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.
News & UpdatesChina in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Beijing in August 2026: humanoid robot games end, Longfu Temple food festival, Mao Hall closed, and the heat breaks after Chushu. Practical tips for…
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Colombia
Discover the best time to visit Colombia, season by season: weather, crowds, prices, and festivals. From Bogotá's kite-filled dry season to Caribbean sunshine, choose…
Culture & EtiquetteNigeria etiquette: the dos and don’ts
Essential Nigeria etiquette for Abuja visitors: greetings, tipping, dining, dress, and customs. Your local guide to being a considerate traveler in Nigeria.
News & UpdatesIndonesia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Jakarta in August 2026: weather, Independence Day leftovers, looming TransJakarta fare hike, cheap eats, and practical tips for your visit.
News & UpdatesTunisia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Tunisia in August 2026: weather, festivals, street food prices, practical tips for Tunis. What to know this month from a local host.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Qatar cost?
Plan your Qatar trip with this real budget breakdown: metro fares, meal costs, hotel prices, and daily totals in Qatari riyals for budget, mid-range,…
Culture & EtiquetteUnited Kingdom etiquette: the dos and don’ts
UK etiquette essentials: greetings, tipping, pub rounds, queueing, Tube rules, and money tips from a London local. Travel smart, be mindful.
Living AbroadMoving to Kazakhstan: visas, banking and SIM cards
Practical guide to moving to Kazakhstan: visas, migration registration, IIN, banking with Kaspi, SIM cards, transit costs, and Astana neighborhoods in 2026.
News & UpdatesBotswana in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Botswana in August 2026: Gaborone's literary festivals, evictions, new restaurants, weather, costs, and practical tips for a timely visit.
News & UpdatesIceland in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Iceland in August 2026: current weather, bus fares, costs, and local tips for Reykjavík from a local. Plan your late-summer trip now.
Living AbroadMoving to Cuba: visas, banking and SIM cards
Moving to Cuba? Get practical first-week advice on visas, residency, bank accounts, SIM cards, and renting in Havana — from a local's perspective.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Montenegro
Discover the best time to visit Montenegro with a season-by-season guide on weather, crowds, festivals, and costs—from a local's perspective.
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Reykjavík: every option and what it costs
From Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík: bus, taxi, or transfer? Real 2026 fares in ISK, journey times, and my local pick for every traveler.
News & UpdatesMorocco in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Morocco in August 2026: Rabat weather, the L'Océan demolition detour, new Jidar murals, the Morocco-India Forum, and current prices for food and tram rides.
News & UpdatesLatvia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Riga in August 2026: storm aftermath, street art, closures, and free concerts. What’s on now, what’s closed, and how to pack for Latvia’s late…
Costs & MoneyA week in Bern on a mid-range budget
A week in Bern on a mid-range budget: day-by-day costs for meals, transit, hotels, and attractions, with real prices in Swiss francs.
News & UpdatesIndia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Delhi in August 2026: monsoon weather, Raksha Bandhan rushes, metro closures on MB Road, and top events. Tips for travelers from a local.
News & UpdatesNorth Macedonia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
North Macedonia in August 2026: Skopje weather, Independence Day, MakeDox film festival, West Nile precautions, roadworks, and local prices—a timely travel update.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Netherlands
When to visit the Netherlands: a month-by-month guide to weather, crowds, prices, and festivals from a local. Pick your perfect season.
Living AbroadMoving to Maldives: visas, banking and SIM cards
Practical guide to moving to the Maldives: free 30-day visa, work permit registration, opening a bank account in Malé, choosing a SIM card, and…
