Travel

There are tourists and then there are travellers; although these names are sometimes used interchangeably, there are vast differences between the two. While there are no negative connotations associated with both these terms, it is important to learn how a tourist is different from a traveller as it largely affects the manner in which your carry out your travel expeditions. …

You’ve probably heard of frequent flyer programs, but do you know the value of a single airline mile? You might think that the value of each mile is unimportant, and what matters is the number of miles you have. On the contrary, the value of each frequent flyer mile is your door to cheaper flights, exclusive amenities, and sometimes VIP …

When it comes to travelling, everyone talks about the excitement and bliss that comes with this new adventure, but there are also discussions about some of the hardest parts of this activity, especially when it’s about jet lag. According to MedicineNet, jet lag is a “temporary disorder that causes fatigue, insomnia, and other symptoms as a result of air travel …

Here in Britain, we’ve got a rich and varied history, and you can hardly move for museums, notable sites and other historical attractions. Not to mention teashops. And pubs. But we digress… Everyone’s heard of Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge, but we think there are a whole load of lesser-known attractions dotted across our green and pleasant land that can give …

Italy is notable for its stunning food and, especially in Rome, you can enjoy the best selection of regional Italian cuisines. The Eternal City offers an enormous assortment of mouth-watering culinary joys, and there are ristorantes, trattorias, and osterias everywhere. In this sense, choosing a dining option can be tricky when you don’t know the city. To help you make …

Are you planning your upcoming holidays to Morocco? Well, it is a great choice but are you prepared enough to experience this mesmerising land of beauty and culture? In case, you’re still doubtful and stuck at the phase of planning. We are here, offering you an easy way to answer all the troubling questions in your mind. This simple infographic …

Whether you’re a Netflix subscriber, Spotify listener, YouTuber or just want to catch up with your favourite shows on BBC iPlayer, it can be a headache securing a reliable connection to make the most of the services you use at home while travelling the UK. We look at some of the numbers behind touring, streaming services and WiFi and 4G …

Overlanding is a relatively small niche in the travel sector and its popularity growing fast on a yearly basis. We are overlanding geeks who are trying to share the gained knowledge and experience. We are often asked “”What Is Overlanding?””. Overlanding can be defined by comparing it to other types of vehicle based travels, like off-roading or road tripping. The …

Are you more travelled than Queen Elizabeth II? Probably not… Medical Travel Compared have recently created an interactive map of Queen Elizabeth’s travels, so you can find out! The Queen has visited some of the most powerful nations on Earth, as well as some of the tiniest islands of Oceania. As the longest serving British Monarch, and still going strong …

Did you know Queen Elizabeth II has travelled to 110 countries across six continents since she ascended to the throne in 1952? That’s 56% of the entire world! Granted she’s the longest serving British Monarch of all time, but this level of commitment to the representation of the UK overseas is utterly remarkable. And she’s still going strong, as she …