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Travellers have always been the targets for frauds and scams. This guide should give you an introduction into what to expect and how to avoid them. Read more >

The Khao San Road in Bangkok, Thailand, is possibly the most famous of all of the backpacker districts in the world. It’s one tiny street bustling with everything to sustain and entertain the backpacker. The old, the young, the travel weary and the fresh-faced traveller all mix together here with experienced local traders and young partying Thais. Read more >

Not too many people are aware that Canada is the second largest country in the world. If you didn’t realise this before arriving, you will certainly realise after travelling across it. Famous for Mounties, bears and maple syrup, travellers flock to Canada to ‘live the dream’ and spend some time living and working in the mountains. Read more >

On my most recent trip to Australia I found myself one day standing in an art gallery, in Alice Springs, in front of a huge pink painting, unlike anything I had seen before on my quest from gallery to gallery, seeking inspiration and some kind of understanding for Aboriginal art. I was blown away by the boldness of the work and felt a draw to know more about this artist and her community. Read more >