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Worldwide adventures on a tight time schedule

If you're looking to get out and see more of the world, then there's no reason that a tight schedule should restrict your travel dreams. There is a whole range of adventure travel and backpacker opportunities available for eager travellers these days, and you don't need to stretch your budget too much - or take too much time out of your everyday life. With the world's greatest travel routes possible to pursue in 2-4 weeks, there's no need to spend a dreary vacation at home!

  • Southeast Asia

    If the long winter back home is getting you down, there's never been a better time to check out the wonders of Southeast Asia. Take your pick of tranquil temples, pulsing cities, beachside bliss or mountain retreats and get prepared for an eye-opening escape. Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and southern China are all easily accessible from international transport hubs such as Bangkok, and the route between Vietnam and China along the Mekong River represents one of the world's greatest D.I.Y travel opportunities. Organise your Kunming, Hanoi or Bangkok hotels in advance, as these bustling big cities can be difficult to navigate for first-time visitors, however you have the option of organising coastal or highland accommodation on arrival.

  • East Coast Australia

    Whether you start from Melbourne or Sydney, the overland route to Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef has been a backpackers dream for decades. Many international travellers take a working holiday visa and settle in for an extended duration of working and travelling "down under", but it's possible to avoid the long shifts in Sydney hotels and bars and instead hit the road straight away. Rent a car and trail up the east coast of New South Wales, stopping in Byron Bay, and then through the aptly named towns and regions of Queensland, like Surfer's Paradise and the Sunshine Coast. Don't forget high-protection sun cream and get set for the trip of a lifetime!

  • New York, New York

    This mythical city is a destination in itself, not matter the duration of the trip. See the sights and live the life in New York, an eclectic city that promises a little something for everyone. From the city's gritty history of immigration and poverty to living the highlife sipping cocktails in bars in iconic New York hotels, this is one city that never sleeps and ensures a great time for one and all.

  • The European Whirlwind

    Culture vultures take heed - think you've seen Europe? Well there's still so much to see. With many travellers picking the European national capitals and aiming to sleep in a hotel in a different country each night, there still leaves a lot to be seen and experienced. Next time, focus on the one country, say France, and discover the diversity within the one nation. From the champagne and beer lands of the northeast to the red wines and cognacs of the southwest, France offers a little sample of everything. But it's not just the drink - or even the food - that makes this European gem so renowned. With two of Europe's key mountain ranges, access to the surf at Biarritz, the Mediterranean in the south or the Atlantic to the north, a trip to France doesn’t need to be confined to the hotel bars, street side cafes, traditional brasseries or the museums of Paris.

  • West Coast North America

    Speaking of living dreams, the west coast of Canada, the United States and Mexico can ensure you the trip of a lifetime. Start from the north and set towards the south to seek out the sun in winter for an unforgettable experience. With must-see destinations along the way, you'll be easily accommodated in Vancouver, Los Angeles and San Francisco hotels without too much prior organisation. On crossing the border into Mexico the choices are vast: catching waves in Baja California or further south at Puerto Escondido, basking by the blue waters of the Caribbean, or checking out the culture in Mexico City.