There are few places in the world that remain untouched by tourism, but in autumn 2016, intrepid travellers from across the globe will have the opportunity to dip their toes in the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean while residing on the untouched island of Nosy Ankao, just off the northeast coast of Madagascar. A…
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World Geography – Do You Really Know Where you are going on Holiday?
As someone who opted for History over Geography in school, I can identify with those people who do not know where Zanzibar is, what language is spoken in Borneo, and how many miles the Great Wall of China stretches, but what I am surprised to learn, is that a third of all travellers cannot locate…
If You Are Not Sure Where to go on Holiday This Year – Check Out the Happy Planet Index!
Did you know that there are certain countries on our planet that deliver longer, happier and more sustainable lives for the people who live there, than others? No? Well neither did we, but according to The Happy Planet Index (HPI) some countries have happier and healthier residents than others, and they measure this by calculating…
Destination – Fiji
I never thought I would be lucky enough to visit the Fiji islands. An exotic destination nestling in the balmy pacific waters, Fiji deserves the title of ‘paradise’, and if you dream of pure white sandy beaches and crystal clear turquoise waters, combined with some amazing snorkelling/diving opportunities then there is perhaps no better place…
Is Social Media changing the way we travel?
If you wanted to book a holiday in the 1980s and 1990s, a trip to the high street travel agent was a must. Holiday brochures, paper tickets, traveller’s cheques and a selection of foreign currency were staple requirements of any trip abroad, and most of us booked several months (or even years!) in advance to…
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