Category Archives: Travel

10 Crazy Forms of Human Transportation

Posted on March 12, 2015 by noel in Travel

Granted, getting a free rental car or a free campervan is crazy in itself, so at Transfercar we feel we fall into the category of crazy forms of transportation. However it seems that there is always crazier than crazy, so if you are into the most insane ways to have your body transported, check out those options. 1. Orbit Wheels (featured image above) According to its inventors, Orbitwheels is a new concept for wheeled sports and the idea is simple: two feet, two wheels…and you’re ready to go!...Read More

How to Save Money on the Road

Posted on January 5, 2015 by noel in Travel, Travel Tips

Yes! You can save money while travelling! Just look at how much money you’ve saved with your free Transfercar rental. And then follow these rules and you’ll save even more money… Food Rules Most travellers spend way too much money on drive-thru food. Not only is it expensive, but it’s going to make you feel tired and sluggish, two things you don’t want to feel while driving a Transfercar! Bring a cooler with you so that you can make grocery runs along your trip. Bring the necessary cutlery and treat...Read More

The World’s Top 10 Most Dangerous Roads

Posted on December 22, 2014 by noel in Travel, Uncategorized

We’ve traversed the earth to bring you ten of the most scary, interesting, beautiful and down right dangerous roads on the planet. Thanks to our research and the awesome powers of the internet you can relax and explore these places from the safety of your own couch. Enjoy the ride. Zojila Pass, India If you can make this pass through the blustering winds and heavy snowfalls, we salute you. But watch out for the sheep! Even when the sun is shining on your curry-stuffed belly, the roads are ridiculously...Read More

Hostels: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Posted on December 16, 2014 by noel in Accommodation, Backpacking & Accommodation, Travel

Fun Fact: Good hostels can be hard to come by. Places can be very hit or miss and often the reason a hostel is great has more to do with the location more so than anything else. When trying to pick a good hostel there are a few things to consider Price Budget travellers have a natural preference to go for the cheapest accommodation but that can sometimes bite back. Many cheap hostels are unclean, the showers are filthy and the pressure is terrible, and the place could be rife with bed bugs! The lower the price...Read More

Bondi Beach: Not Just Babes in Bikinis and Boardies

Posted on December 12, 2014 by noel in Australia, Sights & Attractions, Travel

If you’re planning a trip to Australia, there’s no better place to start than at Bondi Beach, the most popular beach in Sydney, New South Wales. Located just 7 km east of Sydney’s CBD, Bondi Beach is a golden sand beach so iconic to the Aussies that it was added to the Australian National Heritage list in 2008. The scenery is absolutely fabulous and I’m not just talking about all the fit people in bathers! Lara Bingle I’m looking at you, girl! One of the best views isthe Great Wide Blue: the Pacific...Read More

Editor’s Pick for Best Travel Blogs

Posted on November 26, 2014 by noel in Sights & Attractions, Travel, Travel Tips

Ok. There are literally tens of thousands, no, possibly millions of travel blogs out there in the World Wide Web that cater to every, and any, traveller’s tastes. Over the year, we’re going to publish our picks of the most popular travel blogs and the ones we believe are the most inspiring, too. If you come across some that you think we should have a look at then get in touch as we’d love to see them! Young Adventuress is a darling blog geared toward adventure and slow travel. Liz Carlson began...Read More