Pablo Escobar and Hacienda Napoles - Medellin, Colombia

Pablo Escobar: The Curious Story Of Hacienda Nápoles And The Hippos

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I loved travelling around Colombia. Along with Brazil, the country loves to party. They have a great culture, and the people are incredibly friendly. They have the Caribbean Coast, incredible coffee and some of the freshest fruit you…
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…
iPhone photography - Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Using Your iPhone For Travel Photography

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Picture the scene. I'm in the Colombian jungle, in the Tayrona National Park, the weather is hot and sticky, and the clouds have rolled in. The group I am travelling with are about to set off on a one hour hike to get to our camp, and spend…
Simon skiing in Mayrhofen & the Zillertal Valley

Skiing In The Zillertal – Exploring Mayrhofen, Austria

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There's a certain je ne sais quoi when it comes to skiing in Austria. Compared to the intensive French and Swiss resorts, Austria is just very....laid back, local...and authentic. Well, that's what I was thinking when a baby calf was licking…
Simon Heyes - skiing in Germany on the Zugspitze

Cheap Skiing In Germany: The Zugspitze

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I've visited Munich several times over the last few years, mainly for work. I saw a lot of the airport, hotels, a few bars, and our old Munich office. So when I saw BA Reward Flights to Munich over New Year, I decided it was time to see the…
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.…
Hiking The Fox Glacier - New Zealand

Hiking The Fox Glacier In New Zealand

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I love the outdoors. Since I was young I've been riding bikes, running around, climbing mountains, and generally trying my hand at any outdoor activity I could. Safe to say, New Zealand was my outdoor playground mecca. After visiting…
Hong Kong Foodie Tasting Tour - Adventure Bagging

A Foodie Tour Around Hong Kong

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Picture the scene. I've been delayed by 4 hours at Shanghai airport. This means I land into Hong Kong at 3am. I'm tired after my 21 hour journey....from Auckland. I pass through immigration, and head to the trains. The trains don't run until…