Blog Posts for Self-Guided

  • Museums: Culture on display

    For the shy traveller who wants to fully immerse him or herself in a country’s culture but is afraid to share their life story over a falafel with a local, I would suggest stepping through the doors of a museum, otherwise known as culture on display.

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  • Get packing for South America

    From high-alt trekking in Machu Picchu to pumping, party town Rio de Janeiro, in a region as diverse as South America the key to packing is versatility and covering your bases. In a nutshell it should be: versatile, lightweight clothing, essential first aid and medical supplies, trekking/high altitude basics plus lots of stuff to keep you entertained on those long-distance bus trips.

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  • Preparing to trek

    When considering a trek, one of them first things that comes to mind is fitness. Sure, we all want to see the incredible views, but for some of us the thought of even making it up that far is pretty daunting!

    The good news is, you don't have to be a super fit, rgym junkie with a six-pack in order to conquer some of the world's most incredible peaks. All it takes is a bit of training, some confidence and the right gear and you'll be ticking items off your bucket-list in no time!

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  • 5 tips for planning a South East Asian motorbike tour

    Guest blogger Kimberly Juchnowski says there’s no better way to see a country than getting on a motorcycle and going on a tour.

    There is a silence on a motorcycle, even amid the low rumble of the engine. The wind on your face
    and the new smells. A leisurely pace through the countryside and the ability to stop when the impulse
    strikes and see things on your own terms.

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  • South Africa Dreaming

    From meerkats to hippos and heavenly beaches to vibrant nightlife, South Africa’s diversity is hard to beat. Full of culture, history, wildlife and wilderness; it’s one of those life changing destinations.

    Here are some dreamy images of South Africa’s must-see destinations…
     

    The wildlife in Kruger

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