How to use Scene+ points to reduce travel costs
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...
10 Worthwhile reasons to pack a travel clothesline
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...
13 Useful reasons to travel with dry bags
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,...
How to use a basic pack-by-numbers system to pack light
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?...About
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