Turkey is a huge, diverse country, stretching from Europe and the Meditteranean, and far across Anatolia towards the Black Sea, the Caucasus and Persia. It’s an ancient land, a country that saw the rise of the first Hellenistic civilizations thousands of years...
It’s a long way from anywhere, but there are a lot of things to do in Esperance. This coastal town on the southern coast of Western Australia is well worth the long drive if you are looking for white-sand beaches, kangaroos and lots of wilderness, and it’s easily one...
Kathmandu is the chaotic, colourful, and captivating capital of Nepal. It’s a city that sweeps you in with its sights, sounds and smells. It’s a city where around every corner, something interesting, intriguing or downright irreverent is happening. There are a...
Geraldton WA is the third-largest city in the state, and it’s a laid back Western Australian coastal city that has excellent weather all year round, dramatic coastline and sandy beaches. The coastal vibes in Geraldton are big, and you can stroll along the waterfront,...
Port Hedland WA isn’t exactly one of those destinations that you’d ever go out of your way to visit, because this obscure mining town in remote Western Australia doesn’t exactly have a booming tourism scene. Port Hedland is one of those places on the north-west...
Shark Bay Western Australia is a wild and rugged UNESCO World Heritage Site that forms the most westerly part of the country. The name, Shark Bay, conjures images of shark-infested waters and dangerous coastline, and you wouldn’t be wrong in believing that vivid...
The Langtang Trek is Nepal’s most underrated trekking route. Step aside, Everest Base Camp, and move over Annapurna Circuit, because despite being severely damaged during the 2015 earthquakes that rocked the country, the Langtang Valley is very much open for hiking,...
“I hope you haven’t eaten yet”, says Anil with a knowing smile as we meet on the dusty streets of Thamel in the heart of Kathmandu. “Because we will be eating a lot this afternoon!” Anil is the manager of Backstreet Academy, a travel company that specialises in...
The Langtang Valley lies to the north of Khatmandu, cutting through the Himalayas as it runs alongside the long and formidable border with Tibet. The valley rises from the lowlands and high into the mountains, passing between peaks that rise to over 7000 metres...
Karratha isn’t exactly a city that’s found on top of most traveller’s bucket lists in Western Australia, and for those that do make it here, it’s usually just a quick refuelling stop as they make their way along the coastal highway. Karratha though should be more than...
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