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Everyone loves a little taste of paradise. On a round the world trip you may be the most excited about those Fiji flights which will transport you to unspoiled isles, but Southeast Asia has its own gems that aren’t to be missed. Here’s my personal top 5.
This is truly the paradise island of Southeast Asia and it’s only a matter of time before it’s well and truly on the backpacker map. The island is massive – the same size as Hong Kong – but at the moment there are only a handful of rustic guesthouses dotted along the shore. A 45-minute walk through the forest connects two incredible beaches. This is proper Robinson Crusoe territory. Too long here and you’ll be shouting “Wilsonnn!” before you know it.
A photo I took on Koh Rong two weeks ago
Ibiza is the world’s hottest party destination. But before you start packing those plastic sunglasses and flip flops, read an insider’s top tips on how…
If you’re looking for the ultimate romantic retreat in the UK, you could do far worse than booking a cottage in the stunning Brecon Beacons in Wales.
Sally South was once the quintessential modern woman who would usually require two large bags for a weekend break. She’s now living out of an 80 litre rucksack.
The world famous Hogmanay celebrations in Edinburgh attract thousands of visitors who want to see in the new year in style. The question is, where to stay?
Backpacking through the Southern Hemisphere can feel like a bit of an odyssey. If you’ve decided to go down below the equator, be sure to stop at the following backpacking hot-spots.
Cities are always vibrant places and the UK is full of exciting city destinations. When we think of holidaying in the UK, there are certain places that leap out at us. London,
Cornwall boasts beautiful scenery and gives visitors a taste of the relaxed life that locals are accustom to, why not see what it’s like for yourself?
The Lake District is one of the most romantic spots for a weekend getaway or long holiday. Take a long romantic stroll before cuddling up next to the…
Two things that the United Kingdom is renowned for are its amazing locations and unpredictable weather, so here is how to be prepared for the downpours.
The joy of backpacking is the unexpected you need to spend time planning carefully for any problems you might meet so you can go out into the world with as little on your mind as possible.
London is a fantastic city, with beautiful architecture, galleries, restaurants, shopping and parks, so why not have a look at its five top hostels.
Havana, unlike many capital cities that hide behind a perfect façades, presents itself exactly as it is, authentic an un-ostentatious with buckets of charm.
One in ten British couples now go backpacking or on an adventure holiday for their honeymoon. Isn’t this the opposite of a honeymoon? Well, no…
The U, S of A, has nearly everything you could possibly want for any kind of holiday all wrapped up in to one country.
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It's quite possible to suffer an injury on holiday, as well as at home. Sometimes not knowing what can happen next can be difficult, so if you contact Irwin Mitchell or read more information at www.irwinmitchell.com you can feel more secure and less confused at the possibilities open to you.
Don’t be ruled by the guide book, stay loose with your travel plans and let the good times find their way in. It’s as much about the journey as the destination.
Life is full of little annoyances, which on holidays you think you will avoid. Sadly this is not the case as backpackers have some very irritating habits.
Which camera should you take backpacking around the world? A digital SLR or a compact point and shoot? You should take a…
England is a fairly small country full of history, so travelling around the whole country to see it all shouldn’t take to long if you don’t want it to.
A simple free guide to get the most out of Air Asia’s cheap flights and get from London Stansted to Kuala Lumpur for less than £100, first thing to do is…
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