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, but cheaper than Australia and the US), diving, being on the backpacker trail, shopping and things to do and see. The country, people and culture are amazing. Easy to travel around but very different from home, so perfect for backpackers. You...

...the rest of your life. What others say about this region... Adam Sloan: "Namibia is such a vast, beautiful country with such a huge diversity of people. There is so much to see in this country and so much variation within it which is...

tars, staring at the rocks in the Bungle Bungle, feeding a chicken to a crocodile bigger than a bus in Crocodile Dundee country, watching a long, straight, tarmac road disappear off into the distance of red earth and small dry bushes, surfing on...

...are genuinely the nicest I met anywhere, really smiley and welcoming..." Olivia Fakoussa: "Sri Lanka is a beautiful country. It has everything - from bright green hills, blue mountains and waterfalls, a mass of tea plantations, palm trees,...

...I spent in Costa Rica, the people were so friendly and really grateful for us visiting. Costa Rica is such a lovely country and it hasn’t been spoilt by tourism". Mexico Gabi Cross writes... There’s more to Mexico than nasty...

...is now one of the most happening capitals in the world, an awesome stop-over shopping destination if nothing else. The country is full of national parks, a serious ski scene (it was on the shortlist for the winter Olympics) and you can really...

"Around the world tickets" (a.k.a 'Round the World' or 'RTW' tickets) are a series of single flights built into one ticket. Valid for 12 months - this ticket literally takes you "Around the World" - making this one of the cheapest way to do a big...

Hop-on-hop-off bus passes: Oz Experience (include tours) OR Greyhound (just bus) Starter Packs: Work starter pack, Country starter pack Visas: Working Holiday Visa, Non working Visitors Visa, Study Visa Tours: (Ayers Rock, Fraser Island,...

...to offer. Why South America? South America can seem a daunting prospect at first. There's not an English speaking country in sight and even the Spanish that is spoken can confuse those of us relying on a GCSE and a prayer. Just to make...

, but cheaper than Australia and the US), diving, being on the backpacker trail, shopping and things to do and see. The country, people and culture are amazing. Easy to travel around but very different from home, so perfect for backpackers. You...

...find the usual array of international fast food outlets, McDonalds, KFC and Wimpy is well represented throughout the country. Local franchises worth mentioning are Black Steer and Steers for the best burgers and Nando's peri-peri chicken. Pizza

Click map to zoom China is such a rewarding country but it can be hard work at times, all of our staff who have travelled through China agree that one of the biggest challenges you will face will be communication. Unless you are...

...thought about visiting before. Its cities are so beautiful... lots of old medieval towns and lots and lots of gorgeous countryside. The best bit of all though has to be the prices... I went to a fancy restaurant with my girlfriend and we paid �

...get a new stamp in your passport and a slice of Aussie humour to send you on your way. Everyone's a comedian in this country... You'll get used to it. Next up is customs; where you'll have to have all your luggage X-rayed again. Nothing...

...'If they want to get in…they will'. Nice one Sherlock! Of course they will… if I wanted to get into any house in the country I'd smash a window, but I wouldn't do it if you were sitting in the front room… Locks and security Tiny padlocks...

...so you won't feel a dick! Girls, sometimes you may have to wrap them round your head as a shawl, depending on the country etc. So, where do you get them from? You can get them from here, but I suggest you wait until you go away,...

...a tour of the local area to help you get a feel for things. Perfect for those a little bit nervous about arriving in a country over the other side of the world with no plans. Pack details Why buy this? Can’t decide between the...

...is an extremely diverse country. From wealthy shopping districts to the poorer, yet culturally rich areas; you can not sum this island up in a nut-shell. It has to be seen and explored to be believed. Arrival packs make doing this easy...

...is an often overlooked country - most backpackers simply fly in and fly out without taking the time to explore all it has to offer. Arrival packs hope to change all that by easing you into the city and showing you around with the...

( 3rd longest dam in South Africa, nature reserve with Zebra, wildebeest etc, biggest variety of indigenous fish in the country, visit the underground hydro-electric scheme for free.)<br> <br> <br>Although the area is perfect...