One of the main draws to visit Iceland in the winter months is the chance to see the northern lights, but they can actually be seen between September and April, depending how far north you are and how much light pollution there is where you are. Iceland is also one of the most expensive countries to visit, and visiting in more ‘off-peak’ months, offers your wallet a some relief.
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6 things to do in Reykjavik
I’ve been to Iceland on multiple occasions and each time I’ve ended up visiting the rainbow road and standing outside the church and that was pretty much the extent of it. There’s actually a lot to do, especially if you’re trying to visit on a budget.
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Full guide to surviving sleeper buses in Asia
We’ve all heard the horror stories from other backpackers and people on social media about the horrific experiences on the notorious South East Asia sleeper buses. From sharing beds with strangers, to being forced to sit in the aisles, they really don’t have a good reputation. After using them myself, I can say a lot of it is true, however there are a few things you can do to make…
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Full guide to the Gili Islands
I knew very little about the Gili Islands before we went. All I knew is what other people had told me which was Gili T is for parties and Gili Air is for hippies. This didn’t give me a whole lot to go off, especially considering we’re not into the party scene at all and I wouldn’t consider myself a hippy. All I knew was it was the best place…
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3 must do activities in Ubud
On our recent trip to Bali, we spent 4 nights in Ubud because there are so many activities to do there. We’re not really your typical partying backpackers and the day clubs aren’t our thing, so it was good to know that there’s so much more to do here than just the typical instagram itinerary.
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4 things to know before renting bikes in Thailand
Renting bikes in Thailand, or anywhere in South East Asia can be a little daunting, especially if you are new to driving one. The things to look out for, and the dos and don’ts aren’t always clear. They can be confusing when turning to places like tiktok for advice (let’s face it, that’s where most of us get our travel info these days!) when people say different things. Well, I’m…