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Taj Mahal Photography Tips & Travel Guide

I'm gonna admit, I used to hate photographing world famous landmarks. Photographing the Taj Mahal is no different, but here are 14 photography tips to help you get a unique view of this famous monument.

3rd March 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

The Dambulla Caves: Sri Lanka

The Dambulla caves are just one of eight UNESCO attractions in this country. I happily spent hours admiring the incredible artwork on the walls here. If there is one thing I keep repeating, it is get you ass to Sri Lanka before everyone else does!

12th February 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

11 easy eco tourism steps to start today…

Say Ciao to Chopsticks! Ready to come across all save the world? Here are eleven easy steps that are so easy you can play eco warrior in your sleep...

11th February 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Dear Asia… It’s not you, it’s me.

"You showed me beauty, religion and culture. You gave me illness and you gave me purpose. I want you to change, I wish I still felt the same, but for now, I need to break up with you."

9th February 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

12 Alternative Accommodation options

Bored of Hotels? Want to get local? Need a free place to crash or fancy something new? Whether you are broke, intrigued or looking to settle down these 12 travel accommodation ideas could help find your next 'home'...

26th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

49 Reasons to visit Indonesia

With 17,000+ Islands cutting it down to 49 reasons was no easy task. But, just in case I don't make myself clear. The memo is: Clear your diary and get straight to Indonesia...

22nd January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Why you should visit Stockholm in Summer

Scandinavia is celebrated for snow and northern lights, Abba and Ikea. But I always find their cities a little boring in winter months. This surprisingly green capital city however is a win in Summer, heres why you will be buzzing to book your ticket...

14th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Cambodian Genocide: The Killing Fields & S21 Prison

Cambodia is a country with a heartbreaking and recent history. The Killing Fields and S21 Prison now welcome tourists to try and understand this dark past It is not often I am reduced to tears in public, but here tragic history consumed me.

12th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

2015 Through The Lens: Travel Photography

A a collection of my favourite photo moments of this year. I tried to start capturing some of the smaller details this year, picking my favourite shots was nigh on impossible but I hope you enjoy them...

11th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

What is responsible tourism?

Eco, sustainable, respectful, green... Responsible tourism comes with a whole host of hashtags these days, but what does it actually mean? I asked some of the blogging world for their take on it as I make this the year to #PayItForward

7th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

2015: Instagram crap shots from behind the Camera

Filthy toilets, muggings, crying, pervy looking selfies, trashing business class and swimming pools full of crap... Behind the camera on Instagram you have my 'crappiest' photos of 2015. They also seem to always be the ones with the best stories... #LiveAuthentic #NoFilterMyAss

6th January 2016/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

The Gili Islands Guide

Surrounded by crystal clear coral waters, beautiful beaches, snorkel, scuba, turtles, those sunsets and the odd methanol poisoning. Which Gili Island is the right one for you?

27th December 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

A weekend in Northern France with Brittany Ferries

Castles, cheese, crepes and character. Exploring Normandy and Brittany for the weekend is an ideal side trip from either Paris or by ferry from the South of England. Even if you keep failing your driving test like moi!

15th December 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Finding silence in Cinque Terre

You come to Cinque Terre for beautiful villages, stunning photography and to gain at least a stone in carbohydrates. But in those almost haunted streets, if you listen careful, you might just find yourself...

10th December 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Brittany Ferries Review

The last time I headed across Europe on an overnight crossing I was sick, both literally and metaphorically at how bad the experience was. Fast forward five years to Brittany Ferries and it was a totally different, and enjoyable, experience...

9th December 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Breaking my word in Mumbai

As Rajesh opened his heart to me I felt the need to help. Why? It took me a while to realise. I didn't however. I just left broken promises behind...

4th December 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

A photo journey through Laos: Travel Guide

A Laos travel guide through Photography. From Touristy Luang Prabang down to the less discovered south of this magical South East Asian country

25th November 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)

Raja Ampat Indonesia on a Budget

Something you don't often hear is Budget Raja Ampat - However it is possible, here are some tried and tested tips to help you get to these remote islands.

24th November 2015/by Daniel James (Dan Flying Solo)