In the modern world, when more and more people are losing touch with nature in favor of urban landscapes and technology governing their lives, it is increasingly important that you make time for yourself to go out and reconnect with the outside world and take a breath of fresh air away from the weeks responsibilities. One fantastic idea for how to do this is to travel out of the city or town where you live and indulge in the classic American past-time of hunting. Hunting gives you a...

New York City has a great subway network but sometimes, I just want to get from A to B without sweating my ass off or getting caught in the wind/rain/snow. Rideshare apps provide a convenient way to get around, since they're cheaper than ordinary taxis, I can order a car from my phone and see exactly when my ride is going to arrive. Uber was of course the daddy of rideshare apps but now there are numerous other apps on the scene, including Uber, Lyft, Via and Juno....

When thinking about visiting the UK, most tourists will only consider London, simply because it is the most famous city there, but the UK is full of lots of varied places you can visit that are just as charming and suit whatever type of vacation you are looking for. From the stunning coastlines, quaint country retreats, all the way to the bustling streets of the northern cities, the UK will have somewhere magical for you to visit. In this handy article, you will learn about four potential vacation...

Oh Montauk. If you've yet to visit, I warn you, once you go there you will want to keep going back and back all summer long. Yes it may be ridiculously expensive ($400 per night in June and $700 per night for a hotel room in height of summer!) but New York summers are pretty short and so it's understandable to want to make the most of it. I split a room with four friends in June so it ended up costing $200 each for 2 nights - not...

Named after the peregrine falcon, Russia’s fastest animal, the Sapsan train is this nation’s bullet train. Running between Moscow and the historic city of St. Petersburg, it is a popular way to get between the two centres for locals and travellers alike. Why should you choose it over alternatives, and how can you ride the Sapsan on your visit to Russia? We’ll answer both questions in today’s blog. It’s more comfortable As a budget traveller, you may be tempted to take the bus over the train, as the ticket for the...

The world is a wide and vast place. There are landscapes that look out of this world, and cityscapes that are completely mesmerizing. Choosing one destination over the others can seem like an impossible task, what with the variety and choice you have on offer. What matters most as a traveler, however, is that you find the best destinations that speak to you. If you have no interest in modern cities, then there is no reason to go to them. The world is a big enough place to...

Sometimes when traveling a strange and rather unexpected thing can happen – we fall so much in love with the place we are visiting (or the people – or more likely person – we meet there) that we don’t want to leave. Although in most cases we have to go back home, that doesn’t mean we have to stay there, and it doesn’t mean we want to call it home anymore. If you choose to move abroad then there are a lot of factors to consider – here...

One idea that will allow you to have an enjoyable time and break, but where you won’t have to spend as much money is if you plan a ‘staycation.’ It’s a great opportunity to unwind and kick back without the added pressure and stress of leaving your hometown. You may take pleasure in the peace and quiet that comes from you not having to travel far distances and deal with crowds of people at the airport. There are plenty of activities for you to do and sights to see...

In addition to the wonders of the natural environment and the many fascinating locations to visit when you’re on vacation, there’s another kind of attraction you should consider including in your itinerary. Wherever you go, there will be shows and events of various kinds going on in the area, and as you wouldn’t normally be close enough to attend, it’s a great opportunity to experience things you wouldn’t have the chance to otherwise. When you’re planning your trip, have a look at what will be taking place in...