Sam Hopkins

Jan 21, 2025 | gadventures.com | Sam Hopkins

The world is full of jawdropping destinations — trust us, we know — but Pakistan may well be up there with the very best of them. From soaring Himalayan peaks where elusive snow leopards reign to colourful bazaars selling all manner of trinkets — this captivating destination is a real gem. No wonder then that it’s earned a spot on our trendsetting Where to Travel in 2025 list. And the best part? Your groundbreaking trip helps us lift up local communities in this often overlooked country.

Jan 8, 2025 | gadventures.com | Sam Hopkins

Home to some of the continent’s most beautiful beaches, multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and national parks frequented by bears and wolves — Montenegro is arguably Europe’s best kept secret. There are far fewer crowds here compared to its northern neighbour Croatia, so you’ll often have many of the country’s sites and attractions entirely to yourself — particularly out of season. So, without further ado, here’s our roundup of 14 of the best things to do in Montenegro:1.

Nov 26, 2024 | gadventures.com | Sam Hopkins

A bucket list destination for many a traveller, the Philippines has natural wonders and urban delights in equal measure. On the one hand, you’ve got coral-fringed islets teeming with marine life and towering limestone cliffs of Coron and El Nido. On the other, UNESCO-listed sites and lip-smackingly good street food in megacities like Manila, Cebu, and Quezon City. So, without further ado, here’s a roundup of all the best things to do in the Philippines. When’s the best time to visit the Philippines?

Oct 24, 2024 | thecollector.com | Sam Hopkins

We’ve all heard that Jack the Ripper was never caught and that the Great Fire of London began in a bakery on Pudding Lane. But what are those historical facts about London you don’t know? Home to haunted tube stations, and one of the world’s smallest statues, here are ten historical facts about London you are most likely unaware of. 1.

Sep 14, 2024 | jacksonvilleprogress.com | Sam Hopkins

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice (PG-13, 114 minutes) is directed by Tim Burton, the master of macabre comedy. This sequel of the 1988 movie Beetlejuice brings back three of the original cast. Even though the actors have aged, Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara are essential characters of the cast. In this story, the family must gather for the funeral of Winona’s father, who is O’Hara’s husband. Ryder has become a medium who communicates with the dead.