There are people who are endowed with skills of finding their way around an unchartered territory even without maps on their hands. Unfortunately, not everyone has this talent. It is for this very reason that maps were invented. Some individuals, though, would find it rather embarrassing and trite to carry around large maps amidst strangers. Luckily, constant innovations in mobile technology paved the way f ...

Whether you’re a veteran backpacker or preparing for your first trek, the world awaits. Backpacking provides incredible experiences and opportunities for travelers of many varieties. Check out these types tour backpackers you might encounter on your next trip and ponder about which group you fit into. Spiritual Travelers Looking to find themselves and serve others, these travelers often flock to Asia. After ...

A large number of villages located at high-altitudes provide skiing between June and September. These villages are accessed by lifts and are great for skiing in the summer. It should be kept in mind that not all these places provide variety and the gradient may be insufficient. France The Tignes is a highly developed skiing area during the summer months in France. The drop is about 750 feet and you can ski ...

It is said that backpacking is the best way to travel across Europe. Because there are many countries and cultures spread across the continent, you can’t get the feel of each and every culture if you are on a hurried package tip. But one of the reasons why many people do not prefer backpacking is due to the degree of uncertainty associated with it. You will not know where you will be staying, where you will ...

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 ...