Are you a Woman? Are you a Cyclist? Then this is for you.... Loretta, the Solo Female Cyclist has compiled ... Big WOW Book 100 Women From Around The World Travel By Bicycle #1 I’m the solo female world cyclist or wack-a-doo on wheels I like to say. My first bicycle tour was 5 years long and quite the ride, covering 5 continents and 41 countries. The WOW (women on wheels) Wall, an online bicycle touring community that I founded, … [Read more...]
The Best Travel Shoes
Written by Aliya Kayla According to a famous adage, "A good pair of shoes will take you to good places." Simply put, you need the right kind of footwear for you to enjoy your trip to the fullest regardless of the destination. What are the best travel shoes - how do you decide In a way, it's dependent on the kind of place you're visiting. If you're going to mountainous regions, hiking or trekking, shoes will be your best bet; if you're heading … [Read more...]
5 Travel Tips for Your Next Adventure
We’re a world full of people who love to travel and experience the world. Millions of us head from our home countries to destinations around the globe looking to try out local culture or relax away from home. It’s important to make the most out of travelling though, whether solo or with others, so here are five tips for your next adventure. 1. Always be Ready to Try Somewhere Different The world is a huge place, with so many different … [Read more...]
The World’s Best Obstacle Courses: Off Road Places and Spaces to Explore
Driving can be definitely fun if you make it enjoyable, and what better way to achieve that goal than by tackling some of the best off road locations on the planet? It helps to be driving a vehicle that is built for the job, like the Jeep Cherokee for instance. Once you have a great set of wheels you are ready for some adventure, here is a look at some amazing places to explore. Grand Junction for grand adventures When it comes to outdoor … [Read more...]
The World’s Most Friendly Passports
If you had the choice of any passport you liked, which would you choose? As it turns out, your passport says more than you might realise about your level of access to the world. European countries tend to own the best passports: according to international citizenship and residency planning consultancy Henley and Partners, 9 out of the top 10 "friendliest" passports come from Europe. Friendly? Yes -- the passports whose holders have the greatest … [Read more...]
Staying Safe – 4 Important Tips for Solo Women Travelers
To be brutally honest traveling solo as a woman can be dangerous – particularly in some parts of the world. Staying safe is not always easy. Not only are women tourists who are alone a prime target for crime, but there can also be other risks for solo women as well. That being said, there are a few measures that you can take to stay safe when traveling alone. Be aware of the risks and potential dangers The more you’re aware of any risks, the … [Read more...]
What to Bring on Your Next Backpacking Trip
Deciding what to bring on your backpacking trip can be a bit intimidating. You are limited to how much space your backpack can hold, as well as how much weight you are willing to carry. It is helpful to collect all of the essential items (e.g., sleeping bag, shelter, rain coat, hydration system, etc.) and then see what type of space is left for additional items. So, how do you decide what to put in your backpack and what to leave at … [Read more...]
5 Beginners Tips to Taking a Perfect Holiday Shot for Instagram
I am not a specialist photographer, but I carry a camera and a phone to capture a memory or two along the way - to share with my blog posts some of the visual magic of a trip or encounter. Tui Sovereign are running an Instagram competition at present - there are only 100 entries so far for a prize of 1000 pounds, so the odds are pretty good. Post you perfect holiday picture on Instagram to win and tag it #myparadisemoment Exhilaration … [Read more...]
GPS my City – Your own Walking Tour Guide
What about if our Smartphone could take us on on a guided walk? When people stay in my Auckland apartment, I love to leave a list of local places to get a good coffee, or a meal, a hidden park or a great place to walk. Sharing local information is hot on Airbnb where hosts are encouraged to map their favourite things in their neighbourhood. I love cities - they are so full of life and energy, but they are also BIG and diverse, it is not … [Read more...]
Touring the World? Don’t Miss These Beauties
Maybe it’s your gap year, or maybe you’re having your midlife crisis in style, but whatever the reason, you’re touring the world and so good on you! I’m sure you’re going to see the Eiffel Tower, The Empire State Building, Ayers Rock, Big Ben, The Taj Mahal and all that. I’ve compiled a little list for you to help you find some less obvious sights. The ones that are out of the way or maybe the ones you know but just wouldn’t have thought of … [Read more...]
