Things I’ve Learnt As A Traveller
It’s been 18 years since I took off on the road. I have learnt an awful lot. The most important lessons of all: I am part of the human family […]
Category Archives: Travel Tips
10 Things You Really Need To Pack
Any item that can possibly make my life easier when I travel is more precious than jewels to me. These are 10 such diamonds that I will not leave home […]
Low Cost Carrier Flights Can Be Comfortable
It’s not exactly what you think: I still have to pay for some things when I travel. If there is a first class, five-star gravy train then I am not […]
What To Wear: Acceptable Attire Around The World
What is considered suitable clothing for men in Italy? Can I wear sandals in a Thai temple? If you haven’t asked these questions before packing your suitcase, you aren’t ready […]
Si! Veggie Havana
Are you vegetarian traveller? planning a trip to Cuba? Let me save you from starvation in this lovely land of pork lard and salad dodging locals – here is an […]
In-Flight Etiquette – 10 Tips For A Pleasant Journey
Long journeys are never easy to endure but following a few basic guidelines makes it more comfortable for you, your fellow traveller and the airline staff. Most of these tips […]
Hotels That Charge For Wifi: I Have My Reservations
The actual cost of wifi to the hotel is estimated to be a few cents per room per day, yet the Hilton on Park Lane in London has the audacity […]
Do you have proof of onward travel?
It’s the question that most regular travellers despise more than “would you please step this way for an intimate body search?” The most unneccessary, the most irritating and the most […]
2012 Travel Awards
Here are some of the places that made an impression on me in the last 12 months. Congratulations to you all – I am fairly sure I’ve just made you […]
Travel With Allergies
After experiencing the need for special dietary requirements on the road I find the need to share my notes with other travellers. Voilà! My new blog will tell you […]
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