Majority of tourist visiting Leh Ladakh in are trekkers. When planning your trip to this sensitive north western region of India, pay attention to your physical fitness. The chilling winter and the low oxygen level due to high altitude can be harsh on you. Leh is the capital city of the region and is quite developed to provide you with all the basic amenities. You can explore the rugged terrain and the barr ...

For many avid backpackers, hiking far into the wilderness means leaving the distractions of modern life behind and focusing on experiencing the natural world in all its glory.  For such individuals, the most unforgettable kind of backpacking adventure is one that also takes them away from the distractions that friends and family can represent.  Backpacking solo is a way to truly "get away from it all" and b ...

 We Interviewed two lovely gals from Room 77, a great site to find amazing hotels! We believe that one of the top travel experiences of your vacation, or backpacking trip comes from your accommodation experience. So we wanted Heej Jones, the director of Content and Community and Jessica Skelton, the Marketing Communications Specialist at Room 77 share their expertise and resourceful knowledge about hotels w ...

I know this post isn't necessarily travel related but it will provide some insight on what's currently happening in Montreal. In case our local Montreal news didn't make it to your country (which I really hope it didn't), our students have been protesting against tuition hikes for over 12 weeks now. The liberal government announced earlier this year that tuition would be increasing by $325 per year for the ...

What better way to start the weekend by getting to know another cool travel blog? We became friends with Women on the Road blog on Facebook and after some email exchange with Layla, the founder, we thought you'd like to meet another one of us! How did the idea of starting your own travel blog come up? I started it back in 2006 after extensive travel - I was going to write a book but life got in the way and ...

I just wanted to share with all you outdoor and travel geeks from Montreal that there is a festival that may interest coming to Parc Jean-Drapeau in May! Yes, you may be thinking "and yet another festival" but hey, it's related to travel! How can we miss this one? And, it's free! This year will be my first year at the festival but from what I was able to gather, this outdoor and travel event will include ex ...

Even if you're not a wine junkie, you most probably know that South Africa is one of the top new world wine producer. If you didn't, well now you know! South Africa was introduced to wine when the Dutch arrived in South Africa. The first vineyard was introduced in Constantia which is the closest vineyard to Cape Town, perfect for a one day trip if you're tight on time. Otherwise, you can visit Stellenbosch ...

When you have a busy lifestyle, it’s nice to be able to completely relax and enjoy a slower pace of life when on holiday. Not everyone wants to cram a holiday itinerary with waterparks, animal parks and activities. Sometimes, it’s nice to have the time to just kick back and relax for a change. The Canary Islands are a great summer holiday destination, with Tenerife and Lanzarote holidays both being popular ...

Finding truly thrilling activities to do while backpacking is not always easy, especially while you’re on the tourist trail and everybody is doing the same thing. If you feel the need to strike out and try something exciting, and even a bit dangerous, then here are a few ideas for you! Devil’s Pool, Zambia Perched at the top of Victoria Falls in Zambia, the appropriately named Devil’s Pool is becoming a fav ...

While it’s lovely to have that annual summer holiday booked and in the diary early on, sometimes life gets in the way. When you have a busy lifestyle it can sometimes be impossible to predict which weeks you can earmark for a holiday and, as the months tick by, you find you still have nothing booked. Late holiday deals are the solution to this problem. Perfect for those who may only know their availability ...