restaurants which are all brightly coloured. Keep an eye out for the archway (as show above) and have a fun ride on the gondola…
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The Top 10 TV Shows For Travel Inspiration
TRAVEL TV SHOWS FOR THE WANDERLUSTER ⇷☓⇸ Before I took the leap and went travelling, I wanted to quench my thirst for adventure and to add fuel to the fire of my own overwhelming desire to travel, so I searched for the best (and in all honestly any) book that was about travelling and exotic lands. These are my top 10 to kick your wanderlust into high gear and start planning those trips: 1. Lost The survivors of Oceanic Flight 815 were 1,000 miles off course when they crashed on a lush, mysterious island. Each person possesses a shocking secret, but they’ve got nothing on the island itself, which harbors…
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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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Visiting Karekare Falls, New Zealand
AN IDEAL WAY TO SPEND A DAY OUT OF AUCKLAND ⇷☓⇸ Karekare Falls is located in the western part of Waitakere Ranges Regional Park, near Karekare village – the filming location for ‘The Piano’. With its beautiful scenery and easy access, it is a must see activity for any travel bug. An easy walking trail leads to the waterfalls lookout. It takes 5 minutes to reach the falls. You will find beautiful cascades at the beginning of the track. The walk is quite easy; unfortunately, it has some stairs at the beginning so not suitable for wheelchairs/strollers. But even if you have one, the view from the start of…
