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Festivals that have gathered millions of people from around the world partying, drinking and having the time of their lives. But in these festivals, do you sure you can be calm enough to do that? Check out the world’s most famous festivals not for the faint of heart to find out.

Burning Man – Black Rock Desert, Nevada, USA

What a travesty it would be for any traveler to central Africa to skip a safari. 

My adventure to Zambia to visit my daughter Gina in the Peace Corps began in Livingstone, a place best known as the gateway to the incomparable Victoria Falls. Livingstone is also the launch pad for a handful of local ...

You are wondering where to go on holiday? Just come to London and discover many things in this beautiful country.

River Cruises along the Thames   A trip up or down the river gives you an entirely different view of London. You’ll see how the city grew along and around the Thames, and how many of its landmarks turn their faces toward the water. The Thames was London’s first highway.   Thames River Services, Westminster Pier, Victoria Embankment, SW1 (tel. 020/7930-4097; www.westminsterpier.co.uk; Tube: Westminster), ...

Thailand is the travel hub of Southeast Asia. Most people coming into the region fly into Bangkok and make that their base for doing the circuit around the region.

With its lush jungles, famed beaches, world-class diving, amazing food, and cheap prices, Thailand attracts visitors from all walks of life. You can find cheap guesthouses and $10,000 a night resorts in this country – sometimes even next to each other. Travel through Thailand is really easy. The country is a well-worn destination on the backpacking trail and everything is ...

A few months ago, I was wasting time researching on the Internet when I came across a travel blog written by a guy who traveled the world in a wheelchair. For hours, I read his blog, intrigued by what he did. I love when people don’t let their limitations hold them back. I love it when people say “I can” instead of “I can’t”. Cory embodies the ongoing theme on this blog that where there is a will, there is a way. Cory is a guy who wouldn’t let a disability define or confine him.

His is an inspirational story and I was hooked on his blog so I invited Cory to share his story and advice for others who might be in a similar situation and wondering how to make travel happen. Nomadic Matt: Tell everyone about yourself. Cory: My name is Cory Lee and I’m a 25-year-old travel addict, peanut butter connoisseur, and the ...

Malaysia quickly becomes a second home to those who give the warm sun, cultural diversity and friendly locals a chance. Besides its abundance of sightseeing offerings there is so much to do: from day trips to cool hill stations and shopping trips to huge malls to tours of Kuala Selangor (a famous fireflies dwelling) and fish spas.

Local agencies offer various activity tours in and around Kuala Lumpur, but we have discovered that sometimes folks, you just want to do a circuit of the city’s best activity offerings on your own. We decided to compile a list of the Top 10 Activities in KL: highly recommended is a day trip to Genting Highlands to ‘live it ...

I have a plan to go Japan on late of April, That’s peak time for Sakura Blossom and many festival there. But My jobs come early. I can’t wait to long for that So I decide to backpacking alone to Japan^^

I visited Japan a few time but that’s with my job. This is a first time to go there by myself. I find my flight ticket less than a week ( So hurry^^) Then I choose  Cathay Pasific to have one stop at Hong kong. To meet my friend there ...

Do you love to shop? Well, if you’re traveling to 1. Prices and Bargains Before you buy anything, make sure you check and double-check the price. In the major shopping malls (e.g. Takashimaya) – it’s usually safe to assume that prices are fixed. However, if you’re shopping in ‘bargain’ area like the ...

Worrying about your wallet while traveling Melbourne? We give you these top Money saving tips for the best trip of your life.

Get free transportation — A free tourist shuttle bus runs around the city and part of the inner suburbs from 10am to 4pm. Free city circle trams run in both directions around the perimeter of the central business district and through Docklands from 10 am-6 pm at 10 minute intervals. Shop ...

If you are planning to travel Melbourne, you should not miss out these most famous attractions.

1. The Melbourne Visitor Centre The Melbourne Visitor Centre (MVC) is located at Federation Square, opposite Flinders Street Station.  Along with face to face visitor information on Melbourne and Victoria, the centre offers: free brochures and maps guides on events and what’s on public transport information and myki Visitor Packs Best of Victoria – accommodation and tour booking service Best of Souvenirs – quality Melbourne souvenirs ...