The old vs the new. Nowhere incorporates the modern and the ancient like Japan. Ancient traditions and Thousand-year old temples nestle quietly between modern skyscrapers and karaoke bars, while Kimono’s go unnoticed amongst modern fashion trends and flashing neon signs light up farmer’s old paddy fields. Japan is a country that is fascinatingly foreign, despite […]
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Sydney is Australia’s largest, oldest and most expensive city; and it is easy to see why. Commonly mistaken for Australia’s capital (which it is not), Sydney hugs the east coast and proudly surrounds the world’s largest natural harbour and stretches towards the incredible Blue Mountains to the West. Ranking 10th in the world in terms of quality of living, […]
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Thailand, the land of a thousand smiles. Islands dotted with palm trees overhanging white beaches, long tail boat filling the hot tropical waters and spice infused cuisine; Thailand is one of the greatest, most memorable travel destinations you’re ever likely to experience. Stunning scenery, captivating temples, ancient villages, soaring mountains, mouth-watering food and incredible hospitality, […]
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One of the biggest myths about backpacking, or traveling in general, is that it’s expensive, and you need to have a lot of money in order to do it. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Need an example? Look no further than the bearded 30-year-old man talking to you right now.. I watch my friends […]
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This story brings you back to one of the best weeks of my life- the simpler days. Throughout this article, you will meet myself (George Game) and Tom Ward (my travelling buddy) as we raced through the spiralling roads Vietnam. Who is George Game? Occupation: Founder / CEO of GoKo Travels Early in 2014, with little money and […]
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Thailand, the land of a thousand smiles. Islands dotted with palm trees overhanging white beaches, long tail boat filling the hot tropical waters and spice infused cuisine; Thailand is one of the greatest, most memorable travel destinations you’re ever likely to experience. Stunning scenery, captivating temples, ancient villages, soaring mountains, mouth-watering food and incredible hospitality, Thailand magically […]
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As we slide into 2019, are you beginning to wonder where is best to start your new year adventures? Here at GoKo-travels we have your back will a list of top places to visit this year: 1) Nepal Oh, Nepal – the Himalayan Kingdom – You really are a beauty! Home to the great Mount Everest […]
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The year is almost over, which means for some of you, your travels are coming to an end. Yet, for others, it means your next big adventure is just around the corner! Before I hit the road 4 years ago, I never read. Ever. In fact, the thought scared me. I didn’t have the time […]
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Travelling alone for the first time can be daunting and scary. Stepping outside your comfort zone for the first time is something us humans are not very good at. It’ll make you feel uneasy doing things you’ve never done before, but so does going for an interview right? If you didn’t bite the bullet and sit down in […]
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We slowly approached the wooden dock on the beach. “Bienvenidos a Padre Cocha” read the big white letters on the hill. 20 foot collectivo boats lined the shore. People got on and off, carrying groceries and cargo they had purchased in Iquitos. Others stood still, staring and laughing at me as I tried not to lose my balance […]
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