Hydration is an important part of everyday life, and something that cannot be compromised on. This is particularly true when you’re travelling abroad and in hot climates, where more fluids are required to keep you healthy. When travelling, you will quickly become aware of the potential risks of drinking water from contaminated sources. Drinking contaminated […]
We all love a good gadget, and when it comes to travelling there are lots of great accessories out there to make your life easier. Gadgets for men are often easier to find but what about women? We’ve put together a list of travel accessories for women, including security accessories and health products, all of […]
When it comes to buying a backpack for travelling, it can be difficult to know where to start. You probably have a number of questions going around your head such as “do I need an adjustable back system?”, “which size backpack should I buy?” and finally, “what is the difference between unisex and women’s backpacks?” […]
The Vango Planet sleeping bag range has proven a hit with our customers over the years, and Vango have certainly upped their game with their 2015 model. Although they’ve kept all the key features from the previous model, the 2015 version comes with two main changes in the form of upgraded anti-microbial and insect repellent […]
If you’re trying to decide which travel towel to buy for your gap year, you’ll probably find yourself faced with a wide range of options from suede-feel softfibre to microfibre towels that feel more like the ones you use at home…but which towel is the best option for you and your destination? We’ve put together a […]
If you see yourself as a bit of an adventure junkie, you’ll probably plan on taking part in some more adventurous activities during your gap year that take you off the beaten track. If this is the case, you’ll need to ensure that you have all the essential equipment for these activities, whether you’re trekking […]
They may not be the trendiest travel accessory, but money belts really are a traveller’s best friend. Especially if you’re travelling to pick-pocket hot spots. With so many different styles of money belt available, it can be hard to know which one to buy, so we’ve put together a list of 5 of the best […]
Part of being a traveller is packing like a traveller. The newbies to the scene are often easy to spot – bent in half by their enormous backpacks as they drag along another bag or two. At the other end of the scale is the guy who is carrying one small duffel bag and is […]
Backpacking means travelling light, so there really isn’t room to pack all your toiletries & hygiene accessories from home when you’re heading off on your gap year! What if you’re unable to find shampoo and shower gel when you reach your destination? This is unlikely in most countries, but in remote areas you certainly won’t find […]
When you’re shopping for gap year travel gear you will probably come across a few products and think…”what’s the point in that?!” For some products you’re probably right in thinking they’d serve no purpose during your trip and would end up being a waste of your limited travel budget, but we’re here to explain the practicality […]