Category Archives: Travel Advice

Advice for Solo Travellers

Heading off for some R & R on your own? Make safety your number one priority! The joy of travelling solo is that you get to indulge your every whim, stick to your own itinerary and do not have to … Continue reading

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Thailand – from the Hedonistic to the Historic

Thailand is the jewel in the crown of South East Asia, from the exclusive resorts in Phuket to the hippie retreats in Pai it truly offers something for everyone. Bangkok is the capital and main transport hub for travellers, a … Continue reading

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JetLag Genie – October Travel App of the Month!

What is JetLag Genie? JetLag Genie is a clever app that helps travellers to beat Jet Lag with a customised action plan to help change sleep patterns based on your travel plans. Simply pop in your flight times and destinations, … Continue reading

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Traveller’s Guide to Modern Istanbul

Discover a more modern side of Istanbul in this fabulous travel vlog from Danann Breathnack. From the cosmopolitan area of Ortakoy, that boasts an atmosphere that has been likened to vibrant buzz that can be found at in London’s Camden … Continue reading

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Wakeboarding in Basilica Cistern, Istanbul

OK, this may be a blatant sponsored event, (thanks Redbull) but it is not often that you get to see a couple of guys wakeboarding in the Basilica Cistern, a sunken palace in Istanbul. Set to some awesome tunes you … Continue reading

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Istanbul – A Tale of Two Continents

Famed as the only city to straddle two continents, Istanbul offers a wealth of history and culture that befits its geographical location. As a city that was the capital of four empires (Roman, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman) history lurks around … Continue reading

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Travel Apps of the Month – TouristEye

After the recent media hype surrounding iOS6 and the map fail, we thought it would be fitting to review the map app TouristEye this month. Without giving too much away too early, it is available for Android as well as … Continue reading

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Balcony Falls Abroad – A Cautionary Tale

It is a fact that many of us enjoy a tipple or two whilst on holiday, and it is also a fact that accidents happen, especially when we have had more than our fair share of sangrias! If we did … Continue reading

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Visiting Australia – A Travel Guide

Tourism in Australia is booming – and it is a gap-year hot spot for many Brits, especially those who have a taste for adventure! If you are thinking of heading to Oz, the number one rule is to make sure … Continue reading

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Travel App of the Month – WeatherPro

With over 7,000 5 star ratings compared to under 500 total thumbs down, WeatherPro appears to be an app worth taking with you if you like to travel. It is available for iPad as well as iPhone, Android, Blackberry, Nokia … Continue reading

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