• The perfect picture; are people taking it a shot too far?

    We live in a society of social media addicts, and who doesn’t love getting a nice picture to upload onto their feed, especially abroad. Personally, I like getting a cute picture in the sun and I love a good backdrop. However, recent fatal accidents have highlighted a new danger...
  • Sri Lanka Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel’ 2019: But Why?

    Sri Lanka, the teardrop of India, is a paradise island that holds all the beauty of Asia and the bright vibrant colours of India in a less crowded quiet place. The country has had a sudden upsurge in tourism in the last few years, despite the end of the...
  • Impact Language Guide: Tagalog

    If you ever find yourself in the Philippines, English is widely spoken, and you might just get away with not having to speak any Tagalog whilst you are there. However, if you want to impress the locals and have a more meaningful experience, here are some phrases and expressions...
  • Travel Inspiration: Top Haunted Places in the World

    Whatever one’s opinion on the paranormal, everyone loves a spooky ghost story, especially in the run up to Halloween. So here’s a list of top five most haunted places around the globe for you to visit. Pluckley Village, Kent, England A village with as small of a population as...
  • Tips for Interrailling 

    I went interrailing with two of my friends for six weeks in March last year. I had the most amazing time and would strongly recommend it. Here are some top tips to get the best out of your experience. Research before choosing your destination – how much is there...
  • Home Run: Hull Is Where the Heart Is

    Kingston upon Hull has had a long, ugly past of being deemed one of the UK’s worst cities, which I believe is totally undeserved. The recent capital of culture investment has only added to the changing perception of this rising city and it really isn’t as bad as you...
  • Top Tips for Italian Adventures

    Impact Travel‘s Italian expert, Olivia, lets us in on her special tips and tricks for the perfect holiday in beautiful Italy. From the practical to the tea-related, read on for everything you need to know for a pain-free Italian adventure… Italy in general:  Do your research before you visit...