Where to go, what to see, what to do! These are the types of questions that we find ourselves asking when deciding where to jet off to next. Scouring the web can often be your most reliable source of information, and travel blogs are a great way of learning about the world as they provide first-hand experience of popular destinations. Some travel blogs allow you to interact with bloggers too, giving you the chance to ask any buzzing questions on your mind. Here's Hotels4u's list of 10 travel blogs which we think will help you plan your next adventure. We take into consideration some of the blogs that you mentioned in our latest poll, as well as others that we think are jolly good too!
Ibiza Inside
This is the travel blog to turn to when planning a trip to Ibiza. Marisa and Virgil from Ibiza Inside wrote a guest blog post for us last week on five reasons why you should visit the island. Their blog is inundated with a fantastic array of Ibiza offerings, so you really can't afford to give this blog a miss!
http://bit.ly/_IbizaInside
Wildjunket
Now here's a blogger who's on top of her game! Nellie Huang is travelling around the world and telling us all about it one post at a time. She's even witnessed an active volcano! Her thirst for adventure, passion for travel and ability to speak English, Mandarin, Spanish and French make her blog an absolute must-follow.
http://bit.ly/_WildJunket
Travel Tips Plus
Those looking for some handy travel tips need not look any further. The Travel Tips Plus blog, run by Kirsty Wilson, is a really useful tool for finding quirky things to around your holiday destination. She provides a great range of city break guides, so you never need to wonder what to do next!
http://bit.ly/_TravelTipsPlus
Cool Hunter
Fancy indulging in a holiday that's nothing short of spectacular? This blog has an impeccable design and plays host to a bunch of cutting-edge photos - just what you need to get excited about your next retreat.
http://bit.ly/_CoolHunter
Travels with a Nine Year Old
Ever wondered what it would be like to travel around the world with a nine year old? Well, Theodora has done precisely this, and her blog is perfect for mums who wish to take their youngsters on similar "intrepid adventures".
http://bit.ly/travelswitha9yearold
Twitchhiker
This blog gives you a day-by-day account of the travel-doings that Paul Smith gets up to. Paul's captivating tales provide readers with a unique insight, which you can't find on most blogs, and his Flickr album gives you an in-depth understanding of his movements.
http://bit.ly/_Twitchhiker
GlobalGrasshopper
The writers from GlobalGrasshopper literally hop around the world and tell us all about it. It's magnificent. Learning about pastures new has never been easier, and their extensive photo collection is a great addition to the blog!
http://bit.ly/_GlobalGrasshopper
Guardian Travel Blog
The Guardian Travel Blog is a fantastic resource for finding out about pretty much any destination in the world! The blog posts regular Q&A sessions on topical destinations and activities, and provides an intruiging insight into the ever-changing world of travel.
http://bit.ly/_Guardiantravelblog
Nomadic Matt's Blog
What a guy. Matt keeps his fans up to speed on the latest happenings around the globe, including a range of fabulous travel tips and unusual facts. He's been writing for four years now, and his website has over 1000 pages. Check it out!
http://bit.ly/_NormadicMatt
Around the World Blog
Craving a challenge on your next trip? Well, this is the place to find out all you need to
know about trying something new on holiday. Getting your blood pumping and
adrenalin flowing is one thing that the contributors of the Around the World
Blog have mastered! It’s also a great resource for global travel news.
http://bit.ly/_AroundtheWorldBlog
So there we have it - these are the blogs that we think are worthy of some extra praise. Have a gander around the selection; you'll pick up some very useful travel information in no time, and best of all its completely free. Together, they make planning your next holiday a lot more fun! Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comment box below, and let us know if we can help you find some cheap hotels for your travels!