Recently we found out about Duane and Kim, an Australian couple planning a trip around the world. As we are huge fans of long term travel and extended career breaks, we naturally wanted to learn more about this intrepid couple and their exciting trip. After all, they have no set date to return home! Their plans will take them from Australia to Southeast Asia, and then into China, over to Europe and then to the U.S. We asked them a number of questions about their trip and their planning process, so read on to find out what they said.
Peg Legging Around The World – Top Pirate Locations to Plunder
January 18th, 2012 by MatthewIf you think about it, Pirate Travel is a completely sensible topic for posting about. It’s always good to get back to our (ancestral??) roots and remember that they were the original pioneers of the randomised, inquisitive and adventurous ideals of travel. Plundering their way around the world cove to cove, finding the unexpected and bathing in the riches on offer sounds faintly familiar. Many a traveller will bounce from hostel to hostel, enriching their lives, perhaps not through treasure but more through experiences and photo shots. So here’s to tracing the footsteps (or peg steps!) of history by outlining a few treasures of pirateyness left unplundered around the world. Read the rest of this entry »
Travel Post Roundup (Jan 4)
January 4th, 2012 by BryanHappy New Year, everyone! With the start of 2012, it’s time to showcase some of the best travel articles and blog posts from the last week in the travel community. Needless to say, there are a lot of 2011 recaps and 2012 predictions. Personally, our 2011 was terrific, as we ventured to China and Mongolia for two months. Both countries took our breath away, and we highly recommend you add them to your bucket list.
Top 3 cities to visit for Christmas
December 20th, 2011 by VickyAlthough we usually associate Christmas with being at home, an increasing number of people are starting to travel during the winter season. There are some wonderful cities all over the world that are ideal to visit at Christmas. The way each city celebrates the Christmas season really varies between different cities, countries and cultures. Spending part of your Christmas in another city is an idea for those of us who want to do something that is both different and memorable. Read the rest of this entry »
Stereotypical Backpackers
December 15th, 2011 by BryanVagabondish recently posted a great article about budget travel and the idea of “stereotypical backpackers” which we felt was worth sharing. It essentially states that just because you’re traveling on a budget and staying at cheap hotels or hostels does not mean that you’re a grubby and party-going backpacker. Read the rest of this entry »
Holiday Gift Guide for the Traveler
December 2nd, 2011 by BryanWhew, now that black Friday and cyber Monday have passed, the rest of us can start our holiday shopping experience without getting trampled, elbowed in the face, or pepper-sprayed. If you have a loved one that loves travel, we’ve assembled the following list of travel related gear and gadgets to help give you some ideas on what to get for your favorite vagabond. Read the rest of this entry »
5 Great Cruise Innovations
November 18th, 2011 by Ellis GreenCruise Lines are pulling out all the stops as they try to deliver a cutting-edge cruise experience and cater for people of all ages and background, spending billions in the process. In the fiercely competitive cruise market, operators are constantly trying new things to get one step ahead of their rivals. Here are 5 recent Innovations you can expect to find across cruise liners worldwide. Read the rest of this entry »
Submit a Travel Tip and Get Noticed
October 31st, 2011 by BryanDid you know that you can read and share travel tips on our website and also get some attention for your travel blog? In addition to using Budget Your Trip to discover travel costs around the globe, you can also spread your knowledge to your fellow travelers. It’s super easy. Just log in and submit a tip for any city or country. And here’s the extra bonus: if you put the URL of your website on your Budget Your Trip member profile, the link will show up next to your name for each travel tip you submit, giving your travel blog more attention (plus a little linking love). When you log in, you’ll see links on the home page to submit a travel tip or update your profile. Read the rest of this entry »
Eight Most Overlooked Cities
October 26th, 2011 by LaurieToo often we swing through a country and do nothing more than a highlights tour. When time allows it’s important to step outside the big hitter sights and find a more down to Earth place to explore. We accrued this list of commonly overlooked, but highly suggested cities for your next trip. Read the rest of this entry »
Five Affordable Caribbean Destinations
October 25th, 2011 by BryanThe summer has ended and there’s a bite in the air. In a few months we’ll all be itching for warm weather again. But how affordable is the Caribbean? Is it possible to escape the winter chill and still not break the bank? Below we’ve listed five affordable Caribbean options for even the most economically challenged traveler. Read the rest of this entry »
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