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If you have never been to Tanzania, you’re in for a very special treat. Its biggest city, which also serves as its nominal capital, is Dar es Salaam. Although the officially recognized capital of Tanzania is located in Dodoma, Dar es Salaam still serves as the centre for many of the government bureaucracies and is without question the most important trading port in the nation. As a result, a lot of wealth is generated in the city, whose name in Arabic literally means “abode of peace”. This year, government officials from both Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo got together to make sure thatRead More →

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Espiritu Pampa is not an Inca site that everyone has heard of, but it’s one of the most significant as it was the final stronghold for the civilisation after the Spanish invaded Peru. If you’re looking for an adventurous, active holiday, you should certainly consider visiting the Last City of the Inca. Where is Espiritu Pampa? Espiritu Pampa, which is also referred to as Vilcabamba, is situated approximately 150 km west of Cusco in an area of lowland jungle. It’s very rarely visited by travellers and, as large areas of the city are still hidden by the forest, it’s a fascinating place to explore. TheRead More →

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Barcelona has long had a reputation as a sport lover’s paradise. Whether you’re one for supporting the home team or participating yourself, there’s plenty to do here, including an Olympic legacy to explore and a vibrant football scene. Flights to Barcelona from the UK remain some of the cheapest in Europe and if you’re going hand luggage only, you can cut down even more on the costs. For our handy guide on how to make the most of your sporting time in the city, see below. 1. Explore the Olympic legacy Barcelona hosted the Olympics in 1992 and the year is often looked upon as a watershedRead More →

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The Mediterranean island of Cyprus has long been a popular tourist destination particularly in the summer months when temperatures rise well above 30 degrees. Some parts of the island have unfortunately been overrun by tourism mainly due to British ex-pats, but there is still plenty of beauty to enjoy with a good pair of walking boots and some sun screen. Diving Cyprus is a great diving island with many attractions to see hidden under the water, the RS Zenobia shipwreck in particular is a something not to be missed. The 11,000-tonne roll-on roll-off ferry was on its maiden voyage in June 1980 when it sankRead More →

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Costa Rica is an amazing place. Volcanoes, monkeys, giant saltwater crocodiles, amazing surf, warm tropical water and friendly smiles are all waiting to greet the visitor to Costa Rica. Surprisingly, Costa Rica receives the vast amount of its tourism during the high season – late December through April. Costa Rica has two seasons: dry season and green season. The high season corresponds with Costa Rica’s dry season and results in four months of little to no rain. While the prospect of nonstop sunshine makes high season appealing, the low season has charms of its own. Below we discuss five reasons why you should book yourRead More →

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Most people choose to see New Zealand by renting a vehicle, this can save them time and money on flights, buses or taxis. It’s a fantastic way to see the country at your own pace and your own route. Here are two fantastic rental options: 1) Rent Caravan New Zealand – Wilderness are a fantastic company that everyone should check out when looking to make a caravan booking New Zealand. 2) Car Rental Auckland – Snap Car Rental have some great deals on their rental options, head over to their website for a quote and more information. Travelling through New Zealand can be very expensiveRead More →

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Los Angeles and Hollywood are very far away, but they seem to enjoy coming up to film in San Francisco. How could anyone blame them? San Francisco is beautifully placed. There is an ocean, a bay, hills in the city, a light fresh breeze most of the year, nearby mountains, nearby beaches, and the list goes on. San Francisco is also the home or birthplace of so many progressive movements and thought processes that it is easy to make it central in many stories. Anyway, before reserving a room through HostelBookers.com, you might profit by reading about some of the movies you should watch beforeRead More →

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This, ladies and gentleman, is a cautionary tale. I feel I need to share my experience to stop it happening to everyone else, as it took me a good few days to get over it, and almost ruined the start of my holiday! For anyone who suffers from anxiety, stress or nerves, look away now. I am unfortunately one of those people, and last year’s holiday began with my cortisol levels shooting into the stratosphere, and the need for several cocktails before I could even start to calm down. The cocktails would have been consumed anyway, let’s face it, but they were certainly needed. ThisRead More →

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Australia is one of the most visited religions in the world, so it’s no wonder why tourism is one of the main economic activities in Australia. This is attributed to the suitable weather and climate in the region. Australia also prides itself in having well-kept and pristine natural features, and these landscapes also come in a myriad of shapes and sizes. This has led to many visitors to the region choosing road trips as the best way of touring this spectacular country. If you’re thinking about taking a road trip across Australia this year, let’s take a look at some of the best cities youRead More →

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Explore Santa’s Village and Santapark Mentions of Lapland instantly conjures images of reindeer  on a snow covered plain and a jolly old man in red elusively hiding behind hordes of tiny elves. Santa’s Village in Lapland has been crafted from the inspiring sets of Hollywood movies, with promises to transport the visitor to a land of fairy-tale intrigue and wonder. Perched on the edge of the Arctic Circle, close to the Finnish town Rovaniemi hides the cavernous Santapark. For adults, following a descent into the cave, they are greeted with an ice bar, while children experience sleigh rides with Santa, spend the day in elfRead More →