Go Discover Abroad Blogs

It’s not just about honeymoons anymore, first dates can be uber romantic too.  And what’s better than a candlelit cozy dinner in your favorite restaurant? Well, it’s several dinners with your beloved in some of the most romantic cities in the world! Pick up some sensuous Salsa moves in the Caribbeans or confess your love as you cruise along the Danube river and soak up the spectacular view of Vienna. Team Go Discover Abroad gets you the select few recommendations for a perfect romantic getaway in some of the most romantic destinations in the world.   

A lifetime opportunity to explore, understand and travel responsibly across different countries in South America. Available in 8 countries that include Costa Rica, Peru, Cuba, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua, the Americas are a treat for any enthusiastic gap year traveler.

A potpourri of cultures, cuisines, beliefs, languages, and ways of living, South East Asia is diversely beautiful and its countries are distinct in their depths but related in their essence. Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar/Burma, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam – these are the countries which make up the magical and marvelously mixed melting pot known as South East Asia.

Hosting its travelers to an equitable climate, Portugal is a beloved traveling destination throughout the year. Beautifully blending an old world charm with a contemporary buzz, this erstwhile socialist country that exercises a significant imperial influence on its former colonies is the fourth most peaceful country in the world. Offering its visitors a great learning opportunity, besides is picturesque landscapes, there’s a lot that an enthusiastic traveler can do in Portugal. Take a look at this succinct and quick suggestion on things to do while traveling in Portugal. 

Being the continent that gave the world ‘modern democracy’, renaissance and ideas that still inspire the world, Europe is also blessed with a rich indigenous history, culture, language, and food. With vibrant cities that are home to several pristine beaches, snow capped mountains, cobblestone streets, and some of the most instagram worthy spots to travel to, there’s no match to spending a gap year in Europe.

Bid Adieu to wintertime chills and head to sunshine soaked Australia this Christmas and experience the majesty of the land down under. Situated in Southern Hemisphere, Australia runs on an opposite weather from the Northern Hemisphere - with summer from December through February, and winter from June through August. From the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, to the vineyards scattered across the country, to Sydney’s pristine beaches, and the world renowned pitches of Perth, Australia has something to offer every type of traveler. 

Does the thought of visiting a real Kingdom fascinate you? Well, guess what Cambodia is! Actually, Cambodia is said to be the erstwhile Khmer empire and a mighty realm of Gods. It has some timeless landscapes, stunning beaches, elusive wildlife, and mysterious temples to boast its various tropical adventures that combine a mix of Cambodia’s old and new to leave you in awe. The best time to take a budget trip and explore Cambodia is from November to February because then, the weather neither remains too hot nor too cold and is perfect for a holiday experience in Cambodia.

Chinese Festivals are simply magnificent and laced with mystery and spirituality. These guys really know how to breathe life into celebrations and if you ever decide to do yourself a favour by going to China during a festive season, then we promise you, the Chinese charm will get imprinted in your memory forever.

Away from the cushiony comforts of home, trekking trails are often liberating. It's almost like a well-deserved view of the verdurous landscape of remote villages, blessed with rushing rivers set against the heaven-like backdrop of peaks that are as beautiful and as inviting as a forbidden fruit - only the consequences of accepting that invitation as uncertain. Unlike your usual walks in the park, hiking is not just leisure, it’s more about the hard work you do to deserve the roads less traveled by.

Most of the Indian travelers only dream of traveling abroad and keep postponing their international vacations thinking that it's gonna be very expensive! Often, you would think that you would never have enough money to travel abroad. But honestly, those days are no longer real, when a foreign vacation needed a lump sum!