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How to Save Money When Holidaying in Austria
Austria is known as being a pricey destination and the expense can often be a bit of a shock to first-time visitors. But if you can look beyond the price and embrace the pure beauty of the alpine country then Austria is a spectacular holiday destination. If you’re on a tight budget, however, there are [...] Read more
A Holidaymakers Guide to Driving in France
Driving in France is pretty simple, apart from driving on the opposite side of the road if you’re from the UK even so once you’ve got to grips with it you’ll be zooming around the French Riviera in no time. It’s definitely the best way to explore the country in your own way. Whether you’re [...] Read more
Must-Visit Waterfalls When On Your Canadian Road Trip
Niagara Falls is, without doubt, the world’s most famous waterfall attracting around 12 million visitors each year but Canada is home to many more spectacular waterfalls that are a must-stop on your road trip across the North American country. Canada is known for its stunning scenery and this doesn’t stop at glacial lakes and mountain [...] Read more
Europe’s Scariest Roads to Drive On
If you’re planning a road trip in Europe you might want to be careful where you choose to drive because Europe is actually home to some pretty scary roads. Driving can be repetitive and sometimes it’s exciting when you find windy roads but some are just a bit too extreme even for the most skilled [...] Read more
How to Save Money While Travelling in France?
France isn’t overly expensive but it can be pricey in certain areas if you’re trying to stick to a tight budget. If you’re determined to travel to France but are looking to cut costs where you can we have compiled some money-saving hacks so that you can enjoy your French adventure without having to worry [...] Read more
Is There More to Pisa Than the Leaning Tower?
Pisa is a city located in Italy’s Tuscany region and is, of course, best known for the iconic Leaning Tower. Over five million tourists flock to the landmark every year. Already tilting when it was completed in 1372, the 56m white-marble cylinder has become a world-renowned landmark. However, there’s so much more to Pisa than [...] Read more
Things to Remember When Driving in Portugal
Portugal is a beautiful southern European country settled on the Iberian Peninsula. There are so many stunning places to see in Portugal that it’s definitely a country worthy of a road trip. Starting in Porto you could make your way down south stopping in Lisbon before enjoying all that the Algarve has to offer. But [...] Read more
The Cheapest Places to Visit in Germany by Car
Germany is known for being relatively cheap, which is great news for all of you budget travellers out there. In fact, the country’s capital, Berlin, is amongst the cheapest big cities in Europe. If you’re planning a road trip in Germany you don’t have to break the bank to ensure that you see the vibrant [...] Read more
5 Hidden Gems to Discover in Sydney
Approximately 11.1 million visitors descend upon Sydney every year to marvel at the Sydney Harbour Bridge, admire the Sydney Opera House and experience Bondi Beach in real life. While these spots are must-see destinations for anyone visiting the city, they’re also flooded with people. If you want to escape the hustle and bustle or have [...] Read more
What Travellers Should Know About Toronto?
The hometown of Drake, the location of the world-famous CN Tower and just a short drive away from Niagra Falls, Toronto is a notorious destination. It’s one of Canada’s leading tourist destinations with over 43 million visitors flocking to the city every year. The city is a dynamic metropolis overwhelmed with soaring skyscrapers but blessed [...] Read more
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