Planning a Trip to Java

If You Could Travel Right Now, Where Would You Go?

"All you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination. " ~Earl Nightingale Thistles and Coos offers relatable and relevant travel advice. We are committed to...

10 Creative Ways To Save Money For Your Next Trip

“You don’t have to be rich to travel well.” ~Eugene Fodor If you say you can’t afford to travel, then STOP THAT. Please don't misunderstand us, we don’t encourage drowning in debt...

Safari Guide: Making the Most of Your African Safari

No matter how many photos you’ve seen, or how many episodes of Animal Planet you have watched, the first moment you see African animals roaming and living in their natural habitat will...

How to Organize Your Road Trip: Our 13 Tips!

Making a good road-trip is not something you can improvise. To avoid unpleasant surprises, here are our 13 tips that will help you prepare for it and make it a success! A road-trip is something...

Pros & Cons Of Studying Abroad

In August 2017, I was 19-years-old and still living with my mum. I had never lived alone before, but I was about to make the massive step of not only moving out but moving halfway across the...

How To Save For A Trip

I’ve been on many trips in my life, and the one thing I’ve learnt is that if you run out of money, you’re screwed. I’m not saying money is everything, but it is when you’re on holiday...