Culture shock is a common phenomenon among expats. It’s difficult to define a precise meaning, but here are some ways to recognise it and deal with it so that it impacts as little as possible on your transition to a new culture: Recognising culture shock Usually within the first few months of living in a […]
Tools and Gear
Time-saving travel: how to use the cloud when exploring the world
Tech nerds, freelancing expats and digital natives alike will concur that the advent of the cloud has made travelling the world exponentially easier. Gone are the days when we all lived in secret fear of losing that USB with our entire lives’ accumulation of files on it; the days of the floppy disk and CD […]
Why to bring a smartphone backpacking
Deciding whether or not you need to bring a phone backpacking is a question every traveller asks themselves before leaving home. Most people own smartphones now and they are definitely a handy thing to have when you’re travelling so it might be time to invest. overnigh If you’re heading off, you’ll probably want to bring […]
Travel 101: Organizing Luggage for Travel
Tips for sorting your things and getting the most out of your luggage space.
What Makes Apple’s Passbook Enticing to Frequent Travelers?
Take a peek at Apple’s Passbook — just another app to make traveling easier.
Check out Etsy for Unique Travel Gear and Inspiration
Who says you have to buy all of your travel gear at large stores like REI? Check out some of the awesome handmade and custom travel gear, plus travel inspiration, available on Etsy!
5 Winter Activities in Lapland
When people think of going on holiday, the vast majority seem to gravitate towards tropical climates, relaxed beaches, and other places where they can feel the sun on their faces and sand between their toes. This probably makes a lot of sense to the average individual. But for some, the call of adventure extends beyond […]
New Discovery: Etsy.com for Travel Gear
Etsy.com, which specializes in handmade crafts and custom goods from individual merchants, also features unique items perfect for travelers.
Review: PakSmarte Packing Organizer
Read a review of the PakSmarte, a new packing organizer meant to keep your clothes neat and wrinkle-free during your journeys.
Guest Post: Touring the Irish Causeway with iPad Apps
Learn how a guest author used a variety of iPad apps to make a road trip in Ireland much easier.
Why I Never Travel Without My Kindle eBook Reader
Learn about the pros and cons of the Kindle wireless eBook reader and why I never travel without mine.
Review: mTrip App Helps Travelers Plan, Learn, Navigate, and Share
Learn about a useful new iPhone travel app called mTrip, which helps users plan itineraries, navigate a city, learn about the best local attractions, and share their adventures.