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.
12 Travel Myths That Are Secretly Ruining Your Trips
How to Book Bullet Trains in China: What I Honestly Wish I Knew Before Travelling China by Rail in 2026
Planning to travel China by high-speed rail? This guide explains exactly how foreigners can book bullet trains in China using Trip.com and 12306, including when tickets go on sale, how the booking system works, what the Trip.com success percentage actually means, and how to avoid common mistakes with stations, seat classes, and peak travel periods.... Continue Reading →
How to Plan a Trip to China in 2026: Everything You Need to Know About Visa Rules, Trains, Apps & Travel Tips
I’ve just come back from an epic few days travelling across eastern China and it’s safe to say this trip completely exceeded expectations. We flew in and out of Shanghai with Finnair, used China’s high-speed rail to move between cities, and packed in Shanghai, Qingdao and Beijing in a short break from work. It gave us... Continue Reading →
Things to Do in Rio: Why a Helicopter Ride Over Christ the Redeemer Should Be on Your Bucket List
If you’re building a list of things to do in Rio, one experience towers above the rest. Quite literally. The helicopter ride over Rio de Janeiro and Christ the Redeemer is one of those rare travel "must-do's" that actually lives up to the hype. It will make you sit back afterwards and say, “Right… that was ridiculous.”
Gran Canaria Travel Guide 2026: What to Do, Where to Go, and Why You Should Skip the Resorts
Your Ultimate Gran Canaria Travel Guide for 2026: Gran Canaria caters to both adventurous and relaxation-seeking travellers, offering rich landscapes, local culture, and affordable food. Hiring a car is recommended for the best exploration experience beyond the resorts.
Hotel Fenix Torremolinos Review: The Ultimate Adults-Only Coastal Base For Your 2026 Trip
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve landed in Málaga now. Some trips were city breaks with sore feet and late dinners, others were slower, salt-haired weekends where our only plan was to be near the sea. On our most recent visit, I knew exactly what I wanted. No Noise. Adults only. Close to... Continue Reading →
Leave Stacking: The Ultimate 2026 Annual Leave Hack for Maximum Time Off
As 2025 winds down, it’s time to turn your attention to something far more exciting than New Year’s resolutions you’ll probably forget by February. Let’s talk about your 2026 annual leave hack: leave stacking. You’ll often hear people say the only way to really see the world is to quit your job, sell everything you... Continue Reading →
Best Berlin Travel Guide for 2026: First-Hand Tips, Real Experiences, and the Best Things To Do
A Practical Berlin Travel Guide Built on Real Experience Over 7 Visits I’ve written this Berlin travel guide with the same feeling I get every time I arrive in the city. That tiny jolt of excitement when the train doors slide open and Berlin greets you with a familiar mix of cool morning air, distant... Continue Reading →
The Best Rome Travel Guide 2026: Where to Stay, What to Eat and the Best Things To Do in Rome on a Budget
My 12 Year Love Affair with Rome Turned Into a Rome Travel Guide I first came to Rome in 2013 on an interrail route that took me from Amsterdam to Dubrovnik. My pal Jenny (who I was going to meet later in Dubrovnik) messaged me one afternoon to say her friends were also in Rome... Continue Reading →
QUIZ: Which European Country Fits Your Vibe?
Time for a quick vibe check. Somewhere in Europe, there is a country that matches your energy better than your own star sign. Maybe you are built for long sunny days, maybe you are secretly a museum loving wanderer, or, maybe your soul is 90% pasta? This quiz will tell all... Keep it honest, go... Continue Reading →
