How I’m Travelling Cheaply As We Head Into A Recession
How will the recession impact the travel and tourism industry—and our wallets? Continue reading How I’m Travelling Cheaply As We Head Into A Recession
Author: Charlotte
The Best (and Worst) Books For Travelling
I’ve taken books on many trips, and I’ve found there’s a formula for books that really enhance a trip—and others that just end up being dead weight in my luggage. Continue reading The Best (and Worst) Books For Travelling
What I Loved About Brussels, Belguim
Brussels is the perfect place to visit for introverts and foodies; the culture, the walks, and the shopping made it an amazing city break! Continue reading What I Loved About Brussels, Belguim
My Tipping Point: How To Tip Internationally
Tipping is one of those things that makes me nervous while travelling.
I understand that in different cultures, there are different practices. You’ve got to respect the customs of the place you are, despite what your personal preferences are.
But here’s the thing: that minute when you set down your card or cash, and the waiter takes the bill away…if I’m somewhere I’m not familiar with, that’s a high-anxiety moment for me. Have I tipped too much? Too little? Have I offended the server in the amount I’ve given? Continue reading My Tipping Point: How To Tip Internationally
Hate Your Birthday? Take a Trip
Traditionally, I hate my birthday. It’s not the getting older bit; it’s the fact that in adulthood, I never feel like I’ve gotten it juuuust right. Continue reading Hate Your Birthday? Take a Trip
Preventing Illness While Traveling: Essential Vaccines and Tips
It’s Sunday, and I’ve spent most of the weekend feeling run-down and sick. I am someone who gets sick every year; my parents joke that I never met a cold I didn’t catch. Call it low iron, a bad immune system, or just bad luck; I’ve tried a lot to help it, but I can’t stop getting sick. And this has impacted my travel in … Continue reading Preventing Illness While Traveling: Essential Vaccines and Tips
Celebrating Guy Fawkes Night: Tips and Insights
Tomorrow night is bonfire night—and although I usually post on Sundays, last night I was at Battersea Park’s fireworks night, and I was there enjoying the show! I was a little worried that the family-friendly night would be a little boring, but there was tons to do – at least 15 food trucks, a carnival-like amusement park, a live brass band playing jazz and pop … Continue reading Celebrating Guy Fawkes Night: Tips and Insights
See London’s Famous Landmarks in 3.5 Hours
If you’ve only got half a day in London to see as many famous landmarks as you can, try following this path – it took me three and a half hours to see so much of London! Continue reading See London’s Famous Landmarks in 3.5 Hours
Avoid These 3 Weird Travel Hacks
I’ve been on the travel side of Tiktok for a while now, and while there’s a lot of good advice out there, there are some weird ones out there. Here are 3 travel “hacks” that you couldn’t pay me to do… Continue reading Avoid These 3 Weird Travel Hacks
Navigating Travel Emergencies: Options Without Insurance
We’ve all been there; a flight is delayed or cancelled, there’s an unexpected medical incident abroad, or you’ve been pickpocketed on holiday. This is why travel insurance is important; but so often, we untick the box that will ensure we’re covered. After you’ve dealt with the immediate aftermath of an emergency, you might be wondering—now what? First: don’t panic. If you have traveller’s insurance, contact … Continue reading Navigating Travel Emergencies: Options Without Insurance
No Small Wander 