Is it easy to drive in Iceland? A guide for first time visitors
My partner and I found driving in Iceland easier than we expected. The roads are well-maintained, so if you’ve driven in even a small city before, you shouldn’t find it too intimidating. A few things did take us some getting used to though, so here’s what we learnt.
How to get around Cappadocia without a car
My partner and I visited Cappadocia without renting a car, and it was mostly stress-free, though there were a few things we should have planned better. Here’s what we did, along with what I’d do if we visited again.
Katla Ice Cave Tour [Honest Review]
Visiting Katla Ice Cave was the second best thing we did in Iceland, right after seeing the Northern Lights. We booked a tour from Vík, and it’s worth doing no matter when you’re travelling, since Katla is one of the only ice caves you can visit year-round.
Here’s everything you need to know, from pickup to what to wear.
How to pick a crossbody bag for your Europe trip + the safest ways to wear it
Pickpocketing in Europe
is unfortunately a reality, but a good crossbody bag, worn the right way makes you a much harder target. After four trips and a few different bags, here’s exactly what my partner and I look for and how we wear it.
How to use Bluetooth headphones on a plane tv: AirFly review
If you want to use your own wireless headphones on a plane, AirFly is how we make it work. My partner wanted to use his own Bluetooth headphones, so we picked one up and after testing it on six flights, here’s our honest take.
How to see the Singapore airport waterfall on a layover
Singapore Changi Airport has a reputation as one of the most beautiful airports in the world, and it mostly comes down to the waterfall inside the Jewel. The good news is that even on a layover, you can see it using the Skytrain. It took me three attempts – here’s how to get it right first time.
Istanbul to Gallipoli Day Trip [Honest Review]
After five days in Istanbul, my partner and I took a day trip to Gallipoli with Crowded House Tours. It’s a long day (4.5 hour drive each way) but if you want to visit Gallipoli with proper historical context and see the major sites, it’s worth doing.
Here’s everything you need to know about the experience, from pickup to drop-off.
What’s the best way to get cash in Europe? (without getting scammed)
After years of traveling around Europe, My partner and I have figured out the best ways to withdraw cash without losing money to hidden fees and terrible exchange rates.
Best places to eat in Istanbul + What to order
My partner and I had one clear goal during our
five days in Istanbul: eat as much Turkish food as possible. The city’s famous for its food scene, and we were determined to try everything from street vendors to neighbourhood restaurants.
Here are the best places we found and what you should order.
The best apps for visiting Seoul (That I actually used!)
While Seoul is incredibly tourist-friendly, having the right apps will make your South Korea trip so much smoother.
These are the three apps my partner and I used everyday for directions, ordering food and shopping.
The best thing is that they’re all free and work without needing to create accounts.