I’m usually pretty down to avoid getting on a plane. I hate to fly; it freaks me out despite having taken at least over 100 flights in my lifetime. Right in that moment when the wheels break contact with ground, I’m huddled into my (window, duh) seat mimicking fetal position, while the six-year-old kid next to me complains loudly I’m blocking his view.
Punk. Read More
The advantages of choosing to travel by land (or sea) are myriad, whether you’re opting for a car, RV, train or otherwise. Besides the eco-friendly benefits, there are aesthetic and practical reasons to travel by land or sea. In Western Europe, for example, the opportunities to travel by land are all the more expansive because of so many countries being linked together geographically. With so much to see, one of the greatest perks of overland travel becomes obvious – the breathtaking views it affords. Compare that with sleeping through a plane ride! Read More
Planning to pack up and move out for some serious travelling? Looking for ways to minimise your essentials into a small luggage bag so that they can be easily carried? Whether you are planning a road trip on your bike or car, there are a few essential items in the overland travellers tool kit that you’re probably going to want to pack for an emergency free trip. Take a look at DontFlyGo.com’s recommendations. Read More
The holiday season 2012-2013 is the perfect time to see the northern lights as the so called Solar Maximum offers increased chances to spot the aurora borealis this winter. Solar Max happens every 11 years so it’s time to opt for northern lights holidays at one of excellent locations including Iceland, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Canada.
There are many ways to judge a city”s “greenness” as a travel destination. One is to see how much renewable energy it uses. Reykjavik, Iceland, is run almost entirely on sustainable energy sources such as geothermal power and hydrogen. Another is its infrastructure; San Francisco has green buildings, a variety of transportation options and a ban on plastic bags. Yet another is how much you can walk to see all the sights. Though London is huge, you could walk from Buckingham Palace to the British Museum and see the amazing parks and architecture along the way. Read More