It can be hard to remember that Indonesia is comprised of more than just Bali, but this island nation, made up of more than 17,800 islands, is home to an incredibly diverse range of cultures, religions and ecosystems. About 400kms…
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for… bread? Sweltering in humid temperatures that often soar upwards of 30 degrees, visiting Sri Lanka is a sweaty affair. So, it is to the delight of most travellers when they hear…
“You’ve got adventure in your blood, my dear. Don’t let anything ever tame it.” This snippet of a conversation has stayed with me for years, always present, in the back of my mind. It rewards me when I’m on…
You match. You chat. You realize he’s not a complete moron. You get excited and you go on a date, maybe two. Maybe it’s been weeks. You’re riding a high that only the promise of a new relationship can…
Is your New Year’s resolution to explore more? Well, join the hordes of Vancouverites hoping to get their adventure on in 2017. Wile away winter in a cabin in the woods or set up your tent in front of…
Wearing khaki pants, button-up Hawaiian shirts and a camera around their neck – you can spot them instantly in a big crowd. They’re easy targets for scammers, vulnerable to pickpockets and the brunt of most jokes: No one wants…
Staying in hostels is a lot like going to summer camp – but for adults. Budget-conscious dorm rooms, communal spaces with questionable levels of sanitation, and an eclectic mix of people who occupy these havens are all part of…
So you’ve decided to go travelling. You’ve booked your tickets and your tours, planned your routes and now you have to pack everything you’ll need into a 60L backpack… You already know the basics – bringing clothes that match;…