From the comfort of our homes modern day travellers can access the world. With air travel, land travel, tours and cruises literally at our fingertips as we Google our destination of choice, it’s logical that the travel agency has also moved online. Not only can we fly and travel to more places than ever before, […]
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Off the Beaten Track in Peru: Avoiding Tourist Traps
Peru is one of South America’s most popular destinations with multiple Off the beaten track spots. As well as travelling to Machu Picchu, crowds swarm here for Peruvian cuisine – considered to be the best in South America. With this popularity, of course, comes the crowd. But you don’t have to let the crowds spoil […]
Ecuador – Nature’s Paradise for Bird Watchers and Nature Travellers
Nature’s Paradise for Bird Watchers and Nature Travellers – Ecuador Nature represents many things for travellers including fresh air, natural habitats, wildlife, the untouched and the unspoiled, and ecosystems long gone in many parts of the world now densely populated by man. So it is not a surprise that Ecuador is a haven for avid […]
Do I need to learn Spanish to visit South America?
Lost in Translation? In planning your trip to South America, the question will arise whether or not to learn Spanish before you go. A trip to South America is a cultural explosion and it’s even better if you speak Spanish (or Portuguese, if you are heading to Brazil). Knowing the host language goes a long […]
The Death Road in Bolivia – Bus or Bike?
The Death Road Looking for a bit of adventure on your trip to Bolivia? Bolivia’s North Yungas Road aptly named The Death Road is a 64km road leading from Bolivia’s capital, La Paz to Coroico (Amazon region) and ranks number 1 in the Top 10 Worlds Most Dangerous Roads. While the death rate is not […]
20 Essential Travel Tips from Baggage Handlers
20 Essential Travel Tips from Baggage Handlers When we travel it’s easy for us to take for granted some of the risks involved. Packing all your most treasured and expensive personal belongings into a bag that’s entrusted to strangers is rarely given a second thought. Unfortunately, accidents can and do happen, and for many people […]