by Anne Betts | Jan 4, 2026 | Travel Hacking
Updated January 4, 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...
by Anne Betts | Jan 3, 2026 | Luggage and Packing, Packing Light Travel Gear
It doesn’t matter whether you plan to do laundry or not on your travels. Other than air-drying laundry, there are many worthwhile reasons to pack a travel clothesline. It’s handy for hanging a wet swimsuit, ski wear, or a damp rain jacket. A packable version is...
by Anne Betts | Jan 2, 2026 | Luggage and Packing, home featured
Updated January 2, 2026 A lightweight dry bag is a useful multipurpose item worth its weight in gold if you need to keep something dry. But what are the other reasons to travel with dry bags? What is a dry bag? Dry bags are designed to keep gear organized,...
by Anne Betts | Jan 1, 2026 | Luggage and Packing
Updated January 1, 2026 If you’d like to find ways to limit the amount of clothing you pack, have you come across the pack-by-numbers system? It’s a strategy adopted by many travellers committed to one-bag or carry-on travel. What is the pack-by-numbers system?...
by Anne Betts | Jan 1, 2026 | Travel Tech, Packing Light Travel Gear
Updated January 1, 2026 To avoid a dead phone on your travels, a travel-friendly portable power bank has become an indispensable tool for long and busy travel days. The right external charger will not only keep your devices charged, but it will allow you to do so...