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My Time Teaching English In Chiang Mai, Thailand
I was trying to think of the best way to run through my time in Thailand on my blog, I was in and around Chiang Mai for the best part of 18 months and it truly was one of the best times of my life; I think I'm going to talk about the lifestyle I led, the way the teaching ...
Trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp – Nepal
50% less oxygen than you’re used to, freezing temperatures, no showers for a week, blisters bursting through your socks and one of the best experiences of your life – that is Mount Everest Base Camp Trek in a nutshell. At 5380m/17650ft Everest Base Camp is at a higher altitude than most mountains you’ll have climbed in your life. Bearing in mind ...
5 Countries You Should Really Visit
Australia, SE Asia, Fiji, USA – these are on the backpacking trail because they’re tried and tested. You’re guaranteed an awesome time, your guidebook can lead the way and you’re all set. But what do you do after your round-the-world trip, you’ve already hit up all the major backpacking nations, where next? These 5 countries may not be as easy ...
Trekking with Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda & Uganda
For any keen backpacker, the first question is presumably “How much does it cost to see the mountain gorillas in Rwanda?”. Rumours of crazy expenses are unfortunately pretty accurate – to trek with the Mountain Gorillas in either Rwanda or Uganda will cost you a one time fee of $500 (rumours of $1000-$2000 increases through 2011 & 2012 are rife) ...