Travel Archive
25 Apr 2013
How to plan financially for a trip
For many people, nothing makes or breaks a trip like money. It’s the thing that prevents many from ever taking the leap and deciding to travel. Some wait years before embarking on a dream journey because they believe they should be saving and not winging it and making things work along the way. This is
25 Apr 2013
The richness of visiting Africa
Africa is a continent that is filled with multitudes – of people, languages, cultures and traditions. It is not quite as high on the backpacker list as, say, Southeast Asia or Europe, but it is a place of great opportunities to have meaningful experiences. Africa tends to get a negative reputation because of the images
21 Apr 2013
How to know when it’s time to move on
Traveling the world and living abroad can be a dream come true, no doubt. The places you go, the people you meet, the crazy foods you eat – cliche as it sounds, it really is the adventure of a lifetime. However, there does come a point when it’s time to bid the place you’ve come
23 Mar 2013
Questions to consider before the big move
When planning your move to another country, it’s easy to get caught up in the heady excitement of all the choice and possibility. Suddenly places that seemed only a fantasy are very real possibilities as cities you might call home. But slow down before you get caught up in the romance of it. There are
18 Mar 2013
On maintaining friendships while roaming the world
Let’s face it – even the truest, strongest friendships undergo some strain when one half of that relationship decides to up and travel the planet for some unspecified amount of time. Even though you make the promises to keep in touch, to update each other all the time, there is inevitably some distance that sets
10 Mar 2013
Coping with depression on the road
Depression is a taboo subject even for those in Western countries where mental health is becoming a more acceptable topic of discussion and is recognized as a condition for which the sufferer should be supported and treated. However, when you’re far from home, wandering all corners of the world, travel is not a barrier against
05 Mar 2013
Tips for Travelers who go solo
Who says you can only go on holiday with your family or friends? I say-why not go solo! Believe it or not, this is not something ‘new’ and according to the U.S Travel Association in 2009 22.2 million out of 170 million Americans travelled alone. There is really nothing wrong with wanting some solo time
02 Mar 2013
Berlin, a European gem
When it comes to charmed ex-pat destinations, Berlin, Germany, is at the top of the list. Living in Berlin gives you a home base from which to explore the beauty that Europe has to offer. Berlin is notoriously less expensive than other European cities and is full of artistic and historical culture. Creative types will find
21 Feb 2013
Spotlight on South Africa
For many travelers and would-be ex-patriates, there are some locations in the world that seem a go-to for living: Southeast Asia for the beautiful weather, low cost of living and friendly people; South America, perhaps, for the excellent food and economic opportunities there. But another excellent destination for foreigners is South Africa, a country with
14 Feb 2013
Celebrating Valentine’s Day on the road
It’s Valentine’s Day. Some people are snuggling up to their lovers, indulging in a day meant just for them with glasses of champagne, chocolate hearts and all the gooey goodness the holiday stands for. Others are stridently pretending it’s just any other day, ignoring the lovey messages, big red hearts and teddy bears in order to