At first glance, it would seem that Fes and Marrakech have much in common. As two of the oldest cities in Morocco, both are imperial capitals and both boast UNESCO-listed medinas. However, there is much more to these Moroccan cities than first meets the eye. So...
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Five Palace Hotels in India You Can Actually Stay In
While the ruling days of India’s Maharajas are long past, you can still get a taste of what their life was once like. Several of their former palaces and royal residences have been beautifully converted in luxury hotels. So whether you’re fascinated by the country’s history...
An Interview With Our Best-Loved Egypt Tour Guide
Winner of our Tour Guide of the Year award in 2016, Momo has received countless Trip Advisor reviews praising his wonderful tours of Egypt. Now, after nearly 13 years of guiding for On The Go Tours, we thought it was only time you should find out...
Top 10 Cities to Visit in Italy
One of Europe’s most alluring destinations, Italy is known for many things. From its mouth-watering food and world-class art to its fabulous fashion and iconic buildings. The best way to experience them all is by exploring this country’s many beautiful cities. So here’s our pick of...
Seven Eco-Friendly Destinations You Need to Visit
In an era when climate change is our biggest challenge, international travel has never been easier. But there are many ways in which we can make our globetrotting that bit better for the planet. Travelling to eco-friendly destinations is one such example. So if you’re searching for...
Five Great Reasons to Go to Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is a country that many have heard of, but often know very little about. It doesn’t always make the headlines for the right reasons, whether it’s an unfortunate weather incident, the devaluation of their currency or internal politics. And it’s not always the first destination...
Five Great Reasons to Travel Solo in Cambodia
Famous for the Angkor Temple Complex, Cambodia is well established on Southeast Asia’s backpacking circuit. It’s also a great destination for those choosing to travelling alone. So if you’re looking for your next solo adventure or struggling to find a travel companion, we’ve put together these great...
10 Photos That’ll Make You Want to Travel to India
Whilst there is much that can be said of India’s sights and attractions, the phrase ‘a picture tells a thousand words’ really does ring true. From its awe inspiring monuments to its vibrant festivals, India is a country that’s a feast for the senses. So if...
Top Five Things to do in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula
It may be known for its palm-fringed beaches and tequila, but there’s a whole lot more to Mexico than first meets the eye. To give you an idea of what its different regions have to offer, here we’ve taken a closer look at the best things...
10 Interesting Facts about the Dead Sea
Located on the border between Israel and Jordan, the Dead Sea is one of the most intriguing natural phenomena on Earth. Aside for some microorganisms and algae, this salt water lake is completely devoid of life. There’s no seaweed, fish or any other creatures found in or...