A common lament that tourists make about their holidays abroad is that after a few weeks of eating out and not exercising, they have lost their usual momentum toward optimal good health. There is no reason, however, why travellers need to fall behind in their fitness routines. Indeed, a holiday can provide tourists with an […]
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A holiday on the run: tips for travellers
admin / February 3, 2013 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & Articles
Best places to see soccer games in the world
admin / October 25, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesIt is often said that the eyes are the windows to the soul, but when it comes to understanding the soul of an entire nation, there may be no better way than to attend a major sporting event. After all, visiting the great art galleries and museums while abroad will only allow a tourist a […]
Read MoreGoing green: Europe’s most eco-friendly cities
admin / October 17, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesOne of the benefits of travel has always been the chance to experience alternate modes of living. Hundreds of years ago, this tended to refer mostly to cultural differences. In the modern age, however, technological differences can be just as profound, even when traveling exclusively in Europe. This is because not all European nations are […]
Read MoreImportant life lessons learnt from living abroad
admin / October 17, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesA gap year experience is frequently touted as beneficial because it can help young people to promote themselves more effectively when it comes to university entrance or when they enter the job market. These are significant advantages, to be sure, but they are far from the only benefits that result from living abroad. Instead, a […]
Read MoreDance your way around the world – learn new dances and make new friends
admin / October 8, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesInterested in dance? Why not organise a holiday that focuses not on the natural wonders or cuisine of each nation visited, but instead concentrates on learning about traditional forms of dance? Although moving in choreographed ways in time with music seems to be a universally popular human trait, this impulse is expressed very differently from […]
Read MoreGreat city break hotel and travel ideas
admin / September 13, 2012 / MiscellaneousWhilst city breaks have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially in London, Paris, Rome and Madrid, more and more young couples are heading for the bright lights of some of the less well-known destinations listed on expedia.co.uk. There are some unusual and surprising possibilities for those individuals in search of cultural interest, great sightseeing […]
Read MoreTravelling through Europe on a budget
admin / August 20, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesEurope is a continent full of varied and exciting cultures begging to be explored and experienced. Widely differing traditions, architecture and cuisine are separated only by the borders that run between each country; and with so much to see and do, a trip through its delightful countryside is as exciting as it is engaging. These […]
Read MoreNorfolk – a county of contrasts
admin / July 2, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesBased in the County of Norfolk, I have been studying and working in the UK for almost 18 months now. During my time living in Norwich – an attractive cathedral city and the county town – I have had some opportunity to travel around and explore the area. I was very pleasantly surprised at what […]
Read MoreDublin: Capital of the Emerald Isle
admin / June 27, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesEver since southern Ireland separated politically from Great Britain in 1922 when the Irish Free State was created, Dublin has served as its capital. Although the city was originally a small settlement founded by Vikings, today it is the most populated metropolitan area in the nation. In addition, Dublin is considered an “alpha” among global […]
Read MoreScotland: The Enchanting North of Britain
admin / June 27, 2012 / Miscellaneous, Travel Stories & ArticlesA constituent nation of the United Kingdom, Scotland occupies the northernmost portion of the island of Great Britain. In addition to sharing a border with England, Scotland is bounded by several bodies of water including the North Sea, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Irish Sea. Contrary to popular perception, however, Scotland consists of much more […]
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