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Backpacker hacks: how I travel using art as currencySep 9, 2019 • 5 min read
Backpackers can often volunteer in exchange for accommodation when travelling. In this article we explore how artist Frankie Strand uses her art to fund her…
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tips and adviceFive harsh lessons I learned about life as an expatSep 8, 2019 • 7 min read
Like so much in life, social media gives the expat experience a deceptive gloss. Scrolling through Twitter or Instagram, moving to a different country looks…
air travelHow to survive the new ultra-longhaul flights that could last nearly 20 hoursSep 6, 2019 • 5 min read
As ultra-longhaul flights become more common, here's a guide to surviving nearly 20 hours in the sky.
hotelsThe 'Place of Elephants': why Gonarezhou National Park is Zimbabwe's rising starSep 6, 2019 • 5 min read
With an incredible story of regeneration, conservation and hope for local communities, Gonarezhou National Park is Zimbabwe’s rising star.
wildlife and natureNorth Macedonia: how to explore this little-known gemSep 5, 2019 • 6 min read
North Macedonia is, on paper anyway, a new country. In 2019, this mountainous swath of land in the heart of southeastern Europe’s Balkan Peninsula changed its…
hotelsEverything you need to know about traveling legally to CubaSep 3, 2019 • 7 min read
Despite a well-publicized announcement by the Trump administration in June 2019, it is still relatively easy for Americans to travel legally to Cuba.
beachesSights and sweets along the California coastSep 3, 2019 • 6 min read
From San Francisco to San Diego there’s 500 miles of the best scenery and ice cream in California. Here’s your roadmap to all of it.
sustainable travelHit O‘ahu’s highlights on a day trip from WaikikiAug 30, 2019 • 5 min read
On this one-day circuit of O'ahu you’ll find beachside towns, shrimp shacks, surfers, waterfalls and pineapple fields.
budget travelSpending diary: what I spent on a three-day road trip to BaltimoreAug 30, 2019 • 6 min read
With pit stops in Philadelphia and Ocean City, here's what our author spent on a three day road trip to escape New York City.
air travelInside the weird and wonderful world of airline goodie bag amenity kitsAug 30, 2019 • 5 min read
Amenity kits are huge business for airlines, and it’s not just providing a toothbrush and those weird plasticky airline socks for passengers either.
family travelWhy airport reflection rooms are essential for travelersAug 28, 2019 • 3 min read
From interfaith chapels to nursing pods, airports around the U.S. offer a variety of private, quiet areas for spiritual rejuvenation, emotional grounding or…
beerThe bachelor and bachelorette party destinations you've never heard ofAug 28, 2019 • 6 min read
Say goodbye to your single life in these unique bachelor and bachelorette party destinations.
air travelWhy carbon offsetting is not going to solve the problem of climate changeAug 28, 2019 • 5 min read
Carbon offsetting may seem like the solution to aviation pollution but evidence shows it may not be the answer we hoped for.
artWhy Colchester should be your next London day tripAug 27, 2019 • 5 min read
Britain's first capital city is ideal for day trip; it's an hour from London and is full of history, charm and things to do.
air travelEthical flying in the age of the climate crisis and flygskamAug 23, 2019 • 4 min read
It can be hard for individuals to make a positive impact in the aviation industry but it's not impossible. Here are some ways to make a difference.
hotelsWhy these 5 hotels are considered the healthiest in the worldAug 21, 2019 • 4 min read
From in-room air filtration systems to offering specialty pillows, these are the five healthiest hotels around the world.
artI’ve been everywhere (at least in Arkansas and Tennessee): A Johnny Cash road tripAug 20, 2019 • 6 min read
Most probably can’t remember the first time they heard Johnny Cash’s voice. Chances are, his deep bass has been a constant rumble through your life for…
air travelDoes flying dehydrate you? Here's what you can do about itAug 20, 2019 • 3 min read
Many travellers complain that flying can be dehydrating - here's why it happens and how you can prevent it.
foodThese simple tricks can help you score a better airline meal when you flyAug 20, 2019 • 3 min read
Chicken, beef, or something better? It might seem that airline food is getting stingier and stingier, with airlines pulling back on meal sizes, second…
air travelWhat’s the best seat on a flight?Aug 20, 2019 • 3 min read
Ever wondered how to pick the best seat on a flight? Well, the best seat can depend on a lot of different things, but here are some tips for choosing the best.
air travelWhere do pilots and cabin crew sleep on long flights?Aug 20, 2019 • 3 min read
Travellers on a long-haul flight are often looking to get as much rest as possible, but even cabin crew need to take a break on a long plane ride.
sustainable travelExplore the sustainable paradise of Lord Howe IslandAug 16, 2019 • 4 min read
Few Australians are aware that New Caledonia, a fully-fledged French overseas territory, is closer to Sydney than Auckland in New Zealand. Just as…