When I was younger, my dad would paraphrase a Chinese saying: “Do one thing every day that scares you.” Today, I’m a 4th year medical student and whilst I work hard and I’m good at […]
The Safari Diaries: Day 2
What people forget to tell you about Africa is that it gets cold there, too – colder than you would expect, especially out in the Savannah. That’s why at 6 a.m. on my second day in […]
The Safari Diaries: Day 1
Ever since I was little, I have been fascinated by wildlife. When I was eight my mom bought a collection of National Geographic documentaries, each film focussed on a different animal, and I spent all […]
Winter Sun in Morocco
It’s getting to that time of year when leaving the warmth of your duvet in the morning is one of the hardest tasks of the day; let alone the walk home in total darkness. Given […]
The perfect Christmas break: Madrid
With Christmas just around the corner, Spain’s thriving capital, Madrid, makes an excellent weekend getaway. Long eclipsed by its cultural rival, Barcelona, the city is making a return as a tourist location. December to February, […]
A Christmas in Malaysia
Waking up and wishing your family ‘Merry Christmas!’ before going for a dip in the infinity pool feels a bit unnatural, especially when you’re used to waking up to freezing cold British weather on the […]
Costa Rica: Sun, surf and unspoiled bliss
Bordering Panama, Costa Rica contains 5% of the world’s biodiversity. What’s more, it has the highest population density of plants and animals species in the world. It is ecologically unspoiled, promoting conservation, protection and sustainable […]
Travel Troubles for the LGBT are out of touch
You’re on holiday. You’re nice and relaxed, lounging around the pool with your partner. The catch? No one can know you’re together. For the LGBT community, this is a reality in some parts of the […]
China: A Modern Classic
Stretching from the plains of Mongolia down to the warm climates of South-East Asia and with a long, proud history. China has a huge amount to offer for any tourist up for an adventure. Beijing […]
Travel | Get lost in Central America
Central America is a tropical isthmus that connects North and South America. It lies on the Pacific and the Caribbean Coast, making it rich and diverse in both Latin-American and Afro-Caribbean culture. Sailing between picturesque […]
Travel | What’s the best way to plan your holiday?
How do you plan your holiday? Do you go it alone, and prowl the internet for the very best deals? Or, do you sit back and let the travel agent plan your perfect getaway? Here […]
Travel | Welcome to Yorkshire
From the Humber to the dales, Yorkshire has a wealth of spots worth visiting during your time here. They don’t call it God’s Own Country for nothing, and you should make the most of if […]