Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa
Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa

What a Budget Traveler Needs to Know Before Visiting South Africa

As a great option for those of us who are constantly on a tight travel budget, South Africa definitely offers a very unique experience. As long as you plan it out well, you won’t break the bank, and you’ll still get to see some pretty spectacular sights and have a ton of fun. Of course, in the interest of you having the best time possible on your trip, we’d like to offer you a few tips, so for anyone who’s longing to see South Africa here are some of the things to keep in mind.

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Morne Blanc Hiking Trail
Morne Blanc Hiking Trail

How to Visit the Seychelles for 2 Weeks for Under $730 USD

Before I visited the Seychelles, I had read a lot about how this is one of the most expensive destinations in the world and not at all suitable for backpackers. Moreover, since it is termed as a honeymoon spot, I wasn’t sure if going solo here was actually a good choice or not. But, in the end, my love for traveling to islands won over my fear of traveling solo in an expensive country and I am really grateful for it. You know why? Because Seychelles is not as expensive as they claim it to be. Yes, it is still slightly expensive in comparison to South East Asian countries but it is quite easily manageable. I managed my entire 15 day solo trip to this island for $730 USD, and here is how you can do it too.

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Taipei

25 Incredible Things To Do in Taiwan

Taiwan is a small island country that packs in a mind-boggling range of cultural, culinary, and scenic attractions. There are so many awesome Taiwan attractions that you might not even know where to start when planning your trip. We’re here to help, with this list of awesome things to do in Taiwan, with a mix of the most famous places and ideas for escaping the crowds.

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Katherine Gorge, Nitmiluk National Park, by Streve Strike

Australia’s Volatile Top End

When you think of Australia’s Northern Territory you are immediately flooded with images of Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (Olgas) rising from the red desert floor. While these are both iconic representations of the Northern Territory scenery, they signify just a small section of the vast landscape found in this amazing area of Australia.

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Uluru, Australia
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Experience the Indigenous Side of Australia

The Aboriginal peoples of Australia are considered one of the world’s most ancient living cultures. With a history dating back more than 50,000 years, their culture is rich with spirituality and wonder. Their deep connection to the land is showcased through their rituals, art, dance, music and Dreamtime stories - the time when their ancestral spirits created the land and all life. A trip to Australia wouldn’t be complete without experiencing at least some of the cultural activities of the Indigenous peoples. Sure, Australia has beautiful beaches, the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsunday Islands, and so on – but there’s a lot more to offer when you get a more cultural and historical perspective.

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