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News Archive August 2010

Japan ‘amazing’ for travellers

Japan ''amazing'' for travellers

Japan’s balance between eastern traditions and western culture makes it an ideal destination for travellers, it has been claimed.Adam Waldock, PR and marketing assistant for travel firm Trailfinde…

Category: Asia
Posted 31 Aug 2010

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Caravanning ‘a green travel option’

Caravanning ''a green travel option''

Buying a caravan can be seen as a lifestyle choice and a “statement of intent”, the editor of CaravanTimes.co.uk has said.Marcus Dubois of the online community explained that caravans are an enviro…

Category: General Travel
Posted 31 Aug 2010

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South India travel growing in popularity

South India travel growing in popularity

India has been a firm favourite for gap year holidays and now the southern part of the country is attracting more visitors than ever before.The beautiful beaches, tropical wildlife, exquisite backw…

Category: Asia
Posted 27 Aug 2010

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Get more for your money in Egypt

Get more for your money in Egypt

Gap year travellers may wish to book some time in Egypt after hearing how the north African country offers good value for money.Khaled Ramy, UK and Ireland director for the Egyptian State Tourist O…

Category: Africa
Posted 27 Aug 2010

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Travellers urged to plan for spending money

Travellers urged to plan for spending money

Budgeting advice is something all gap year travellers need and now one travel expert has listed his top tips for keeping costs down.The first step is to decide where holiday money is going to be sp…

Category: General Travel
Posted 26 Aug 2010

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Australia, Japan ‘best destinations’

Australia, Japan ''best destinations''

Gap year travellers have long been heading to Australia but now a poll has shown that the country is one of the top destinations to visit.The Asia Pacific Travel Intentions Survey 2010 from the Vis…

Category: Australasia
Posted 26 Aug 2010

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How to pack perfectly

How to pack perfectly

Gap year adventurers usually have little luggage but one expert has indicated how travellers can pack even lighter.Michele Betzner, fashion and beauty expert for the HolidayExtras.com Expert Panel,…

Category: General Travel
Posted 25 Aug 2010

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Gap year travellers may benefit from Trans-Asian train

Gap year travellers may benefit from Trans-Asian train

Gap year travellers may soon be able to travel from the UK, right across Europe and onto Asia.The construction of a new rail tunnel under the Bosphorus Sea in Turkey has been planned, the Guardian …

Category: Asia
Posted 25 Aug 2010

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‘Discover yourself’ in India

''Discover yourself'' in India

It’s cliche, but many travellers set off on a gap year with the aim of learning something about themselves while they are away.Particularly for younger travellers who may be unsure of what they wa…

Category: Asia
Posted 25 Aug 2010

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Australia ‘a perennially popular’ gap year destination

Australia ''a perennially popular'' gap year destination

Those wondering where to head on their gap year may have Australia in mind, as the country is “perennially” popular as a travel destination for backpackers.According to Cheapflights.co.uk, students…

Category: Australasia
Posted 25 Aug 2010

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