aurora borealis

The Best Places To See The Northern Lights

The Northern Lights, or more formally known as the Aurora Borealis, is on the bucket list of countless travellers.

They are one of nature’s greatest spectacles, lighting up the night sky and giving us a small preview of cosmic forces that we are only just beginning to understand. These beautiful light displays are caused by collisions in the upper atmosphere of cosmic rays, solar wind and something called ‘magnetospheric plasma’. Basically, these fast moving and charged particles are emanating from the sun and interacting with the Earth’s magnetic field.

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southeast asian cuisines

Food Trip Destinations Across the Globe: Southeast Asia

A trip to a new country is not complete without tasting its delicious delicacies. If you’re on a budget and you’re craving food you’ve never tried before, Southeast Asia is the place to be. This tropical region is brimming with pristine beaches, scenic routes, and of course, cheap and tasty dishes. So if you want to tickle your taste buds, pack your bags, book your flight, and make sure to include the following destinations in your itinerary:

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traveling precautions

Safety Precautions for Travelling When You’re Ill

Travelling overseas is usually, for the most part, an exciting and relaxing experience. However, travel can also be very physically demanding and straining on your body and your immune system. This is particularly evident for travellers with underlying chronic illnesses.

Travelling with an illness means that you have to take extra steps to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable trip. But with adequate organisation and preparation, you can still have a great holiday without putting excessive strain on yourself.

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must-try spa

Must-Try Spa Treatments for the Jetsetter

In need of some R&R? Or maybe you just got off from your 12-hour flight, and your body is showing signs of jet lag. Whatever the case is, you deserve some pampering on your next holiday.

One good way of relaxing those tired and aching muscles is to spend a day at the spa. If you’re not sure of what treatment to get, here are some of the must-try spa treatments from around the world:

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airport lounge

5 First-Class Airport Lounges You Need to Visit

So you’ve finally earned extra points or miles to get a free upgrade to a first-class or business class flight.

Whatever the case is, travelling on a business flight is definitely a worthwhile experience. To inspire you to fly more and rack up those miles, here are 5 airport lounges worth getting into with a first or business-class ticket.

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solo travel

Tips for Your First Solo Trip

Traveling on your own is probably one of the most fulfilling and exciting things you can do. Sure, doing it for the first time can get scary; you’re somewhere you’ve never been to and you don’t have someone with you in case you get lost.

Once you’ve done it, however, you’ll never forget the high you’ll get for doing something so brave. If you want to do some “soul searching” or you’re planning your next adventure, going on a solo trip can be a refreshing alternative. To help you get started, here are some tips:

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pet travel

Is Your Pet Ready for Air Travel?

Bringing your furry buddy with you on an aeroplane is stressful. As most pet owners know, dogs and cats don’t really like being cooped up in a cage for a long time.

You’ll probably stress yourself out thinking about how your pet’s doing inside the cargo area. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make the trip less stressful for both you and your pet.

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