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...least had a go at surfing. There plenty of great spots between Sydney and Brisbane, but Byron Bay are a great spot for beginners. Plenty of surf schools about, so the prices are pretty reasonable. Don't be shy, it's not as hard as it looks and you'

...to Buying and Driving a Car in Oz The best way to see Australia is with the freedom of your own vehicle. Go where you want, when you want and stop off at every single novelty out-size fibreglass fruit along the way if you damn well see fit....

...the World Planner Organising a trip around the world isn't as hard as it seems, but there's lots to think about and it can seem daunting at first... That's why we have created this planner, it takes you step-by-step through everything you...

...Zealand Planner New Zealand is a strange land, many miles away with towering, craggy mountains and a strange impenetrable language. Want to know what 'fush and chups' is? Want to know what it will cost? Well, we're here to help! We hope that...

...to Travel Photography Want to come back from your gap year with some awe-inspiring photos? Just want to avoid blurry snaps of randoms with red-eye? We talk you through what kit to take, pre-trip preparation, lighting, framing and how to get...

...to Solo Female Travel Solo travel is one of most liberating experiences on the planet – you’ve got no responsibilities to anybody but yourself, you can do what you want and leave when you like, and the buzz you get from the...

...Timer's Guide to Hostels Hostels are simple, fun, friendly, cheap and geared up for people like you. However, if this is your first time away on your own and you've never stayed in a backpacker hostel before, you've probably got a few...

...Checklist A handy print-out-'n-keep checklist for all the stuff you'll need for a major trip overseas! This is part of the full Round the World Planner, but due to popular demand we have made it easy for you to download individually. If...

...Lumpur Guide Kuala Lumpur is a city of delightful contrasts and one of the most vibrant cities in Asia. Visitors will be greeted by the stunning Petronas Twin Towers, a world-renowned icon of the country. The numerous pre-war heritage...

...Fire Safety Guide Every year over 1,000 people are involved in hostel/hotel fires on their travels. 50-100 die, almost all from smoke inhalation. Most die trying to 'beat the smoke' i.e. they try to run through it, but get trapped in it.

...to Travel Health Warning: travelling without reading this guide can seriously damage your health! Healthy travel is all about being prepared. Unfortunately, this tends to involve being poked repeatedly with needles, but hey, it's preferable...

...to Vegetarian Travel Vegetarian travel is not always easy. But it is a hell of a lot of fun: wandering the globe and having adventures while discovering delicious foods made with weird and wonderful ingredients. This guide highlights the...

...the World Route Builder So at the moment your mind is in round the world flight mode and is chanting a mantra something like this; Decide a route... decide a departure date... work out how much it costs...get a quote.. book my flights......

...Route Builder It’s a blank map of Australia with the key backpacker places on that you can print off and build your route around Australia on. Very useful. Very cool. Download it, print it off, grab a pen and work your way back...

...Zealand Route Builder It’s a blank map of New Zealand with the key backpacker places on that you can print off and build your route around New Zealand on. Very simple. Very cool. Download it, print it off, grab a pen and work your way...

...National Parks Guide Here's a chance to see and do something different - something beyond the normal tourist sights and pursuits. Experience the tranquility of being one with nature in all its glory, in Malaysia's National Parks. Here,...

...Travel Guide Endowed with a diversity of cultures, Malaysia offers a 'truly asian experience'. Discover a delightful fusion of three of Asia's oldest civilisations - Malay, Chinese and Indian. A potpourri enriched with the indigenous...

...your pre-trip finances There’s no two ways around it, going around the world is expensive, but most people don’t actually realise how much they spend at home. Simply reducing your expenditure at home can help your financial...