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Top 10 Most Common Dangers of Trekking


29 May 2015

Embarking on a trekking trip offers rewards can be hard to describe for those who love to visit only castles, cathedrals, and museums. The views can be terrific, but for most of us it's about the sense of achievement. But the rewards can be balanced by the rather extensive list of dangers that can befall us on our journey. Find out some of the most common dangers you should be aware of.

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Top 10 Most Spectacular Trekking Areas in Scandinavia


06 November 2014

As the winter draws to a close and summer begins to call, it’s time to get back to nature and go trekking. If you’re tired of the usual trekking destinations, then check out these Scandinavian trails and witness nature like never before.

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How to Plan a Long Trip


11 May 2014

Going on a long vacation is something everyone deserves. After all, what could be more appealing that just leaving your day to day routine and going somewhere far far away, without having to worry about work. Imagine just packing your bags, leaving everything behind, and going somewhere nobody could reach you. It's an experience like no other, and it's something that needs a whole lot of planning as well.

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Travel Insurance - Investment or Waste of Money?


25 January 2013

You have been working hard for your money all year in order to save up for a wonderful holiday, a long-awaited vacation with the family! Everything is going according to plan, until a volcano decides to erupt and cancel all your connecting flights to Lisbon. That is okay, how bad could it be, right? You could always check out the winter wonderland of Siberia. And then your kid gets really sick and suddenly in need of hospitalization. What would you do?

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Going Abroad: Travel Insurance Tips


21 November 2013

Not all travellers are the same, and not everyone would need the same travel insurance coverage. As such, it pays to determine which kind of traveller you are before splurging on an insurance cover. This is no longer an issue about whether having one is good or not, but rather a collection of travel insurance tips on how to maximize your coverage. After all, you are going to pay for it anyway, so it's always better get the most out of your insurance cover.

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Top 5 Globe Trekking Destinations


30 October 2013

There are so many amazing places around the world everyone should save up and go globe trekking as frequently as possible. Natural wonders, historical sites, great sporting destinations - the choices are as varied as you can imagine. So where should you head up now that you have a few weeks of downtime? Here are 5 great globe trekking destinations.

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Top 5 Tips for Globetrekkers


23 October 2013

The world beckons and you, of course, are only too willing to oblige. There is so much to see and so many new things to try you could not wait to get started on your globetrekking adventure. Well, hold your horses. Here are 5 things to help you get the most out of your trip.

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How to Compare Globetrekkers Travel Insurance


19 October 2013

Every explorer knows the value of good travel insurance in making trips worry-free and more enjoyable. However, there are just so many insurance services around it is often difficult to decide which one suits your needs best. Here are a few tips to help you choose

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Do You Need Travel Insurance if You're a Resident of EU


14 October 2013

The advent of the European Union has made travel throughout the region much easier and more enjoyable. An EU resident can feel safe and secure no matter where they wish to travel within the bounds of the Union. However, many travellers, who are residents of European Union, wrongly assume that the EHIC Card is sufficient medical cover when travelling within the European Union.

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