Top five things to do in Vienna on a budget Famous for its rich musical past and stunning Imperial palaces, Vienna is fast becoming one of the most popular cities to visit in Europe. Usually when a place builds in popularity, that means the prices of activities in the area go up too, but luckily there are still tonnes of things to do in Austria’s capital that are cheap and cheerful. Here areRead More

One of the most exciting—and low-cost—ways to travel is to camp. Investing in equipment like a quality tent, a ground cover, a waterproof canopy, warm sleeping bags, a high-powered flashlight or lantern and a first aid kit. Everything else, from cooking tools to insect repellant and sunscreen, can be filled in if you already have the essentials. Whether you’re driving a rental car or usingRead More

A fascinating country with plenty to see and do, exploring the Emerald Isle independently can be the best way to discover the many enchanting sights. Road trips in Ireland take you across mountains and along dramatic coastlines, through vibrant cities and into charming towns. Uncover rich traditions, learn more about local history, meet memorable characters and tuck into traditional fare onRead More

5 Tips for Someone Travelling Abroad with High Blood Pressure Everyone loves a holiday – but for some people it’s easier to enjoy than others. Travelling with a pre-existing is going to make things considerably more challenging for you. Today, we’ll provide you with advice on travelling abroad with a medical condition, as we run you through five tips for dealing with high blood pressure onRead More

Historical Weather Data And How It Can Help You Learn From The Past Earth Networks is the world’s weather data expert. With more than two decades of experience backed by a network of more than 12,000 hyper-local weather stations across six continents, we are there for you when your business or organization needs us most.  The company understands that the past can teach you many things aboutRead More

What To Pack For a Trip To Svalbard.   The Norwegian offshore territory of Svalbard is the Northernmost inhabited point on Earth. As such, it gets pretty damn cold in Winter and then stays cold all the long Summer; you need to wrap up warm up on Svalbard. Coming from the North of England, I am kind of used to the cold so had no qualms about Backpacking Svalbard last year. However, thereRead More

Death Around The World   Whoever said, “in life there are but two certainties; death and taxes” was actually wrong. Over the last few years Google, Starbucks and a host of other global mega companies have proved that, with a bit of accounting flair, taxes can actually be avoided leaving only death as existences’ one and only certainty.   Mortality is therefore thRead More

The American Travel Ban In case you have been living in a cave on the moon for the past few months, you will be aware that the incumbent President of the United States is attempting to change the entry process for visitors to the country supposedly in the interests of national security. The drama is unceremoniously playing out across the world’s media with seemingly endless twists and turns;Read More

Volunteering In Nepal   Volunteering abroad is becoming an ever increasingly popular way for travellers to spend their vacation time. Whether qualified professionals, wide eyed college kids or party hard gap yearers, travellers of all ages and experience levels are increasingly offering their services around the world.   The kind of volunteering projects available vary widely. Volunteers canRead More