Jordan is a hotbed for historical sites that will give you a rare chance to explore some of the earth's oldest ruins and wonders. Lots of travellers visit famous Petra, but this country is rich...
Author: Sahar Aman
Five Ways to Experience Peru Without Machu Picchu
Machu Picchu is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World for a reason but there’s so much more to Peru than its busiest landmark. You can’t even begin to imagine how rich the...
Why More Women Are Taking Female-Only Holidays
The way women are exploring our world is empowering it. They take female-only holidays with female travellers they have never met to build relationships, and prioritise travel that strengthens communities and local economies. Most travel...
How to Prep Your Home and Life for a Vacation
We know having a house checklist for a vacation isn't exactly the most glamorous part of travel. There's already a lot to take care of before a vacation: travel documents, packing, planning, last-minute shopping, vaccinations,...
Low Season USA Travel: 11 Adventures in Your Backyard
Travel's shoulder months bring thinner crowds, better prices and in some cases even better weather. For American travellers, it's also the perfect time for adventures in your backyard. The beauty of this is you don't...
What is Responsible Travel?
Not entirely sure what responsible travel is? Don't worry, you're not the only one. In a way, responsible travel is an umbrella term that could encompass sustainable tourism, ecotourism, and ethical tourism as well. In this...
The Truth About Travel Writing at 4500m Above Sea Level
Recently, it feels like all my travel articles begin with an anecdote about using a washroom. My first note for this story? "Ugh, just peed outside for the first time at an elevation of 3700m."...
Tears, Toilets, and the Top of the World
Peering into the damp cupboard-sized washroom I saw a toilet devoid of a flush and seat. Beside it was a large barrel of water with a plastic bottle. I paced up and down the corridor,...
Meet the Girl Who is Hitchhiking and Cycling the Stans
Hitchhiking and cycling across the globe? Sounds like the stuff of a Hollywood plot, but not for Marsha Jean! This 21-year-old Chinese girl has been travelling and working around the world for three years, mostly...
Your Sri Lankan Food Guide
Like many of the best cuisines, Sri Lanka's food has been influenced by history, culture and exploration. Merchants and traders introduced this naturally beautiful destination to new ingredients, spices and traditions from other parts of...