The Secrets of Low Cost Travel

Unfortunately tourists attract theives, peddlers and con artists. They think we don't know what's coming. In most cases it's true though. We arrive off a flight or at a foreign train station. We're tired, desperate to find a bed at a cheap hostel or reach...

London's Southend Airport (SEN) in Rochford doesn't get much press. It's tiny! With only one runway you might be wondering why it's even making an appearance on the blog today. It's no surprise that London needs another airport, or at least some more...

Think a trip to the City of Lights will cost you a fortune? While Paris' reputation for being a luxury destination may seem true when you book your hotel, the city hosts a wealth of free things to fill your days with. Budget travellers, listen up! If...

Finally the tourist tax that Venice has been threatening for years will be implemented next month. The city is in major need of repair and with nowhere to get the money except from tourists, thus to tax idea was born. But will it really save Venice from...

If you think it's either too late to get yourself to Edinburgh in time for the city's festivals or it will be too expensive, think again. While it's true, you won't be able to catch the main acts without dishing out, but with flights to Edinburgh still...

Tunisia's national tourism board took a wild (and very controversial) leap on their newest ad campaign. The commercial messages essentially mock the country's reputation, post-revolution, in attempts to win travellers back to the country. It's understandable...

Japan is on the top of many traveller's must-visit lists. It's culture, heritage and traditions go back for centuries. Sights include temples, pagodas, ancient gardens and legendary mountains. Contrary to this, Japan is at the forefront of technological...

New technology at airport security means one things for passengers: shorter queues, quick inspections and less time at the airport. Now this is something to celebrate! New changes at security will also help airports make better use of technology, keeping...

South Korea has something to celebrate now that it's been announced that they will host the 2018 Winter Olympic Games. It's about time too, since it's the third time that the country has applied for it. Pyeongchang, a mountain resort located very central,...

Volcanic experts in Iceland say that another volcano is on the verge of eruption which will inevitably disrupt traveller's plans. One of the most feared volcanoes in Iceland could erupt as early as Wednesday (July 13, 2011). Its name is Hekla, nicknamed...