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 Pretoria: metros, taxis and passes
Discover how locals navigate Pretoria: Gautrain, A Re Yeng buses, minibus taxis, ride-hailing, and walking tips, with real fares and safety advice.
Travel TipsA first-timer’s guide to Brazil
Practical first-timer's guide to Brasília, Brazil: best time to visit, costs, metro, safety, and local tips from a resident host.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Armenia cost?
Realistic Armenia trip costs in drams: hotels, food, transport, and sights. Daily budgets for budget, mid-range, and comfortable travel in Yerevan, 2026.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to Italy cost?
Realistic budget breakdown for a trip to Rome, Italy—daily costs for accommodation, food, transport, and attractions in euros. Get the real prices before you…
News & UpdatesFiji in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Fiji in August 2026: Suva weather, low inflation, cheap eats, and quiet crowds. What to pack, pay, and see this month.
News & UpdatesArmenia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Yerevan in August 2026: hot days, cool evenings, peak crowds. Your practical guide to weather, cashless transit, prices, and what’s on now in Armenia.
Food & DrinkWhat to eat in Peru — and what it costs
Discover Peru's must-eat dishes in Lima, from street anticuchos to world-class ceviche, with honest 2026 prices in soles and dollars.
News & UpdatesIreland in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Ireland in August 2026: weather, prices, festivals, and local tips for Dublin from resident host Saoirse Byrne.
News & UpdatesPhilippines in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Manila in August 2026: monsoon floods, free train rides, LaLaLa Fest, Cinemalaya wrap-up, and holiday tips for the Philippines this month.
Getting around Windhoek: metros, taxis and passes
How locals really move around Windhoek, Namibia: shared taxis, apps, trains, walking tips, roadworks, and fares. Practical, from a resident host.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Cambodia
Discover the best time to visit Cambodia, from monsoons to festivals. Compare seasons, prices, and local events to plan your perfect trip.
News & UpdatesMontenegro in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Montenegro in August 2026: Current weather, peak-season prices, and local tips from Podgorica. What to pack, where to eat, and how to navigate this…
News & UpdatesItaly in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Rome in August 2026: real-time transport changes, Ferragosto closures, heat survival, and riverside festivals — the honest local’s update for visiting now.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Canada
Discover the best time to visit Canada with our season-by-season guide for Ottawa—weather, festivals, crowds, and prices. Pick your perfect month.
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Dublin: every option and what it costs
Get from Dublin Airport to the city: bus, coach, taxi, or private transfer—real fares, journey times, and insider tips for Ireland's capital.
Living AbroadMoving to Uganda: visas, banking and SIM cards
Practical first-week guide for moving to Uganda: visas, permits, bank accounts, SIM cards, neighborhoods. Real costs and local tips from Kampala.
News & UpdatesSaudi Arabia in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Saudi Arabia in August 2026: heat, quiet crowds, and how to make the most of Riyadh's off-peak season — from Masmak to Diriyah, with…
News & UpdatesCuba in August 2026: what travelers should know now
A local's August 2026 Cuba travel briefing: heat, blackouts, rumba festivals, and navigating a two-tiered economy in Havana.
Living AbroadMoving to Tunisia: visas, banking and SIM cards
Moving to Tunisia? Get the practical first-week guide: visas, carte de séjour, opening a bank account, getting a SIM card, and settling into Tunis.
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Thimphu: every option and what it costs
From Paro Airport to Thimphu: bus fares, taxi costs, and private transfer prices in Bhutan, with journey times and local advice. Plan your arrival…
