Do you know that you deserve a break? For months, you have been stressing yourself from work. It is unhealthy if you will keep on doing that without any breaks. If I were you, I will go straight to my superior to request for a vacation leave. Yes, vacation means rest too. But that doesn’t mean that you should be a couch potato. It is still best to flex some muscles and to release some endorphins. You think ...

[caption id="attachment_7881" align="alignleft" width="400"] Image Credits – Free Digital Photos[/caption] Car rentals are one of those services that can really rip you off for a lot of money if you don’t know what you’re doing. On the other hand, if you do know what you’re doing, it’s not difficult to save a lot of money – As much as 35% even. How do you save money on car rentals? Here are a few of the bes ...

As China becomes the favorite study abroad and gap year destination for most of the students in the United States, the question arises as to which remains the most qualified destination that can help students get an overview of the modern China as well as expose them to the bygone Chinese culture. One immediate easy answer is Beijing City, which almost all students studying abroad in China visit. The follow ...

There’s nothing more romantic than hiring a car and heading to a quiet and relaxed destination with your loved one. In under two hours you can transport yourself from the hustle and bustle of cosmopolitan Sydney to a variety of  secluded and beautiful couple-friendly retreats. Here are our top 3. Blue Mountains Nothing says romance like dazzling mountain scenery. Whether you’re a couple who like exploring t ...

London is one of Europe’s biggest and most exciting cities, and with plenty of cultural spaces, there is so much for backpackers to explore. The only downside can often be the price tags that come alongside the activities, with London being one of the more expensive cities in Europe. However, there is hope for the backpacker on a budget! Here is a list of the best cheap (under £25) and often free (!) things ...

If you think you have been to all the major popular tourist destinations of India, then probably you are wrong. Have you heard about the newly emerging tourism in India? If no, then you have perhaps missed nothing. Now, you will be definitely itching your head to know about the new destination in India that is making quite a buzz all over the world. Wildlife tourism is certainly a new form of tourist destin ...

Budget should never weigh too heavily on your vacation plans; after all, you want to sit back and take a break without any worries! Even though you may feel the heat of inflation, you should always make time to see the world whenever you can. Here are a few tips that can help you keep your total travel budget in check and add to your trip experience. Reduce Food Costs When you are on the road, you tend to f ...

As the economy slowly improves, more and more people are taking to the roads and airways in order to travel while it is cheap and easy to do. But, there are some things that travelers need to take into account before embarking on their journeys. One of the most important things they need to take into account is how safe the countries they are going to actually are for tourists and foreigners. Most people as ...

Volunteering has become a popular part of gap year programs. But there are a lot of students out there who are not sure about the kind of program to apply for in their gap year itinerary. Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to learn practical and academic aspect of any social work. Such programs allow interactions and sharing experiences with likeminded people from around the globe and learn more than ...

[caption id="attachment_7853" align="aligncenter" width="604"] Courtesy of Philippe Noel[/caption] Backpackers love to get in touch with locals whenever their trip lasts a long time, prefer public means of transport and enjoy inns and youth hostels as compared to hotels. That makes the difference between traditional travelers and backpackers; with that, Japan is one place that backpackers would enjoy, from ...