The Dubrovnik city walls are best walked later in the day.

7 Dubrovnik travel tips to vastly improve your visit

From knowing the best time to visit Dubrovnik and walk the walls, to getting the cheapest Dubrovnik bus tickets, these seven tips should make your Croatian holiday better. Know the best time of year to visit Dubrovnik Accommodation in Dubrovnik is highly seasonal – prices…
The Christmas Market in Salzburg, Austria.

Can you walk from Salzburg Airport to the city?

Walking 5km from Salzburg Airport to the city centre is possible but not recommended; most travellers prefer the efficient bus or taxi options. How close is Salzburg Airport to the city centre? Salzburg is one of the prettiest cities in Europe, but it is surprisingly…
The Grand Canyon Skywalk at Grand Canyon West, Arizona.

The best time to visit the Grand Canyon Skywalk

Get to the Grand Canyon Skywalk at opening time, and you can beat the crowds on the tour buses from Las Vegas. So set your alarm early. Optimising your Grand Canyon Skywalk visit Early morning visits help avoid crowds and intense heat. Spring and autumn…
How to write a good quiz question

How to write a good quiz question

I have always enjoyed a good pub quiz, but it’s only recently that I’ve started writing quizzes myself. I’ve been compiling the Traveller quiz (subscribers only) for the Sydney Morning Herald and the Age for just under a year, and set up Geograquiz, my own…