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Cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia
Cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia in the first leg of my Vietnam to the UK trip was a really fascinating journey. After extensive preparation, riding through the street lights that lit up the roads an overwhelming feeling of dread and numbness came over me. I had never prepared for...read more →
Preparing to Cycle Around The World
Here is a run-down of all my preparations for getting ready to cycle around the world. The incessant dreaming of cycling around the world was finally coming to an end. There is at last action. Relying on chatting to people who had done long distance cycling before, I went...read more →
Hiking The Tongariro Crossing
Dip a Toe in an Emerald-Colored Lake Visitors to New Zealand walk around with jaws dropped and eyes wide at the picturesque landscapes – but the magic of what you see at the peak of the North Island’s Tongariro Crossing is the most breathtaking of all. Hiking the...read more →
One Of The Hardest African Marathons
The Sierra Leone Marathon is often referred to as the world’s toughest marathon, as runners face gruelling temperatures and humidity levels which would test any athlete. The risks are very real, and runners are briefed about the dangers the night before. Dehydration, over-hydration and heat stroke are all potentially...read more →
Scuba Diving Story in Koh Tao
Achieved After three days of intense dives, physical challenges, swim tests, skills and theory exams, I am Open Water Certified. My scuba diving story in Koh Tao was one of the most memorable tales I have, and certainly one of the most challenging mental and physical task I’ve faced....read more →
Skydiving in San Diego
There are many reasons why I chose the Golden state to take on my own adventure – skydiving in San Diego. The Californian Coast is bursting with opportunity for unique experiences, apart from skydiving in San Diego, there are incredible National Parks, gorgeous people inside and out, breathtaking and...read more →
Eating dog in Vietnam (and more)
Eating dog is condemned in the western world, where the simple admission that someone is “not much of a dog person” will undoubtedly cause shock and outrage. But eating dog in Vietnam does still take place. Eating dog is often mocked as part of an ill-informed Asian stereotype. Whilst...read more →
Brazil’s Forbidden Snake Island
There are a few spots around the world where no ordinary civilians are allowed to visit. Area 51, Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, and Mezhgorye in Russia are all renowned for their secrecy. Providing a source for a constant stream of conspiracy theories. Ilha de Queimada (Snake Island),...read more →
Amazing Hikes In South Korea
There are some amazing hikes in South Korea. And Colin took on the challenge of a lifetime by aiming to cross the entire width of South Korea, on foot, in a two week hike across South Korea. It was going to take lots of planning, a well-organised route and...read more →
Camping and Hitchhiking in Hokkaido | Japan
Spending a week, hitchhiking and camping in Hokkaido in one of the last great wildernesses. Hokkaido is the northern most island in Japan. It is an untamed land of brown bears, hot springs and national parks. Being the second largest island in Japan and covering 22% of the land...read more →
The Trans-Siberian Railway in Third Class | Russia
Doing the Trans-Siberian railway in third class does not mean you won’t have a good time. You’ll meet some very interesting people! The Trans-Siberian railway is the longest single rail track in the world. Ever since it opened in 1916, it has connected Moscow to Vladivostok or Beijing on...read more →
A Brief Guide to The World Nomad Games
Nestled to the north west of China, Kyrgyzstan is the second smallest “Stan” out of the seven in the region, both by population and area. It’s a mountainous country, with 88 mountain ranges resulting in over 90% of Kyrgyzstan being at least 1,500m high. Despite the relative inaccessibility, it...read more →
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Nearly Eaten By A Hippo
Africa is full of dangerous animals, but none more so than the Hippo. Paul Templer takes us through his survival story of nearly being eaten by a hippo. After spending most his twenties on the waters of the Zambezi river in Zimbabwe, he got to know some animals even...read more →
Seven Day Meditation Retreat
High in the hills of the Burmese mountains is the setting where Burmese and foreigners stay for a week to do a seven day long meditation retreat. Now in 60th retreat, this seven day meditation retreat has proved to be popular; every year passes more and more people come. ...read more →
What’s it like Volunteering in a Monastery?
Ever thought about volunteering in a monastery? Then this experience could be the one for you. The Thabarwa monastery just outside Yangon is a refuge, where volunteers from all over the world help poor, handicapped and sick people. Thabarwa is run exclusively on donations and takes care of over...read more →
Exclusive Interview with A Monk
A friend of the site has recently travelled to Myanmar to have an interview with a monk. Read Ozin’s transformation from normal life to Monk life and he has managed to adapt to different way of living. What led you to become a monk here in Myanmar? For a...read more →
Cycling and Camping in Northern Thailand
Northern Thailand is absolutely spectacular. It maybe tough cycling due to the mountainous landscape, but my god the views are well worth the effort! After leaving Siem Reap, from my cycling across Cambodia trip, I made my way through the mountains of Northern Thailand. What To Bring When Cycling...read more →
Cliff Diving In Hawaii
The Hawaiian islands offer some of the best cliff jumping in the world. PLEASE NOTE – CLIFF DIVING IS VERY DANGEROUS, SO PROCEED WITH CAUTION. Here is a run down for the five best places for cliff diving in Hawaii. Laie Point This 30 ft nerve shredding jump, located...read more →
Cycling around Anghor Wat
Cycling around Angkor Wat is completely mesmerising, the 8th Century temple holds so many secrets that you unlock as round every corner. As part of my Ho Chi MInh to Siem Reap cycle trip, I took a day to see the biggest religious monument in the world. Discovered by...read more →
The Cambodian Landmine Museum
With landmines still going off across the countryside in Cambodia, the presence of explosives is still very real for the ordinary Cambodian. In the last stretch of my cycle ride, as I approached Siem Reap I discovered the Cambodian Landmine Museum. It’s a welcoming place which expertly portrays the...read more →
Cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia
Cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia in the first leg of my Vietnam to the UK trip was a really fascinating journey. After extensive preparation, riding through the street lights that lit up the roads an overwhelming feeling of dread and numbness came over me. I had never prepared for...read more →
Visually Impaired Scuba Diving
With the help of Seable, Stephen Campbell, a totally blind man was able to try Scuba Diving. People must think Stephen to be completely awe-inspiring, to go so far out of his comfort zone, and plunge into the salty depths of the coast of Sicily. Thanks to the hard...read more →
Preparing to Cycle Around The World
Here is a run-down of all my preparations for getting ready to cycle around the world. The incessant dreaming of cycling around the world was finally coming to an end. There is at last action. Relying on chatting to people who had done long distance cycling before, I went...read more →
What’s It Like On The Chairlift In Launceston
As the longest single-space chairlift in the world, the ride over Cataract Gorge is an exhilarating dangle above the rushing waters of the South Esk River in Launceston, Tasmania. The Ride The chairlift in Launceston takes its time, so you can snap tons of photos along the way. It...read more →
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Eating dog in Vietnam (and more)
Eating dog is condemned in the western world, where the simple admission that someone is “not much of a dog person” will undoubtedly cause shock and outrage. But eating dog in Vietnam does still take place. Eating dog is often mocked as part of an ill-informed Asian stereotype. Whilst...read more →
Brazil’s Forbidden Snake Island
There are a few spots around the world where no ordinary civilians are allowed to visit. Area 51, Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, and Mezhgorye in Russia are all renowned for their secrecy. Providing a source for a constant stream of conspiracy theories. Ilha de Queimada (Snake Island),...read more →
Amazing Hikes In South Korea
There are some amazing hikes in South Korea. And Colin took on the challenge of a lifetime by aiming to cross the entire width of South Korea, on foot, in a two week hike across South Korea. It was going to take lots of planning, a well-organised route and...read more →
Swimming in the Antarctic | Argentina
A land full of glaciers, icebergs and Sea Lions, swimming in the Antarctic was something I really didn’t think, i’d ever do! I took the plunge in the Beagle Channel, which is situated around the southern most city in the world, Ushuaia. After finding a good spot to jump...read more →
Camping in Tokyo | Japan
Who would have thought that there would be camping in Tokyo. A huge mega city like Tokyo with serene camping spots? Never?! After spending the first night staying in a hostel, we decided to look for a camping site. Camping in Tokyo is fairly easy as there are four...read more →
Camping and Hitchhiking in Hokkaido | Japan
Spending a week, hitchhiking and camping in Hokkaido in one of the last great wildernesses. Hokkaido is the northern most island in Japan. It is an untamed land of brown bears, hot springs and national parks. Being the second largest island in Japan and covering 22% of the land...read more →
Cat and Dog Café in Saigon
Even though some of the Vietnamese don’t mind the occasional dog on their plate, it turns out there are surprisingly a few pleasant dog and cat cafes in Saigon. How many dog and cat cafes are there in Saigon? There are eight cafes across Saigon that opens their door...read more →
Snorkeling with Salmon (Video)
Surrounding yourself with Salmon whilst snorkeling in a Vancouver river is a very special experience! Locals call this the ‘the salmon capital of the world’ as over one million salmon of five different species make their way back up the river system. They have had an epic journey with...read more →
Volcano Walking In Ethiopia
Photos from a trip volcano walking in Ethiopia. North east of Addis Abeba stands Erta Ale,. The searing heat of the magma is intense as you gingerly peer over the side, to get a glimpse of the red hot molten liquid. A 4×4 is a must for traversing the...read more →
Taking a Cargo Boat to the Galapagos Islands
Taking a cargo boat for 1,400 kilometers to get to the Galapagos Islands was certainly an adventure! It had always been a dream of my friend and I to visit the Galapagos Islands. On a tight budget, we simply could not afford flights, so we looked for other alternatives. ...read more →
A Brief Guide to The World Nomad Games
Nestled to the north west of China, Kyrgyzstan is the second smallest “Stan” out of the seven in the region, both by population and area. It’s a mountainous country, with 88 mountain ranges resulting in over 90% of Kyrgyzstan being at least 1,500m high. Despite the relative inaccessibility, it...read more →
Going around the World on a Bike
There is a word that sums up the recognised physical condition that gives some people the compulsive urge to travel. It is called dromomania and I am greatly affected by it. It was this urge that planted a seed in my head about setting myself the challenge of going...read more →
