As well as the myriad music festivals taking place around the world, there are some more unusual events that provide you the Grown-up Traveller with a good excuse for a quick break or extended stay. We’ve compiled a short list…
Going on a weekend trip can be a great way to escape the daily routine in the office or any other work place for that matter. If you are based in Europe you have plenty of options for where to…
Wisconsin doesn’t initially appear on many traveler’s wish lists when taking a trip to the United States, especially in the Winter. Wisconsin is known to have some of the coldest winters in the entire country; therefore it tends to just…
You do hear horror stories about what can happen to single female travellers. But if you can follow a few simple rules when travelling alone, you will make yourself less vulnerable to attack – whether it’s of a personal nature…
The Mediterranean is a mecca for the rich and famous as well as thousands of singles, families and other travellers looking for some sun and sand. But if the crowds are a major turn off for you and you’re looking…
Image by Kent Goldman, used under Creative Comms licence. If this year’s winter Olympics have inspired you to try your hand at some daredevil action out on the snow then there are number of holiday destinations that cater specifically for…
Seville is an historical city located in the southern region of Andalusia in Spain. The city is known for its ancient cathedral and its bell tower, which used to be a minaret. The city is located a short distance away…
The drive from Sydney to Cairns is packed with nature, adventure and surprises. Only stopping to sleep and eat might take four days by road but taking a week to three weeks is a much better time frame to appreciate…
Photo credit: the(?) via photopin cc There are so many options for day trips and weekend getaway from Sydney, from the rugged mountains ranges in the West to lush rainforest and rivers that meat wine growing valleys in the North,…
Photo credit: Kieran Lynam via photopin cc England’s capital is home to a diverse range of cultural attractions, including museums, galleries and entertainment venues galore. It is also the place to find a host of beautiful cathedrals and places of…
Photo credit: Roger Smith via photopin cc Mississippi is a family outdoor vacation wonderland offering fantastic fishing, abundant bird and numerous hiking or mountain bike trails though majestic national park. It also offers a chance to experience America’s biggest and…
Photo credit: Nicholas_T via photopin cc Searching for the right rental car for a vacation is a difficult yet intriguing process. The best way to approach car rental deciphering is to consider the activity as a scavenger hunt and the…