sustainable travel
A first-timer's guide to traveling on a sleeper trainMay 9, 2024 • 6 min read
Sleeper services are making a welcome comeback. We answer FAQs to help you prepare for your first overnight train journey.
Travel Stories
sustainable travelWhy you can – and should – travel to southeast TürkiyeMay 9, 2024 • 5 min read
In 2023 two earthquakes rocked southeastern Turkey, killing thousands of people and displacing millions. Here's the latest on tourism in the region.
food and drinkYou’ll see this everywhere: South Indian filter coffeeMay 9, 2024 • 6 min read
India may be famous for its fragrant, spice-infused chai, but in Bengaluru (Bangalore) and elsewhere across South India, filter coffee reigns supreme.
destination practicalitiesWhat you need to know before going to GermanyMay 9, 2024 • 6 min read
From paying with cash to not crossing against a red light, here are the things you need to know before going to Germany.
tips and advice12 of the best places to visit in AustriaMay 9, 2024 • 13 min read
From regal Vienna to the high peaks of the Alps, here are the best places to visit in Austria.
tips and advice8 of the best places to visit in GermanyMay 9, 2024 • 6 min read
Experience the best of Germany with this guide to the country's top places to visit.
destination practicalitiesWhen is the best time to visit Germany? We help you decideMay 8, 2024 • 3 min read
Find the perfect season for your visit to Germany with this guide to what's happening through the year.
activitiesA first-timer’s guide to Vancouver IslandMay 8, 2024 • 11 min read
Plan your first trip to Vancouver Island, Canada, a haven of free-spirited surfing towns, pastoral wineries, community-built biking networks and much more.
activities7 of the best hot springs in OregonÂMay 8, 2024 • 7 min read
From clifftop pools in the wilderness to luxury spa-like experiences, these are the best hot springs in Oregon.
festivals and eventsOktoberfest 2024 is approaching: a first-timers' guide to all merry mayhemMay 8, 2024 • 6 min read
It's here! Your guide to Germany's Oktoberfest, slated for Sep 21 - Oct 6, 2024. Here are all the details.
budget travel10 tips for traveling as a family, for lessMay 8, 2024 • 5 min read
With a little planning, a memorable, affordable family vacation is well within reach. Here’s how.
hikingDiscover Germany on these 6 incredible hikesMay 8, 2024 • 5 min read
Germany has incredible hiking trails and they are meticulously maintained. Here are 6 of our favorites that cover the breadth of the nation.
art and culture17 free things to do in FlorenceMay 7, 2024 • 10 min read
Visiting the opulent, art-filled capital of Tuscany doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 17 treasures in Florence that you can visit for free.
hiking10 of the best car-free places to visit in the USA this summerMay 7, 2024 • 7 min read
Check out these top places in the USA for a car-free summer of fun.
attractionA reason to visit Tucson: the UNESCO-worthy Mission GardenMay 6, 2024 • 5 min read
Nowhere helps you understand the soul of Tucson better than the Mission Garden, a living agricultural museum highlighting the bounty of the Sonoran Desert.
destination practicalitiesEverything you need to know before visiting Washington StateMay 6, 2024 • 7 min read
Incredible landscapes, exciting cities and adventurous people – Washington State makes you never want to leave. Here's what you need to know before you go.
destination practicalitiesThe best ways to get around in MunichMay 5, 2024 • 6 min read
From walking round the old town to exploring further afield by train, bus or tram, get to know Munich with this guide to transportation.
destination practicalities14 things to know before going to SwitzerlandMay 5, 2024 • 7 min read
With four languages, dizzying mountain peaks and thriving cities, Switzerland has a lot on offer. Here's what you need to know before you go.
destination practicalitiesAn expert's guide to Orlando, Florida – beyond the theme parksMay 5, 2024 • 7 min read
You came to Orlando for the theme parks, but this dynamic city gives you plenty of reasons to stay.
wildlife and natureTop 10 weird and wonderful USA roadside attractionsMay 5, 2024 • 5 min read
There is a sense of humor around every corner when you're driving in the USA – extraterrestrial landing sites and energy vortexes are just the beginning.
accessible travelThe best ways to travel around in SloveniaMay 4, 2024 • 6 min read
Make the most of Slovenia's approach to sustainable travel with this guide to getting around.
budget travel10 tips for traveling in Germany on a budgetMay 4, 2024 • 5 min read
From Deutsche Bahn rail passes to camping in the summer months, there are plenty of ways to save money in Germany.