Long term solo travel on a budget.
Cycling holidays in Holland are popular for those who wish to take a unique and active trip in a beautiful place. Holland is one of the best places to visit for a cycling holiday, as the land is quite flat. This makes it perfect for cycling and taking in the scenery as you pedal. Amsterdam... Continue Reading →
Whichever way you look at it, Vladivostok in far eastern Russia is off the beaten track. However, this is one of the country’s main tourist destinations. Previously a closed city for military reasons, the city is attracting more and more tourists, particularly those who are travelling on the Trans-Siberian railway. Independent travel to the city... Continue Reading →
Being a tourist can be fun; you're exploring new places, you get to stay in a nice hotel and eat out a lot, you're not working and you can let your hair down. Did you ever stop to think about the people that live in these tourist destinations? It's not always easy for us, and the locals will sometimes resent the tourists for making everyday life so difficult.
Visit the largest island in the world's deepest and oldest lake.
If you only have a short time in Irkutsk, make sure you see Lake Baikal by riding the Circumbaikal Railway!
Hiking in the most popular national park in Russia.
Just like Iceland's Golden Circle or India's Golden Triangle, Russia's Golden Ring shouldn't be missed.
Spend at least three days here visiting the famous Red Square, St Basil's Cathedral, the Moscow Kremlin and the world's most beautiful metro!
Spend at least three days exploring the "Venice of the North" and get your fill of Russian Orthodox cathedrals, churches and convents!
