Travel stories, tips and news from real travellers.

Lagos is located on Portugal’s Algarve Coast and has spectacular beaches framed by rock formations, cheap food, and a vibrant nightlife. Read more

From the slightly scary to the downright bizarre, these are the travel insurance trends that stood out in 2018.

Argentina is more than Buenos Aires. This unique country also offers a beautiful national park at its southern tip that’s filled with massive glaciers and breathtaking peaks.

Thinking about going solo or joining a group tour? Here I share my experience and insight to help you work out whether a group tour is worth it for you.

Central Asia is a mix of cultures, traditions, food, architecture and natural beauty – and it’s filled with incredible experiences. Check out 20 of the must do experiences on an Central Asian adventure.

If you have a computer or smartphone, an internet connection and some spare time, then you have all you need to book flights, accommodation and tours for your next trip. Check out my handy guide to find out what you need to know to plan and book your next trip independently.

So when I travelled without the kids for the first time recently, it was a bit of a joy to go back to taking only that one carry-on bag. If you’re travelling without kids for the first time, bear some of these points in mind:

Airplane food is a rarely discussed topic yet for frequent travellers, it’s an important one. After all, considering planes are now doing 17-hour flights, passengers are now sitting through a full day’s worth of meals. Find out what airlines provide some of the best meals!

Growing up in Washington, DC, I never would’ve imagined I’d end up spending 10 years in Australia.Today, I use the word ‘home’ to refer to both.

Japan is recognised as being an expensive country. There are lot of tricks to travelling on a budget in Japan and by following my handy tips, you too can keep your costs low.