Travel
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415First time in Japan: Your practical guide to planning the perfect trip
Without exaggeration, Japan had been on my travel list for over a decade, and when the trip finally happened, I realised that...
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906Polya Pencheva: Belgian rail operator SNCB cuts fares with Train+ card
In October 2025, Belgian railway operator SNCB announced and implemented a new travel pricing system making travel cheaper for many travellers. This...
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441Christmas in Zagreb: An award winning winter tradition in a country synonymous with summer
Croatia is associated with the sun, sea and scorching summer temperatures, but it packs a punch when the temperatures drop – particularly...
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452‘Be informed and be ready’: Electronic Travel Authorization rolling out in 2026
For aspiring expats ready to set down roots in a new country, most have already figured out and acquired their long-term visas....
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468Edinburgh Christmas Markets 2025: Your ultimate guide to this must-visit festive season destination
Make sure Edinburgh is on top of your travel list to sum up 2025. Edinburgh’s Christmas runs from now to 4 January...
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363Skip the Mittens: Chasing Christmas magic in Lisbon and beyond
One might not see Portugal as a profoundly Christmassy destination. Yet, if the weather is merciful – that is, when sunny and...
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694Hosting as an expat in Europe (updated): The good, bad and the ugly of dealing with guests
(Editor’s note: Cheryl Boyd also contributed to this post about hosting as an expat.) Nothing makes you more popular than moving to...
