What’s the best mosque to visit in Istanbul?
Updated July 26, 2024 What’s the best mosque to visit in Istanbul? It took five trips to Istanbul before I finally visited the Sülemaniye. It wasn’t by design. I put it down to so many amazing mosques gracing the city. Now that I’ve visited quite a few, my advice is...
18 Mouth-watering examples of the best Taiwanese street food
Updated July 26, 2024 One of the most important things I learned in Taiwan was to follow the locals to the best Taiwanese street food. Thankfully, it was a revelation that came early in my visit and led to a deep appreciation of Taiwan’s rich food culture. Here are 18...
9 Useful tips on renting a car in Ireland
Updated July 25, 2024 Are you hesitant about driving in Ireland? If so, your fears are well-founded, especially if you’re used to driving where right-hand traffic (RHT) is the norm and there are few roundabouts. However, driving in Ireland offers many advantages...
When a no-FOREX-fee credit card isn’t the best travel choice
Updated July 24, 2024 Ask the question in travel forums, “What is the best credit card for travelling abroad?” and answers invariably suggest those that don’t charge foreign transaction fees (FOREX or FX). Is a no-FOREX-fee credit card always the...
10 Life-changing advantages and benefits of solo travel
Daunting as it might feel for some, everyone should travel solo at least once. Do you need encouragement? If so, consider these advantages and benefits of solo travel. It can be one of life’s rewarding, life-changing experiences, with opportunities for...
Osprey Daylite Carry-on Wheeled Duffel 40 review of a hybrid travel bag
What’s better: a travel backpack, duffel, or rolling luggage? If you’re on the fence about which one to choose, why not consider a hybrid model: a rolling bag that can quickly convert to a duffel or a backpack when circumstances warrant? My Osprey Daylite Carry-On...
The controversial story of New Zealand’s bra fence
Updated July 16, 2024 New Zealand’s bra fence has become so famous, it has its own name: Bradrona. It even warrants a Wikipedia page and ratings on TripAdvisor. New Zealand’s bra fence Like any good story, the bra fence has the right blend of what it...
Packing list: 46 days of one bag carry-on travel by nesting
Updated July 14, 2024 Is one-bag travel realistic? It is for one-bag carry-on travel by nesting, a favourite among one-baggers. It allows them to pack their clothing, shoes, tech gadgets, and essentials in one bag for a long trip. I had the opportunity to test the...
Stop pickpockets with an assortment of anti-pickpocket gear
Updated July 13, 2024 Lurking under the surface of some of the world’s most beautiful cities are hordes of pickpockets preying on unsuspecting, unprepared, and distracted visitors. Pickpockets and other street thieves are proficient at what they do. They’re a...About
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