Author: John Brent @johnbrenttravel and johnbrenttravel.com. In January 2019 I was lucky to spend 5 weeks in what became my favourite country in the world. During this time, I managed to visit 11 different places. The Philippines are huge, consisting of over 7000 islands. It’s important to realise that getting around takes time, so plan […]
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New Zealand is unspoilt, cool and the current darling backdrop of the film industry. As the adventure capital of the world, it has a lot to offer Gap Year and adventure travellers. Pros: New Zealand offers a working holiday visa for up to 23 months, so the range of jobs is extensive. It offers world
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It may be New Zealand’s adventure capital, but there’s much more to Queenstown than adrenalin. Set on stunning Lake Wakatipu with a view of the spectacular Remarkables, Queenstown is also a gourmet food and wine hub. Here’s our list of the top 5 things to do: The Shotover Jet: If bungy jumping isn’t your thing
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Myanmar (previously known as Burma) is one of the few countries in East Asia where it’s still possible to have an authentic, non-touristy experience. Add to this, the world class temples and stunning scenery and it’s easy to see why Myanmar is rapidly growing in popularity. Here’s our pros and cons for gap year and
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Myanmar (previously known as Burma) has bucket list temples, spectacular scenery and still offers an authentic travel experience. However, with frequent political unrest, no go areas and a poor infrastructure you need to really research your trip before you go. Here’s our travel tips: Political situation: Check for any volatility before you go on the
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Authors: Emma and David – @teamthomastravels and teamthomastravel.com The Pearl of the Adriatic is so much more than Game of Thrones! This Medieval Old Town with its magnificent walls is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by the cleanest, clearest seas we have ever swum in. Here’s our top 5 list: Walk the walls:
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Costa Rica is quickly becoming the must visit Gap Year and adventure travel destination. With two tempting coast lines, volcanoes, rainforests and abundant wildlife, it’s easy to see why. Here’s our pros and cons: Pros: This central American country has a stunningly varied landscape: volcanoes, rainforest, cloud canopies, rivers, Caribbean reefs and Pacific surf beaches.
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Costa Rica has two stunning coast lines, volcanoes, rainforests and exotic wildlife. It also has significant rainfall and is expensive by Latin American standards. Make sure you plan ahead. Here’s our Costa Rica travel tips: The weather: Costa Rica has a lot of rain and unpredictable weather. The dry season runs from mid-November to April.
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Morocco is the fascinating gateway to Africa. It’s home to ancient cities, dazzling deserts and epic mountains. The culture is deep and the people are warm. Soak up the souks, spice markets and Berber and Arabian cultures. Morocco is a mesmerising place to visit, but you do need to be trip savvy to enjoy it.
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Marrakech is magical. It dazzles the senses. With its unique blend of culture and chic, the city has always enticed travellers. The Medina is a UNESCO world heritage site and is home to a selection of sensational sights. Here’s our top 5 must sees in Morocco’s bucket list city: Jemaa el Fna: This massive space
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