Currently Browsing: travel
Think Bangkok and your mind wouldn’t automatically think of Islam or Muslims. Whilst the capital of Thailand is well known for its party scene, ladyboys and backpackers, there’s a side to the city that goes entirely missed. Muslims make up Thailand’s largest religious minority, mostly living in the southernmost provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani, Yala, and […]
With the UK being steeped in history, culture and talent, museums stand to showcase it all. Home to a whole host of some of the finest museums in the world, it’s not just about the Tate Britain and the oft-visited Science Museum. From Coffin Works to Black Country, there’s plenty more to explore and discover […]
Long before Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus, Muslims travelled from one end of Africa to the depths of China. The names of some are famous such as Ibn Batutta, Ibn Jubayr and Al-Maqarri. Whilst they all travelled for different purposes, something innately drove them to traverse difficult paths to reach an end. Before the advent […]
Cape Town is a melting pot of different cultures and scenery and is beautifully overlooked by the dramatic Table Mountain. For budget travellers, visiting Cape Town may be daunting with its expensive price tags and luxury accommodation. But the reality is that navigating Cape Town need not be difficult if you’re on a limited budget. […]
September can be a strange and daunting time. The days are shorter, the weather turns colder, and kids start to settle back into school. Many of us go back to uni and the rest of us are trying to adjust our lifestyles again as we exit the summer holidays. It’s almost as if we don’t have […]
Winter may be around the corner, but there’s still time to enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of Great Britain. Whether you’re looking for a weekend break or a day trip, travelling around the UK is best done by train. Taking a railway journey across the UK gives you the chance to slow down and take in what […]
