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Here you’ll find top tips for working holidaymakers, our picks for this year’s best tourist destinations, business travel advice & much more



8 Tourist Traps That Tourists Will Actually Enjoy

Are there places you want to tick off your bucket list or breathtaking landmarks that you want to experience? Why not visit one of the many tourist traps around the world? Now look, we get it! ‘Tourist trap attractions’ or ‘best tourist traps’ can often equate to destinations that are overpriced, overcrowded and, ultimately, not […]

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The 10 Best Countries to Retire to Across the World

What are the best spots for retirement around the world, you may wonder? This greatly depends on your personal preferences. However, there are many opportunities to explore different cultures and lands during that time of our lives. Whether it’s an English-speaking realm, an affordable lifestyle or breath-taking scenery you are looking for, there is somewhere […]

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TOP 25 BACKPACKING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

Backpacking is an inexpensive multi day hike, in which you rent low cost accommodation or camp and have all that you need in one single backpack! As a backpacker you can go for a trip from a few days, weeks or months to years travelling to different countries. You can visit countries simply as a […]

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Top Tourist Destinations in Asia

Asia’s top tourist destinations offer a healthy dose of adventure, from megacities to rural areas. As the biggest and most diverse continent, it is also one of the most mysterious ones. It has so much to see and do that it’s difficult to limit it down to a shortlist.

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Simplify Your Business Trips With These Travel Hacks

Anyone who’s been on a business trip knows that it can be exhausting. Unfortunately, most professional situations require you to remain super calm, cool and collected – which is exactly why you should avoid unnecessary stress by fool-proofing your travel plans. If you want to know how to guarantee that your business trip runs like clockwork, […]

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How To Plan A Trip Abroad: Top 15 Travel Tips

There’s a lot to think about when planning a trip abroad. From getting your visa to booking accommodation, to having enough money, it can all be quite stressful. In this guide, we’ll help you plan your trip step-by-step and give you useful travel tips and tricks to make it as stress-free as possible!

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Top 10 Destinations For A Christmas Getaway

The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching and we are super excited! Busy streets, seasonal drinks, bright lights, it’s all ahead of us for Christmas. If you’re planning a getaway this festive season, we couldn’t blame you.

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Top 3 Most Relaxing World Destinations

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s more important than ever to find time for relaxation and rejuvenation. Whether you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life or simply unwind after a long day, there are plenty of amazing destinations around the world that offer the perfect escape.

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Update


As of 15 March 2025, Visa First will no longer process new visa or work permit applications. Learn more here.

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