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Thinking of setting off on a mountain climbing expedition? Unless you're a regular when it comes to this sort of activity, it can seem like a bit of a daunting task to get yourself prepared to tackle it successfully. Here are a few things to know that will help you prepare yourself for your mountaineering adventure. Mountain Expedition in Whistler|Image via Snappygoat Step One – Build Your Endurance Mountain climbing can be a strenuous activity, no matter what age group you're in; so, it's best to start planning a suitable training regimen ahead of time. If you know that you're going to go mountain climbing in the months ahead, prepare to set aside some time in your daily routine to get your fitness levels up. Ideally, start at least three to four months ahead of the planned expedition. However, if you're really out of shape, then consider giving yourself a few extra months on top of that. What exercises can you engage in to build up your endurance? Depending on whe...

Discouraged on your quest to find the “fountain of youth”? While there may not be a quick fix to reverse the ageing process, you will be glad to know there are certain things you can do to stay naturally young. Many of these, offer health benefits too and you don’t have to be “old” to give them a try either. Check out these tips and see how you can incorporate them into your daily life and routine.   Increase Omega-3 Intake While fat is said to be bad for you, there are exceptions like Omega-3 fatty acids. This type of fat is in fact, beneficial for you and can help to reduce inflammation in the body, which in turn counters visible signs of ageing. While Omega-3 can be taken through supplements, it can be naturally consumed when eating certain seeds, walnuts and salmon. It offers other health benefits as well such as maintaining the strength in your bones and aiding to stabilise your mood; additionally, it enhances the ability of the enzymes in the body to take stored fat and use i...

 Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, is a rich amalgamation of cultures. When you look at the architecture, many of which are hundreds of years old, you can see the mix of Chinese, Southeast Asian, and French influences from bygone eras. If you're thinking of making a trip there, here is some useful information to help you plan your vacation. First Thing to Consider – When Should You Travel? Weather can have a big impact on one's experience in a foreign land. Vietnam's seasons can largely be classified into three main ones. These include two dry seasons as well as a wet season. The dry seasons occur between November and April. As you might expect, the dry season is usually considered more favourable for travellers than the wet season, since the latter involves a lot of rainfall, which would result in most of your vacation spent indoors. This would be a shame as a lot of what Vietnam has to offer lies outdoors; in its scenic country-sides and charming cities. Hanoi is no different...