Set in idyllic countryside in the heart of Laos, you’ll find the Living Land Farm. Established in 2005, this thriving farm was formed by a group of locals who wanted to combine their land to give it a better use. And it seems they have had...
Category: Extra Time In
When you have limited time in a city full of things to do, it can be hard knowing where to start and how to make the most of it. Here you’ll find a host of handy guides on the best ways to spend your extra time in a range of vibrant cities across the globe.
How to Spend a Day in New York
Home to some of the world’s most iconic buildings, New York needs little introduction. The city offers enough to see and do to fill several weeks, let alone days, meaning 24 hours just isn’t enough to truly experience the Big Apple. But if that’s all the time...
Highlights of Hoi An Ancient Town
Vietnam is filled with beautiful places and incredible scenery. And Hoi An is no exception to that rule. The town’s name translates to ‘peaceful meeting place’, and it’s just that. Brimming with idyllic charm, Hoi An displays a wealth of international influences, from its French colonial...
Highlights of India: Fatehpur Sikri
You may be aware that Uttar Pradesh is one of India’s most historic and exciting regions. Being home to the Taj Mahal and the Agra Fort, Uttar Pradesh offers a vast treasure chest of history and architecture. If you travel just 40 kilometres from the city...
How to Spend a Day in Medellin
The story of Medellin in Colombia is one of a kind. It was once named ‘the most dangerous city on Earth’ by Time magazine some 25 years ago. It was known for gun crime, cocaine and drug lords, being home to possibly the most famous one...
How to Spend a Day in Lima
So you’ve arrived in Peru’s sprawling capital city. But now you find yourself at a loss as to where to start. Fear not! Here’s our guide to some of the city’s best sights and places to eat. It’s your one-stop guide on how to plan a...
Top 10 Free Things To Do In Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, the large thriving cosmopolitan capital city of Argentina, has a wonderful reputation. Nicknamed the Paris of South America, it’s vibrant, cosmopolitan and beautiful. There are many ways you can break the bank during your time here. However if you’re looking to save the pennies, we’ve...
How to Spend a Day in Bogota
On arrival in Bogota, especially if coming from the airport dazed and jet-lagged, it can appear loud, unorganised and grid-locked. However, spend just a little time exploring and you’ll quickly discover how special it is. The capital city is full of colonial buildings which lend a...
How to Spend Time in Pokhara
Pokhara certainly has a lot to offer. Found in the Annapurna region, it’s the second largest city in Nepal, just a short flight from Kathmandu. I recently spent time here while travelling around the country on our Highlights of Nepal tour. Here are my suggestions of how...
The Five Towns of Cinque Terre
Dating back to the medieval period, this once unassuming coastline of quiet fishing communities is today firmly on the tourist map as one of Italy’s most popular attractions – and it’s not hard to see why. Translated into English, The Land of Five, is made up...