Known locally as the ‘Land of Eternal Spring’, sun-seekers have been flocking to Tenerife for years in search of its world-class beaches and bars. But look a little closer, and this small Spanish island has so much more to offer. The largest of the seven Canary Islands, Tenerife attracts roughly five million tourists a year-…
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New York Beyond Manhattan
Think of New York and you’ll most likely picture, Times Square, The Empire State Building or Central Park. Although it’s certainly a place to miss out on entirely, the city does not end at the shores of Manhattan, its central island borough. There are plenty more areas worth getting to know, and with some fantastic…
Hong Kong’s Top Attractions
Hong Kong, the city where eastern promise meets western intrigue, is one of Asia’s top city destinations and a city with something for everyone. A popular destination for tourists from all over the world, the Pearl of the Orient is a slick, ultra-modern city at its surfaces, with thousands of years of history and hundreds…
Where to stay in Barcelona
Planning a trip to Barcelona? Wondering which neighbourhood you should stay in while you’re there? Overwhelmed by the options? We’ve put together a simple breakdown of the main districts, to help you easily decide where to stay in Barcelona. Where to stay in Barcelona – Barri Gòtic Crowded but convenient Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter is a…
Expert Tips for Oktoberfest 2015
In preparation for this year’s event we have reached out to our network of bloggers to ask for their best recommendations for Oktoberfest 2015. It can be daunting arriving at a festival so ingrained in a country’s identity, so swotting up on all the key questions is important. What should I wear to Oktoberfest? Which is…
New York’s Top Neighborhoods Part 1: Manhattan
Manhattan Island is the beating heart of New York City, known to many of its residents as ‘the centre of the universe’. Over 50 million tourists visit the city each year, all looking for the best places to stay across the five boroughs. Here we’re going to concentrate on the wildly different neighbourhoods of Manhattan…
5 Awesome Travel Hacks That Will Save You Time And Money
Travelling is a wonderful and enriching experience, but as any seasoned jetsetter knows, it’s not always a piece of cake. Somehow life can get both simpler and more complicated when you’re on the road! From unexpected bank card charges to hours spent trying to find an internet cafe, there are always little hiccups. With that…
An Island More Than Beaches: Things to do in Tenerife
Ask the majority of people why they go to Tenerife on vacation and they will most likely mention the sun, sea, sand and nightlife. But did you know there are so many other things to do on this fantastic island? From a soaring volcano, to a water park and pyramids, why not make your trip to…
6 Tips To Vist Paris On The Cheap
The City of Lights is famously expensive, but a trip to the French capital needn’t break the bank. Here are some of our tips to save a few euro while still enjoying a wonderful holiday (obviously our first tip is to check out our range of accommodation, which starts at just $12 a night – and…
An A-Z Guide to Berlin Fashion Week Summer 2015
#Allblackeverything Berlin street style is a commitment to the understated. The monochrome crowds at Berlin Fashion Week are testament to the Berliner’s love of all things black. Black-on-black-on-black. In order to fit in to the crowds and also, possibly, gain entrance through some of Berlin’s notoriously difficult door policies, just remember – #allblackeverything Brandenberger Tor The neoclassical…
Where To Get The Best Views Of Berlin
Berlin has very few hills, which is great news for cyclists, but less so for those who want a decent overview of the city. However, with a little imagination and a bit of legwork you can find some fantastic views. From spy stations to drinking spots, here are some of our favourites: #1 The Fernsehturm (and the Funkturm) We’ll get this…
The Modern Traveler’s Guide to Selfie Sticks
Selfie Sticks are long smartphone-gripping poles used for taking the eponymous self-portrait of the smartphone generation. While a normal selfie barely fits a face (let alone the background) into the frame, a Selfie Stick distances the lens further and allows the taker to include more in the frame. The Selfie Stick trend burst onto the scene…
Green Copenhagen: Explore Europe’s Most Sustainable City
Copenhagen received the European Commission’s European Green Capital Award in 2014 and ranks number one on the European Green City Index. It also often tops international happiness surveys. The city is not only on track to be carbon neutral by 2025, it is also designed to be livable and people-friendly. On your next trip to…
Your Essential Berlin Apps
Whether you’re visiting Berlin for a weekend or you’re a seasoned local, there is a huge range of genuinely useful Berlin-centric apps available. Whatever you want to do it seems that some clever developer has sat down and thought “I’ll make that!” We have avoided the more famous apps that are useful when traveling (everyone knows…
Boats, Vespas and Autolibs’: Transport in Paris
There are a myriad of transport options that enable the visitor to explore the City of Light in its entirety. While much of Paris’s famed beauty is found in her walkable central arrondissements – best appreciated, intimately, on foot – bicycles, boats, car rental, scooters and Segways are available to those who want to explore…
