Travel Tips

Currency of India

The National Currency of India is the Indian Rupee, which is available in denominations of 1, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 2000. There are coins for 1, 2, 5 and 10. Banking in India has become... read more

Be hydrated on high altitude

Be hydrated whenever planning a trip to high altitudes in the Himalayas. Leh Ladakh base is located at 11400 ft from the sea level. Drinking 2-3 litre bottles of water is advisable. If you are taking... read more

Travelling in India

Hi! My name is Janet. My husband and I have travelled to India 14 times over the past 15 years. It’s our favorite place on Earth and we absolutely love it. Each time we have visited India, our... read more

Everything you need to know to visit Coudenberg Palace

At Coudenberg Palace, you can visit the archaeological site of the old palace of Brussels where Charles V used to live. The entrance of the museum is at BELvue, where you can learn a lot about the... read more

Travel tips You Can't Miss - Unprocessed Water

I'm a travel blogger, that means I travel a lot. With my travel journey, I have learned a lot from my mistakes. And I absolutely do not want my fellow travellers to repeat those same mistakes! And... read more

Remembering the four Chinese tones

Many Chinese learning beginners can't remember the tones of Chinese characters and even don't know how to distinguish them. Here's the little tip for remembering better, four different tones can be... read more

5 Reasons Your Kids Will Love Los Angeles

Most families head to the Los Angeles area for a weekend getaway at Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Universal Studios or Magic Mountain. But does family fun have to come at such a cost? Of course... read more

Tips for Driving in Ireland

Traveling through Ireland by car gave our family the freedom and flexibility to take in the breathtaking countryside views and explore ancient magical castles. While it can be a daunting, renting and... read more

Phrasebook: Basic Italian for travel

These are a few key words and expressions that have come in very handy while travelling. Try to learn these -or the ones that most apply to your situation- when visiting Italy. The locals will... read more

My Top 3 Tips For Travelling On A Budget

This blog post is going to be about how to save money while planning your next adventure.  I would say the majority of people worry about spending a lot of money on buying their flights, it... read more

Walking in Madeira

If you are a keen walker, beware of walking the "levadas" in Madeira. Whilst the scenery is great, the routes are flat and narrow, and you often end up behind slow old people, and you don't get... read more

How to choose the right Himalayan trek for you

If you're thinking of heading to the Himalayas for a trek, choosing the right one can be a challenge. With hundreds of treks available, from the Markha Valley trek in Kashmir to the Dzongri trek in... read more

Tip: Avoid the Yellow Tuk Tuk Scam in Bangkok!

Obviously when travelling you have to be careful, but it helps to know what to avoid before going! On this occasion, it was the 'Yellow Tuk Tuk Scam' in Bangkok. We were stopped by a man... read more

The most popular tourist destination: Ibiza

Ibiza Island is the most popular tourist destination for its famous stormy nightlife. Apart from these fun, however, the island is preferred by tourists and for many of its natural sites listed on... read more

Travel Tips When Going to Detroit

Detroit may seem like any other larger Midwestern city, but it is so much more than that. With the hubbub of the auto industry, beautiful suburbs, vibrant culture and the ever-changing weather thanks... read more