Travel guides & local tips
Practical, up-to-date advice for every country on your list — costs, transport, food, culture and news, written by our local hosts.
Culture & EtiquetteTunisia etiquette: the dos and don’ts
Master Tunisian etiquette: learn essential dos and don'ts for greetings, dining, dress, and customs to travel respectfully in Tunisia.
News & UpdatesUganda in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Uganda travel briefing for October 2026: weather, floods, festivals, transport updates, and costs in Kampala.
News & UpdatesBelgium in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Belgium travel briefing for October 2026: weather, strikes, transport updates, and seasonal tips for Brussels.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Luxembourg
Discover the best time to visit Luxembourg City. A seasonal guide covering weather, crowds, prices, and festivals from spring blooms to autumn wine.
Costs & MoneyA week in Kathmandu on a mid-range budget
Plan a week in Kathmandu on a mid-range budget. Real costs for hotels, dal bhat, transit, and Dashain festival expenses in NPR and USD.
News & UpdatesAustralia in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Australia in October 2026: Essential travel briefing for Canberra covering weather, transport closures, festivals, and costs.
News & UpdatesMauritius in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Mauritius in October 2026: Navigate curfews, water cuts, and Divali celebrations with this timely travel briefing.
Costs & MoneyA week in Accra on a mid-range budget
Plan a week in Accra on a mid-range budget. Real costs for hotels, waakye, trotros, and attractions in Ghana's vibrant capital.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Uganda cost?
Realistic budget breakdown for Uganda: daily costs for accommodation, food, transport & attractions using current UGX prices. Plan your trip to Kampala & beyond.
News & UpdatesPeru in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Peru travel briefing for October 2026: Weather, Señor de los Milagros processions, Lima Lee fair, and practical tips for Lima.
News & UpdatesPortugal in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Portugal in October 2026: Real-time travel briefing covering weather, transit disruptions, holidays, and costs for Lisbon.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to New Zealand cost?
Realistic budget breakdown for a trip to New Zealand. Learn daily costs for accommodation, food, transport, and attractions in Wellington.
Living AbroadMoving to Croatia: visas, banking and SIM cards
Your practical guide to moving to Croatia: visas, opening a bank account, getting a SIM card, and registering your address in Zagreb.
Living AbroadMoving to Canada: visas, banking and SIM cards
Practical first-week guide for moving to Canada: visas, banking newcomer packages, SIM cards, and transit tips for Ottawa.
News & UpdatesCyprus in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Cyprus in October 2026: Weather shifts, ArtCargo festival, Ohi Day closures, and practical travel tips for Nicosia this month.
News & UpdatesEthiopia in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Ethiopia travel briefing Oct 2026: Weather, IPCC session impacts, flight updates to Mekelle, and current costs in Addis Ababa.
Travel TipsA first-timer’s guide to Bulgaria
A practical first-timer's guide to visiting Sofia, Bulgaria. Learn about the Euro transition, best times to visit, transport tips, and authentic local costs.
Living AbroadMoving to Costa Rica: visas, banking and SIM cards
Moving to Costa Rica? Get practical advice on visas, opening bank accounts, getting SIM cards, and navigating San José's costs and safety.
Costs & MoneyA week in Valletta on a mid-range budget
Plan a week in Valletta on a mid-range budget. Real prices for hotels, pastizzi, buses, and free attractions in Malta's capital.
News & UpdatesSenegal in October 2026: what travelers should know now
Senegal in October 2026: Weather, flood recovery, FILDAK book fair, and YOG prep tips for travelers.
