Category: How To

  • Stay on a houseboat in Paris on the Seine River

    On our last trip to Paris, we stayed in a houseboat on the Seine River, next to the Jardin des Tuileries, steps away from the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay, and within walking distance to the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame, Les Invalides, Panthéon, and more!

  • Visit the massive karst cave systems of Northeast Italy and Slovenia

    Less than 50 km apart in Northeast Italy and Slovenia are two impressively large cave systems. Grotta Gigante near Triste, Italy features a massive main cavern while the Postojna Cave features over 24 km of cave tunnels. Both have been welcoming tourists for over 100 years.

  • How to take the ferry to Cozumel

    Cozumel is a Caribbean paradise island that’s just a quick ferry ride from Playa del Carmen. It makes for a great side excursion to go snorkelling or scuba diving on the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, enjoy a quiet beach club, or explore the town of San Miguel de Cozumel. Keep reading to learn how to…

  • How to get cellular service in Utila, Honduras

    Sometimes it’s nice to disconnect when travelling, but sometimes it’s critical to stay connected. Luckily, getting cellular service in Utila, Honduras is easy and affordable.

  • 7 best compact travel cameras for 2022

    As a photographer, I often get asked for advise on which camera to buy. Most of these people are specifically looking for a travel camera. Here I explore the world of high quality, easily portable, compact travel camera that produce amazing photos. While there’s no one best camera for every person, this article outlines what…

  • How to plan your visit to Turks and Caicos

    Learn some tips and tricks for planning a visit to Turks and Caicos Islands, including what areas to stay in, where to find affordable accommodations, where to eat and how to get around.

  • How to take the Airport Express train into Hong Kong

    Your first impression of any city (after the airport and immigration/customs) is the transit from the airport into the city. Some cities make it easier than others. This article explains how to take the Airport Express train into Hong Kong (and back to the airport).

  • How to take the Star Ferry between Hong Kong and Kowloon

    The Star Ferry is a ferry service between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, crossing the Victoria Harbour. It’s been in operation since 1888, and today it carries 26 million passengers per year. It’s very inexpensive, offers amazing views of the Hong Kong skyline, and is a convenient way to cross the harbour.

  • How to take the Ruta del Desierto bus in Los Cabos

    Learn how to take the Ruta del Desierto bus to and from the San José del Cabo airport and Los Cabos (or between San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas).

  • How to get a panoramic view of Mexico City from the Torre Latinoamericana

    Learn how to get a panoramic view of Mexico City from the observation deck of the Torre Latinoamericana.