Looking for vegetarian food in Shanghai? I was warned I’d struggle, but the reality was far better. From jianbing and local noodles to a traditional Shanghai breakfast and brilliant vegetarian dumplings, this guide covers exactly what I ate, where to find it and…
China power bank rules ban portable chargers without a clear 3C or CCC mark on domestic flights. I travelled across China with an older OnePlus power bank that had no marking and fully expected to lose it. Here’s what happened, where the rule…
Want to maximise annual leave in 2027? This guide gives you the exact dates to book across the UK and Ireland, plus a free calculator that builds a personalised plan. Depending on where you live, 20 well-placed leave days can score you up…
Belfast is officially set to become the first location in N. Ireland to hold Fleadh 2027, the world’s largest celebration of Irish traditional music, twice. Following the massive build-up to the August 2026 event, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann confirmed that the All-Ireland Fleadh will return…
If you want to visit the Great Wall of China without crowds, Mutianyu is one of the best sections to choose, but only if you get your timing right. We visited Mutianyu from Beijing on an independently planned China trip in April 2026,…
Skyscanner is legitimate, but it is important to understand that you are not always booking directly with Skyscanner. It compares flights from airlines and travel agencies, then usually redirects you elsewhere to pay. I’ve used it for years, including to find our Dublin…
Turn your supermarket shop into cheap holidays with this Tesco Hotels.com hack. Get double or triple your Clubcard value on thousands of hotels worldwide!
Discover the best things to do during Gran Fira de Valencia 2026, from fireworks and street parties to beach nights, local food, nightlife and hidden gems in Valencia this July.
From quitting your job to booking flights on “the right day”, travel is full of myths that just won’t die. Here are 12 of the most common travel myths, busted once and for all.
I’ve tested the new Ryanair MultiCity booking tool. But is it really as flexible as it first appears? Here’s how it works, who it suits, and where it fits into modern trip pairing.