The view from Ouen Toro, New Caledonia.

What to do on a short break in Noumea, New Caledonia

French flair meets South Pacific relaxation on the world’s largest lagoon – and here’s what visitors to New Caledonia should consider doing. What is Noumea like? Noumea is an intoxicating swirl of contradictions. Urban, but with an island time vibe; in the South Pacific, but…

Guide to the Mulifanua to Salelologa ferry in Samoa

The Mulifanua to Salelologa ferry is the critical link between Upolu and Savaii, Samoa's two main islands. Operated by the Samoa Shipping Corporation (SSC), this service offers both passenger and vehicle transport. It’s a critical connection for the nation, and most travellers heading to Savaii…
The Shotover Jet on the Shotover River, Queenstown, New Zealand.

The best places to go jetboating in New Zealand

When choosing a destination for jetboating in New Zealand, look for river trips. Here’s why. New Zealand is not exactly short of things to do. One day you might kayak to the Maori rock carvings on Lake Taupo, the next seeing the albatross colony near…
The view on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Why you should visit New Zealand in the spring

Spring is the best time to visit New Zealand, with September, October, and November offering smaller crowds, flowering landscapes, and mild weather. Why visit New Zealand in the northern hemisphere autumn? Mid-October to the end of November is when flights to New Zealand are traditionally…

Do I need to book York Dungeon tickets in advance?

Planning to visit the York Dungeon? Find out if you need to book your tickets in advance to secure your slot and avoid long queues. Important! Entry to the York Dungeon is included within the Visit York Pass. If you’re planning to visit several attractions in Yorkshire,…

Four great places to eat and drink in Prague

After repeated visits to Prague over the last two decades, I’ve learned that the best places to eat in the Czech capital aren’t always immediately obvious. Elsewhere on the site, I’ve written about where to drink in Prague away from the tourist traps. But for…
How many bottles of wine can you bring into Iceland?

How many bottles of wine can you bring into Iceland?

Planning a trip to Iceland? Find out how many bottles of wine and other alcohol you are legally allowed to bring into the country. Saving money in Iceland Iceland is an astonishingly expensive place to visit. This is particularly the case if you like a…
A hilltop view of Prague, Czechia.

Berlin to Prague by train: A realistic day trip?

The Berlin to Prague train timetable makes a day trip possible, with tickets costing from €18.99. But it’s better to turn the two cities into a twin centre holiday. City breaks in Berlin and Prague Berlin and Prague are two of Europe’s great city break…