It’s probably not necessary to point out the irony when a man who made his name being as conspicuous as possible chooses to travel in dangerous, politically sensitive or inviolable spots of human habitation. Continue Reading

If you’re lucky enough to be planning a trip to Asia go off the beaten track to experience some of the real highlights of the region. Make friends with the amazing Orangutans and watch giant green turtles come ashore to lay their eggs in Borneo. Continue Reading

When I returned to Denmark after two weeks in Russia I was confined to my bed for a few days to get over my long and enjoyable journey. Although after this rest and re-cooperation I knew I had an assignment to hand in and being in ‘holiday-mode’ made it the last thing I wanted to do! Continue Reading

So my time in St Petersburg was over and a new adventure was just a 10-hour train journey away to Moscow. Continue Reading

I had been looking forward to my trip to Russia since June 2009. Excitement forced me to stay awake and to head to the airport early. I live in a part of Copenhagen called Emdrup which is 8km from the city centre. The Airport is located on the other side of the city which meant that I would have to leave earlier than many of the others on the trip, but maybe not as early as I did! Continue Reading

It was during my first open day at the University of Leicester that Erasmus caught my eye.

I remember a passionate student regaling me with stories of how they had enjoyed their time abroad. I also discovered that as a law student I would receive a unique type of LLB for my year abroad (providing I pass the year). It was these reasons that convinced me to take the wise decision to ‘go for it’. Continue Reading