Category Archives: Travel Planning

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First-Time Visiting Belize Itinerary & Tips 

Gorgeous beach with yellow kayak at Hopkins Belize

If, like us, you plan to visit “the Jewel” for the first time you’ll find everything you need to know in this guide. Sections feature a free Belize itinerary, tips on how to get around, accommodation suggestions, and what to eat, drink, and do in each location. Belize Itinerary  Belize City  While most visitors arrive […]

Best Backpacker Insurance: True Traveller v World Nomads Insurance

Colca Canyon Peru | Hikes from Arequipa

You’ve saved hard for your backpacking trip and I know you would prefer to spend money on new gear over travel insurance and vaccinations but trust me, you need to invest in both. This guide will detail what to look for in backpacker insurance and compare two leading companies: World Nomads Travel Insurance against True […]

New Year’s Eve 2026 Getaways Recommended By Travel Experts

Edinburgh Castle with fireworks_

I’ve never liked New Year’s Eve anyway! A common statement made by many friends. The solution? New Year’s Eve getaways. What better way to ring in the bells of the new year than exploring how another culture does it, visiting friends in faraway lands or even celebrating in another city in your home country? We […]

Work Exchange: Workaway or HelpX?

Workaway HelpX

Want to travel but can’t afford to? Work exchange programs like Workaway and HelpX may be the solution. If you want to do volunteer work abroad for free travel and accommodation and have time to offer and basic skills to swap, then you, like us, could experience travel through a local’s eyes while on a […]