China is a huge country and if you are planning a holiday in this amazing country, you really should have a local guide, who can help you in so many ways. English is not commonly spoken in China, especially when you get away from the main tourist places, and by having an experienced guide at your side, you will benefit in so many ways. Booking your Tour  There are UK based companies that offer escorted private tours to China, and by booking with such an operator, you can tailor the holiday to suit your requirements. When looking for a suitable tour operator, check out the online reviews, which will give…

Taking the family or your significant other on a cruise doesn’t have to break the bank. There are a lot of ways you can cut costs without missing out on all the fun. When it comes to cheap cruises, you just need a few tricks and a little flexibility to fit the perfect vacation into your budget. Book at the Right Time One of the most important things to remember when booking a cruise is to consider multiple dates and options. For example, if you travel during the school year, just before Thanksgiving, or during other off-season times you can find better rates than during the summer. If you have…

  Known as the ‘City of a Thousand Spires’, Prague is one of Europe’s architectural wonders and a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage site visited by an impressive number of curious travellers every year. But architecture is just one of the main attractions of this charming European capital. From history and art to delicious foods, great beers, spectacular views and friendly locals, the Czech Republic’s capital has all you need to have a memorable vacation.   If you want to plan a memorable trip, but you can’t decide on the destination, here are ten reasons to visit Prague.   1. The City is an Open-Air Museum With beautifully arranged streets, bridges,…

Taking a vacation provides a much needed change of pace and break from stress for many people. It is also a great way to see the world and enrich your life. However, many people find planning a vacation intimidating. Luckily, a cruise vacation can take away most of the difficulties people face when traveling. Here are four reasons why you should hop on a ship right now. Travel all over the world When someone mentions going on a cruise, it’s easy to think about tropical destinations and sandy beaches. However, there are cruises all over the world. You can plan a river cruise through the European countryside, or cruise the…

Who else loves to travel like I do? Traveling is one activity we just can’t get enough of, it releases stress, broadens your horizon, creates amazing relationships and get’s one to interact with people from different places and cultures. Let’s not even get started on the exciting destinations to see, the food and overall experience! sometimes traveling can be stressful and demanding too! The whole process of booking flights and all…. But Thanks to amazing travel agencies like Travelstart, traveling just got easier! Travelstart is Africa’s largest online travel agency, which was founded in Sweden, in 1999, with headquarters in Cape town and offices in Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Turkey…

Paris, New York or Rome is already a well-known travel destination; however, there are many more places in the world with natural and historical beauty that go unnoticed in light of these more prominent cities. So, let’s do something different this year. The year 2018 brings to light many new, emerging destinations that are worth exploring.   If you like quiet and relaxing beach destinations or the hustle and bustle of cities, then anywhere slightly off-the-grid could be ‘emerging’ to you. Talking about emerging destinations include the places that you need to hit before it becomes overrun with snap-happy tourists.     So which place are you going to explore…

Bored with your life? Why not volunteer to a worthwhile cause? Volunteering simply involves, spending your time to help people in need. There are so many benefits to helping others. Studies have shown that providing help to people in need reduces stress, combats depression and improves a persons overall well-being. Giving your time and effort to worthwhile causes brings a sense of purpose and fufillment and while you’re at it, you also get to experience a whole bunch of other great stuff, some of which includes finding Friends, and getting to explore various cultures and traditions. Sounds exciting doesn’t it? Well, the good news is, There are so many Volunteering…