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 it’s true that eating dog in […]

The world’s first zorbing track originated in Rotorua, New Zealand. Zorbing in Rotorua lets you spin in a giant ball you get into before rolling along various tracks. If you decide to have a go at zorbing in Rotorua, the innovative circuit will roll you down a hill, through a zigzag hurdle path with many […]

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), off the coast of Brazil, is […]

Not far from the touristy, gated old city of Chiang Mai, there is a tucked-away, natural waterfall.  It is commonplace for locals to leave their shoes behind and walk up the Sticky Waterfalls. A waterfall where visitors can literally walk up the stones and not worry about slipping. Known as Bua Tong in Thai, the […]

When most people dream about a Bali, what comes to mind are infamous white, sandy beaches with glorious blue water. You might imagine sitting underneath palm trees, drinking coconuts or even a cheap, relaxing massage.  What may not spring to mind right away is a climbing mount batur at night.  The trek is 2 and […]

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 most of all, plenty of courage! […]

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 in from, there was no turning […]

A sunken forest among emerald water. Camping at Kaindy lake makes you feel you should be in the latest sci-fi movie! The best thing about camping at Lake Kaindy Waking up from a night of camping at Lake Kaindy was amazing.  Surrounded by the Tian Shan mountains,  the landscape is awe-inspiring.  Countless tree trunks sprout […]

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 to five spots to choose from.  […]

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