15 Reasons to pack light and enjoy carry-on travel
Updated November 14, 2026 Do you marvel at those who glide through their travels with just carry-on luggage? Do you aspire to pack light (or lighter) but don’t know how? Learning about the many reasons to pack light is a start. Some of them might inspire you to...
Roamless review: 15 reasons to buy a flexible Roamless eSIM plan for travel
Updated November 6, 2026 After purchasing fixed plans from other eSIM providers, I was attracted to the many appealing features of the flexible pay-as-you-go plan offered by Roamless. Here is my review, highlighting several reasons to buy a flexible Roamless eSIM plan...
12 Top things to do in Peniche Portugal
Top things to do in Peniche include hiking the rugged, windswept peninsula, surfing (or watching surfers) at world-acclaimed beaches, strolling along the sea wall that protects the marina, taking a day trip to the Berlengas Islands, and enjoying fresh seafood and...
15 Essential tips for visiting Auschwitz in Poland
In 2025, the Auschwitz Memorial and Museum attracted 1.95 million people. Due to the overwhelming demand, plan visits as far in advance as possible. If you include the memorial site on your itinerary, consider these tips for visiting Auschwitz. What is the...
How to find affordable audiobooks: my top 3 sources
Updated October 10, 2026 Audiobooks are an excellent choice for packing light travellers. If you haven’t yet discovered audiobooks and you’re looking for another entertainment medium to add to your repertoire, check them out. However, audiobooks can be expensive so...
What are the best walking sandals for travel?
Updated September 6, 2026 Limiting the number of shoes is one of the greatest challenges facing packing light travellers. While the number and type will depend on the length, purpose, and season of your trip, most light packers aim for a two- or three-pair limit. More...
How to use TD Rewards points to reduce travel costs
Updated August 29, 2026 Is the TD Rewards program worth it? How does the program work? What are the various ways to use TD Rewards points to reduce travel costs? What qualifies as a travel cost? After several years of earning and redeeming TD Rewards points for...
What is the best expense sharing app for travel?
Updated August 18, 2026 What is the best expense sharing app for travel? Search online forums and reviews dated before 2024, and Splitwise was the clear favourite. However, the once-reigning champion of cost-sharing apps has waned in popularity with recent...
How to use Scene+ points to reduce travel costs
Updated July 31, 2026 What’s the best use of Scene+? Is Scene+ a useful program for travelling the world on miles and points? How does Scene+ work and what are the ways to use Scene+ points to reduce travel costs? How does it compare to other fixed-point reward...About
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