6 Tips for Getting the Most from Hotel Meeting Rooms

Hotel Meeting Room

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) reports that there are over 23 million small businesses in America. These account for 55% of all new jobs that are created throughout the country. Despite this, they only hold 30% of commercial space. This discrepancy would seem to suggest that small-business owners are conducting operations outside of their […]

Aimless Adventures at Tikal Ruins

A Tour of the Mayan Ruins of Tikal

Ancient ruins are cool, but the tours associated can also be slow and boring at times. I have a tough time sitting still when I’m put in a “tourist” type situation, so I seperated myself from the group and went off to explore the Tikal Ruins my way. Here are the highlights of our tour […]

Ayia Napa — The Other Side

The beauty of Ayia Napa

In recent years, Ayia Napa has developed a reputation for being a nonstop party zone, a relatively cheap destination for youngsters to experience their first taste of freedom… and alcohol by the bucket load. That’s a great shame, however. It’s perfectly possible to enjoy other sorts of holidays to Ayia Napa. If you’re planning to […]

A Dream European Family Road Trip: What can you expect?

European Family Road Trip - Switzerland

Despite being one of the smaller continents, the varied landscapes which characterise Europe make for some amazing views. Europe also has plenty to offer for family holidays, even when the weather’s a little on the chilly side. Often, the best way to explore Europe is by car, but which routes are best for keeping holidaymakers […]

Fun Winter Holiday Traditions in Britain

Holiday Traditions in Great Britain

Headed to the U.K. near the end of the year? You’ll probably hear the winter holidays in Britain before you see them, with the piped-in tunes of Christmas carols and songs about the season bending your ear in every public venue — and probably even in your London hotel room. You’ll be more likely to […]

Explore the UK and Europe with Cheap Flights

Thermal Baths in Budapest

Whether you’re going on a foreign holiday or are off on a weekend break to a UK city, budget airlines provide a fast, pleasant and inexpensive way of getting to your destination.   Travelling from one end of the country to the other can be long, laborious and costly by car or train so the best […]

What Kind of Traveller Are You?

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When you think of vacation what does it entail? Are you on a beach, jumping off a bridge or strolling through the city? No matter what your travel preferences are, travel insurance is a major consideration before you take off on your journey. Some travellers are more at risk than others, so let’s figure out […]

5 Ways to Select Sustainable Accommodation

Sustainable Accommodation

Over the last few years there has been a marked increase in the number of people around the world that have become conscious of the way they travel, and who wish to tread more lightly on the Earth. While it used to be the case that opting for sustainable accommodation meant sleeping in a tent […]

International Banking Tips for Travelers

International Banking for Travelers

Budgeting for travel can be difficult and overwhelming at times, but if you do your research and read the small print, you can save a ton of money and take advantage of an international bank account. One of the first things to look at is ATM fees and international banking fees associated with a particular […]

The Juice is Worth the Squeeze in Semuc Champey

Semuc Champey - Guatemala

Every now and then certain situations arise that make me question this life of travel. In this particular instance, it was a hellish seven-hour drive in the back of a stuffy shuttle bus from Rio Dulce to Lanquin, Guatemala. As if roadside construction, massive potholes and tropical climate weren’t enough, my beautiful co-pilot came down […]