A hostel guide and packing tips for travellers of all ages
With the high costs of accommodation in many places, more people are considering hostels as part of their travel plans. Are hostels an affordable alternative? Are they safe? Do older travellers stand out? What do you need to pack? Is there accepted ‘hostel etiquette’...
Attractive budget accommodation in London: Palmers Lodge
Budget accommodation in London is difficult to find. A stay of any length can be cost-prohibitive for the average traveller. Enter Palmers Lodge, a hostel housed in an elegant 19th-century manor house a short walk from Swiss Cottage underground station. Here is my...
Thistle London Heathrow T5 review: a budget-friendly option
London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR) is enormous. Late arrivals and short connection times can lead to missed flights and the need for a reasonably priced hotel room. Staying close to the airport might be the best choice for early departures or late-night arrivals. Or a...
This could be the best travel tip you will ever receive
This could be the best travel tip you will ever receive: You need an itinerary management app. If you travel by air, you definitely need an itinerary management app. Not just any program, you need one with real-time alerts and notifications. It could mean the...
A recommended Havana casa particular
Where does one start when trying to figure out where to stay in Havana? The task was made easier by following recommendations of other bloggers. There was one recurring suggestion: stay in the neighbourhood of Vedado. One person described it as “más tranquilo,” a calm...About
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