Category: Travel Blogs
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Top Tips for Budget Travel in Peru
This article sets out to entice you to visit Peru, either as part of a budget travel journey through Central and South America or as a dedicated destination. It tells you why you should visit, It highlights the affordable cost of accommodation, food and travel and it sets out essential information
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Nick Danziger: Biography and Books
Nick Danziger, a British photographer and travel writer, is celebrated for his insightful portrayals of marginalized communities. His works include travelogues and documentaries that explore socioeconomic disparities and cultural resilience across the globe. Danziger’s narrative style combines visual artistry and storytelling, revealing the lives and struggles of diverse populations.
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Overland to Scandinavia By Train
I decided to head to the Arctic Circle, travelling overland from London, via Cologne, Hamburg, Copenhagen and Stockholm and returning via Bergen and Stavanger to Oslo. This page sets out my Scandinavian Itinerary for this adventure.
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The Attractions of Cologne
The author recounts his short visit to Cologne. He details his late arrival in the City and his sightseeing activities the next day. These include a visit to the Cathedral and Old Town and the discovery of a wonderful cake shop. His experience is marked by moments of humor and frustration, not least when he…
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Patrick Leigh Fermor: Biography and Books
Patrick Leigh Fermor, a British travel writer and scholar, is celebrated for his captivating narratives blending adventure, history, and culture. His notable works include “A Time of Gifts”. “Between the Woods and the Water” and “The Broken Road,” chronicling his journeys across Europe. Fermor’s writings reflect deep connections with places and people, illuminating human resilience…
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Dervla Murphy: Biography and Books
Dervla Murphy (1931-2022) was a celebrated Irish travel writer known for her solo adventures, primarily by bicycle, documenting diverse cultures in over 20 books. Her works reflect themes of resilience, political awareness, and cultural immersion, showcasing her empathetic engagement with communities and landscapes around the world.
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Top Travel Writers and Their Books
Explore the work of the most inspiring travel writers. Those who ignite wanderlust and shape our view of the world through their captivating stories.
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John Steinbeck: Biography and Books
Read his biography and an overview of each of his books from ‘The Grapes of Wrath’ to ‘Travels with Charley’. Understand his impact on American literature.
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Hamburg to Copenhagen
Follow my unforgettable train journey from Hamburg to Copenhagen. Discover the highlights of the route. Complete with useful tips, maps and insightful links.
