If you’re looking to dodge the typical Colca Canyon tour and experience something far more culturally authentic and immersive, then this is the perfect article for you! The thing I loved most about Peru, and probably the thing that surprised me about this country was that, despite being a wildly popular country with travellers, it’s […]
Category Archives: Destinations
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I can tell you now, I thoroughly enjoyed writing this post (and hopefully you’re going to enjoy reading it too) because the biggest budget travel blogger delight always comes from writing about amazing countries that are cheap to adventure in! So, with a huge grin, I can safely say the answer to the question “what […]
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Before my arrival into Peru, I have to admit I’d never even heard of Huaraz, let alone considered travelling there. As such a huge country and with a tight travel timeframe, I’d already pretty much mapped out my time in Peru before my arrival into Lima in September as I fled the impending winter in […]
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Collected close by one another, Garni, Geghard & Goght are 3 must-visit places in Armenia. Here’s why, plus a guide to all you need to know about visiting them… If you know anything about me, you’ll know I knew I was going to love travelling in Armenia… and I was right! Arriving from Singapore, […]
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A Kenya safari holiday really is a once in a lifetime trip, isn’t it? The sort of adventure that people dream about for decades and have on their bucket list for years. Yes, Kenya safari holidays are up there with all the time great experiences you can have in this incredible planet of ours. And […]
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It’s a classic isn’t it? The good old South East Asia route is perhaps the most worn of all the backpacker trails. But that doesn’t make it any less worthwhile. Oh no! Because if you’re travelling for the first, or perhaps travelling alone for this first time, then this part of the world can be […]
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Known as the white city, Arequipa is Peru’s second biggest metropolis and an absolute must on any South American itinerary. From strolling the colonial streets to hiking the nearby canyon, there’s no end to the amount of great things to do and see here, meaning the only real choice left is … where to stay?! […]
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One of Peru’s many UNESCO World Heritage sights, the stunning city of Arequipa in the south of country is a delightful spot to explore, with tons of amazing things to do. Renowned for its charming colonial architecture, Arequipa’s famous use of sillar, a white volcanic stone, is what gives many of its buildings such a […]
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It was my first arrival point back into Latin America after almost a decade and I’ve got to say, Lima didn’t disappoint. In fact, it far exceeded my expectations because, I have to admit, I was expecting a crime-ridden, dirty, dangerous place! And I’m sure while Lima still has it sketchy parts, the vast majority […]
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Bearing in mind its size, I’m going to put myself out there and say there’s few countries in the world as diverse as Georgia, which is why choosing just 9 of the best places to visit here has been tough! Situated at the edge of both the European and Asian continents, Georgia’s straddled position means […]