The Travel Pocket Guide - Autumn 2017

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We are SUPER excited to welcome you to the very rst edition of The Travel Pocket Guide aka TPG! Published seasonally, our digital magazine offers readers travel tips, reviews, news and deals from our partners, providing you with savings so you can spend more on your holiday! Not bad huh? It's responsive design means you can view and read it at ease regardless of the device you're using and if you are likely to have WIFI issues due to travelling, simply download the magazine so you can read it at your leisure - plus it's free! You can also check out our website for exciting video reviews, tonnes of travel deals, news, tips and experiences from fellow travellers. Head on over to TheTravelPocketGuide.com and don't forget to subscribe and follow us on socials for all the latest tips and offers.

In this rst issue we caught up with the hilarious Karl Pilkington who shares his travel experiences with us and moans about why jellyysh are the reason we have to pay for carrier bags. Asides from Karl's gripes, we also caught up with Emily Tear about her life changing trip to Nepal and beauty blogger and entrepreneur Em Sheldon talks about travelling around the world and shares her top blogging tips.

Also inside: budget holidays, top 5 Euro breaks for 2018, safety tips for solo travellers, amazing scuba diving spots, top party destinations, BH Mallorca review and a Q&A with Ibiza rep Jordan Davies from Ibiza Weekender on ITV2.

Don't forget to check out our website, follow us on all the socials and if you are a traveller who enjoys writing about your experiences, or enjoys sharing your trips via short videos then get in touch! We are working hard to create a network of people who have travel stories to share so please do get in contact, we're just an email away!

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EURO BREAKS

PARTY DESTINATIONS

HELLO NEPAL

TOP SCUBA DIVING SPOTS

5 DAYS IN LANZAROTE

INSIDE: TOKYO

BH MALLORCA

EM SHELDON Q&A

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The average daily cost in Nepal for essentials such as accommodation, food, and travel is roughly ÂŁ15, with basic rooms pricing as little as ÂŁ1 per night. Prices increase the higher up the mountain you go as resources need to be transported further. Other than that, a couple of pounds from your pocket will keep you well fed, hydrated, and entertained with guided tours on one of the most beautiful scenic countries in the world.

One of the world’s most unspoilt countries. Flights are expensive wherever you go, but in Vietnam that doesn’t matter because you can live a luxurious lifestyle there for as little as £10 a day. That includes your accommodation, food, transport, and a good time!

Did you know a pint of Vietnam’s most popular brew costs just 50p?

With activities such as guided cruises across Halong Bay, scuba diving lessons, and dining in caves, you’ll always have something exciting to see and do!

People who have previously visited said they could survive a day easily on £25. You can explore the islands and cities as bus transportation is as little as £1, and you can grab yourself a luxury private room for a fiver a night in some locations.

Food in Thailand is fresh and organic, as fish is often caught locally and all fruit and vegetables are grown just around the corner – simply put aside a few pounds per day to keep yourself well fed and your energy levels up!

In Malaysia, you can easily thrive on £25 per day. This includes accommodation, food, drink, transport, and activities. It’s a wonderfully diverse country, popular among travellers who want to see what beauty our planet has to offer. If you enjoy drinking a lot of alcohol on holiday, you might want to pick another destination considering 60% of the country’s population is Muslim - so alcohol is very expensive and not served in many places.

The land of a thousand temples, kind hearted locals, and tranquil scenery. Bali is becoming increasingly popular among western travellers and is one of the cheapest holiday destinations.

To keep your belly full for a day in Bali, you only need to put aside a little bit of money as a meal from street vendors will cost no more than £1 or so. Accommodation is cheap, and a luxury room can be purchased for around £20 a night or less. Transport is similar to Vietnam’s pricing and you can even hire your own personal driver for small sums of money.

Publishing a Amazing Maui | TPG

Watch Tom Ross' amazing video from his trip to Maui, an island in the Central Pacific, part of the Hawaiian archipelago. During the trip, they stayed in a condo in Wailea. The time lapses were shot at Haleakalā National Park, home to the dormant Haleakalā Volcano and endangered Hawaiian geese.

Dry Tortugas National Park | TPG

“The Yankee Freedom will take you to the peaceful National Park where you can do snorkeling, kayaking and exploring Fort Jefferson. You should absolutely make camping reservations!

It's a unique feeling to sleep on an island without civilization and you will be blown away by all the stars you see at night!” Filmed by Natalia Komor.

Fun in the Maldives | TPG

The Maldives is a tropical nation in the Indian Ocean composed of 26 ring-shaped atolls, which are made up of more than 1,000 coral islands.

Marie and Lea guide us through their Maldives adventure using a Go Pro. See the Indian Ocean marine life, ocean water sports, and all-round happiness in paradise!

Dominican Republic | TPG

Oliver Gisin, his girlfriend Debby and friends explored the beautiful Punta Cana, a town in the Dominican Republic, and a region known for its 32km stretch of beaches and clear waters. Here's a video documenting their lovely memories and experiences.

new video everyday Southern Utah | TPG

Filmed by the extremely talented filmmaker Parker Walbeck, owner of fulltimefilmmaker.com, this great video takes you through Southern Utah, a western U.S. state defined by its vast expanses of desert and the Wasatch Range mountains.

El Nido, Palawan | TPG

El Nido is a Philippine municipality on Palawan island. It’s known for white-sand beaches, coral reefs and as the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago, a group of islands with steep karst cliffs.

Here's an incredible montage from Merr Watson's unforgettable trip to El Nido, Palawan, one of the most beautiful islands in the world!

South Cambodia | TPG

Adam Brazier and his girlfriend finished their trip to Cambodia by heading south through Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville to Otres Beach where they spent a few nights and went on the '3 island' boat tour (including Banana Beach). From there they got the ferry over to Koh Rong where they spent their days on the beautiful beaches.

Jamaica | TPG

Jamaica, a Caribbean island nation, has a lush topography of mountains, rainforests and reef-lined beaches. Here's Austin Delin's mesmerizing montage video from his trip to Jamaica, giving us a snapshot into the beautiful Jamaican coast, waterfalls, cliffs, wildlife and culture.

Publishing a Feeding Deer in Japan | TPG U.S Navy and travel vlogger Jose spent the day feeding deer in Nara Park, a public park located in the city of Nara, Japan, at the foot of Mount Wakakusa, established in 1300s and one of the oldest parks in Japan.

1 Week in Cuba | TPG "Visiting Cuba was one of the greatest adventures I've ever experienced. Havana is a city locked in time and is incredible. There is something about the unknown that makes a destination more enticing to travel to." Created

by Park Creative Films.

Egypt | TPG Content kindly provided by Desjash of a trip to Cairo, Luxor, Assuan & Eyn el Sokhna. Egypt is a country linking northeast Africa with the Middle East. Millennia-old monuments sit along Nile River Valley, including Giza's colossal Pyramids and Great Sphinx.

Maldives | TPG Put simply (on his own website), Paul Toma likes to travel, shoot video and take pictures.

And why not indeed! With some amazing footage we're pleased to be able to share Paul's amazing footage with you, this video specifically being shot in the Maldives!

new video everyday South Africa Road Trip | TPG The unimaginable diversity of culture and terrain gives South Africa its nickname of 'The Rainbow Nation'. It's a nation of immense pride with a unique history. Here is Mike & Frances' journey through Kruger National Park and the Western Cape in April 2017.

California Dreams | TPG Adventures from when the very talented filmmaker Thomas Alex Norman visited California, who said "LA, the OC and Vegas was all pretty surreal to me, and I wanted to make a video that feels a little bit like a dream." Check out our channel for more of his adventures including Komodo and Thailand!

Drone Hiking - Europe | TPG Simon Straetker and his girlfriend travelled around Europe. Their journey took them from Ă–tztal in the Austrian Alps to the National Park Berchtesgaden in Southern Germany. They also visited Triglav National Park in Slovenia and Hardanger Fjord in Norway.

Animals & Wildlife | TPG Filmed by Fred Bouchal Films, this amazing Ultra HD / 4k video showcases beautiful animals in natural surroundings including: bears, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, birds, lizards, meerkats and many more.

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Former Leeds University Broadcast Journalism student Emma Sheldon has travelled around the world, blogging all things fashion, beauty and lifestyle. We caught up with the Leeds lass to talk about her inspiring blogging career to date, top tips for bloggers and what she has planned for the future.

You started your blog, ‘Emtalks’ in 2012. For those that don’t know, what’s it all about? Emtalks is basically like a lifestyle bible with everything from fitness tips, to style, to beauty and then lots of travel thrown in there too.

How did you get into blogging? I actually started my blog in order to get onto my degree but then realised it was a huge passion and continued it!

Your blog has gone on to win Cosmopolitan’s best newcomer award and has also been featured in magazines such as Grazia, Metro and Instyle! Did you ever imagine it would be this successful? I really never imagined it but I am so proud.

I still feel like I have a long way to go but it’s all very exciting!

You do a lot of travelling don’t you - where’s the best place you have been? I’d have to say Vietnam - it was just so different to anywhere else I’ve ever been. It was authentic and there were hardly any tourists either!

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If you love something, “write about it and eventually an audience will come! “ We figured you were the perfect person to ask... so, do you have any tips for aspiring bloggers? My biggest tip is just keep writing, if you love something, write about it and eventually an audience will come!

As well as blogging, you also own an accessories store called LVNDR. What made you decide to open your own business? I’ve always wanted to own a store and it’s great that the internet has allowed that to happen.

LVNDR is fresh, affordable fashion and accessories and I just think it brings all my passions together; social media, buying, fashion, selling and marketing!

LVNDR won the Sir Peter Thompson enterprise award. How did it feel to win such an award and did winning

help you start up the shop? It was absolutely incredible to win the award, I cried so much when I found out as I honestly never expected it.

Winning really helped us get going with everything!

You sell jewellery and clothes on LVNDR. How do you decide which items you want to feature on the site and where do you get your inspiration in fashion from? I choose everything that’s featured on the site and I get my inspiration from kind of Boho summer days, that’s the kind of look we’re going for! Think pretty, floaty, easy to wear and versatile!

Your mum and brother help out with the store. Do you like that it’s a bit of a family affair?! I love that it’s a family affair - we work together so well as a team!

As if writing a blog and having your own store wasn’t enough, you also somehow find the time to model Adidas’ AW collection! What’s it like working with them and how regularly do you work out? Haha, thank you - so kind! It is amazing working with Adidas, they’re just the coolest company and their fashion and sports pieces are so on point.

I cannot get enough, my life at the moment is just Adidas Adidas! I try to work out at least 4 times a week but even if it’s just taking the stairs instead of the lift, it’s better than nothing!

What has been your biggest achievement to date? Ah, tough one! It’s a tossup between landing the Adidas campaign, winning the

Cosmopolitan Best Newcomer award and winning the Sir Peter Thompson enterprise award!

Who inspires you? My mum, every single day - she is the strongest, bravest most genuine person you will ever meet. She works incredibly hard and puts everyone first before herself.

You must have already achieved a number of your personal goals, but do you have anything else you’d really like to do in the future? I would really love to continue working with incredible brands, hopefully raise the bar with LVNDR too and then naturally keep growing my blog!

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As bizarre as it sounds, I share my birthday at the very end of May with my partner and we wanted to celebrate it in style, somewhere hot, relaxed and not too far from the UK. Lanzarote was our nal choice of destination, and what an excellent decision it was! We booked via On the Beach and stayed in Sol Lanzarote (an all inclusive 4* hotel), located in Matagorda, literally right next to Matagorda beach and only 200m from the shopping centre. The transfer only took about 10 minutes as the hotel is just 5km from Lanzarote airport.

Upon entering the hotel lobby area, it’s obvious the place is well kept and clean.

The staff were friendly and we were checked-in, and in our room within minutes, and WOW, what a room it was! Should you decide to visit Sol Lanzarote, I would most certainly recommend room number 1405. It’s a double room (massive bed) situated in the middle of a semicircle of apartments, which overlook the pool with see views literally footsteps away. Plus, it’s located on the top oor so you really do get fantastic balcony sea views. The lift is directly outside, outsid however, you don’t hear much noise and when you do it’s not often.

The room was very big, had a safe, fridge, plasma LED TV, large wardrobe space, a private bathroom with shower/bath and of course the balcony with sea views.

The pool area got quite busy and often towels were placed on sun beds quite early in the morning where people were reserving them. But there’s lots of loungers around and always seemed to be some available when we wanted them. The pool had 3 sections one of which was a smaller pool for children.

There’s outside entertainchild ment at times during the day, plus a pool table, and of course the bar where you can grab free alcohol and food. There’s also a lunch BBQ which is amazing, and continually topped up with a selection of freshly cooked meat.

Whilst the pool was amazing, we took full advantage of the fact the beach was a 5 second walk away, and spent most of our time there, sunbathing and swimming in the sea, whilst drinking unlimited supplies of Prosecco, which you can take from the bar to the beach, but don’t forget your room access card because you need that to get back in to the pool area when returning from the beach.

The main restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with seating areas in and outside and we always sat on the outside decking overlooking such beautiful beach and sea views, beneath palm trees in the sunshine – bliss. The Sol Lanzarote hotel has different evening entertainment and we saw a magician who was excellent, and amenco dancing. There’s a few local bars around but it’s pretty quiet in the evenings compared with some of the other places I’ve visited, which again, is what we wanted.

There’s a variety of excursions available where you can spend the day at Aquapark, go on a hiking tour around Lanzarote Volcano, visit Fuerteventura, go on a boat with a good chance of seeing wild dolphins, go bird watching, visit Teguise Market and more. Due to the fact our holiday was quite short, we only managed to t in one excursion and took the Short South Tour – it cost 25 Euros per person and was well worth it! A coach picked us up a short walk away from the hotel and we made our way up the hills deep into the mountains and volcanoes into Timanfaya National Park whilst the tour guide explained interesting facts about the area, stopping off at various points along the way.

There’s an optional camel ride at the rst stop point, which costs around 6 Euros per person.

Each camel carries two people, one on each side – we had a lovely experience.

Later in the trip you get to stop and see the geezers and visit a restaurant that cooks it’s food gee from the heat of the volcano!

Another stop off at a wine distillery for some wine tasting, then a local cafe where you can have coffee and cake, before making your way back to the hotel. The trip lasts for a good few hours and is well worth the money.

We had such an amazing time and would most certainly return. If you are looking for bars, clubs and a wild nightlife, this is not the place for you, nig however if you’re looking for a chilled place to go, with good food, nice weather, all inclusive and family friendly, then I would thoroughly recommend you consider Sol Lanzarote.

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2018 Who doesn’t love treating themselves to a nice little holiday in the New Year? The majority of us work hard for the majority of the year, so the least we deserve is a nice getaway break to soak up the sights, culture, (possibly sun) and fun that a few days elsewhere has to offer. From nestling your toes into the golden laced beaches along the coasts, to gazing at the wonderful architecture, holidays and travel are the only way to open your mind to the world today.

So here at TPG, we’ve devised a list of five Euro breaks that you shouldn’t be missing out on in your lifetime, and here are the reasons why...

Prague, Czech Republic The famous Czech city of Prague has built a bit of a reputation for being a British tourist capital for Stag and Hen do’s in current times, but it’s not all booze, partying and madness, as the city has so much more to offer. Yes, it may be one of the cheapest places to eat and drink in the world (with home brew larger at 80p a pint and a proven record of cheap meals), but if you ever go, you’ll see the true picturesque style of this cute location. In a perfect contrast between new and old, the city centre boasts a medieval style castle, a cathedral and an array of shops, not forgetting it has one of the best zoos in the world too. So, if you’re looking for a good time, choose Prague, for both culture and partying.

Dublin, Ireland Not only is this the capital of the Republic of Ireland, but this four leaf clover is also the biggest city in the country too. Love Guinness in England?

Then you’ll adore it in Dublin, as the home of the black stuff is certified in producing the most velvety, heaven like taste, and what’s more, you can even visit where they brew the booze in the official Guinness stonehouse (be warned, you may never want to drink Guinness on English soil again after the Irish experience). Being bordered by the glistening sapphire sea, this gem is only a pebble’s throw away from England and Wales, and with such a beautiful place on your doorstep, you shouldn’t be missing out on the Dublin experience.

From outstanding food, to proper pubs, and great shopping, Dublin has something for everyone.

Amsterdam, THE Netherlands

Art, museums, clubs, nightlife, amazing food and welcoming nationals; I don’t think there is one thing that Amsterdam doesn’t have on the ‘Great Holiday Guide’. Possibly the best time to visit is on King’s Day in April, where the city comes alive in a sea of orange - the Dutch go crazy in a hurrah of celebration where they express their culture. Not only this, but Amsterdam is the only place in the world where you’ll see double the amount of bicycles to people (and that’s not even an exaggeration), and with that, the locals are super fit, super friendly and super economical. The narrow roads and rustic buildings make for a maze like eye-opener, and down the lanes you’ll find awesome street food such as fries, pancakes and waffles, as well as superb shopping too! Just make sure you don’t get lost.

Moscow, Russia In a landscape that looks like it’s fresh from a Disney set, Moscow is the single most mesmerising place in Europe for architecture. St. Basil’s Cathedral will leave you taking pictures and snapchatting for hours, as the colourful structure seems as though it’s been plucked from a fairytale. As well as being one of the cheaper places in Europe, Moscow has the quirkiest of attractions, as they have a famous ice sculpture adventure with a crazy amount of statues to behold. Fancy a trip to the brilliant GUM store (one of Europe’s largest department stores)?

Then head on the famous metro and shop until you drop! Let’s not forget to taste the Russian’s renowned vodka too.

Barcelona, Spain

Beautiful Barcelona, what a prestigious location!

Where do we start? From having easily the world’s best football team, FC Barcelona, to having the most picturesque cathedral ever, Barca is THE go-to place in Europe. They have glorious, crisp beaches, roof top views that you’d struggle to see anywhere else, Michelin star restaurants, fun bars, massive clubs; you name it, they’ve got it. Settle yourself down in the afternoon with a perfect Spanish siesta and soak up the nightlife with a sip of sangria, this is a must every few years! To top off the experience, you’re guaranteed warm weather too, so what’s not to like?

So, there you have it. Pick your favourite from those five, for your break of a lifetime this 2018, or run with your own holiday choice. All you’ll need is a passport, a few clothes and a pocket of money, and you could make some memories that’ll last forever. Europe has more to offer than you’d expect, so get out and see what is truly on your doorstep.

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HELLO NEPAL Meet Emily Tear. She’s been travelling around the world for many years and has certainly seen some sights! Her adventures pan across a large variety of destinations including Morocco, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and many European countries as well. Emily’s most recent trip landed her in a remote village in Nepal, way up high in the Himalayas where she volunteered for a charity helping with local projects. We caught up with Emily to talk about her amazing, life-changing experiences in this beautiful place, the culture differences and why she believes travelling is the best decision you can ever make.

What made you decide to visit Nepal over other places? I was initially attracted by its great beauty. I loved the attitude of the people with their great respect for their environment and their Buddhist culture.

Realistically, how much money do you need to travel to somewhere like Nepal for a few weeks? Firstly you need to fund the airfare which is approx. £500 return. The charity I worked for organised local accommodation for me. However if you stayed in a guest house, with a basic shower and private W/C, you would be expected to pay approx. £5-7 per night. Food is very cheap, only £3-4 for a full blown curry with all the extras, but remember these people are virtually all vegetarians so there is always plenty of eggs and fresh bread to be had. A couple of £’s for a local beer will see you through, although the cost of wine and spirits is through the roof. Travelling with the locals is a cost effective way of getting around Nepal. At most you’d pay £5 to travel from A to B on a local bus. Many places are only accessible by foot. The whole trip, living within your means, and not being extravagant, could cost you no more than £700.

How would you describe the culture over there? Very different from ours! Please remember my thoughts were formed prior to the devastating earthquake, but these are my lingering memories. As I walked through the valleys I would hear teenage girls, singing along hilariously to the love ballads from

the 80’s - despite not being able to speak a word of English, their singing was perfect. There were the men who searched in vain for an odd job by day and told never-ending stories and riddles as the sun went down and the rain began to fall on the banana leaves. There were young women, who painted their toenails rose red and drowned themselves in shiny, heavy gold bangles and wore the most vibrant and colourful dresses.

Stern middle-aged women who wouldn’t let me leave their houses without admiring the blondeness of my hair and the paleness of my skin. There were young children who washed their uniforms and white socks every evening by hand, rhythmically working the detergent into a noisy foam in the fresh spring water. In the towns, roads would be crammed with local buses, inexplicably playing a squealing, mechanical

version of what I could only class as a horn but yet was repeated five to six times over. You learned to ignore this after a while, the same way you would tune out the over-enthusiastic and confused roosters that crowed at 3a.m. There were the families who finished each day no further ahead than they had begun it and then, at night, sat on the floor and intently tucked into their Dahl Bat curry under candlelight. Their dreams were of an alternate world, where the righteous are rewarded, and they thought ahead into a future that might, against all odds, hold promise.

What did the culture differences teach you? The generosity of the people, who had so little to give

was overwhelming. They showed unlimited kindness and love between family and friends. Everyone was an equal regardless of their class, wealth, job or home circumstances.

What’s your best memory from your time in Nepal? I want you to understand that there is poverty in this country, but there is also a greatness of love. I was overwhelmed with the kindness the Nepalase families showed me. The natural beauty of the Himalayas is an amazing backdrop to everyday life.

Looking back, would you have done anything different? Nothing at all. I’ve been blessed enough to travel a lot of this world, from

What would be your top piece of advice to someone considering a travelling excursion? Keep an open mind. This isn’t a package holiday, and it’s not going to be easy adjusting to a culture that hasn’t been polluted by western ways. Take in the beauty of the country, do not hurry and let the people teach you some of the most valuable life lessons you could Have you got the travel bug, ever take on. I recommend a trip like and if so will you be jetting off to this to anyone, if you truly need to anywhere else soon? I was born find yourself and take some time out with the bug, and long may my from the mundane controlled world adventures continue! I will soon be that we live in today. Buy that ticket, heading back to sunny Australia, and adventure into the unknown. then hopefully setting off to do some Trust me, it will be the best decision more volunteering projects in Fiji you will ever make. and the Cook Islands. backpacking to 5 star all-inclusive resorts. But the most fulfilling and euphoric journey of them all will always be Nepal, with the beauty being so raw and the generosity and love from the people, even in the desperate aftermath of the earthquake. Unforgettable beyond words.

Travelling alone can be a very rewarding experience.

You are on your own watch, doing what you want, when you want to do it. There’s no compromising at all because the only person you have to please is yourself.

You hear stories about solo backpackers that have got caught out when travelling alone. Often it will be your family that are worrying more than you, but there are some things you can do to make sure you are safe when travelling solo.

Be Social First of all, when you are backpacking it is very unlikely you will be alone for long. You are going to be meeting fellow travellers along the way who are in the same boat as you, who fancy a chat and a companion. We always hear about people who met whilst travelling and stuck with them for a few months because they have got on so well. Although you’re travelling alone, it’s still good to be social. Get chatting to people you meet because you never know where it will lead you. Just make sure you have your wits about you, and if you think someone’s a bit dodgy, steer clear.

Do your research Be respectful of the country you are visiting. You should do your research before travelling so that you know what to expect when you arrive at your destination. Be wary of your behaviour and dress, this applies to both men and women. You don’t want to draw negative attention to yourself because it could put you in a bad situation. Don’t go wearing yellow for instance if you’re travelling in parts of Malaysia - in 2011, the government decided it was illegal to wear yellow, as it was the colour of a certain group of activists!

There are hundreds of unusual laws around the world so researching the places you’re planning on travelling to is very important. You will be able to make the most of your travel experience if you can blend in with different cultures and really soak up the atmosphere.

Stay Savvy Just because you are having a great experience, does not mean you should lose your common sense. If anything, you should really heighten your common sense in an unfamiliar place. Stay alert and keep your wits about you. Before you arrive in a new destination, try and book at least your first night in a hotel or hostel, especially if you are arriving at night. Anyway, you will really appreciate having a room all sorted so you can just fall into bed, rather than hunting around after a long day (or days!) travelling.

Pack Wisely Having a light backpack is surely the dream for all travellers? Then leave all your expensive stuff at home! Get yourself a cheap camera and phone before you travel so that your posh gadgets aren’t tempting any potential criminals out there. Backpackers abroad are seen as easy targets as they usually carry cash and can seem like they aren’t vigilant to their surroundings. Don’t let that be you!

Learn The Lingo Learning the basic words for each of the countries you visit will really help you a lot, and shows the locals that you are embracing their culture. Learn the key words such as: hello, thank you, please, yes and no! Learning to say “no” is more important than you might think. If travelling alone in the more hospitable cultures, you may find that you get a lot of attention which can become very intense. Foreign travellers are often approached for a number of reasons and learning to say “no” can get you out of awkward situations.

Get Insurance Make sure your insurance covers you for all eventualities and also put your insurance company’s number in a safe place so that you can contact them. There will be British Embassies abroad which will be able to help you if you need assistance. The website www.gov.uk has a guide about supporting British nationals abroad and how the government is able to help you.

Have Fun If you’re going travelling, either alone or in a group, this might be the one and only time in your life that you will get to see so much of the world. So wherever you go and whatever you do, have fun!

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BARRACUDA POINT

Located on the Sipadan Island in Malaysia is the popular diving spot, Barracuda Point. Divers are guaranteed to see a large variety of marine life including white-tip sharks, the bumphead parrot fish, green and hawksbill turtles, and of course the barracuda. July and August are the best times to visit this underwater paradise and diving should be booked well in advance.

AMBERGRIS CAYE

Belize is home to the second largest reef on the planet after The Great Barrier Reef. The waters teem with marine life including hammerheads and rays, and the shallow diving depths make visibility stupendous for observing the diversity of sea creatures. The famous Blue Hole, which has a depth of 350ft, can also be explored here for the more daring divers.

BAA ATOLL

Located in The Maldives, this diving spot is home to some of the planet’s most incredible marine creatures including the whale shark, manta rays, green and hawksbill turtles, and the honeycomb moray eel. It’s the location of Dr. Guy Steven’s Manta Trust which has featured in numerous TV documentaries including BBC Natural World Special. Divers have the opportunity here to see aggregations of up to 150 rays.

SILFRA

The Silfra dive offers divers the opportunity to explore the depths between the American and Eurasian continental plates – the only place on the planet where this kind of dive is possible. With visibility spectacular seeing across the 120m stretch, this is the kind of dive that shouldn’t be looked over. You will need a diving guide to accompany you on this incredible experience.

TRUK LAGOON

Located in Micronesia, a Japanese fleet sunk in this lagoon back in 1944 and has been frozen in time ever since. The underwater museum consists of skeletons and fighter planes which can be seen by snorkelers but diving is recommended if you wish to get the full experience. Boat tours fill up quickly so be sure to book in advance.

THE GREAT BARRIER REEF

The largest and most popular diving spot in the world. The Great Barrier Reef is famous for its diversity of sea life; home to over 600 types of coral, 1,625 species of fish, 33 species of whales and dolphins, and 133 varieties of sharks and rays. With crystal blue waters and more than 100 islands to explore, The Great Barrier Reef is a dive everyone, regardless of experience, should participate in at some point in their life.

It’s a difficult task introducing this man. His deadpan style and rather bizarre observations have led to such claims that he is the ‘funniest man in Britain’, all without knowing so and certainly without trying. The hit TV series, ‘An Idiot Abroad’ propelled this once simple guy into the realms of superstardom, reluctantly travelling the world and entertaining us on his way, all thanks to partners in crime Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant.

Ladies and gentlemen, without further ado, we introduce to you the one and only Karl Pilkington. There really is only one.

Hi Karl, how are you? I’m alright.

What have you been up to? I’ve just been picking at a rack bolt on my back door for nearly two hours. It broke whilst it was locked so I’d just been picking at that with a bent coat hanger. Managed to open it though so saved myself about £90 by not calling out a locksmith. Well pleased.

Have you been stopped in your tracks by anything recently? Not by a cow in the middle of the road, but something that’s left you thinking. That story about the Chinese fella with a nose growing on his forehead caught my eye. It’s the sort of look I used to give my Mr Potatohead toy when I was a kid.

Did you enjoy making the TV series ‘The Moaning of Life’? What’s it all about? It’s about life’s big topics. Marriage, having kids, how to be happy and dealing with death. I enjoyed it more than doing ‘An Idiot Abroad’ as Ricky and Steve aren’t involved in this one so I got to stay at posher hotels. I stayed in some hotels that left chocolates on the pillow. If that had happened in one of the hotels Ricky and Steve put me in it’s cos the place didn’t have a cleaner and it had been left behind by the last scruffy guest.

As you have travelled around the world so much and encountered many different experiences, does anything faze you anymore? Just when I think I’ve seen it all, something crops up that I find mental. In the death episode [The Moaning of Life] I had to help prepare a dead woman for her funeral and also remove a corpse from a grave in the Philippines. It doesn’t always have to be that extreme, I saw a photo of a big coconut crab climbing a bin the other day. Looked well weird.

What have been your favourite places to visit whilst on your travels? Probably India. As much as it does my head in, and I always get ill, I’d say it’s a place that is worth witnessing. You don’t have to book any trips, just sit on a street corner and watch what is going on around you. It all seems normal until you take time to study what is going on. I liken it to that scene in Total Recall where it’s the future and everything seems familiar but then Arnie meets a woman with three breasts. That would happen in India if you hung around long enough.

You have a book accompanying the TV series (The Moaning of Life). How do you find the process of writing a book? It’s the hardest thing I do. I shouldn’t really be writing books. I’ve written more books than I have read. People seem to like them though so it makes all the hard work worthwhile. I’m slow on a keyboard too, so slow that a lot of the time I’ve forgotten what I wanted to write. My spelling isn’t good either, sometimes even spellcheck can’t work out what I’m trying to say. It’s like I’m giving spellcheck a little countdown conundrum.

What are the positives and negatives of working with Ricky and Stephen?

Like with any mates there’s always positives and negatives. They’ve changed everything I suppose. In the same way that I’m here cos my Mum and Dad had me, I’m here doing this job cos of Ricky and Steve.

In both cases I didn’t ask for either and now I have to deal with it. Both cases happened by accident too.

It would be good if you could send Ricky and Stephen off on tasks for a change, don’t you think? Yeah, when Ricky mentioned about doing An Idiot Abroad 3, I said it would be good to have company, meaning him or Steve should come along. He ended up sending me off with Warwick Davis who was an Ewok in Star Wars, so he says.

You once did a photo shoot with Ricky for Shortlist Magazine where they made you wear women’s tights and knickers. Have you had any other embarrassing photo shoots? Listen, you’ve got the story wrong. I didn’t wear knickers,

“If it wasn’t for jellyfish, we probably wouldn’t have to pay for carrier bags.”

it was just tights and I didn’t have a problem with that. It was the fact I had to take them off some woman who was working at the photo shoot as someone forgot to buy me a pair. They were still bloody warm! It was odd at the end of the shoot handing them back to her.

in South Africa and it was shocking. I was staying in a little caravan at the time and didn’t have the proper equipment, so I had to cook toast on a gas hob. I gave him some wriggly worms as a starter.

The best thing about living in the UK: I know my way about and everyone I know The best film you’ve watched at the lives here. cinema: I’m not a cinema goer. The last time I went was about eight years ago to The worst thing about living in the UK: see King Kong. I get fidgety and I don’t like Everyone I know lives here. the smell of hot dogs. The film that comes to mind is ‘The Cat From Outer Space’. It was The best animal: The sloth. Even if it isn’t the first film my dad took me to see. I seem the best, it’ll be asleep most of the time so it wouldn’t bother me. to remember enjoying it.

The worst animal: The jellyfish. Ever since I was stung by one. It’s their fault that we’re being charged for carrier bags too as turtles eat jellyfish, and now we’re choking turtles as they think the carrier bags that are left to float about in the seas are The best album you own: Best of Elvis jellyfish and go to eat them. If it wasn’t for jellyfish, we probably wouldn’t have to pay probably. for carrier bags.

The worst album you own: I don’t think The best place you’ve been to the I own a bad one. toilet: Japan’s toilets are impressive…

The best meal you’ve cooked: I did a when they work. They have all sorts of setBarnsley Chop with veg and mash a couple tings and buttons. But I had a problem with of weeks ago when Suzanne was away. It the one in my room when I was in Tokyo. I was pretty good. Normally when I cook couldn’t turn the heated seat off. Rooms there’s something that isn’t good but I in Tokyo are tiny so it was baking. I don’t nailed everything. I normally struggle with understand why the seat had a setting that potatos. They always taste of soil when I was so hot. I could have dried socks on it. cook them but I even got them sorted. I’m good at doing fried eggs. The trick is to use Worst place you’ve been to the toilet: a spoon to pop a bit of hot fat on the top Egypt. It’s a long story. I had bad guts, was locked in a toilet with no paper and no of the egg. signal to get help. You’ll have to read ‘Idiot Travel Diaries’ for the full details, The worst meal you’ve cooked: I had Abroad buy that when you buy my book to cook a meal for the King of a Zulu tribe maybe ‘The Moaning of Life’.

The worst film: King Ralph in about 1991.

It was really bad. I remember wishing it was a silent movie cos at least then I could have just closed my eyes. It was that bad that I left.

The main reason people don’t take a chance at travelling is because they are afraid they can’t afford it. But travelling doesn’t require you to save up for years on end just to travel to a handful of locations; most travellers make their money whilst they are travelling.

Teaching

Schools all over Thailand, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam (+ many more) are looking for English speaking teachers. You don’t even need to be certified, just good with children and trustworthy. There are also many volunteer opportunities in schools that let you work in return for food and accommodation.

Fruit Picking

This is a popular money maker amongst backpackers passing through Australia and payment is usually per kilo of fruit. Or, again, you can volunteer for food and accommodation.

Travel Blogger

It doesn’t bring the biggest income unless your content is incredibly popular, it takes time and dedication to run a successful travel blog but it could potentially earn you a fair amount of money just for sharing your travel experiences online.

Resorts

Resorts from all over the world are almost always willing to temporarily hire travellers for various positions including front desk, activity management, and restaurant work.

Online Selling

If you have picked up some unique valuables on your travels you can set up a website or shop on eBay on which you can sell your goods to help fund your travels. If online selling isn’t an option, you can always sell your goods in person i.e. from your vehicle or setting up your own pop up stall.

Cruise Ship

Working on a cruise ship allows you to travel and work precisely at the same time. Cruise ships are very often looking for bartenders and waiters.

Bartending

Many bars will pay cash in hand for travellers who are willing to stay in one spot for a while. Bars in resorts and near hostels typically pay the best.

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With its superb futuristic architecture, its rich history and ancient temples, and its forever changing and developing trends, it’s no wonder so many people from all over the globe travel to visit the city of lights.

There are many things you can do in Tokyo, but here are the highlights youshould definitely find some time to experience.

Have you really been to Japan if you haven’t tried their famous local cuisines? The most famous of course is sushi and sashimi which is freshly prepared from Tokyo’s local fish markets. Tokyo has some of the most exclusive and extravagant restaurants known to the human race. A particularly popular restaurant is the Joel Robuchon; one of the top 10 Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.

Tokyo is the city of edgy fashion and therefore the city of shopping!

Tokyo has some of the most extravagant shopping centres and districts including Ginza, a shopping district home to posh boutiques and fabulous department stores.

Shibuya is another shopping destination that screams teen trends.

Watch as Japan’s teenagers go crazy for the outrageous and most hip trends you’ve ever seen before in your life. The place is full of colour, music, and everything a teenager could possibly require for the ultimate shopping trip.

Most of Japan’s festivals are held during the summer months and autumn but there are festivals all year round! Japan loves to celebrate and their local shrine festivals are a great opportunity to experience the Shinto tradition. The Sanno Festival (Sanno Matsuri) is one of the three most famous shrine festivals in Tokyo along with the Kanda Matsuri and Fukagawa Matsuri. It is only held on even numbered years whilst Kanda Matsuri takes place on odd years.

Japan is well known for its beautiful cherry blossom, also known as hanami. When the blossom comes out, it is Tokyo’s busiest season for tourism, and it’s really not difficult to understand why!

The most popular spot for admiring the cherry blossom would be at the Ueno Sakura Festival where over 1000 trees line the streets leading to the National Museum and around Shinobazu Pond. But there are multiple public parks all over the city where you can see these beautiful trees in their hundreds.

Tokyo is the city that never sleeps which means the nightlife is hardcore even for experienced nightclub goers. The most famous Tokyo city clubs are the miniature nightclubs at Golden Gai in the small area of Shinjuku which is also famous for its eccentric architectural beauty. Tokyo also has an incredible underground music scene where you can dance until the sun rises.

5 music apps to download before you go on holiday!

By Elliot Norman

youtube This might seem strange, as it isn’t exclusively a music app, but YouTube can be a pretty useful tool for putting together a playlist. The auto-play feature can also prove useful, but beware: falling asleep and letting it run over night can have some bizarre results. You may have fallen asleep listening to Metallica, but now you’re waking up in horror to Nickelback.

spotify

The fact that you can use it for free really seals the deal.

Although this does mean having to put up with a few seconds of ads between songs... It may not seem like a huge headache, but when there are ad-free alternatives out there, why bother?

Of course if you’re a Spotify enthusiast, you can always pay for the premium version and avoid them.

groove music

For the Microsoft fans out there, a free trial should be available to you through your Xbox Live Gold subscription.

I found Groove to be immediately accessible and easy to use, and there’s a surprisingly large library of music to stream.

You can also store and access your existing library on Groove, give it a go, you might be surprised!

amazon music unlimited

Your enjoyment of this will greatly depend on a couple of factors; the big one being that you’ll need a Prime membership, costing you £79 a year. This could be an instant turn off if you don’t already use Prime, but those who do get access to some nifty little features, like playing music through your home speakers using voice control on an Amazon Echo Dot. This may not sound like much, but it’s great for making you feel like you’re in the future.

deezer

For me, Deezer’s main point of interest is the Flow feature.

As someone who often struggles to find music which appeals to me, this can be a total life saver. Basically, as you listen to more songs, Deezer will constantly be updating its profile of you and will be able to improve its recommendations.

This can be an effortless way of discovering new artists.

If you like to party, BH Mallorca is the place to be with 3 amazing experiences all located within the hotel - The Stage, which is the only open-air festival venue hosting the world’s biggest DJs. The world’s first adult Water Park Twisted with 9 white knuckle slides, and the Island Beach Club, Mallorca’s coolest and new daytime destination. Completely refurbished to a 4* Standard Hotel, offering free WiFi, air conditioning and UK TV channels in all rooms.

But it’s not just about parties, because just around the corner are stunning beaches, restaurants, quaint villages and tourist attractions which are sure to impress. We were invited by On The Beach, to stay at BH Mallorca, explore the island, and see what all the fuss is about…

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As soon as you walk into the reception area, it’s hard to look anywhere else but at the huge water slides which tower above the height of the hotel. After being greeted by friendly staff along with their own branded champagne and delicious tapas (prepared by the hotel’s top chef), it was time to take a quick tour of the hotel. The complex is big… very big... with 656 modern suites overlooking the 3 main areas of the venue. All equally as impressive, the hotel is split into three main areas, the middle section being home to the world’s first over-18 water park with 9 white knuckle slides, the main stage on one side and my personal favourite of all, the Island Beach Club on the other – it’s open all day, every day, with live DJ’s, and daybeds situated inside the pool. You can chill-out, listen to summer tunes, sip a cocktail and enjoy a massage in the sun! Bliss.

With a spectacular first impression, it was time to explore the island and see what Majorca has to offer…

䈀伀䄀吀 吀刀䤀倀匀 To really see the island’s true beauty you MUST take a boat trip! Travelling with Dolphin, we sailed across the blue sea, admiring the coves, caves and stunningly beautiful white beaches stretched out for miles. The perfect way to relax in the Spanish sunshine and top up that tan! With refreshments on board you can enjoy the ride with a hair of the dog. Personally, I opted for the slide at the back of the boat - an instant hangover cure (but not quite as effective as the yellow slide in the hotel)!

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Like travelling to any foreign destination, it’s always great to try new food and lap up the traditional local dishes. After our boat trip we stopped off at Portals Vells for some lunch at a restaurant tucked away in the valleys, with its very own private beach! If you haven’t been to Spain, and think you’ve tried Paella, think again!

Possibly the classiest restaurant I have eaten in (and this is not an exaggeration)! Balneario Illetas, located in La Sterrazas overlooks the calm open waters, where the sea and sky merge. This place oozes class, with its Mediterranean menu, large assortment of cocktails and peaceful ambiance.

倀䄀䰀䴀䄀 Mallorca’s capital and the largest Balearic Island city, Palma is only a short drive from Magaluf. Stroll through the streets on foot or take a horse and carriage and admire its stunning beauty and architecture. Boasting a huge cathedral, narrow cobbled streets, quaint Spanish buildings and independent shops and cafes, this place is full of character and charm.

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Attracting herds of party goers every night, Magaluf is renowned for its bars, clubs and cheap drinks, and for most 18-30 year olds, this is the reason you’d be going! There’s no denying that this place really awakens when the sun goes down! If you want it to be a non-stop party, it will be. Or if you’d prefer the calm, romantic evenings, then this is also a place to consider with its beautiful untouched coasts, and elegant restaurants. This for me is why BH Mallorca is so special… It has the perfect balance between the clubbing atmosphere and chilled VIP vibe, whilst providing easy access for great wining and dining. Would I go again? I’ve already booked my next trip!

Founded in 2004, On the Beach is the UK’s leading beach holiday specialist.

With more than 60 million website visitors this year, over one million customers found, booked and enjoyed their perfect On the Beach holiday.

They offer great packages including a seven night all-inclusive holiday in Majorca, staying at the 4* BH Mallorca from just £255 per person, including return flights from airports across the UK.

Book online at: www.onthebeach.co.uk or by calling the UK call centre on 0871 474 3000.

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Well known Ibiza rep Jordan Davies lets us into some secrets about his best chat-up line, favourite aftershave and top drinking games to get the party started‌

Best chat up line…

Have you got pet insurance?

Weirdest item you’ve seen brought back from a night out?

A traffic cone.

Top three drinking games?

Never Have I Ever, Ring Of Fire and Would You Rather.

Worst drunken tattoo you’ve seen?

Barack Obama vs Bin Laden on a guy’s leg.

Do you ever feel like not going out?!

No, if it wasn’t for hangovers I would be out every night.

First choice of aftershave for the ladies?

Aventus Creed.

Worst thing you’ve done on a night out?

Accidentally slept with my mate’s cousin.

Summarise being a rep in three words…

Womaniser, party-animal and hungover.

Best drunken story you’ve heard about yourself after waking up and not remembering anything that happened the night before?

I was that drunk when I came back to the room I was getting ready to go out again.

Most hilarious prank you’ve had played on you by a fellow rep?

The girls hid my underwear and socks so I had to go commando for a week.

Describe what an average day is like being a rep…

Wake up, drink, go out and party, but at the same time it’s somehow classed as work.

Your favourite fancy dress outfit to wear on a night out?

Lifeguard.

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We’ve tracked down the best destinations to party all night and sleep it off on the sand...

We’ve all heard of Ibiza being the ultimate nightlife destination; the sleepless nights, beach parties, clubbing, drinking and all night partying seal the deal! San Antonio is the centre of Ibiza’s nightlife, hosting some of best clubs and international DJs, it’s heaven for the serious party goers. With some of the best bars and cafés on offer, the Sunset Strip is the spot on the island where party goers come to chill before a heavy night out. With Café Mambo and Café Del Mar being the top restaurants on the strip, the gourmet menus, headlining DJs and the amazing views make these restaurants the perfect place to sit back and relax whilst watching the sunset!

Magaluf has grown into one of the wildest places to party on the Spanish island, Majorca. With its amazing nightlife scene and energetic music vibe, Magaluf has become a very popular destination for holidaymakers with the best late night venues such as BCM and Trivoli and sets from DJs around the world. Although Magaluf is on a Spanish island, you’ll definitely feel right at home, partying with your mates in the glorious sunshine! With a resort that offers an endless amount of sunshine, sandy beaches, the best exotic cocktails, and amazing nightlife vibes... What more could you party heads want?

For one of the ultimate clubbing destinations, a lot of tourists head to the Greek island of Zante year after year. With affordable drinks, accommodation and events, a vacation away to Zante will be a big summer of partying! Nightlife is what Zante is all about.

This destination will not fail to disappoint and will not be forgettable!

It’s all about the Laganas strip - lined with over 100 bars and nightclubs with the best party vibes to make your holiday. Not only does Zante offer the most delicious cocktail menus of them all, but the island attracts international DJs to play throughout the summer! Laganas Beach is the place to relax with golden sand and blue waters.

British tourists make their way to Malia every year to see what the island has on offer! The best bars and clubs are within walking distance on the famous Beach Road; this is where your party will start! Malia’s nightlife scene is just party heaven; the Apollo Club blasts out house music all night - not to mention the Warehouse Club welcoming famous DJs and celebrities to entertain the holidaymakers. With 2 inside bars and 3 outside bars, The Camelot Castle Club is the biggest one in town.

And don’t forget the massive foam parties!

Tourists don’t come to Malia just to party, but to enjoy temperatures around 30 degrees and sunshine all day long. Golden sand, blue waters and party vibes.

STOP! In Alabama, it is illegal to have an ice cream cone in your back pocket at any time. It’s difficult to imagine a scenario where this might have been a problem.

In Greene, NY, during a concert, it is illegal to eat peanuts and walk backwards on the sidewalks. Makes sense if you think about it. Kind of... Maybe...

In Eureka, Nevada, it is illegal for men with moustaches to kiss women. We’re assuming that there was an outbreak of charming moustached men in town.

Have you ever been in trouble for forgetting a memorable day? In Samoa it might be a bit worse, as it's a crime to forget your wife's birthday.

The government in Thailand don’t like going commando, as it’s illegal to leave your house without wearing underwear. Who’s checking...?

Workplace lighting must be a big issue in Germany, as it’s law that every office must have a view of the sky, no matter how small it is.

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