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How to prepare for a trip to China
Preparing for China is like packing for an expedition to another planet: everything seems clear, but the devil is in the details. To avoid standing bewildered in the middle of bustling Shanghai, not k…
QR code: in which countries can you pay this way
Just a few years ago, preparing for an overseas trip meant a mandatory visit to a currency exchange and a painful calculation of cash. Today, the world is changing rapidly, and the smartphone is repla…
What to Eat in China
Chinese cuisine is a delight. It is one of the most diverse and popular in the world. Many know about dumplings, Peking duck, or Kung Pao chicken — thanks to them, Chinese cuisine restaurants in any c…
Best Cities in China for Your First Trip
It seems like a no-brainer: grab tickets to Beijing, and you’re all set. For a first-timer, it’s perfect. However, we hold a different opinion, which is why we’ve chosen 5 cities in China that are bet…
Not just Hainan: China’s beach resorts
When we think of the sea in China, the island of Hainan immediately comes to mind. But what if we told you that this is just the tip of the iceberg? The mainland of the country hides dozens of stunnin…
Chinese New Year: When Not to Fly to the Middle Kingdom
China is a dream destination for many travelers. The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the futuristic skyscrapers of Shanghai , and spicy Sichuan cuisine attract tourists all year round. However, there…
Free Public Transport Abroad
How to get around abroad is always a tricky question. Some simply buy a day pass and spare no expense, while others prefer to walk to avoid spending extra money on “it’s only a ten-minute walk!”. But…
Macau – the Eastern Las Vegas: how to get there and why visit
Macau is not just an Eastern clone of Nevada. It’s a unique place where Portuguese azulejo tiles meet Chinese red lanterns, and Michelin-starred restaurants coexist with tiny shops that have been serv…
Abandoned Cities: 5 Places Where Time Stood Still
Sometimes a trip needs a little adrenaline. And you don’t necessarily have to parachute, paraglide over the city (which is also very cool!) or provoke local bandits by walking alone in dark alleys. Yo…
Tipping in Asia. Should you leave a tip, when and how much?
When traveling in Asia, remember that tipping is a Western culture that came to Asia relatively recently. In many regions, money left as a tip can be considered almost an insult. Today we will talk ab…
What gadgets will be useful during a flight
A flight is a portal to a new life, but sometimes this portal smells of heated airplane food and sounds like the hum of a giant vacuum cleaner. And the difference between ‘arriving exhausted’ and ‘rea…
Did you know that some airports have beds?
Did you know that some airports have beds? They are intended for passengers whose flights were canceled due to bad weather or other force majeure circumstances. These unfortunate travelers are offered…
What souvenirs to bring from a trip?
Souvenirs are not just pretty things that decorate our home; they are memories of places we once visited. What souvenirs do travelers most often bring back? We won’t describe what you can bring from a…
10 Beautiful Libraries from Around the World
Libraries have long ceased to be mere repositories of dusty tomes. Today, they are grand architectural monuments where history intertwines with modern design, and the silence of the halls inspires new…
The World’s Largest Cities
If you prefer non-stop action to quiet solitude somewhere by the sea or in the mountains—this article is for you. We’ve already told you about the oldest cities in the world, and now it’s time to delv…
Creepy Legends of Japan and UAE
Halloween is behind us, but the spooky stories heard at parties are always with us. We decided to diversify our material and tell some interesting legends from Japan and the Arab Emirates. Save them,…
The strangest things passengers tried to bring on board or check in
What do you pack in your suitcase when going on a trip? Toiletries? 100500 dresses and T-shirts? You’re predictable. What about live lobsters, a toilet lid, and a toy giraffe head? Australian portal w…
Useful tips for renting apartments on Airbnb
Services for renting private apartments are gaining more and more popularity and have already become a worthy competitor to hotel booking websites . In this article, we will talk about one of the most…
How to transport lithium batteries on a plane?
Since January 1, 2013, the rules for transporting lithium batteries have become stricter. This is due to the risk of battery short circuit and subsequent ignition. A short circuit is possible when an…
What to do at the airport if your flight is delayed
It’s unpleasant, but true: flights get delayed. And then two eternal questions arise — ‘who is to blame’ and ‘what to do’. Airline staff will help you with the answer to the first. You’ll also have to…