Overtourism remains a major problem for popular tourist destinations. While there’s no quick and easy solution, travellers can help mitigate this tourism-created problem by not contributing to overtourism simply by making more responsible choices about when, where and how you travel. As you’re planning your upcoming summer/winter high season trips, consider these ways in which … Read more
Barcelona travel tips to reduce overtourism that still give back to locals rather than take away, include everything from avoiding the overcrowded sights and exploring lesser-visited neighbourhoods to visiting over the quieter periods such as winter and Christmas-New Year, if possible. If not, then follow these local tips so you’re part of the solution not … Read more
Cambodia has reopened to tourists! Cambodia travel restrictions for tourists have been lifted with the Cambodian government announcing that tourist e-visas are being issued again, quarantine has been reduced for vaccinated travellers, and quarantine-free entry is coming for travellers arriving from Thailand by air. Siem Reap is bustling again with hotels preparing to reopen. Here’s … Read more
Our top pandemic travel tips are aimed at travellers considering international travel this year or travellers already planning a vacation abroad. While many countries have opened up or are opening up, travel won’t be easy. In fact, for many it’s going to be extraordinarily challenging. There is a new travel normal for which you need … Read more
Historic Hoi An temples and pagodas you have to visit in the ancient port town include the colourful Quan Cong Temple, a Confucian temple established in 1653, and charming Chau Cua Pagoda on the Japanese Bridge, dating to the 17th century. Yes, there’s more to Hoi An than food! For many travellers, Central Vietnam’s Hoi … Read more