Travel tips and knowledge to help you save, plan, pack and explore, from packing the right gear to shopping for the best souvenirs. Learn skills to help you become an independent traveller or just enjoy a more seamless, stress-free experience.
Southeast Asian climates can range from snowy mountain peaks to balmy tropical beaches. Add to that, various dress requirements for religious sights; annoyingly inconsistent luggage allowances across local airlines and you have …
Choosing to visit Germany in September is a no-brainer! Through September and early October— Oktoberfest is in full swing; the weather is comfortable; and summer crowds are passed their peak. So now …
Exploring Jamaica as an independent traveller can be somewhat rustic. As a good portion of visitors to the island come on cruise ships or stay in all-inclusive resorts, adventurous travellers are not …
Fiji is truly nothing short of paradise, especially if you get off the main island, Viti Levu, to one of the smaller islets. The other good news is that it’s really easy …
My sensible, but not TOO sensible tips and tactics on how to save money for travel, so you can jetset sooner and more often!
Before you rush off to the Peruvian highlands to hike in the footsteps of the Incas, soak in the panoramic Andean vistas and explore the revered, Machu Picchu—you’ll need to consider carefully …
Architecture for Travellers is a series arming you with the basics of various architectural styles you’re likely to encounter on your urban adventures. In this post, we’ll take a look at Neoclassical …
Kawara, the traditional, roof tiles of Japan, not only keep the rain out but they have personality, meaning and spiritual symbolism. You cannot travel to Japan without noticing the tidiness, attention to …