How to master your next stopover
Why visit just one country when a stopover can let you see two for little-to-no extra cost? Many airlines permit a stopover on their transit routes, and making the most of it means you can experience the cafés in Paris or hit up the markets in Hong Kong. Not only does...
40+ things locals say you should know about their cities when you visit
There are some basic rules that follow travellers around wherever they go: watch out for pickpockets in tourist zones; negotiate a taxi rate before you get in the cab; when in doubt, don’t drink the water. But then there are some specific rules for each country, and even each city....
A woman abroad: Lessons in going alone
On my first night in Athens I stepped out of the airport and into an unmarked taxi. As the driver sped through the dark and empty streets, I felt overwhelmed. Overwhelmed by my lack of sleep in the 24 hours it took me to arrive. Overwhelmed by my first solo...
9 reasons why solo travel is awesome
Solo travel is awesome. It’s terrifying. It’s refreshing. It’s exhilarating. It’s the best thing you can do for yourself. The great thing about solo travel is that it doesn’t have to mean taking off on an epic round-the-world journey to 30 countries. It can be as low-key as taking an overnight...
5 Reasons Why You Should Travel Solo At Least Once
Solo travel offers a sense of freedom and empowerment that many people find to be completely unbeatable. While solo travel for extended periods of time may not be for everyone, of course, it’s still one of those things we think you have to try at least once, and here are our...