Planning

Oct 18, 2013 • 6 min read

Here’s a challenge for you: could you place the Comoros Islands on a map?

Oct 16, 2013 • 4 min read

Inhaling the salty air, your body pleasantly fatigued from a morning surf, you gawk at the breathtaking, crescent-shaped cove and slouch deeper into your…

Sep 18, 2013 • 6 min read

With stunning beaches and brilliant blue seas, it’s hardly surprising the Seychelles rank among the world’s most idyllic island getaways.

Sep 11, 2013 • 6 min read

It sounds too good to be true – but these top-class experiences wonʼt cost you a penny. From bike trips to walking tours and tasting tea in Istanbul's…

Aug 7, 2013 • 8 min read

Don’t waste precious travel time dragging your flip-flopped feet to the beach. We’ve rounded up ten places to stay on some of the world’s most beautiful…

Jun 6, 2013 • 5 min read

As a Spaniard, my heart breaks every time I get asked to go to a tapas restaurant abroad. While the food is on the whole a good approximation of the right…

May 24, 2013 • 5 min read

Offering some of the world’s most iconic sights, best museums and superb cuisines, Europe is always an attractive and exciting destination, though…

Apr 16, 2013 • 5 min read

Most of us only get a few weeks of holiday each year. When time is of the essence, it can feel good to delegate all the travel planning to someone else…

Apr 11, 2013 • 4 min read

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Apr 11, 2013 • 4 min read

First-time visitors to the southern cone of South America arrive in Buenos Aires or Santiago with visions of glaciers, waterfalls, penguin colonies,…

Apr 10, 2013 • 5 min read

The world’s most iconic travel experiences don’t usually come cheap – but sometimes there are real alternatives. Here are some ideas for the budget…

Apr 10, 2013 • 4 min read

You don't have to pay to fly all the way to Tahiti or Bora Bora to nab your own Polynesian paradise. Hawaii can be a better bargain – and that's true…

Apr 10, 2013 • 5 min read

Hong Kong is not exactly known for being cheap. The former British colony, perched on the shore of the South China Sea, frequently graces ‘most expensive…

Apr 4, 2013 • 3 min read

This archipelago of 115 glittering islands is known more for its luxury resorts than its shoestring potential. But it is possible to experience The…

Mar 1, 2013 • 4 min read

You’re getting married. You're not exactly flush, but you LOVE your betrothed and still want oodles of romance on your ’moon, even if you can’t afford the…

Feb 11, 2013 • 5 min read

Dodging Vienna's tourist traps and making the most of the Austrian capital on a tight budget is easy when you know how. Read on to learn how to see Klimt…

Oct 30, 2012 • 3 min read

The cry of 'Are we there yet?' often really means 'When can we eat?' There's something about the joys of a road trip – hopping in and out of the car for…

Jul 27, 2012 • 6 min read

The city of Medellín, located in north-central Colombia, has an inspirational story. Only two decades removed from the height of its notoriously violent…

Jul 16, 2012 • 3 min read

Sydney is one of the most gay friendly cities in the world and has something on every day of the week to keep any guy or girl entertained. So if you had…

Jun 20, 2012 • 7 min read

If you're feeling the squeeze this summer, plan smart and head for these budget friendly destinations culled from Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2012.

Jun 20, 2012 • 4 min read

When it comes to train travel in Europe, the big question is always the same: is it better to purchase a railpass or point-to-point tickets? Railpass…

Jun 12, 2012 • 2 min read

Heading to sunny Spain any time soon? ¡Qué suerte! (Lucky you!) This diverse country is a traveller's dream, with all the fine food and wine, architecture…