How to handle tipping etiquette around the world
A country-by-country guide to tipping etiquette around the world — who to tip, how much, and where a tip can actually cause offence.
Sophie Renard
How to find the best local restaurants while travelling
Skip the tourist menus. Practical, tested methods for finding the best local restaurants while travelling, from market stalls to word of mouth.
How to cope with culture shock when travelling long term
A practical guide to coping with culture shock on long-term trips: what it feels like, when it hits, and specific strategies that actually work.
Budget travel in Mozambique: a practical coastal guide
A practical guide to budget travel in Mozambique’s coast — chapas, dhows, dorm costs, and which beach towns are worth the long ride.
Budget travel in Lebanon: a practical travel guide
Budget travel in Lebanon: practical guide to Beirut, Byblos, the Bekaa Valley, service taxis, dollarized costs, and honest safety advice.
Best long distance walking trails in Europe
A field guide to Europe’s finest multi-day trails — GR20, Tour du Mont Blanc, the Camino, and more — with routes, costs, and honest difficulty ratings.
Travelling in Turkey Beyond Istanbul: Practical Guide
Turkey’s interior and coastline reward the traveller who goes beyond Istanbul. Here’s a practical guide to Cappadocia, the Aegean coast, Ephesus, and the east.
Travelling in Northern India: What to Know
Northern India covers the Himalayas, the Golden Triangle, and some of the most historically significant sites in the world. Here’s a practical guide to independent travel in the region.
Travelling in Albania on a Budget: Practical Guide
Albania is one of Europe’s last genuinely cheap countries and one of its most underrated destinations. Here’s a practical guide to travelling it independently.
Road Trip in Iceland: Self-Drive Guide
Iceland’s Ring Road circles the entire island and is one of the world’s great drives. Here’s how to plan a self-drive trip — route, costs, camping vs hotels, and what to expect in each season.