I would recommend doing some sort of TEFL course, it’s a common misconception that if you can speak English you can teach it. Even if your specific course provider isn’t recognised in your country of choice you […]

Hi guys. Yes, that was on the Mongol Rally. We were the first team to drive through Iraq and it seemed perfectly safe and friendly during the couple of days we were there. I only found out about this a few […]

@banzaibambi – What @lostbackpack said… Wow! Was that part of the Mongol Rally last year, or another trip?

Wow, Josh. That would be life-changing. Is this on a blog?

For me it’s the life and death and ‘what-if’ moments that make me realise how lucky we are to be alive and able to see our beautiful planet. In the 2 1/2 years that I’ve been on and off travelling for, I’ve […]

Hi Joao, the burden of proof lies with you — that is, if the insurance company doesn’t believe you had the laptop and you had it stolen, then they won’t pay out.

Since you don’t have any proof of purchase, […]

Hi Guys,

I’ve just listened your insurance podcast and I have a question based on what you said. I’ve got a mac air that I bought second hand from another person (he was the genuine owner). Can I insure it […]

Hi @lostbackpack – yes, send it in.

The only guidelines are those above… Not looking for a 1,000 word article though; just a paragraph or two with your story.

Hi Craig & Linda,

This sounds like a great idea. I emailed Angela a couple of days ago with a pitch idea so as not to cover the same ground as another blogger. I haven’t heard back — and realize she may be […]

We’ve made a big update to the travel podcasts page, introducing the SoundCloud players (which have a sexy commenting function) and also a podcast FAQ.

Had the opportunity to go to the Galapagos Islands when I was 16. Its beauty made me want to travel forever.