On weekdays I provide essential and informative travel tips, with a different subject each day!
“You make me feel naked, undressing me with your eyes” – Louise Nurding. I omitted the words “Thirsty Thursdays” from the title only because the title would have been too long and cumbersome, but this was a wild one and it is a Thirsty Thursday post. The Perch Bar is legendary! It is a bar…
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There were 76.1 million single-adult households without children in the European Union in 2025, according to Eurostat, more than any other type of household and 19.2% more than in 2016. While living alone does not necessarily mean being single, the figures show how common independent living has become. A single person moving to a European…
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A good international removal quote should tell you more than the headline price. To compare companies properly, you need to know what is included, what sits outside the quote, what could increase the final cost, and when you will need to pay. For this comparison, we looked at five practical tests of pricing transparency: Can…
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The optimal travel tech setup in 2026 fits entirely inside a single daypack pocket and doesn’t advertise your net worth to street thieves. Most modern backpackers overpack. They strap on heavy chest mounts, carry oversized gimbals, and inevitably complain about back pain after three days on the road. Stop doing this. The era of hauling…
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A roadside can look clear and open until a vehicle moves close to a building, parking area, or busy work zone. When vehicles and nearby structures share limited space, a physical barrier can create a clear boundary between moving traffic and protected areas. Not every road has the same layout. A straight roadside, paved parking…
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You finally get a clear weekend, good weather, and a Bronco that is ready for an open-air drive. The task appears easy until the removable roof panels need to come off, the hardware is still attached, and the entire top becomes cumbersome to lift. A simple project may turn out to be frustrating without a…
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“The tunnel of love might amuse you, Noah’s Ark might confuse you” – Richard Thompson. The idea of this trip overland/oversea/undersea was an amalgamation of factors. Firstly because recently I got so fed up with airlines. Every single trip I have done since 2021 has had at least one flight delay, cancellation or change. In…
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Greece is one of the UK’s favourite holiday destinations, attracting millions of visitors each year with its islands, coastline, fresh food and laid-back way of life. At the same time, industry research shows more UK businesses are allowing employees to work remotely from other countries. Have you thought about combining work and pleasure? A change…
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When it comes to natural paradises, it doesn’t get much more beautiful and compelling than Costa Rica. This part of the world is crammed with biodiversity and wonder; there are more distinct species of animals and plants to be found in the famous cloud forests than there are in many much larger nations. But getting…
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Key Highlights A handheld fan in Australia can make waterfall chasing far more comfortable during hot, humid walks. A portable fan works by improving airflow across your skin, which helps cooling feel faster outdoors. Battery life matters more than most people think, especially on long summer drives, hikes, and lookouts. The best cooling fan options…
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