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Sunsets, lanterns and art: free things to do in Hoi AnJul 8, 2019 • 6 min read
Visitors to Vietnam often cite charming Hoi An as one of their favourite cities. A thriving medieval port city that was reduced to a backwater country…
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beachesMy experience travelling as a Black womanJul 3, 2019 • 8 min read
Stephanie Yeboah shares her travel experiences as a Black, plus-size woman and gives personal advice on how to stay informed before a trip.
foodPrague: culturally relevant in the Czech RepublicJul 2, 2019 • 4 min read
Prague is a continental epicenter. It’s not only the Czech Republic’s capital, but arguably the region’s most culturally relevant city. And the word is…
family travelMontreal’s circus festival must be seen to be believedJul 2, 2019 • 5 min read
In the Saint-Michel neighborhood of Montreal, a collection of buildings make up a kind of 'Cirque City.' It’s here you’ll find the National Circus School,…
beachesWhere to go in September for relaxationJul 1, 2019 • 5 min read
Looking to kick back this September? You're in luck. The European continent beckons with turtle watching trips in Cyprus, mellow days on the Mediterranean…
foodSpending diary: what I spent on a five-day trip in New YorkJul 1, 2019 • 8 min read
I spent five days in New York this month. With enough savings and an excuse to visit (my friend Rheanna is over on a graduate visa), myself and my…
beachesWhy I won't give up on Sri Lanka and you shouldn't eitherJun 29, 2019 • 4 min read
“Welcome to Sri Lanka!” was one of the first greetings I heard in Colombo, the country's bustling big city. A local graced me with those lovely words from…
budget travel10 free things to do in CartagenaJun 28, 2019 • 5 min read
Steeped in over 480 years of history and colonial charm, exploring the Colombian Caribbean city of Cartagena is a thrilling experience. However, with the…
sustainable travelResponsible trekking in Peru: What you should know about workers' rights for portersJun 28, 2019 • 5 min read
What if we didn’t have porters to help us achieve our bucket-list trek on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu? No one to help carry our clothes, tents, gear,…
family travelFrom Disneyland to art treasure hunts: top tips for Paris with kidsJun 25, 2019 • 4 min read
Paris is a sprawling global hub, but it somehow works on a scale that kids can comprehend. Despite the Parisian reputation for treating tourists with…
beachesHow to find the calm in JapanJun 24, 2019 • 6 min read
In Japan, there’s a drive to create and experience things that are bigger, better, faster and stronger than anywhere else in the world. Shibuya Crossing…
artTop things to see in Japan during the Rugby World CupJun 23, 2019 • 12 min read
Anticipation is well and truly building for the Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan. And while fans scramble to scoop up any last remaining tickets, the country…
health and wellness8 tips to stay healthy on vacation from celebrity trainer Harley PasternakJun 22, 2019 • 4 min read
When on holiday, your fitness routine can easily stray, and travelling can put our bodies through a lot with time zone changes, long layovers, and packed…
wildlife and natureUnder the radar USA: Tucson is more than its cactusJun 21, 2019 • 4 min read
Arizona is hot. But Tucson is literally (and figuratively) 10 degrees cooler than the capital of Phoenix. Although best visited in shoulder seasons or…
artLoving Queensland's Sunshine Coast like a localJun 20, 2019 • 8 min read
Blessed with year-round good weather, an unrivalled coastline and bountiful outdoor activities Queensland's Sunshine Coast merits are not lost on the…
beachesPlus size summer fashion: Stephanie Yeboah's guide to your ultimate travel wardrobeJun 19, 2019 • 7 min read
One of my earliest memories of going on holiday was visiting my extended family in Ghana around the age of 6. I remember the sweltering humidity, the rich…
art48 hours in New OrleansJun 19, 2019 • 5 min read
Arriving in New Orleans for a weekend can seem like turning up to a party in a time-warp. Folks sip cocktails on colonial-era balconies and restaurants…
lgbtqiaNYC WorldPride 2019: top LGBTQ+ events to attend this JuneJun 18, 2019 • 5 min read
New York City will be the epicenter of global LGBTQ+ celebrations as WorldPride heads to the Big Apple. From celebrations honoring the 50th anniversary of…
foodThings to do in Toronto that are worth the hypeJun 18, 2019 • 3 min read
Tourist trap or worthwhile attraction? We all hesitate about before shelling out cash for tickets, and let's be honest – not all sights are worth the hype…
foodSpending diary: what I spent on a four-day trip in and around NiceJun 16, 2019 • 8 min read
Nice is full to the brim with incredible restaurants and beautiful tiny boutiques, so there are no shortages of places and ways to spend your money.
wildlife and natureThe websites and apps that can help plan your next camping tripJun 14, 2019 • 2 min read
Taking a camping trip is a great way to unplug from technology and spend some time surrounded by nature. But there are plenty of reasons to wait until you…
lgbtqiaFrom beach to city: Oaxaca's best LGBTQ hotspotsJun 13, 2019 • 5 min read
Throughout Oaxaca the beach villages and city streets offer both queer history and modern hotspots for LGBTIQ locals and travelers alike.