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Informed Traveler June 30, 2016 By Ildi Amon Some of the longest non-stop flights go from Auckland to Dubai; from Singapore to San Francisco, from Melbourne to Doha; from Dallas/Fort Worth to Sydney; and from Johannesburg to Atlanta. These flights are 16-17 plus hours! However, even a much shorter long-haul flight of 10+ hours can be […]

August 18, 2015 Image credit: AFP Photo/ Joe Raedle United States and Cuba have taken huge steps to normalize the relations between the two countries which were officially came to an end with the closing of U.S. embassy in Havana in 1961. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry reopened the embassy 4 days ago hoisting […]

August 3, 2015 You are not happy with the street maintenance in your hometown, that big pothole in front of your house is bothering you already for weeks and the traffic jam on the way to work is driving you crazy? Rest assured, the following most dangerous roads in the world will make you appreciate […]

August 28, 2015 What might be the world’s oldest message in a bottle has been found on the beaches of Amrum Island in Germany, after floating in the North Sea for more than 100 Years. It was found by a German woman on holiday on the island. Dutifully she followed the instructions given on the postcard […]

Adventure Travel in Sub-Saharan Africa October 8, 2015 By Barbara Malawi, already struggling getting its piece out of the tourism cake in competition with neighboring Zambia and Tanzania, has received a further blow to its tourism industry. From October 1st, a significant $75 visa fee has been introduced. It is assumed, that this rather high fee will […]

September 1, 2015 It should go without saying that extreme sports do exactly what they say on the tin: they’re extreme and they’re a type of sport. However, for those adrenaline junkies for whom the sheer risk factor is not enough, there are some nutty sporting events and activities out there that really put the […]

September 9, 2015 Turkmenistan is one of the world’s most mysterious countries, tucked inside Central Asia, this secretive country has the toughest visa requirements in the whole region, so it goes without saying not many people visit Turkmenistan. But visa issues aside, not many people know what Turkmenistan has to offer for the adventurous traveler, from […]

August 14, 2015 Image credit: Eric Pheterson Diving is taking a step into the mysterious world of unknown. It is, indeed, one of the most thrilling activities in the world. It is an unprecedented experience towards a world which is absolutely different from ours: it is trespassing. Nonetheless, feeling of exploration renders this water sport much […]

April 13, 2016 A holiday in the land Down Under (Australia) or across the Tasman Sea to the land of the silver fern (New Zealand) would not be complete without at least one camping experience. Both countries are known for their beautiful natural landscapes, and camping traditions. In both countries you’ll find camp spots with excellent facilities […]

Informed Traveler December 29, 2015 By Ildi Amon Plan a year of adventure travel to some of these vibrant, loud and spectacular traditional festivals around the world. Photo By: nateClicks La Tomatina, Spain La Tomatina is essentially a tomato-throwing festival that takes place in eastern Spain in the town of Bunol each year on the last Wednesday […]

Adventure Travel in Southeast Asia November 8, 2017 By Fiona Bali has become extremely popular with tourists in recent years as a tropical haven with warm and welcoming natives. If you are planning a trip for the first time, here are the essential tips so you can be an informed traveler, get around smoothly and enjoy the […]

Adventure Travel Destinations August 10, 2015 By Keremcan Ayhan Traveling is the best teacher you can hire according to your budget. You can widen your perspective while discovering different cultures and lands. Moreover, the people you get to know during your trips can be your life-long fellows. Nevertheless, this description does not totally fit into the […]

Adventure Travel Destinations August 11, 2015 By Jennifer As a heatwave engulfs the Middle East, Iran hasn’t had it easy. In Bandar Mahshahr in the Persian Gulf, thermometers shot up to a whopping 74°C (165°F) “heat index”, which is the measurement of how hot it feels for the body, on Friday, 7 August 2015. The temperature might […]

April 11, 2016 Rickshaw race in Goa, the last stage of the Rickshaw Challenge Malabar Rampage 2016 revealed the winner of the popular auto-rickshaw race in India. The Team Champagne finished the race ahead of their competitors and won the Malabar Rampage 2016 trophy. Image credit: Janardan Prasad The Rickshaw Challenge Malabar Rampage 2016 came […]