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19
Jan

Backpacking in your 30s, 40s and beyond

Remember backpacker bores, bathroom-sharing, the fear of missing out? So how much does the backpacking experience change as you get older?

16
Dec

Sigh. It’s not easy to keep New Year resolutions, be it exercising more often or giving up chocolate. So forget those and try these instead.

16
Sep

Unpredictable buses, changing timetables and missed connections can make the prospect of renting a car very appealing. But is it worth it?

17
Aug

Long bus trips, hairy mountain roads, choppy seas… For the travel sick-prone, amazing adventures can come at a price so try these remedies.

22
Jul

Rainforests, canyons, prisoner trains, cloud forests and feats of engineering – train travel in Latin America has plenty going on.

12
Jun

Travellers who pose naked at Latin America's famous tourist attractions should choose somewhere more appropriate for their nude selfie.

24
Apr

Mefloquine, better known as Lariam, is one of several anti-malarial drugs prescribed to travellers, but it’s not without controversy.

17
Mar

Search for ‘Inca Trail’ and the results come snowballing. With so many options, prices and companies, we help to simplify the initial stages.

05
Feb

Whether you are looking for a tropical paradise or somewhere to party, there are many great beaches to choose from throughout Latin America.

30
Jan

When most of us are used to our bedrooms, sharing a dorm comes with a whole new set of rules. Here’s how to be the almost-perfect dorm mate.