The Travel Exchangers

Lace up those hiking boots and escape to the mountains! We are so lucky to be surrounded by lush green landscapes, rivers, sea views and mountains on this gorgeous island of ours, making Ireland the perfect place to go hiking. In recent years, hiking has exploded in popularity with thousands of new hikers now taking to our hills, mountains and walking trails each week to relax in nature, work up a sweat, or simply reconnect with pals or with themselves. If you need some inspiration for your next hike then check out our suggestions for three of the most scenic hikes in Ireland: Glendalough, Co Wicklow Glendalough is a relatively short drive from Dublin making it the perfect option for a day trip. It never fails to disappoint due to its natural beauty and vast history associated with the area - the monastic settlement here dates back to the 6th century (Geraghty, 2021). Glendalough has a range of trails to choose from offering challenging hikes like the Spinc (the white route) to short, ...

The country known for its friendly and happy people is also the destination to experience paradise on earth. Images by Unplash Brazil, my Brazil! A country of continental proportions, with a mixture of cultures that makes every part of it different, with a rich gastronomy, paradisiacal places and that receptivity that the whole world loves!                                                                                              Video by Visit Brasil Some quick information about Brazil: The official language is Portuguese (derived from the language of Portugal but with an accent and some different expressions) The current population of 215,793,932 people Formed by 26 States and 1 Federal District Its capital...

  The Philippines, a gem sitting in a tropical region has vast natural resources ranging from beaches to grasslands, and rich vegetation ranging from hills to mountains--- making it a superb topography for those wanderlusts who seek true adventure. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A tiny country of more than 7,000 verdant islands situated in the Southeastern part of Asia is a tourist mecca for both local and international travellers alike. Our country is strategically located just above the equator and surrounded by seas and the mighty Pacific Ocean, which makes it a perfect hub for beach-lovers who wanted their skin tanned and die-hard surfers who longed for a colossal wave ride.  Not removing the fact that the Philippines had been in trade relations with neighbouring countries in the earlier times, and with its 300+ years of Spanish Crown colonisation, this country has a lot of cultural ...

Ok, it’s no secret that Dublin is not the cheapest city, for both residents and visitors alike. In fact a study conducted by money.co.uk last year identified Dublin as Europe’s Most Expensive Place to Visit ahead of Prague in second place and Edinburgh in third (Andrews, 2022). That's not exactly a list any city wants to be top of... However, we're here to reassure you that Dublin is extremely doable on a budget so if you’re looking to plan a weekend visit that won’t break the bank, then fear not. You’ve come to the right place. Here are our best tips for a budget friendly weekend in Dublin. Parks You will be spoilt for choice in Dublin with loads of parks to explore in the city centre such as St Stephen’s Green and Iveagh Gardens. The Phoenix Park is not only historic but also one of the largest enclosed parks in Europe (Civitatis, 2023). It is home to the President of Ireland as well as the US Ambassador plus you can see hundreds of wild deer that have been living there for...