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Africa  (12)

• Getting off the Beaten Track in Zambia on your Gap Year Escape, April 19, 2012
• Doing Dakar, Senegal, on a Budget, September 15, 2011
• Colossal Cape Verde, July 21, 2011
• South African Adventure, July 7, 2011
• Tantalizing Tanzania; a true African Gem, June 30, 2011 (1)
• The Great Zimbabwe: Falls, Lions and Ruins…, May 19, 2011 (1)
• Nosing around Namibia, March 31, 2011
• Jambo Kenya!, March 10, 2011
• Malawi - The Warm Heart of Africa, February 1, 2011 (4)
• Top 4 Places for Wildlife Watching in Johannesburg, January 25, 2011 (1)
• Madagascar: Guide Book vs. Reality, January 19, 2011 (6)
• Cape Town: To wince, or not to wince. That depends on the wine., January 11, 2011 (3)
• 7 unmissable experiences in Marrakesh, November 24, 2010 (3)
• A beginner’s guide to travelling the Middle East, October 27, 2010 (12)
• 10 Tips for safer travel in South Africa, April 8, 2010 (3)

Antarctica  (1)

• Planning a Trip to Antarctica, February 15, 2011 (14)

Asia  (16)

• 5 Star Hong Kong on a 1 star budget, February 21, 2012
• Far Flung Travel on a shoestring, January 23, 2012
• Gap Year: First Day, November 22, 2011
• Vietnam, Where Less is More, November 6, 2011
• Vietnam Holidays, November 3, 2011
• World’s Worst Weather Experiences, October 13, 2011
• Top backpacking destinations in Laos, September 4, 2011
• Cheap as Chips in Kuala Lumpur, July 14, 2011 (1)
• One Day in Dubai, April 5, 2011 (4)
• Photo of the Week 14/03, March 14, 2011 (1)
• Macau on the Cheap: 5 Ways to Save, March 2, 2011 (3)
• Photo of the Week 28/02, February 28, 2011
• Budget Beach Bum's guide to Phuket, February 24, 2011 (2)
• Hanoi: Puppets, Presidents and Prisons in the Vietnamese Capital, February 16, 2011
• Photo of the Week 14/02, February 14, 2011
• Welcome to The As We Travel Show, January 21, 2011 (2)
• Photo of the Week 10/01, January 10, 2011 (4)
• Thailand’s Top 5 Party Islands, December 8, 2010 (8)
• Photo of the Week 15/11, November 15, 2010
• Look back on South East Asia, September 9, 2010 (3)
• The Alarm Clock Incident, August 12, 2010 (7)
• Photo of the Week 09/08, August 9, 2010
• Photo of the Week 05/07, July 5, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 14/06, June 14, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 31/05, May 31, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 17/05, May 17, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 10/05, May 10, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 26/04, April 26, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 12/04, April 12, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 29/03, March 29, 2010
• Photo of the Week 15/03, March 15, 2010
• The Other Side of Bali, February 24, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 22/02, February 22, 2010 (1)
• My Moment of Shame, January 24, 2010 (7)
• The curtains close on the Asian chapter of my gap year..., November 7, 2009 (4)
• All you need in Bali: Boardies and Sunnies., November 2, 2009 (2)
• There is something in the water..., October 22, 2009 (1)
• No need to close my eyes and dream…, October 15, 2009 (1)
• Don't worry I found..., October 10, 2009 (1)
• Planes, Trains and Full Moon Party, October 6, 2009 (1)
• I have a cunning plan..., October 1, 2009 (1)
• Tubing - Slippery when wet!, September 25, 2009 (4)
• The Truth, September 22, 2009 (4)
• I'll have a nice slice of Pai!, September 19, 2009 (1)
• Jungle trekking and scenes that some readers may find offensive, September 16, 2009 (4)
• The start of something beautiful, September 12, 2009 (2)

Australasia  (28)

• 20 Photos to Inspire Travel in New Zealand, May 12, 2012
• #SurfsUp @hostelbookers! Win a private group surfing course, December 7, 2011
• From England to Ozstralia: A Mini Language Guide, November 14, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 11/07, July 11, 2011 (4)
• Travel Photo of the Week 13/06, June 13, 2011 (1)
• Ohau Stream Walk – Baby Seal Day Care, June 7, 2011 (1)
• Travel Photography with a Disclaimer, May 31, 2011 (1)
• Photo of the Week 16/05, May 16, 2011 (2)
• Byron Bay Bluesfest Review, May 10, 2011 (3)
• Photo of the Week 09/05, May 9, 2011 (3)
• Adrenalin Junkies Guide to Australia, May 3, 2011
• Photo of the Week 02/05, May 2, 2011
• Photo of the Week 25/04, April 25, 2011
• Photo of the Week 18/04, April 18, 2011
• Photo of the Week 11/04, April 11, 2011
• Photo of the Week 04/04, April 4, 2011
• Photo of the Week 21/03, March 21, 2011 (1)
• Backpackers Guide to Sydney: 15 Things To Do, March 15, 2011 (5)
• Photo of the Week 07/03, March 7, 2011 (1)
• Photo of the Week 21/02, February 21, 2011
• Australia Travel Guide, February 17, 2011 (2)
• 7 Compelling Reasons to Visit The Cook Islands, February 2, 2011 (9)
• Photo of the Week 31/01, January 31, 2011 (2)
• Photo of the Week 24/01, January 24, 2011 (5)
• Backpacking New Zealand: Kiwi Experience Review, January 18, 2011 (6)
• Photo of the Week 17/01, January 17, 2011 (5)
• Flashpacker’s Guide to Sydney Nightlife, January 12, 2011 (7)
• An Insider’s Guide to Brisbane, January 5, 2011 (7)
• Photo of the Week 03/01, January 3, 2011 (5)
• Photo of the Week 20/12, December 20, 2010
• New Year’s Eve: Sydney, December 14, 2010 (5)
• Photo of the Week 13/12, December 13, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 06/12, December 6, 2010
• Photo of the Week 29/11, November 29, 2010 (1)
• Competition Winner Announced!, November 17, 2010 (7)
• Photo of the Week 11/10, October 11, 2010 (4)
• Photo of the Week 04/10, October 4, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 27/09, September 27, 2010 (1)
• Subscribe for Free and Win a 3 Day Surf Escape on the East Coast of Australia!, September 21, 2010 (9)
• Photo of the Week 20/09, September 20, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 13/09, September 13, 2010 (4)
• Photo of the Week 06/09, September 6, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 30/08, August 30, 2010 (1)
• Photo of the Week 23/08, August 23, 2010
• Paragliding Queenstown: Coronet Peak Tandems Review, August 19, 2010 (3)
• Photo of the Week 16/08, August 16, 2010
• Photo of the Week 02/08, August 2, 2010
• Where’s my intern?, July 27, 2010
• Photo of the Week 26/07, July 26, 2010 (2)
• Learn to Snowboard in New Zealand: Treble Cone, July 22, 2010 (3)
• Photo of the Week 19/07, July 19, 2010 (1)
• Franz Josef Glacier Hike Review, July 15, 2010 (4)
• Photo of the Week 12/07, July 12, 2010 (1)
• Fergburger: My Addiction Laid Bare, July 1, 2010 (4)
• Photo of the Week 28/06, June 28, 2010 (1)
• Phillip Island Penguin Parade: Bunyip Tours Review, June 24, 2010 (2)
• 30 Photos To Inspire Travel In Australia, June 22, 2010 (14)
• Photo of the Week 21/06, June 21, 2010
• Shark Cage Diving: Calypso Star Charter Review, June 10, 2010 (10)
• Melbourne Street Art, June 3, 2010 (9)
• Learn to Surf: Mojosurf Camp Review, May 27, 2010 (3)
• Photo of the Week 24/05, May 24, 2010 (1)
• Blue Mountains, May 20, 2010 (11)
• What’s the plan Stan?, May 6, 2010
• Surfaris Surf Camp Review, May 4, 2010
• Photo of the Week 03/05, May 3, 2010
• Experience the Gold Coast: 2010’s Top 10, April 22, 2010
• It’s never going to happen to you, April 20, 2010 (11)
• Photo of the Week 19/04, April 19, 2010
• Learn to Surf: East Coast Australia, April 13, 2010
• Backpacking the East Coast of Australia, April 6, 2010 (5)
• Photo of the Week 05/04, April 5, 2010 (1)
• Great Ocean Road & Grampians, April 1, 2010
• Kroombit Cattle Station, March 30, 2010 (4)
• Platform 3 Hip Hop Festival - Sydney, March 25, 2010
• Photo of the Week 22/03, March 22, 2010
• Wilsons Promontory: Bunyip Tours Review, March 17, 2010 (3)
• 1770 Air Adventures – Aerobatic Flight Review, March 9, 2010 (3)
• Photo of the Week 08/03, March 8, 2010
• Neighbours Tour & Neighbours Trivia Night Review: Bunyip Tours, March 5, 2010 (2)
• Fraser Island, March 3, 2010 (3)
• Photo of the Week 01/03, March 1, 2010
• Australia Zoo – Crikey!, February 19, 2010 (1)
• Australia's answer to Amsterdam, January 17, 2010
• Want a cool place to live? Byron Bay has the answer., January 13, 2010 (1)
• Do you want to learn how to surf?, January 9, 2010
• Happ New Year!, January 1, 2010 (1)
• Christmas on Bondi Beach, December 29, 2009
• Win a Gap Year trip to New Zealand!, November 19, 2009
• The Gap Year Challenge - New Zealand, October 13, 2009

Competitions  (6)

• iExplore gets Adventurous (Ooh La La), December 4, 2011
• Free Trip? What are you waiting for!, October 24, 2010
• Win a £3000 RTW Travel Ticket with HostelBookers, September 28, 2010

Contributors  (100)

• 9 Attractions To Round Out a Visit to Riga, Latvia, May 17, 2012
• Top Cities in Lithuania to Add to Your Itinerary, May 16, 2012
• To Sorrento and Beyond, April 20, 2012
• Fancy Taking a Gap Year to Florida?, March 27, 2012
• A Backpacker's Overview to Tallinn, Estonia: What, Where & How, March 27, 2012
• Solo, Tourist Allergic and On A Budget in Florence, Italy, March 20, 2012
• A Beginner's Guide to Backpacking Mexico: FAQs, March 13, 2012
• Seven Free Sights in New York City, February 23, 2012 (1)
• Berghaus Jalan Review, February 13, 2012 (1)
• The Only Way is Down on the Swiss Slopes, January 29, 2012
• Backpacking Rome: Seven Free Things To Do, December 30, 2011
• South America Road Trip, December 9, 2011
• The Rock: Gibraltar, October 12, 2011
• Why Before Where, October 11, 2011
• 13 Seriously Strange Hotel Guest Requests, September 20, 2011 (1)
• Don’t Sleep on São Paulo, September 8, 2011
• Five must-have travel gadgets, August 18, 2011
• Exploring Majorca- On two feet, two wheels or a Segway?, August 11, 2011
• Life in the Arctic Circle, August 2, 2011
• Ontario: A Cultural Trip, July 28, 2011
• 5 Destinations not to miss in Eastern Europe, July 19, 2011 (5)
• Gap Year Globetrotter, June 28, 2011 (3)
• Algarve; a region of many facets, June 23, 2011
• The Centrally-Located American Midwest – Why Not?, June 21, 2011 (7)
• 21 Things You Never Want to Hear Your Flight Captain Say, June 21, 2011 (2)
• European Fliers urged to be vigilant following volcanic eruption, June 20, 2011
• Top 5 Places to Visit in Moscow, June 16, 2011 (1)
• Lost in translation in Bulgaria, June 9, 2011
• Top Five Things to do in London– on a Budget, June 5, 2011 (1)
• Take the time in your gap year to relax, June 4, 2011
• Gap Year in Orlando, June 3, 2011
• Three incredible experiences in Reykjavik, June 2, 2011 (2)
• Surviving Sicily: A Guide To Doing The Island Right, June 1, 2011
• Slovenia: Top 5 things to do on a budget, May 26, 2011 (1)
• 4 Not-To-Miss In Peru, May 24, 2011 (1)
• How to Teach English Overseas – A Review, May 18, 2011
• Planning a trip to Argentina, May 17, 2011 (4)
• Pottering around plentiful Prague, May 12, 2011
• Living the Dream: Mojosurf, May 11, 2011
• Irresistible Istanbul, May 5, 2011 (7)
• The Enigma of Tenerife, April 28, 2011 (2)
• Florida: More than just Disney, April 20, 2011 (3)
• Splendour without Diminishment – British Columbia on a budget, March 24, 2011
• The New Russia: Discover St Petersburg, March 22, 2011
• Affordable sights in Croatia, March 17, 2011 (2)
• Magnificent Malta, March 3, 2011 (1)
• European Music Festivals – Top Five, March 1, 2011 (2)
• 6 Dumb Reasons People Don't Travel, February 23, 2011 (9)
• Bosnia and Herzegovina Top 10, February 22, 2011 (7)
• Athens - Athena’s Legacy, February 17, 2011 (1)
• Top 4 places to go (get inebriated under the pretence of) wine tasting in Ontario, February 10, 2011
• Czech Republic: One Day in Brno, February 9, 2011 (2)
• Guatemala: For the Intrepid Explorer, February 8, 2011 (13)
• Top Five Things to do in Cyprus - on a Budget, February 3, 2011 (1)
• An ultimate guide to seeing Galapagos independently, January 26, 2011 (15)
• Turkey Holidays, January 24, 2011
• Norway - Europe’s Untouched Playground, December 15, 2010 (7)
• Over planning Your Gap Year is Overrated, December 14, 2010 (1)
• Top 5 Tips for Choosing Travel Insurance, November 23, 2010
• 4 Reasons Colombia Is Awesome, September 2, 2010 (5)
• 3 Ways to Travel to Your Dream Destination, August 26, 2010 (1)
• Thoughts on Holiday Planning, August 11, 2010 (1)
• HostelBookers Summer of Love Sale!, July 17, 2010
• Grenada, The Spice Isle, June 15, 2010 (5)
• The future of travel blogs, November 29, 2009 (2)

Europe  (41)

• 5 Authentic Ways to Experience Ukraine, March 6, 2012 (2)
• Awesome things to do in Cardiff, February 17, 2012
• Travelling around Europe: Accommodation on a budget, February 8, 2012
• Interlaken Switzerland - Balmers Herberge and Tent Village, January 3, 2012
• Travel Photo of the Week 10/10, October 10, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 03/10, October 3, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 26/09, September 26, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 19/09, September 19, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 12/09, September 12, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 05/09, September 5, 2011
• Stockhorn Bungy: Alpin Raft Interlaken, August 9, 2011
• Popping My Backpacking Cherry, July 12, 2011
• When In Rome, January 20, 2011 (9)

Featured  (1)

Interviews  (1)

• Gap Yah Exclusive: Interview and New Material from The Unexpected Items, May 4, 2011 (4)

Miscellaneous  (23)

• Goodbye 2011: Gap Year Escape’s Top 10, December 23, 2011
• Gap Year Escape’s Top 10, December 29, 2010 (2)
• Update: Goodbye 2010, December 21, 2010 (18)
• What iStockphotos taught me about travel, December 10, 2010 (21)
• You are NOT going to believe this…, December 1, 2010 (8)
• Travel Bloggers Unite Conference, October 13, 2010
• Happy Birthday Gap Year Escape, August 27, 2010 (4)
• Guest Contributors: Write For Us, July 29, 2010
• 25 Travel Blogs You Should Know About, April 27, 2010 (26)
• Travel Rant, April 15, 2010 (2)
• Top 5 Travel Songs, February 12, 2010 (1)
• STA World Traveller Internship: The Lindsay Clark Interview., February 9, 2010
• Feeling Lost? Follow these Top 50 Travel Twitters!, February 5, 2010 (22)
• Reasons to Travel, November 24, 2009 (1)
• International Comment Leaving Week!, November 21, 2009 (4)
• Even on the other side of the world..., November 19, 2009 (2)
• Top 50 Travel Blogs, November 12, 2009 (31)
• You thought I would forget, September 28, 2009
• My journey begins..., September 4, 2009
• Welcome to Gap Year Escape, August 21, 2009 (1)

North America  (26)

• 5 Amazing Outdoor Experiences in Cuba, April 23, 2012
• Travel Photo of the Week 29/08, August 29, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 22/08, August 22, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 15/08, August 15, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 08/08, August 8, 2011 (1)
• Travel Photo of the Week 01/08, August 1, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 25/07, July 25, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 18/07, July 18, 2011 (4)
• Travel Photo of the Week 04/07, July 4, 2011 (1)
• Travel Photo of the Week 27/06, June 27, 2011 (1)
• Travel Photo of the Week 20/06, June 20, 2011 (1)
• Travel Photo of the Week 06/06, June 6, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 30/05, May 30, 2011
• Travel Photo of the Week 23/05, May 23, 2011 (1)
• Amar 0 - Wall Street Bull 1, March 29, 2011 (3)
• Photo of the Week 28/03, March 28, 2011
• Photo of the Week 07/02, February 7, 2011
• Photo of the Week 25/10, October 25, 2010 (7)
• Photo of the Week 18/10, October 18, 2010
• Who’s that girl?, July 20, 2010 (10)

Photo of the Week  (80)

• Photo of the Week 22/11, November 22, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 08/11, November 8, 2010 (2)
• Photo of the Week 07/06, June 7, 2010 (4)

Reviews  (81)

• Gregory Women's Deva 60 Backpack, March 14, 2012
• Aspen Sport Adventure Outdoor and Trekking Rucksack - 65 L, March 14, 2012
• The North Face Trecking Backpack Terra 65, March 14, 2012
• Lowe Alpine TFX Lhotse Women's Rucksack, March 14, 2012
• Eureka Women's Archimedes Backpack (62+8 Litre), March 14, 2012
• Osprey Womens Ariel 65, March 14, 2012
• Vango Explorer 65 Litre Backpack (2011), March 10, 2012
• Vango Pumori 60+10 Rucksack, March 10, 2012
• Vango Sherpa 60+10 S Rucksack, March 10, 2012
• Tf Gear Force 8 Rucksack 90-110 Ltr, March 10, 2012
• Regatta Landtrek Rucksack, March 10, 2012
• Redstone Outdoors 75L Camping Rucksack / Backpack, March 10, 2012
• Berghaus C7 1 Series 65+10 Men's Rucksack, March 8, 2012
• Berghaus Women's Bioflex 50+10 Rucsac, March 8, 2012
• North Gear Camping Java 65L Rucksack, March 8, 2012
• MFH German Military Water-Resistant Rucksack Bag 65L, March 8, 2012
• Tracker 65 70 Litre Camping Backpack Rucksack Bag, March 8, 2012
• Lifeventure Travel Locks Review, March 8, 2012
• Lichfield Explorer 60+10 Rucksack, March 7, 2012
• Karrimor Jaguar 55 - 75 F Womens Fit Rucksack, March 7, 2012
• Karrimor Cheetah 50-70F Women's Rucksack, March 7, 2012
• Karrimor Panther 65 F Womens Fit Rucksack, March 7, 2012
• Karrimor Alpiniste 45+10 Rucksack, March 7, 2012
• Eye Mountaineer New 80L Rucksack Backpack Camping Hiking, March 6, 2012
• Eye Mountaineer Military CAMO RUCKSACK BACKPACK CAMPING HIKING BAG, March 6, 2012
• Gelert Discovery Rucksack - Black/Pewter, 65-85lt, March 6, 2012
• Gelert Global 60+15L Rucksack, March 6, 2012
• Highlander - Ben Nevis 66 Litre Rucksack, March 6, 2012
• Highlander - Rambler 66 Litre Rucksack, March 6, 2012
• Highlander 60 Litre Travel Rucksack With 15 Litre Daysack, March 6, 2012
• Highlander Travel Rucksack With 90 Litre Backpack and 25 Litre Daysack, March 6, 2012
• Jeep 70-75 Litre Travelling Bergen Backpack Rucksack Travel Bag, March 6, 2012
• Lafume Mont Blanc Backpack, March 6, 2012
• Montis Trek Trekking Backpack Review, March 3, 2012
• Montis Salmon Review, March 3, 2012
• Karabar Manaslu 80 Review, March 3, 2012
• Lifeventure Travel Towel Review, March 2, 2012
• Top 10 Best Backpacks for Women, March 2, 2012
• Top 10 Best Backpacks for Men, March 2, 2012
• Berghaus Verden Review, March 2, 2012
• Berghaus Torridon Review, March 1, 2012
• Silk Sleeping Bag Liner Review, February 27, 2012
• Swissgear 15.6 Inch Laptop Backpack Review, February 15, 2012
• Swiss World Travel Mains Adapter With USB Port Review, February 15, 2012
• PowerTraveller Explorer Solar Power Charger Device Review, February 15, 2012
• Maglite Mini Mag AA Holster Combo Pack Black Review, February 15, 2012
• Lifesystems Ultralight Mosquito Net Review, February 15, 2012
• Lifesystems Mosquito Net Hanging Kit Review, February 15, 2012
• Leather travel document wallet Review, February 15, 2012
• Joby Gorillapod Original Review, February 15, 2012
• iRay Universal World Travel Adapter With USB Review, February 14, 2012
• Integral USB 2.0 Single Slot SD Reader Review, February 14, 2012
• Draper 20-Litre Dry Bag Review, February 14, 2012
• Bear Grylls Survival Series Ultimate Kit Review, February 14, 2012
• After Bite - Insect Bite Remedy Review, February 14, 2012
• Lifesystems First Aid Kit Reviews, January 9, 2012
• Head Torch Reviews, January 2, 2012
• Andrew James Digital Luggage Travel Scales, January 1, 2012
• Top 10 Best Travel Day Packs, January 1, 2012
• The pre:travel guide, Your Step-By-Step Guide to Prepare for RTW Travel, May 25, 2011
• Thank You to our Sponsors!, August 3, 2010
• Twitter For Travelers Review, June 17, 2010 (1)

Social Media  (3)

• Travel Bloggers Unite – Get your discount tickets here!, December 21, 2010
• Top 50 Travel Blogs 2010, October 19, 2010 (30)

South America  (5)

Travel Advice  (34)

• Gap Year Travel Insurance Guide, March 4, 2012
• My Bucket List: STA Travel Insurance’s Adventure and Dangerous Sports, November 9, 2011
• TNT Sun & Snow Travel Show, October 13, 2011
• A Backpacker’s Guide to Hostel Sex, August 25, 2011
• A Level Results 2011 Disappointment? How about a Gap Year?, August 18, 2011 (1)
• Move: Travel Inspiration, August 4, 2011
• 5 Travellers You’ll Love to Hate, July 26, 2011
• Airport Security Fun, April 12, 2011 (3)
• Mixed Messages, March 8, 2011 (4)
• Flip Flops – A Gap Year Essential, November 10, 2010 (6)
• Doppelganger, September 30, 2010
• Travel Photography, August 24, 2010
• 30 Couple Travel Blogs: If they can do it, you can!, August 4, 2010 (19)
• Travel Advice in 3 Words, May 13, 2010 (2)
• STA Travelbuzz, April 3, 2010
• Top 10 Gap Year Travel Backpacks, March 11, 2010 (7)
• Top 10 Travel Websites, January 20, 2010 (4)
• Top 50 Inspirational Travel Quotes, November 15, 2009 (8)
• Top 10 Travel Essentials for your Gap Year Backpack, November 10, 2009 (2)
• Top 5 Round The World Ticket Providers, August 26, 2009 (1)
• Pill head?, August 24, 2009

Travel Kit  (62)

• How to successfully pack your backpack, August 23, 2009 (3)

Tuesday Traveller  (1)

• Tuesday Traveller: Lindsay Hogg – Stripping for Travel, May 15, 2012

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