Opinion: The Best Way to Learn About Food While Travelling
No, it’s not eating at as many restaurants as possible.
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Travel the World Through These Dance Tutorials
Originally published in The New York Times.
Do you have itchy feet after all these months of lockdown? Now could be the time to do a little homework on the world of dance. Continue reading “Travel the World Through These Dance Tutorials”
Managing a Fear of Flying: How to Keep Anxiety from Grounding Your Travel Plans
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
A fear of flying isn’t uncommon but, for some people, it can make travelling an incredibly stressful experience and, for others, prevent them from going on the adventure of their dreams entirely. We asked three people with different perspectives for their tips on how to manage anxiety before and during a flight.
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Tourists Often Pay More Than the Locals. Is That Fair?
Written for the ABC.
Being “ripped off” is often part of the travel experience. Whether it’s those tourist menus with prices double what locals pay, unregulated taxis charging five times the regular price, or seeing someone at a market pay less than half for a T-shirt you bought two days ago. But does the fact it happens so often make it fair?
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Golden City – a Guide to Hoi An, Vietnam
Originally published in Jetstar Magazine.
From remarkable architecture, to shopping, beaches, dining and adventure, Vietnam’s Hoi An is the ancient city with an everlasting appeal. Continue reading “Golden City – a Guide to Hoi An, Vietnam”
Calling All Parents: Here’s Why Your Child Should Take a Gap Year
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
Watching your child set off on a long-term trip can be daunting… or even terrifying. Even if your budding backpacker is beyond their teens and reasonably responsible, for many guardians the worry never really goes away.
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A Budgeter’s Guide to Travelling Around Scandinavia
Originally published on Concrete Playground.
Travel to one of the world’s most expensive regions without draining your wallet. Yes, it’s possible. Continue reading “A Budgeter’s Guide to Travelling Around Scandinavia”
Scandinavia Photo Gallery
Shot for Concrete Playground. A trail through Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Continue reading “Scandinavia Photo Gallery”
Ten Free Travel Apps to Make Your Next Trip a Cakewalk
Originally published on Concrete Playground.
Zero-cost tools for converting currency, defying language barriers and finding Wi-Fi everywhere you go.
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MasterCard creates an index for Asian tourism
Originally published in the Korea JoongAng Daily.
MasterCard released a new Asia-Pacific Destinations Index this year, looking at the region’s tourism trends. Continue reading “MasterCard creates an index for Asian tourism”
Riding the culture shock wave
Originally published in the Korea JoongAng Daily.
Coming from Melbourne, Australia to Seoul has unveiled a myriad of experiences and emotions – from amazement to confusion. Continue reading “Riding the culture shock wave”
An Idiot’s Guide to not Offending Abroad
Originally published in The City Journal.
Travellers are skilled improvisers. Whether you are hunting for a toilet in central Russia or ordering breakfast in Nicaragua, chances are you’ll use some sort of sign language to get your point across. Continue reading “An Idiot’s Guide to not Offending Abroad”
Ginger Trails of China
Originally published on World Nomads.
Sweat decants from my body and evaporates in seconds. It seems the Chinese sun in spring wasn’t so gentle. Continue reading “Ginger Trails of China”
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