Tag: travel

Exploring the Great Rift Valley in Kenya

The road spread like a winding ribbon up the mountain, emerging onto a viewpoint. A sheer cliff that fell hundreds of metres vertical, revealing the flat expanse of the Great Rift Valley of Kenya. This was an absolute highlight of our motorbiking trip around Africa, and had some of the most striking geography of anywhere…
4 Mistakes First-Time Travelers Make (and How to Avoid Them)

I can’t believe it has been over fifteen years since I set off from home with a one-way ticket and a backpack that towered over me, ready for my first solo adventure. It was my first time traveling alone, and I never looked back. Traveling is like a drug, it opens your mind to new…
15+ Things To Do On Jeju Island, Korea

Jeju Island is sometimes described as Korea’s Hawaii. It is neither as large nor as dramatic as its Pacific counterpart, but it is a volcanic isle with a near tropical climate, and understandably this makes it the favorite holiday destination for many South Koreans, and an increasingly popular destination for foreigners. In fact, Seoul to…
My Experience on the Cross-Country South Korea Bike Trail

Did you know that you can cycle the entire way across South Korea? In fact, it is the best way to visit the country. South Korea’s Cross-Country Bicycle Route stretches 633 kilometres from Incheon in the northwest to Busan on the southeast coast. A mixture of bike paths and quiet country roads takes the cyclist…
Top Ten Things to do in Seoul, Korea

Seoul is a mix of traditional wooden houses and brightly lit neon lights, of K-pop blasting out of cafes and chanting humming its way from ancient temples . As the doorway to South Korea, you are very likely to pass through it when entering or leaving the country. It is worth spending a few days…
How to Visit Udo Island, South Korea

Not many foreigners find their way to Uso Island, which is hardly surprising. This postage stamp of a place floats off the coast of Jeju Island, itself off the coast of South Korea — which is, in many ways, an island in its own right. Paradise three times removed. “Cow Island”, as it is named,…
Your Guide to the Best Hiking in South Korea

When you picture South Korea, your mind probably goes to neon signs, busy cities, and K-pop performances rather than hiking. It doesn’t have a reputation as a destination for those who love the outdoors. And yet, hiking is South Korea’s national pastime. About 70% of the country’s terrain is made up of low, forested mountains.…
How to Prepare Your Mental Health Before Traveling: A Complete Guide

Most people overlook the most important thing to do before a trip: preparing your mental health for the journey ahead. I love travelling and am terrible at planning. I find it boring, stressful and irritating, and would far rather just land in a new place and be completely lost in the chaos over there. Generally, I…
Is Menton Worth Visiting? The French Riviera’s Best Kept Secret

Menton is a remnant of how the French Riviera must have looked before developers moved in and poured concrete on it. This small, historic town is well worth a visit for anyone who wants to get off the beaten track on France’s Mediterranean coast. I first heard of Menton, France, in a scribbled note on…
Best Things to Do in Yerevan, Armenia

Yerevan is the laid-back capital of Armenia, a small country in the Caucasus. The skyline is dominated by the silhouette of Mount Ararat, while the streets are filled with cute coffee shops and world class galleries. There are tons of things to do in Yerevan, so keep reading to find out what to see, where…