First, let me be clear. Switzerland is an expensive country and according to a study by Omio, their trains are the most expensive in the world. On average travelling by train here is 30% more expensive than British trains. So,…
Introduction to Zurich Perched beside the picturesque Lake Zürich, Zürich offers the best of all worlds with its incredible public transport system, a picture postcard old town that unfolds on both side of the Limmat river, tonnes of culture and…
How do I sum up 2024 in travel? Busy. Maybe a bit too busy. Four new countries visited (Nepal, Bhutan, Qatar, Panama), lots of exploration in much-loved countries, and some incredibly fun road trips close to home. This was also…
Simplicity and ruggedness make duffel bags a great choice for travel, and things get even more exciting when you add wheels. A rolling duffel bag is in a league of its own. It’s not quite a suitcase and it’s not…
Your luggage is one of the most important pieces of travel gear. Both Monos and Samsonite make excellent suitcases, but they are very different brands with very different products. I tested and rated a total of 26 suitcases from both…
Delsey and Samsonite are two of the largest and most popular luggage brands in the world, and they both make a wide range of excellent suitcases. Both are excellent, but they definitely cater to different types of travelers. I tested…
American Tourister and Samsonite offer unique benefits and cater to different types of travelers. But which one suits your journey best? As a seasoned traveler who’s lived out of a suitcase for months at a time, I’ve put my luggage…
Whether you’re jetting off for a quick weekend getaway or embarking on a month-long backpacking expedition, one thing’s for sure: packing can make or break your trip. Trust me, I’ve been there—from overpacking and lugging around unnecessary items to forgetting…
As they would say in Scotland, it was blowing a hoolie on the North Sea. After being tossed around all night like tiddlywinks in rough seas, by the time we approached dawn, the waves flatlined and a calm, cold…
Denmark meets Germany. The year is 2012. June. I had just quit my full time job to become a nomad. I would have forgotten my nomad anniversary but the onset of the Euros have brought back a flood of memories.…
