Ottawa: More Than A Canadian Capital Ottawa has been combating its image as an uptight, starched-collared government town for years. The truth is, the sidewalks don't roll up after dark. Clothing is available in colors other than grey, black, or navy. It is not the city that "fun forgot." And it does not have a higher than usual number of coma cases. In fact, Ottawa and its valley is a vibrant region filled ...

July has been a month filled with travel, adventure and life changing experiences! It all started July 1. I left for India for two weeks. It was my first real trip that I didn't plan and it was my second time to Asia. But this time I was in the real Asia. (Well from my perspective) My first stop was Delhi, a busy city filled with endless amounts of history and lots of culture shock. But the highlight was se ...

Asia is a vast continent filled with countries that offer so much to see and admire, hence making this part of the world the perfect place to visit on a backpacking holiday. So get your trusty set of binoculars packed – Uttings Outdoors are offering binoculars from Opticron and Nikon for bargain prices in case you are running short on reliable equipment – and book your trip to one of these four destinations ...

Follow these tips from the wandering albatross to keep your group skiing holiday within budget. Skiing is NEVER cheap and I'd be a fool to say you can go skiing on the cheap when frankly that's impossible- well maybe not if you're a rep or a chalet bunny, but for the rest of us folk trapped in the land of sleet and drizzle there are a few ways to make your group ski holiday slightly more affordable. As wint ...

Often times, people tell me to try to save more money before leaving on my next backpacking trip. Or if I'm unlucky, I'll hear the opposite: "Save your money to buy a house and settle down". Which I mean, it is what most people look forward to in their twenties. But there are two types of people in life. Those who watch their life pass by and others who live their life. And I want to be that person who live ...

Backpacking is really just a way to travel without spending too much and using it wisely. You don’t necessary have to be extremely cheap, but just watch what you spend and where you spend it. I don’t know about you, but I rather spend my money towards activities and fun doings rather then food. So here are a quick few travel tips I learned in how to save money while backpacking. Accommodation Never stay in ...

India spines an extravagant galaxy of lures by merging eclectic blend of cultural groups, the cruise of the region is no less than a shot of tequila for travelers. “Incredible” there is no other word in the dictionary which can express the splendor of this enchanting country or captures the enigma that India is having. The country bestows an endless range of sightseeing for the traveler. Some of them could ...

While traditional camping entails the inclusion of maps, flashlights, compasses, first aid kits, and other outdoor knick-knacks stashed in the duffel bags most people are tempted to forego those items so they can travel light. These can make the baggage too bulky, and often hamper the campers' hiking trips. Needless to say, the hefty luggage that are needed in a traditional camping trip often comes with a d ...

If you love exploring offbeat destinations and indulging in experiences other than the usual touristy ones, India has a lot to offer to you. From the remote islands of Andaman and Nicobar to the magnificent valleys of the Himalayan region, different regions of India have different kinds of adventure experiences to offer to the curious traveler. If you are one curious soul too, here is a list of top 10 adven ...

It goes without saying that your honeymoon needs to be one to remember. After all, it’s not like you intend to ever have another one, is it? That’s not to say you can’t opt for a second honeymoon, but it is essential that you have an amazing time following the stress to the run up to your overwhelming big day. A bit of time to wind down will be much appreciated and so today it’s time to explore some of the ...