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A travel blog written by Vic, an aspiring globe-trotter and travel lover on a quest to see the world. Expect destination guides, experiences, great food, travel tips and more!
2020-03-13 18:42
The post How to spend a week in Madeira – and not just in Funchal appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-12-30 15:24
Confession: I used to be a dickhead. That probably isn’t how you expected this to post start, but bear with me. Sometimes I look back on my life so far and dwell for too long on all of… Read More
2019-12-30 15:24
The post Confessions of a former meat eater: my first year as a vegetarian and why I chose to give up meat appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-12-19 17:53
The post Van conversion part 1: laying a new floor appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-11-19 19:14
The post Sailing Komodo National Park Indonesia with Le Pirate Explorer appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-11-19 19:14
The post Sailing the Komodo Islands of Indonesia with Le Pirate Explorer appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-10-22 18:23
The post We bought a van! Our self-build van conversion diary starts here… appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-10-09 20:34
The post How to spend a long weekend in Paris appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-08-28 13:34
The post Trekking with Komodo Dragons on Rinca Island Indonesia appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-07-23 12:16
The post A self-guided day trip to Nusa Penida Bali appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-06-26 15:46
The post How to spend two days in Singapore appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-05-14 17:39
The post How to spend a week in Marrakech and beyond appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-05-14 17:39
The post How to spend a week in Marrakech Morocco appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-04-23 16:25
The post What you should know about Marrakech Morocco before you go appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-03-24 17:30
The post Marrakech to the Sahara Desert: one night under the stars appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-02-18 18:31
The post Contemplating death at the Bone Church, Prague appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2019-01-17 13:12
The post Caminito del Rey Malaga: Walking the world’s most dangerous trail appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2018-12-22 17:46
I’m among the thousands of people who dreamed of being their own boss. For as long as I can remember, I’ve thought about the day I might get to work on my own terms. And twelve f… Read More
2018-12-14 22:10
The vibrant capital of the Shaanxi province, Xi’an is a cultural melting pot that offers a mix of rich historic culture among the bright lights and high rises of modern day China. I wa… Read More
2018-11-24 14:04
Food is the very heart and soul of China. It’s at the centre of life and everything that surrounds it, and when you get to know the food, you’ll get to know the culture too. Unfo… Read More
2018-11-03 18:23
“Can you believe we’re actually here?” This is the sentiment I overheard people say the most at the Great Wall of China. And even though I’d already visited the moder… Read More
2018-10-19 10:56
The post How tourism fuels cultural stereotypes, and our responsibility as travellers appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2018-10-19 10:56
Why do you travel – to see the world and discover new places? To meet people and learn about other cultures? To escape from the stresses of day to day life? There are so many reasons t… Read More
2018-09-25 17:51
The sun shines over tiers of pristine white buildings built against a cliff face, with each terrace overlooking a more desirable view of the endless Mediterranean sea. Anyone who’s see… Read More
2018-06-22 18:54
It felt like a shame not to visit the capital city on my first trip to Greece, and so despite hearing mixed reviews of Athens, we decided to spend a few days exploring the city before headin… Read More
2018-05-31 22:16
I love taking day trips when travelling, and the most popular and arguably best day excursion from Venice is to the surrounding islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Each equally charming… Read More
2018-04-14 19:17
I paddled as fast as my aching arms could go in the shadow of the coloured buildings, which towered above the yellow kayak where I sat. Up ahead, the sunlight grew increasingly brighter as w… Read More
2018-03-17 21:55
As one of the smallest countries in Europe, Malta makes a great short break destination for anyone in search of sun, sea and history. Craving some much-needed sunshine last summer, we spent… Read More
2018-02-27 19:44
*Updated November 2018* I’m not sure how I ever got by without podcasts in my life, but when I started tuning in to them a few years back, I became hooked instantly. As a freelance gra… Read More
2018-02-27 19:44
I’m not sure how I ever got by without podcasts in my life, but when I started tuning in to them a few years back, I became hooked instantly. As a freelance graphic designer by day, my… Read More
2018-01-28 17:05
In a big city like Berlin, you’re pretty spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out. Food alone is reason enough for me to travel sometimes, and when we went to Berlin back in Novem… Read More
2018-01-02 21:33
In pursuit of the ultimate feeling of independence, I finally took the plunge and went on my first solo trip to Switzerland. Not only did I live to tell the tale, but I absolutely LOVED my l… Read More
2017-11-12 13:08
As a major international city, Geneva makes a great weekend destination which combines a city, lake and mountain break all in one. I got to explore Geneva all by myself recently when I went… Read More
2017-10-18 21:40
The post What it’s like to ascend 3,842m: Aiguille du Midi and Mer de Glace appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2017-10-18 21:40
Every once in awhile, there’s a travel experience that really takes your breath away, but sometimes it means you have to ascend 3,482m – and face your fears – to be able to… Read More
2017-09-16 18:15
You know how every city or country has one major attraction that everyone wants to see? The Blue Lagoon is one of Malta’s, and it’s heavenly. But like any major attraction, it ca… Read More
2017-08-31 21:05
I’ve been thinking about taking a solo trip for a while now, and after much deliberation, I finally booked myself onto a flight. At the end of September, I’ll be jetting off to G… Read More
2017-08-31 21:05
I’ve been thinking about taking a solo trip for a while now, and after much deliberation, I finally booked myself […]
The post 6 reasons I took a solo trip – without my bo… Read More
2017-08-08 21:16
Despite a lot of rain and the occasional long drive, I really loved the road trip part of our two-week visit to Australia. While the Legendary Pacific Coast Drive from Sydney to Brisbane see… Read More
2017-07-22 22:01
Before deciding to visit Malta, I never realised it was actually made up of three separate islands. Even though you’ll find most of the major sightseeing spots on the mainland, I actua… Read More
2017-07-08 08:44
They say if you do what you love, then you’ll never have to work a day in your life. But what if you don’t know what that is? What do you want to be when you grow up? My parents… Read More
2017-07-08 08:44
They say if you do what you love, then you’ll never have to work a day in your life. But what if you don’t know what that is? What do you want to be when you grow up? My parents… Read More
2017-07-08 08:44
They say if you do what you love, then you’ll never have to work a day in your life. But what if you don’t know what that is? What do you want to be when you grow up? My parents… Read More
2017-07-08 08:44
They say if you do what you love, then you’ll never have to work a day in your life. But what if you don’t know what that is? What do you want to be when you grow up? My parents… Read More
2017-06-27 21:26
Fraser Island is one of those places that everyone will say you need to go. And after spending just one day on the island, I’m one of them too. Together with the Lone Pine Koala Sanctu… Read More
2017-06-11 12:55
The road markings disappeared along with our GPS signal, and our car came to a stop for a herd of sheep who’d escaped onto the road – it was clear we were driving deeper into the… Read More
2017-05-26 22:23
Like a typical tourist, I really wanted to meet a koala on my first visit to Australia. So when I heard about the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, I knew I had to plan it into our two week itinera… Read More
2017-05-26 22:23
Like a typical tourist, I really wanted to meet a koala on my first visit to Australia. So when I […]
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2017-05-05 17:06
The Three Sisters was to the left, and the vast Jamison Valley right below. I was stood at Echo Point, the most popular viewing spot in the Blue Mountains, but standing there, I just wi… Read More
2017-04-15 17:01
With a country the size of Europe, a million incredible things to do, and no amount of time long enough to do it all, it’s no surprise that Sydney ends up being only a short stop for m… Read More
2017-03-14 15:24
Where are you from? It seems like such an innocent question, but it’s one that still makes me a little uncomfortable to this day. I came to the UK in 1998, and have lived here for the… Read More
2017-02-17 17:11
One of the best things about being a travel blogger is getting to talk about travel with other people who are just as passionate about it. Whenever I come back from a trip, I always feel lik… Read More
2017-01-15 16:53
As a city that’s renowned for its nightlife, I wasn’t sure what to expect from Amsterdam when it came to food. As a first-time visitor, I spent a lot of time around the major sig… Read More
2016-12-27 14:52
As 2017 fast approaches, you’ll no doubt be thinking about some new adventures to have in the year ahead. I’ve had an amazing 2016 with travel experiences which I… Read More
2016-12-10 21:40
Founded by a Scottish entrepreneur who built student accommodation for the University of Edinburgh, The Student Hotel chain offers modern and stylish properties all across Europe, with… Read More
2016-12-04 12:00
Filled with beautiful canal streets, renowned museums and friendly people, it didn’t take long for me to fall in love with Amsterdam. Having only really had the Red Light District… Read More
2016-11-11 19:13
Known as the ‘city of seven hills’, Lisbon has definitely been my favourite city break destination so far. It feels somewhat like an underrated place, attracting much fewer visit… Read More
2016-11-11 19:13
Known as the ‘city of seven hills’, Lisbon has definitely been my favourite city break destination so far. It feels somewhat like an underrated place, attracting much fewer visit… Read More
2016-10-29 11:37
Is it a car? Is it a bike? No, it’s a bright yellow, three-wheeled go-cart! And we’d rented it for the day from GoCars Lisbon, a unique tour company with some rather unconvention… Read More
2016-10-05 20:53
I. Love. Friends. I’ve watched every episode hundreds of times, laughed at all the jokes before they were said, and probably know the six characters better than some of my actual… Read More
2016-09-10 20:19
Pedro stepped lightly onto my gloved hand and stared at me with his deep round eyes, before flapping his wings and taking flight directly towards my head. I’ve always felt like a bird… Read More
2016-08-07 20:07
I didn’t need to look over the edge of the stone castle wall to know that we were up high in the mountains – you could feel it from the blustery wind which blew from all dir… Read More
2016-07-19 20:19
As soon as I walked out of the train station, I could see why Cascais made such a popular day trip from Lisbon – the quaint streets paved with beautiful mosaic tiles, the small boutiqu… Read More
2016-07-03 15:35
One of the things I look forward to the most on any trip is the food, and Lisbon totally exceeded all of my culinary expectations. You’ll already know that a better meal can usually be… Read More
2016-06-12 21:14
The post How to see puffins on Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2016-06-12 21:14
Located just off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Skomer Island is a nature reserve home to many different species of wildlife. The island boasts the largest breeding population of Manx Shearwate… Read More
2016-06-06 19:21
Patong beach is the most popular resort area of Phuket, and attracts thousands of people to its bustling nightlife everyday. Views of the area are mixed depending on who you ask &n&hell…Read More
2016-06-06 19:21
Patong beach is the most popular resort area of Phuket, and attracts thousands of people to its bustling nightlife everyday. […]
The post Where to eat in Patong, Phuket appeared first… Read More
2016-05-29 20:05
Like most things in Thailand, accommodation can be very affordable. But when your money goes that much further in South East Asia, why not splash out and stay somewhere a bit more luxurious… Read More
2016-05-22 20:54
There are few things I’d get up at 4am for, but a trip to Koh Phi Phi is definitely one of them. You can’t go to Phuket as a first-timer without paying a visit to the famous Phi… Read More
2016-05-16 19:48
It started with three families who set out on a search for a new home some 200 years ago. Leaving Indonesia by boat, they promised to alert each other if they found somewhere new they could… Read More
2016-05-16 19:48
The post This is the story of Koh Panyee, a floating village in Phang Nga Bay Thailand appeared first on Vic Advisor Read More
2016-05-09 18:40
Set along the bank of the Chao Phraya river, the Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok is a luxury five star establishment offering unbeatable views of the city. I chose… Read More
2016-05-02 11:23
When I booked our dream trip to Thailand, I never expected we’d be running scared through the rainforest. Following a special day at the Elephant Camp, we set out a… Read More
2016-05-02 11:23
When I booked our dream trip to Thailand, I never expected we’d be running scared through the rainforest. Following a special day at the Elephant Camp, we set out a… Read More
2016-04-24 13:04
This is what you call a once in a lifetime experience. Located two hours away from Phuket airport lies Elephant Hills, an all-inclusive experience set in the wonderful Khao Sok Nat… Read More
2016-04-24 13:04
This is what you call a once in a lifetime experience. Located two hours away from Phuket airport lies Elephant Hills, an all-inclusive experience set in the wonderful Khao Sok Nat… Read More
2016-04-17 09:59
No visit to Bangkok is complete without indulging in some of the many culinary delights the city has to offer. With only a couple of days to explore the city that never sleeps, we decided to… Read More
2016-04-15 16:54
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2016-04-10 18:19
There are many floating markets to be found in Bangkok, with Damnoen Saduak being the most popular among tourists. I had planned on visiting the slightly more authentic one located at A… Read More
2016-04-10 18:19
There are many floating markets to be found in Bangkok, with Damnoen Saduak being the most popular among tourists. I had planned on visiting the slightly more authentic one located at A… Read More
2016-04-10 18:19
There are many floating markets to be found in Bangkok, with Damnoen Saduak being the most popular among tourists. I had planned on visiting the slightly more authentic one located at A… Read More
2016-04-03 17:35
Arguably the city’s most famous landmark, the Grand Palace is one of the must-sees for any first-timer visiting Bangkok. After around 17 hours of travelling, we landed in the capi… Read More
2016-04-03 17:35
Arguably the city’s most famous landmark, the Grand Palace is one of the must-sees for any first-timer visiting Bangkok. After around 17 hours of travelling, we landed in the capi… Read More
2016-03-20 16:32
I would return to Barcelona in a heartbeat just for the food. Along with some other sightseeing highlights from our week-long trip to the Spanish capital, the best thing about our … Read More
2016-03-06 19:46
There’s no denying that I can be a bit of a penny-pincher. However, this totally goes against the fact that I also have quite expensive taste, which means I can spend hours upon hours… Read More
2016-02-20 16:12
With listings in over 34,000 cities, Airbnb is an online marketplace where you can host, browse and book unique accommodation around the world. I first got the chance to try it out… Read More
2016-02-12 21:36
Out of all the places I’ve visited so far, Barcelona was the one I had the highest expectations of. So many friends had visited the capital before me, raving about their trip and speak… Read More
2016-02-06 16:45
I should probably begin this post by saying that I am not a strong swimmer. In fact, I’m actually quite terrified of the ocean – the size, the depth, the unknown… but… Read More
2016-01-25 19:20
Alongside the amazing snorkelling trip we took out in the red sea, we also booked an excursion to visit the Bedouins on our first trip to Egypt. We arranged both of these trips with Sha… Read More
2016-01-18 20:17
I may not be a budget traveller, but that doesn’t mean I don’t love a good deal. If you do too, you’ve probably seen the heavily discounted trips offered everyday on sites… Read More
2016-01-18 20:17
I may not be a budget traveller, but that doesn’t mean I don’t love a good deal. If you do too, you’ve probably seen the heavily discounted trips offered everyday on sites… Read More
2016-01-10 16:54
Even though we didn’t have a lot of time in Budapest, we still got to try some lovely food thanks to the Christmas market. There were many craft stalls spread out at Vorosmarty Sq… Read More
2016-01-03 18:42
It was a boiling hot July afternoon, around 35°C in Selçuk, Turkey. Everyone in our group was struggling slightly with the heat, except for our tour guide who stood under the blaz… Read More
2016-01-03 18:42
It was a boiling hot July afternoon, around 35°C in Selçuk, Turkey. Everyone in our group was struggling slightly with the heat, except for our tour guide who stood under the blaz… Read More
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