10 Best Destinations for Backpackers in March!

This march is an opportunity for you to travel and visit those places that are foreign to you. There are so many destinations that are popular and are worth visiting for. Add this list to yours.

Sri Lanka

Flights are affordable and the country is still reasonably cheap and un - touristy. We had a chat to Jordan (hostel manager, St Kilda bar crawl host, Sushi enthusiast and all round top bloke), who recently travelled Sri Lanka by Tuk Tuk and Scooter. In his words, "30 years of civil war came to an end in 2009 which opened Sri Lanka's doors to tourism with attractions including tea plantations, wildlife viewing, jungles and beaches. Right now as the word is still getting out, there's an opportunity to get in before the tourist crowds. But don't expect it to last for much longer."

Colombia

Colombia describes Colombians as "some of the friendliest and most inquisitive people. Such varied terrain means that there's always something to see, do and photograph. It's got everything, from the laidback Caribbean coast, to football madness and a fierce political history and a morbid history that still resonates today."

 South Africa

South Africa has been on the radar for a number of years, but international tourism has really taken off recently. Southern tip of Africa for great food and wine, great beaches or get lost in Kruger National Park while spotting animals in the wild. An absolute must do for the bucket list."

Israel

 Jerusalem is clearly the historical and cultural capital and the winding cavernous streets that populate the old city are full of exciting landmarks. People wise it's by far the most packed in, forced diversity I've witnessed. I'd recommend jumping on the bus from the Damascus Gate to the West Bank city of Ramallah. The Palestine people have been given a bad rap for a long time, but I met some of the friendliest people I've ever met during my days in Ramallah - try Taybeh the Palestinian beer, or sit with the old gents on the sidewalks for a Hookah and a game of Shesh Besh." Tensions and violence have escalated the last week in Jerusalem. Always check safety cautions with your local government.

Iceland

Iceland has been included in lists of best travel destinations, primarily for the country's "natural attractions, from the hot springs to its striking mountains and plains," as well as the capital city's thriving "artistic scene." Iceland's geysers, glaciers, thermal springs and sulphuric smell of egg in the air are comparable to the volcanic activity of New Zealand - either way, it's on our list. Iceland... we're coming for you!

Uruguay

Uruguay has also made our list! Why? It's cheap and a little off the traditional South American trail. Nestled between Brazil and Argentina, this little touch of paradise is really only visited by those backpackers not following the traditional route from Rio to Buenes Aires. Uruguay's La Barra Beach has constantly been named one of the world's best party beaches. Need we say more?

Australia

Australia is amazing for backpackers! Australia has a little something for everyone; from a unique culture to endless stretches of surf beach, the world's largest living organism (the Great Barrier Reef), the world's oldest living organism (the Stomatalites) and the world's largest sand island (Fraser Island)

Nepal

Nepal’s Trekking through the Himalayas has for a long time been a major tourist attraction.The views of the mightly and glowing 'Fish Tail' from Annapuran Base Camp really put into perspective just how insignificant we really are. Much of the guest houses in Pokhara and Kathmandu are still open for business and the Nepalese people, despite the tragic events, remain friendly and hospitable. Nepal is extremely affordable for any budget conscious traveller and the country's rich history, colourful Stupas, bustling cities and mountainous wonders are a sight to be seen. Tip: Try the local Dal Bhat!

New Zealand

Why does New Zealand make the cut? Backpacker buses make for an affordable yet flexible means of travel throughout the country, and a great way to meet other travellers. The country's landscape is so diverse that your entire New Zealand journey will be made of vastly different snapshots and experiences: Volcanic Lakes, Hiking through Mountains, Learning to surf in Raglan, White Water Rafting down the world's highest commercially rafted waterfall, Hobbiton, Bungy Jumping, Skydiving, Hanggliding - the list goes on!

Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is small and diverse, which means you don't have to travel too far to experience all that the country has on offer. Rainforest, rocky coastlines, surf beaches, mountains and Caribbean islands... what more could you ask for? The historic capital city of San Juan is home to World Heritage Listed 16th century Forts, El Morro being the most popular, and has catered for backpackers in the form of cheap hostels, food and a bustling party scene. To save your dollars and chillax, we recommend a trip to the popular island of Rincon off the Puerto Rico's west coast. The island boasts world class surf, tropical rainforest, scuba diving, snorkeling, whale watching and beach front bars.

How about that huh? So what are you waiting for? Let us travel now.

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Different types of ginseng exists, with the 6 year-old Korean Red Ginseng being the most sought after. In the past, this type of ginseng were only reserved for the Emperor and royalties.

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“The Keto Diet Guide: 10 Best Foods to Eat”

A ketogenic diet typically limits carbs to 20–50 grams per day. While this may seem challenging, many nutritious foods can easily fit into this way of eating. Here are 10 healthy foods to eat on a ketogenic diet.

Seafood

Fish and shellfish are very keto-friendly foods. Salmon and other fish are rich in B vitamins, potassium and selenium, yet virtually carb-free

While these shellfish can still be included on a ketogenic diet, it's important to account for these carbs when you're trying to stay within a narrow range.

Cheese

Cheese is both nutritious and delicious.

There are hundreds of types of cheese. Fortunately, all of them are very low in carbs and high in fat, which makes them a great fit for a ketogenic diet.

Avocados

Avocados are incredibly healthy.

Avocados are high in several vitamins and minerals, including potassium, an important mineral many people may not get enough of. What's more, a higher potassium intake may help make the transition to a ketogenic diet easier.

Meat and Poultry

Meat and poultry are considered staple foods on a ketogenic diet.

Fresh meat and poultry contain no carbs and are rich in B vitamins and several minerals, including potassium, selenium and zinc

They're also a great source of high-quality protein, which has been shown to help preserve muscle mass during a very low-carb diet.

Eggs

Eggs are one of the healthiest and most versatile foods on the planet.

One large egg contains less than 1 gram of carbs and fewer than 6 grams of protein, making eggs an ideal food for a ketogenic lifestyle.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil has unique properties that make it well suited for a ketogenic diet.

To begin with, it contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). Unlike long-chain fats, MCTs are taken up directly by the liver and converted into ketones or used as a rapid source of energy.

In fact, coconut oil has been used to increase ketone levels in people with Alzheimer's disease and other disorders of the brain and nervous system.

Olive Oil

Olive oil provides impressive benefits for your heart.

It's high in oleic acid, a monounsaturated fat that has been found to decrease heart disease risk factors in many studies.

In addition, extra-virgin olive oil is high in antioxidants known as phenols. These compounds further protect heart health by decreasing inflammation and improving artery function

Nuts and Seeds

Nuts and seeds are healthy, high-fat and low-carb foods.

Frequent nut consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, certain cancers, depression and other chronic diseases. Furthermore, nuts and seeds are high in fiber, which can help you feel full and absorb fewer calories overall.

Although all nuts and seeds are low in net carbs, the amount varies quite a bit among the different types.

Dark Chocolate and Cocoa Powder

Dark chocolate and cocoa are delicious sources of antioxidants.

In fact, cocoa has been called a "super fruit," because it provides at least as much antioxidant activity as any other fruit, including blueberries and acai berries.

Dark chocolate contains flavanols, which may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure and keeping arteries healthy.

Berries

Most fruits are too high in carbs to include on a ketogenic diet, but berries are an exception.

Berries are low in carbs and high in fiber.

In fact, raspberries and blackberries contain as much fiber as digestible carbs.

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10 Best Destinations for Solo Travelers in March

"You only live once". Live with no regrets. Travel as much as you can. Don't cage yourself away from the beauty of the world. Discover them now. We provide just the right list of places to visit for solo travelers.

1. Lombok and the Gili Islands, Indonesia

Not as overrun as its more famous neighbour Bali, Lombok is gaining a sterling reputation with independent travellers who want to learn to surf, snorkel or dive. Inland, lush green paddy fields stretch away to the massive Gunung Rinjani volcano with its waterfalls and hot springs. The three tiny but increasingly popular Gili Islands off Lombok’s northwest coast are also easy to access – Trawangan is where the party’s at.

2. Cuba

The Cuban capital of Havana conjures images of crumbling colonial architecture, 1950s Chevys, salsa and cigars. However, with the political scene inside Cuba shifting, private enterprise is being encouraged and small businesses across the country are opening and expanding. Now is a great time to visit those tiny back street restaurants and artisan shops. 

3. Guatemala

If you’re looking for the best places to travel alone in Central and South America, don’t overlook Guatemala and its ancient Mayan ruins. It’s an inexpensive place to travel, which means you can stay for a while – to learn Spanish or even volunteer. Many come here for adventure activities like hiking, kayaking and whitewater rafting.  Exploring the jungle is another great way to see the country. You can also get up close and personal with Central America’s most active volcano – the volcán de Fuego. Haggling for fresh produce in one of the country’s colourful markets is an adventure in itself.

4. Kenya

With its incredibly diverse ecosystem and reputation for the “Big Five” (elephant, black rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard), Kenya is the place for a safari. You can easily join a big group or arrange for a guide to take you out into the wilderness alone. The country has a good infrastructure and it’s easy to get around and find accommodation. Take care of your belongings, particularly in Nairobi; but don’t hide away in your hotel when it gets dark. Venture out to discover the city’s burgeoning nightlife scene (though taxis between venues are recommended).

5. South Island, New Zealand

The list of solo activities you can do on New Zealand’s beautiful South Island is endless: zorbing, horse riding, skiing, hiking, kayaking, bungy jumping, skydiving, jet boating, whitewater rafting… With jaw-dropping scenery around every corner, the small country is one big outdoor playground. Mountains, glaciers, lakes and craggy coastline form the backdrop for a place that is regularly voted one of the most beautiful in the world.

6. Barcelona, Spain

Busy Barcelona is one the best places to travel alone. Its café-lined boulevards are perfect for people watching, or you can escape the hustle and bustle by heading out to one of the city beaches on the super easy-to-use public transport. In the evening you can avoid eating alone in a stuffy restaurant by doing as the Spanish do: grazing on tapas in one of the city’s cool bars.

7. Ireland

Ireland is famous for the welcome it extends to strangers; pull up a stool in a traditional Irish pub, offer to buy your neighbour a pint and you’ll have a friend for life – or at least the evening. Stay a while and you might get lucky and catch a traditional Celtic music session. If you don’t have your own transport, then it can be tricky to get out to the remote west coast, though some people still hitchhike (of course not without its dangers). Here you’ll find some of the country’s most sacred sites including Skellig Michael, Rock of Cashel and Croagh Patrick.

8. Nepal

Although earthquakes have recently rocked Nepal, many of the regions famous for hiking are largely unaffected – and the country is in desperate need of your tourist dollar. If you’re an experienced altitude trekker, the Annapurna circuit can be tackled independently, but it’s wise to hire a porter or set out with an organised group. Hiking this Himalayan circuit typically takes three weeks and it’s a great way to get up close to traditional mountain people; you need very little gear as you stay in comfortable teahouses along the way and buy food as you go.

9. New York City, USA

Explore the streets of Manhattan and the outer boroughs with no arguments over which world famous museum, cutting edge art gallery or iconic landmark to visit. If you aren’t as brave as Carrie Bradshaw and don’t want to face a restaurant alone, then there are plenty of gourmet food markets to eat on the hop. You could also browse a Brooklyn flea market, people watch in Times Square, go rollerblading in Central Park or take a sightseeing cruise on the Hudson.

10. Hokkaidō, Japan

Japan is a very friendly country and outsiders, especially those travelling alone, are made welcome as a matter of course. Hokkaidō is the most northern and least developed of the country’s four main islands and although its capital city hosted the 1972 Winter Olympic Games and brews the famous Sapporo beer, Hokkaidō is best known for the great outdoors.

So go on, pack your things and put it in your bag for you are about to embark on a journey you will never regret. 

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10 Amazing Healing Books to read in year 2020!

Are you hurt, rejected, left alone and you don't know how to recover from these pain? We have prepared an effective and awesome list of books that might help you heal yourself and move on.

1.The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself

What would it be like to free yourself from limitations and soar beyond your boundaries? What can you do each day to discover inner peace and serenity? The Untethered Soul—now a #1 New York Times bestseller—offers simple yet profound answers to these questions.

2.The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom

In The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.

3.You Can Heal Your Life

Louise’s key message in this powerful work is: “If we are willing to do the mental work, almost anything can be healed.” Louise explains how limiting beliefs and ideas are often the cause of illness, and how you can change your thinking…and improve the quality of your life.

4.The Gifts of Imperfection

New York Times best-selling author and professor Brené Brown offers a powerful and inspiring book that explores how to cultivate the courage, compassion, and connection to embrace your imperfections and to recognize that you are enough.

5.Running on Empty: Overcome Your Childhood Emotional Neglect

Running on Empty is the first self-help book about Emotional Neglect: an invisible force from your childhood which you can't see, but maybe affecting you profoundly to this day. It is about what didn't happen in your childhood, what wasn't said, and what cannot be remembered.

6.The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

In The Body Keeps the Score, he transforms our understanding of traumatic stress, revealing how it literally rearranges the brain’s wiring—specifically areas dedicated to pleasure, engagement, control, and trust.

7.There Is Nothing Wrong with You: Going Beyond Self-Hate

This book reveals the origin of self-hate, how self-hate works, how to identify it, and how to go beyond it. It provides examples of some of the forms self-hate takes, including taking blame but not credit, holding grudges, and trying to be perfect, and explores the many facets of self-hate, including its role in addiction, the battering cycle, and the illusion of control

8.Toxic Parents: Overcoming Their Hurtful Legacy and Reclaiming Your Life

Her brisk, unreserved guide to overcoming the stultifying agony of parental manipulation—from power trips to guilt trips and all other killers of self worth—will help deal with the pain of childhood and move beyond the frustrating relationship patterns learned at home.

9.When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress

In this accessible and groundbreaking book--filled with the moving stories of real people--medical doctor and bestselling author Gabor Maté shows that emotion and psychological stress play a powerful role in the onset of chronic illness, including breast cancer, prostate cancer, multiple sclerosis and many others, even Alzheimer's disease.

10.The Tao of fully feeling: Harvesting forgiveness out of blame

The Tao of Fully Feeling: Harvesting Forgiveness Out of Blame, has been acclaimed by many therapists and clients as a powerful, compassionate and pragmatic tool for guiding recovery. Alice Miller, author of The Drama of the Gifted Child, wrote: "Pete Walker wrote a book about his own recovery from emotional numbness.

Time to heal yourself and move on from what is holding you back. Leave behind the past, the future is coming. Focus on it. 

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10 BEST FUNNY LOVE QUOTES TO SPICE UP YOUR RELATIONSHIP

Some say that funny is the new romantic. Your humor can attract anyone around you. If you are in a relationship, you can spice it up with some of these very funny but attractive quotes ever.

Love is a two-way street constantly under construction.    

-Carroll Bryant

A man in love is not complete until he is married. Then he is finished.

-Zsa Zsa Gabor

Love thy neighbor, just watch out for the husband

-Anonymous

Love is the only kind of fire which is never covered by insurance.    

-Anonymous

I love you no matter what you do, but do you have to do so much of it?    

-Jean Illsley Clarke

An archeologist is the best husband any woman can have; the older she gets, the more interested he is in her.    

-Agatha Christie

True love is like ghosts, which everyone talks about and few have seen.

-Francois de la Rochefoucauld

Love is blind but marriage is a real eye-opener    

-Pauline Thomason

I had a dream that I still loved you...I think I woke up screaming.    

-Christine

Love is fun but, it is not going to pay the bills.    

-Jessica Martin

These quotes will surely make her fall in love with you again and again.

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8 Best Muscle Building Breakfast

“The worst thing I can be is the same as everybody else.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger
Be on the top among all others. Try this effective diet.

Scrambled Eggs and Avocado

The classic pairing of scrambled eggs and avocado make for the perfect rest day breakfast. Packed with healthy fats, it will keep you fuller for longer whilst also giving a great testosterone boost - ideal for those looking to gain size.

Asparagus and Red Onion Frittata

If you struggle to make time for a good breakfast during the week, make a big frittata at the weekend and enjoy a generous slice up to 3 days after. Frittatas are delicious, convenient, and can even be eaten cold - perfect if you're working against the clock to make your morning meeting.

 Sweet potato hash browns with bacon

The night before you want this breakfast, Grate one medium sweet potato and combine in a bowl with red onion, garlic, herbs and spices. Add an egg to help bind the mixture. Mould into balls using your hands, and store them in the fridge overnight.

Steak with kale and mushrooms

Steak for breakfast = win. To save spending money on an expensive fillet, shop for cheaper cuts such as minute or strip steak, and marinade overnight in fresh herbs and a squeeze of lime juice. Not only will this flavour the steak, the citrus juices will help to tenderise it to make for easier cooking.

Greek yoghurt with nuts and berries

Shopping for yoghurt is not as easy as it sounds! Most supermarket brands are packed with sugar, artificial flavours and sweeteners. Instead, look for a high quality Greek yoghurt like Skyr or Fage,which are packed with protein along with probiotics to help maintain a healthy gut.

Wild Salmon with Caramelised Pineapple & Cashew Nuts

The award for the 'sounds fancier than it looks' breakfast has to go to number 6 on our list. Although it sounds like a Michelin star recipe, this dish takes just a few minutes to prepare so is perfect for when you're short on time.

Banana Protein Pancakes

Fancy something a little sweeter? Give these banana protein pancakes a whirl.

Mash a ripe banana in a bowl with 2 whole eggs, then add 1 scoop whey protein and 2 heaped tbsp. ground almonds. Mix well to form a batter. Heat a little coconut oil in a frying pan, then drop in the pancake mix one pancake at a time.

Eggs and bacon with plantain

If you can get your hands on some plantain, enjoy it for breakfast served with eggs and bacon. Choose the right plantains for you depending on your preference - green plantains have a starchier texture and are more savoury, whilst the yellow plantains are sweeter and closer to a banana in texture. Either way, they're delicious when pan fried and served with sunny side eggs and some organic bacon

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