Are you ready to experience the adventure of a lifetime in Australia? With its stunning landscapes, friendly locals, and exciting activities, it’s no wonder so many people are planning long-term trips Down Under. To ensure your Australian journey is as smooth and enjoyable as possible, it pays to plan ahead…
Jeju Island, also known as Jeju-do, is the only autonomous province of South Korea and the country’s largest island. Although the retreat is not a famous destination for the western countries, the Asians are very familiar with its amazing geographic and cultural potential. Its popularity has grown in the past few…
Egypt is synonymous with the relics of its ancient era. Iconic images of pharaohs, sphinxes, pyramids, mummies, and hieroglyphics, all spring to mind. This land of myths, religion and stories has been a popular tourist destination since the days of the Romans and it has not lost its unique appeal.…
Get ready to have your mind blown and your personal space challenged in this quirky town that takes the concept of ‘open-air living’ to a whole new level. Welcome to the scenic province of Cádiz, Spain, where the village of Setenil can turn claustrophobia into a hilarious game of hide-and-seek!…
Dear independent traveler, since you decided to hit the road this year, we would like to contribute with some suggestions. Here are 14 special small European towns and villages to visit this year! Some of these travel destinations were part of our experiences on the road, other are taken from our…
In a previous post we listed 15 skywalks and high altitude platforms around the world, each offering a one-of-akind experience. In this post we decided to take a more urban approach and see where we can escape when traveling to megacities. First off, how do you define a megacity? Demographers refer…
Kuwait City is often associated with massive buildings such as the Kuwait Tower or the Grande Mosque. In this post we tried to gather a few landmarks that “scale down” the city and make it a lot more friendly for independent travelers. Without further ado, here are a few tips:…
Planning to go on a beach holiday in winter? Well, lucky you! Some of the best beaches enjoying a perfect climate for swimming in November are in Brazil, Mexico, Madagascar and India. But if you are reading this from Europe and don’t really feel like traveling so far, you can…
Planning a trip by your self can be both rewarding and overwhelming. This post aims to applaud the back-end helpers who often add salt and pepper to our trips, the tireless tour guides. Yes, they are there to show you all the best places to visit and give you information…
Utopia Arkitekter designed a prototype for a trekking cabin in Iceland, able to withstand extreme weather conditions. The small hut is dubbed Skýli (Icelandic for “shelter”) and the designers say it is meant to be easily transported to remote locations along some of the most famous trekking trails on Iceland. “Our…
