There is something spellbinding about the Bernina route. Sweeping past glaciers, turquoise lakes, spiralling viaducts and high mountain passes, it is one of Europe’s most extraordinary rail journeys and firmly earns its UNESCO stamp. Most travellers assume the only way to experience it is by booking the official Bernina Express, a panoramic tourist train, but […]
Tag Archives: Money Savers
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Dec
Dec
Whether it’s for kids to see Santa at Christmas or for big kids to get there winter snow fix, there’s no question Lapland is an absolute bucket list classic for many travellers. Which is why it’s pretty ironic, that I didn’t realise just how much of a bucket list trip this was until I actually […]
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Jan
Jan
So you’re looking to find a bargain when it comes to your South African safari experience? Well good news, you’ve come to the right place if you want to get the best budget tips about how to pay less! Unfortunately, as you may not have realised, safaris do not generally make very budget-friendly trips, but […]
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Nov
Nov
Cat Ba Island is one of the best places to visit in Vietnam in my opinion, but it’s also a spot many travellers miss off their itinerary in this country… and what a shame. #1 Because Cat Ba Island has a lovely national park at its heart – a great place to enjoy some […]
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Oct
Oct
Correct me if I’m wrong, but I really think that most people have a strong perception that travelling in Africa is cheap. And I’m guessing this is something to do with the economic disadvantage many of the countries in this continent suffer, coupled with the presumption that places where less tourists go tend to be […]
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Oct
Oct
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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Mar
Mar
In case you weren’t aware, there is a reason why millions of people visit Barcelona every year and why I’ve named this city one of my top 50 places to visit in Western Europe! Whether you want to marvel at the glorious architecture, take a deep dive into some rich history, try delicious food and […]
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Dec
Dec
It certainly used to be the case that one way flight deals were a fantasy in many independent travellers’ eyes. That dream of jetting off somewhere with an open-ended ticket was just not possible without paying a fortune for a single airfare, or paying nearly as much for a return flight you’d never use. […]
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Nov
Nov
Munich is a city that has it all and is absolutely one of the top places to visit both in Germany and Europe as a whole! The architecture is fabulous and includes opulent palaces, a basilica in high Italian baroque, and an impressive modern Konzerthaus made from glass. Here you can find world-class museums, an […]
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Nov
Nov
There’s simply no denying it, Croatia is crazy expensive when it comes to budget travel in eastern Europe and Dubrovnik seems to top the bill as the most expensive city in this part of the world. Thanks to its Game of Thrones popularity and the seemingly never-ending stream of cruise ships that dock in this […]