6 Extreme Sports You’ve Never Heard Of but Have To Try
Extreme sports are those that usually have some type of danger associated with them, but most of the time they are associated with thrill seeking behaviour. In other words, those that take part in them love the thrill of the risk and the sheer joy that comes from being a part of the sport. High […]
The Seven Best Attractions New York Has to Offer
New York City is one of the biggest cities in the world and is considered an economic, artistic and architectural centre. With its long history and international appeal, hundreds of unique attractions have been created throughout the years. Each of these attractions offers photo opportunities and awe-inspiring views. However, with so many alluring sites, it […]
ATP Valencia Open 500
The Valencia Open takes place between the 19th and 27th of October 2013 and will see some of the world’s best tennis players congregate to win this much-respected tournament. This is an ATP World Tour 500 event which is only two levels below Grand Slam level meaning the quality of tennis to be expected is […]
HOW TO: Cook Peruvian Food Like a Local [VIDEO]
Food is our common ground. It’s a universal experience that brings people together and makes them feel comfortable. Today, a small family kitchen in a quiet neighborhood on the outskirts of Lima, Peru served as that bridge as I gathered up some local Peruvian friends to teach me how to cook two traditional Peruvian dishes. Learning to […]
Why do Backpackers in Britain shy away from Mopeds?
The moped gets a hard time in the UK, mainly because travellers aren’t really sure what they are. Is a moped the same as a scooter? Is it like a bicycle with added power? Is it a car that’s been cut in half? Well, obviously it’s not the last one, but seeing travellers on a […]
Fighting Euro-Fatigue: an Alternative Guide to Europe
IMO, there’s only so much European architecture a traveller can take. I don’t know about you but personally, the “must do” cities have mentally melted into a huge memory pot marked “Europe,” and I can’t discern one experience from the next. Sure, this doesn’t say good things about my memory but it also says a […]
5 Tips For Blending in as a NYC Tourist
Half the people you see while you’re walking around in New York City are tourists, and it’s pretty obvious. They’re probably taking pictures in Times Square, trying to navigate their way to the Empire State Building using a huge paper map or waiting for all of the oncoming traffic to completely clear before taking a […]
7 Great Summer Experiences in NYC
The big city of dreams never disappoints when it comes to entertaining guests and this past weekend was no exception. Some friends and I took a mini road trip downstate to experience summer on the exotic island of Manhattan and I figured I’d share some of the highlights from one wild weekend in New York […]
4 cool cheap city breaks for a cheap travel fix
When considering a short city break, there are usually a few iconic destinations that tend immediately to spring to mind, such as Paris, Amsterdam and Rome. But it shouldn’t be overlooked that there are numerous other destinations which are equally or even more attractive, just a short journey distant and perfect for a break, which […]
Benidorm is a Great Base – but jumpers not generally needed
Many Brits will flock to the warming Spanish Costas this summer, as families look forward to a break in the sun. Over recent years too, Benidorm has somewhat transformed its image, into something altogether a little more modern. Whilst the British-themed pubs, fast food joints, water parks and cabaret clubs here are always appreciated, some […]