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.
Getting AroundGetting around Montevideo: metros, taxis and passes
Navigate Montevideo like a local: STM bus fares, taxi tips, and why walking the Rambla is the best way to explore Uruguay's capital.
Culture & EtiquetteSouth Africa etiquette: the dos and don’ts
Master South African etiquette in Pretoria: learn local greetings, tipping norms, dining customs, and safety tips from a resident's perspective.
Getting AroundGetting around Zagreb: metros, taxis and passes
Navigate Zagreb like a local: tram fares, walking routes, and tips for getting around Croatia's capital without a car.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Ghana
Discover the best time to visit Ghana. We break down weather, festivals, costs, and practical tips for September through December to help you plan.
Food & DrinkWhat to eat in Austria — and what it costs
Discover what to eat in Austria with honest prices, real venue names, and local tips for Viennese schnitzel, Heuriger wine, and street food.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Croatia cost?
Realistic budget breakdown for Croatia in 2026. Daily costs for food, transport & lodging in Zagreb using local EUR prices. Plan your trip wisely.
Travel TipsA first-timer’s guide to Singapore
A practical first-timer's guide to Singapore: best time to visit, hawker food prices, MRT tips, and essential local insights for September.
Culture & EtiquetteRwanda etiquette: the dos and don’ts
Master Rwanda etiquette in Kigali: greetings, dining, dress codes, and cultural dos/don'ts for a respectful visit to the Land of a Thousand Hills.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Namibia
Discover the best time to visit Namibia. Helena Shipanga breaks down weather, crowds, prices, and festivals by season to help you pick the perfect…
Costs & MoneyA week in Tunis on a mid-range budget
Plan a week in Tunis on a mid-range budget. Real prices for food, transit, hotels, and attractions in Tunisian dinars.
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Skopje: every option and what it costs
How to get from Skopje Airport to the city centre by taxi, bus, or private transfer. Real fares, times, and tips for navigating North…
Costs & MoneyA week in Seoul on a mid-range budget
A realistic weekly budget guide for Seoul, South Korea, covering real prices for meals, transit, and hotels during the crisp autumn season.
Travel TipsA first-timer’s guide to Egypt
A practical first-timer's guide to Egypt: best time to visit, costs in EGP, metro tips, visa updates, and where to stay in Cairo.
Living AbroadMoving to Latvia: visas, banking and SIM cards
Moving to Latvia? Get practical advice on visas, banking, SIM cards, and declaring your address in Riga. Your first-week survival guide.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Slovenia cost?
A realistic budget breakdown for traveling to Slovenia in 2026. Discover daily costs for accommodation, food, transport, and attractions in Ljubljana.
News & UpdatesGermany in September 2026: what travelers should know now
Germany in September 2026: Berlin weather, marathon closures, harvest festivals, and practical travel tips for late summer.
News & UpdatesGhana in September 2026: what travelers should know now
Ghana travel briefing for Sept 2026: weather, Founders Day, festival tips, and cost updates for Accra.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Lithuania cost?
A realistic budget breakdown for visiting Lithuania in 2026. Daily costs for budget, mid-range, and luxury travel in Vilnius, including food, transport, and lodging.
Travel TipsA first-timer’s guide to Iceland
Your practical guide to visiting Iceland: best times to go, costs, transit tips, and local secrets from a Reykjavik resident.
Travel TipsA first-timer’s guide to Maldives
A local's practical guide to Maldives for first-timers: weather, costs, transport, and cultural tips for navigating Malé and beyond.
