In normal times, starting university is a magical rite of passage full of opportunities to meet those lifelong uni friends you were promised. Freshers’ Week is portrayed as the ultimate coming of age sequence, with the promise that those first few days away from home will be full of themed events, hangovers, and an endless supply of Domino’s pizza deals. This year, like much in the world, things are a little different. With the social aspect of the university experience being equally as importa

In As You Like It , Shakespeare famously quoted: “all the world’s a stage”. While this sombre metaphor has echoed through the arts for decades, the physical stage should also reflect the world and everyone in it. This year has witnessed mass civil rights movements in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death, with the Black Lives Matter movement catapulted centre stage. With increased awareness for the BLM movement, there have been loud calls for more inclusive historical education; raising of minor

Dominated by meme culture, overnight viral fame, snap-shot news and the ability to condense your thoughts into a 280-character tweet, the internet is a whirlwind of never-ending content. With millions of posts shared every minute, it can be difficult for brands to rise above the noise meaning making a lasting impression that will resonate with target audiences can be a challenge. According to Vogue Business ‘Gen Z are reinventing social media marketing’, but how? What are Gen Zs online habits th

Perry Como sang “there’s no place like home for the holidays” but the festive period in modern and multi-cultural Toronto will have you anything but “driving home for Christmas”. From fairy lights and ice rinks to European style markets, who wouldn’t want their festive fix in Toronto, ‘eh’? With plenty to see, here is tripsology’s guide to the top 6 festive happenings in ‘the six’. Well known all over the world due to the juxtaposing old-style rustic aesthetic with modern innovations; the Toro

Podcasts have surged in popularity over the last few years. From fitness, wellbeing and mindfulness to sports, space and history, there is a podcast for everyone! This week, tripsology are uncovering our top ten travel podcasts. Exploring everything from travel tips, budgeting, destinations and food- the travel podcast niche has plenty to offer. Let’s go! In ‘Zero to Travel’ Jason Moore discusses his 15+ years of travel experience, exploring what travel is and why we do it. Covering a variety

If you’re planning a visit to San Francisco, then Alcatraz should be on your itinerary. As arguably the best-known prison in the world, Alcatraz housed some of America’s most notorious criminals such as Al Capone and Bumpy Johnson! The island, now a National Historic Landmark and visited by 1.4 million visitors annually, is in many ways a juxtaposition. A high-security prison, with a scenic view… Previous home of criminals to the current home of sea creatures… Where the conditions in crime movi

Italy was the metropole of the Roman Empire. Where Rome has the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel, and the Trevi Fountain, few things inspire a fascination with the Romans than Pompeii; the city frozen in time. Normally the passing of time brings evolution, with each generation molding the landscape and leaving their mark on top of the previous. Pompeii is different. Nestled in the shadows of ominous Mount Vesuvius, this lifeless city has never evolved, rather it was in 79AD what it would always be

American Horror Story explores almost every spooky sect. From creepy clowns to menacing witches, lost historical colonies and spooky asylums; the show satisfies the need for horror fanatics and thrill-seekers alike. Whether you’re looking to pay homage to some of the shows best seasons, simply want to check out featured locations or discover the inspirations behind your favourite storylines, here at tripsology we have you covered… So, if you’re a stan of the Netflix classic, here are some AHS

Your Halloween Guide to America’s Most Sinister City… You have to admire the brazenness of a city that became infamous for executing suspected witches yet now has an ominous, flying witch as its mascot. From the taxi cabs, branded ‘Witch City Taxis’, painted a cauldron-slime green to the spooky-sounding restaurants like ‘Witches Brew’ and the local elementary school ‘Witchcraft Heights’; in Salem, Massachusetts, every day is Halloween… Known for its Puritanical, witch-hunting past, this quirk

A Local’s Guide to Adventuring Around Australia’s Best City… Brisbane, affectionately known by locals as ‘Brissie’, is the most ‘Australian’ of all the big cities. Where Melbourne is culturally exciting and Sydney has a cool harbour (and P. Sherman, 42 Wallaby Way), they don’t boast the same eclectic and subtropical scenes as Queensland’s capital city. As the gateway to both the sunshine and gold coasts, Brisbane has a lot to offer. Its year-round warm climate, flowering trees and host of colo

Do you enjoy spending some quali-tree time outdoors? Is Autumn your favourite season? Leaf peeping could be your new guilty pleasure… Whether you’re ready for the colder months or clinging onto the last strands of summer, the fluctuating temperatures making the crisp air too cold for a jacket yet too hot for a coat means autumn is slowly awakening. People still posting ‘hot girl summer’ photos can’t prevent the onslaught of pumpkin spice everything and annual reappearance of flannel, wellies an

Looking to go on an adventure? You could throw caution to the wind and hit the road (or skies) without a game plan, but it is best to consult the travel experts before venturing off. Checking out travel blogs not only inspires wanderlust but is also a great way to gain top tips and picks for your holiday destination! Without further ado, here are tripsology’s top ten travel blogs you should be following: Lili, a Belgian blogger, is our first traveller. She approaches travel with a slower, more

With summer coming to an end and the festive seasons just around the corner, many British holidaymakers jet off to Europe to hit the slopes. While the Alps offer incredible skiing with breath-taking panoramic views and amazing après ski, why not embrace icy winds and snowfall further afield by booking a ski holiday across the pond? Skiing in North America is a long flight away and a huge holiday investment, thus begs the question- does the contrast between the two continents make it worth the t