Author: Summer
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An Introduction to the Balkans
Are you planning a trip to the Balkans and wondering what all the fuss is about? Read on to find out about all things Balkan from cultural similarities to shared history and cuisine, we’ve got it all here! St John the Theologian Church overlooking the shores of Lake Ohrid, North Macedonia So you ask, what… Read more
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Crime & Safety: How to Survive in South America
There is always an element of danger when traveling around places you’ve never been to before. As a traveller, you are at risk of being scammed, becoming a victim of theft or even being kidnapped. Eeek! Thankfully tourist kidnappings are becoming more and more rare. Gangs and militant groups would often use kidnap in the… Read more
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Louage: A Systematic Breakdown of Routes in Tunisia
It can be difficult to find information on louages online. This post contains a list of louage routes and stations that we have personally experienced. Read more
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Curitiba: A Complete Walking Tour Guide
We usually rely on organised free walking tours, however none of these options were available in Curitiba so we created our own tour of the city centre. Read more
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Chenini & Douiret – Tips for Travelling Without a Car
Chenini and Douiret are tricky to reach without a car. If you’re planning to do-it-yourself like us, keep reading for my insider travel tips and advice. Read more
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Punic and Roman Tour of Tunisia: 7-Day Itinerary of the Major Classical Sites
Are you a classics nerd like me? If the answer is resounding yes, check out the itinerary below for an ideal whistle-stop tour taking in the Roman and Punic highlights that Tunisia has to offer. The theatre at Dougga Tunisia is not always the first place that comes to mind when thinking of Roman ruins… Read more
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How to use the Louage System in Tunisia: A Complete Guide
The best form of public transport in Tunisia is the louage, which is basically a shared taxi/minibus with between 7 and 9 passengers. Read more
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Tango in Buenos Aires: Everything You Need to Know
If you find yourself at loose end for something to do after dark in Buenos Aires, going to a tango show is something I can highly recommend. I fully caught the tango bug in Buenos Aires and ended up attending two tango shows during my short time there. Based on my experiences and observations at… Read more
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Blue Dollar in Argentina : Everything You Need to Know!
As tourists, we have a way to play the system, it’s called the blue dollar. There is an official exchange rate for US dollars and an unofficial exchange rate, which is almost double the official exchange rate. This basically means that you can almost double your money by first exchanging it from US dollars. Read more
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Easter Island: A 5-Day Whistlestop Itinerary
Easter Island can be an expensive place to visit however you can save pennies by cutting your trip from the traditional 7 days to 5 days instead. We packed everything into 5 days easily without breaking the bank, it just takes a little forward thinking and planning to cram all the following activities in. Check… Read more