The City Of Sails - Auckland, New Zealand

Getting To Know Auckland In Five Days

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There are many cities around the world that can gloat for being by the sea, but only Auckland can boast for having two harbours. Known as the 'City of Sails', Auckland is a sailing mecca. But it's not just the lure of the ocean that attracts…
Men wearing a pair of sunga on Ipanema Beach, Brazil

The Short Story About My Pair Of Brazilian Sungas

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Wherever I travel, I always try to immerse myself in the local culture. Traditions, ways of life, food, drink, dancing...you name it, I'll try it. For those of you that have been to Brazil, and walked a long one of Rio de Janeiro's many fine…
Waving the flag on Lake Titicaca, Peru

Taquile Island – Lake Titicaca’s Peruvian Gem

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Taquile Island is a little strip of land 5 miles long and less than 1 mile wide, located in the centre of Lake Titicaca in Peru. Yet despite it's size, it is a place big on culture, big on uniqueness, and made a big impression on me. After…
Camper van view - West Coast, New Zealand

My Incredible New Zealand Campervan Route

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New Zealand is built for campervans. Campervans are built for New Zealand. With a very large independent streak, it also seems I am built for New Zealand. Of all the things I was looking forward to in New Zealand - Queenstown, skydiving,…
Simon Heyes, wine tasting at Wither Hills, Marlborough, New Zealand

Wine Tasting In New Zealand’s Marlborough Region

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There is something very special about New Zealand. Many wine lovers may put that down to the copious amounts of delicious Sauvignon Blanc that reaches UK shores every week. Yes, this is a travel story about wine tasting in New Zealand's…
Milford Sound, New Zealand - Adventure Bagging

Cruising Milford Sound & Flying Over Fiordland

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You've seen Jurassic Park, right? Remember at the beginning, where Richard Attenborough flies into the park in a helicopter, and you see those amazing views of the landscape, including waterfalls, mountains and rivers? That was almost…
Simon Heyes on the Great Wall Of China

Exploring The Great Wall Of China

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Exactly one year ago, on 13th March 2013, I was walking around on one of the few man-made objects visible from space: the Great Wall of China. It seems fitting, that, one year on, I finally share my great experience and pics with you. China…
Simon Heyes - Surfing, New Zealand

9 Of The Best Surf Spots In New Zealand

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I've been visiting Cornwall every year since I was nine years old. Perranporth (around 7 miles South of Newquay) is my place of choice. It is a brilliant location, with over three miles of open sandy beach, and still somewhere I visit with other…
A picture at high altitide in the Peruvian Andes mountains

8 Tips To Prevent Altitude Sickness In South America

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Altitude sickness is something a lot of travellers worry about before setting off on their round the world adventures. Not me. I never get ill. I've had one sick day in my working life (9 years) and wouldn't have expected anything less…
Things You Need to know before visiting China - Adventure Bagging

29 Things You Need To Know Before Visiting China

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1. There are virtually no signs in English, which makes getting around very difficult. 2. Many Chinese students speak and understand English, so don't be shy - say hello and they will happily chat to you! 3. You'll get stared at. A lot.…