A multipurpose essential: Buff for the packing light traveller
Updated November 19, 2022 Something that weighs very little, takes up hardly any space, and has a multitude of uses is a serious contender for a spot on a packing list. Enter the Buff for the packing light traveller, an essential travel accessory. What is a Buff?...
35 best things to do in Istanbul for a memorable visit
Istanbul is one of those places where one visit leaves a person longing for more, especially if you’ve created a long list of the best things to do in Istanbul. If you’re planning a trip, a few days aren’t enough. Plan for at least a week. Learn...
14 Best standard carry-on bags according to travel bloggers
Updated July 19, 2022 What are the best standard carry-on bags in the 35- to 50-litre range? A standard carry-on bag usually rests in an overhead locker during a flight. It’s different from a smaller ‘personal item’ that is typically stashed under...
Cycling Uluru/Ayers Rock: Australia’s iconic natural landmark
Updated April 18, 2022 It was a recurring question about my trip Down Under. “What were the highlights?” The answer was easy. Cycling Uluru/Ayers Rock was consistently in my top three. What is Uluru? Officially known as Uluru/Ayers Rock, it is a massive...
6 Disadvantages of the buy-it-there approach to packing light
Updated April 4, 2022 I’m not a promoter of ‘buy it there’ as a packing light strategy. There may be occasions when buying things at a destination makes sense, but for the most part, I find it’s a strategy with several flaws. Read on for my take on the...
How to apply for a NEXUS card
Updated March 30, 2022 Think of a NEXUS card as a traveller’s speed pass. Answer a few questions at a kiosk when crossing the border. Whizz through airport screening using the fast lane. Join the NEXUS lane at land crossings and cross the border faster....
A comprehensive travel partner compatibility questionnaire
Selecting a compatible travel partner is serious business. It’s not enough that you’re best friends or members of the same family. Or that you both enjoy travel, want to visit the same place, and need a travelling companion to cut costs. A travel partner...
3 Easy steps to choosing a compatible travel partner
Updated January 31, 2022 Anyone who has travelled with others knows that choosing a compatible travelling companion is one of the most important decisions of a trip. The right person can enrich a travel experience; the wrong person can turn a trip into a...
Effectively tame dangling straps with Web Dominator
Updated January 23, 2022 If you’ve ever used a backpack, you’ve likely wondered how to manage all that excess webbing hanging from the pack. If so, wonder no more. Tame dangling straps with Web Dominator. What is a Web Dominator The is a simple strap...About
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