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As much as the overall idea of jumping on a plane and jetting off to the next destination is a backpacker’s dream, some of the intricate details of this lifestyle make for a real annoyance. For example, there are some days when you have to wake up particularly early in the morning or you can’t even go to sleep at all, because you have a flight to catch which departs at an ungodly hour!…continue reading →

If you are planning on traveling to Europe this summer, then you will probably find it a bit tricky familiarising yourself with the rules and regulations involved with driving abroad. There are some well-known benefits of taking your car with you on holiday like skipping the long queues at airports and waiting for local buses and trains. There are also some things that you should bear in mind if you are planning on driving on unfamiliar roads.…continue reading →

For everyone who isn’t that much (or at all) into hiking, they probably see us as a weird bunch of nature lovers roaming around aimlessly. Naturally, that image goes together with us carrying oversized backpacks, wearing shoes that hurt and tracksuits that stink because we’ve had no place to stop at and take a shower. While we won’t deny there have been situations like these (not too many, thank God!), hiking is so much more than that! Depending on your hiking goals, every hike tour turns into an experience for itself – from epic journeys through magnificent mountains and forests to light, fun jaunts around your neighborhood, local parks or the suburbs (or anywhere else, for that matter). The idea behind a good hike is multi-fold; some use it to get a mental clarity and perspective, others to get in shape, the third to build up strength and endurance in their lungs and legs, the fourth… oh, God knows! We are all in it for different reasons but the beauty of it is that we stand united in the (same) method we’ve chosen – hiking.…continue reading →

Beer is one of those beverages that has been passed down for centuries and shows no signs of slowing down. The popularity of beer continues to rise all over the planet and there are many different kinds to try.  There are beers for everyone. From light crisp beers to dark and hearty, there are all sorts of flavors for any sort of meal or occasion. However, when it comes to what goes best with beer, here are the things that stick out the most.…continue reading →

Although I’m most certainly still the impulsive traveller who started out on his global travels determined to do everything I possibly can spontaneously, the more you travel the more you tend to pick up some nifty little tricks and skills, many of which can’t be learned anywhere else but on the road. Some of the lessons I’ve learned as somewhat of a last-minute-planning, spontaneous globe trotter even have me benefitting in more than one way, the most valuable of which benefits are naturally of a monetary nature.…continue reading →

Trust me to lure you into a blog post about beer with a title that’s geared more towards the casino and gambling world and perhaps even a title which could be about any valuable life experience really. There is indeed a valuable life lesson to learn however, even if it’s delivered as an unlikely parable with the use of beer and casinos as the subjects with which to drive the point home.…continue reading →

Africa is a truly remarkable destination. However, if you’re planning for your first African safari soon, it could be daunting and you may find it difficult to know where to begin. From a first-timer’s perspective, it could be overwhelming to plan the trip alone. Thus, this basic guide is what you need to organize your trip to Africa!…continue reading →

A number of camping enthusiasts would truly find it unusual to camp with a big tent. It would feel like a waste of space and time for some, and hectic to transport for others.…continue reading →

A first date can seem daunting. If you are a good guy who wants to do right by a woman, from the first date and beyond, then there are some things every guy should know.…continue reading →

We've all been there: we know we have work the next morning but we also really want a glass of wine with our meal.  One glass of wine with dinner turns into a bottle, which turns into a raging headache as your alarm goes off. As a result, a lot of people assume they have to quit drinking altogether since they can't seem to get away with enjoying alcohol without consequences. …continue reading →