Globetrooper Travel Blog

Helsinki is a fascinating historical European city with its very own archipelago, Helsinki is the capital city of Finland.  This modern city offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle that has something for every kind of twenty first century traveler. The seasons provide a fresh change from the … Continue reading →

In the Berlin underground train system, there’s a particular green door. Thousands of people pass it everyday on the way to work, completely oblivious to what’s behind it. But here, where no one would think otherwise, you can get a taste of Berlin’s bizarre recent … Continue reading →

Some of the standout trips on Globetrooper this week include adventure travelers seeking trip partners for South American adventure trails, trans Siberian road trips and many more exciting voyages of global discovery.

The razzle, dazzle, glitz and glamor of the Las Vegas strip is an extraordinary spectacle to experience and behold. It’s exhilarating to drink in the lavish, extravagant visual displays, sounds and smells that come at you on a non-stop basis. However, the constant flashing lights, … Continue reading →

If you’ve never been to Bali in Indonesia then you owe it to yourself to visit the island which, according to many frequent visitors, is one of the most peaceful and beautiful to be found anywhere on the planet. It’s also been remarked that the … Continue reading →

It is the time of year to plan winter vacations and travel expeditions for the more adventurous. What will it be this winter, hiking or skiing in the alps, a spot of rock climbing in the Nevada desert, river rafting down the Amazon river or … Continue reading →

The Rickshaw Challenge was conceived in 2006 by Aravind Bremanandam, from Tamil Nadu in India. Aravind’s passion for motor cars and driving led him to setup the challenge of driving Rickshaws across several exciting routes through the cities and countryside of India.

Organizing a trip or adventure vacation is an exciting proposition for all of us hoping to embark on new global expeditions and exploration. How many times have we sat huddled in front of a computer screen plotting exciting destinations, activities and our ideal travel itinerary? … Continue reading →

Our ability to travel to far-away places for adventure in a relatively short period of time, as well as to interface with people on the other side of the globe via the likes of Skype and instant messaging, has opened up multi-globalism, and expats are … Continue reading →

As December commences and the year 2011 enters its final phase it is clear that a lot of Globetroopers are thinking very seriously about their 2012 trip or vacation. For some though the final month of the year is an urgent last minute attempt to … Continue reading →

A camera is meant to capture special moments and preserve those memories in time. It is a vital piece of kit for travelers; you’ll be able to look back at all those pictures decades from now and remember every place, each moment and every person … Continue reading →

Wandering the labyrinthine streets, indulging in rich coffee and gelato, sampling the local pizza and pasta options, shopping on the Rialto Bridge, and relaxing in the Piazza San Marco are all fabulous ways to spend your time in Venice. It is not uncommon for visitors … Continue reading →