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 & UpdatesTaiwan in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Taiwan in August 2026: Ghost Month begins, Dadaocheng fireworks finale tonight, Trendy Taipei festival coming up. What to pack, do, and avoid this month.
News & UpdatesPortugal in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Lisbon in August 2026: transport closures, Assumption Day, OperaFest, safety tips, and local prices for your peak-season trip.
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Suva: every option and what it costs
From Nausori Airport to Suva: real bus, taxi, and private transfer fares (FJ$2–100), journey times, and the Wainibau Bridge detour — all from a…
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Washington, D.C.: every option and what it costs
From DCA or Dulles into Washington, D.C.? Compare Metro fares, taxi costs, ride-share, and private transfer tips — with real prices and honest advice…
News & UpdatesAustria in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Austria in August 2026: Assumption Day closures, heatwave tips, Vienna transit fare hikes, and how to navigate the peak-season crowds as a local.
News & UpdatesUnited Arab Emirates in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Abu Dhabi in August 2026: 42°C heat, Sheikh Zayed Summer Festival, new LEGO exhibit, rail links, hotel deals, and fresh dates. Your local guide…
Culture & EtiquetteNepal etiquette: the dos and don’ts
Nepal etiquette: greetings, tipping, dining, dress, and small customs that matter. Bibek Shrestha's local guide to being a considerate visitor in Kathmandu.
Costs & MoneyHow much does a trip to India cost?
Realistic India trip costs in rupees: Delhi accommodation, metro fares, food, and entry fees. Budget, mid-range, and comfortable daily totals for 2026.
Costs & MoneyA week in Amman on a mid-range budget
A week in Amman on a mid-range budget: real prices for hotels, meals, transit, and sights in Jordan's capital. Day-by-day breakdown, honest costs.
Travel TipsThe best time to visit Sweden
Discover the best time to visit Sweden with our season-by-season guide. We cover Stockholm weather, crowds, prices, and festivals to help you choose your…
News & UpdatesBhutan in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Bhutan in August 2026: monsoon rains, matsutake season, road disruptions, and practical tips for Thimphu this month. A local's dated update for travelers.
News & UpdatesBulgaria in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Bulgaria in August 2026: MTB champs on Vitosha, Sofia Summer Fest, car-free boulevard, euro transition tips, prices, and local secrets.
Living AbroadMoving to United States: visas, banking and SIM cards
Moving to the U.S.? A practical first-week guide to D.C. — visas, bank accounts, SIM cards, SmarTrip, DMV registration, and local tips for 2026.
Living AbroadMoving to Kenya: visas, banking and SIM cards
Your practical first-week guide to moving to Kenya: eTA visas, Alien Cards, KRA PIN, bank accounts, SIM cards, M-Pesa, and choosing a Nairobi neighborhood.…
News & UpdatesChile in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Chile in August 2026: winter weather, Assumption Day, Día del Rock, SANFIC, metro disruptions, prices, and tips for Santiago travelers.
News & UpdatesBrazil in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Brasília in August 2026: the Book Biennial, Obon Matsuri, and Wine Fair are on now. Get local tips on weather, election buzz, and cheap…
Culture & EtiquetteSerbia etiquette: the dos and don’ts
Serbia etiquette guide: greetings, tipping, dining manners, dress, and small customs that matter in Belgrade. Be a considerate visitor with Milica's local tips.
Getting AroundFrom the airport into Buenos Aires: every option and what it costs
From Ezeiza airport to Buenos Aires: train, bus, taxi, and private transfer costs, times, and honest advice for your first day in Argentina.
News & UpdatesThailand in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Bangkok in August 2026: monsoon weather, HYROX race, Summer Sonic debut, new MRT line, and low-season tips from a local host.
News & UpdatesNetherlands in August 2026: what travelers should know now
Amsterdam in August 2026: Post-WorldPride calm, the Grachtenfestival's last days, Hartjesdag, and essential peak-season tips for costs, museums, and transport.
