In-flight health: How to look after yourself on a plane
Flying is convenient but poses health risks like dehydration, fatigue, and deep vein thrombosis; preventative measures can mitigate these issues.
Christchurch to Oamaru drive: The best things to do on the way
The itinerary from Christchurch to Oamaru spans 300km, highlighting key stops like the International Antarctic Centre, Lake House at Ashburton, and Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre. Visitors can enjoy Oamaru's Victorian Precinct and conclude by watching the Blue Penguin Colony at sunset.
7 best things to do in Las Vegas for 7-year-old children (2026)
The best Las Vegas attractions for seven-year-old children include the Blue Man Group, Electric Playhouse and the Shark Reef Aquarium. Family holiday in Las Vegas I recently returned from a family holiday to Las Vegas. It was a bit of gamble – after all, Las…
The best weather for visiting Thorpe Park
If you want to avoid crowds and long queues at Thorpe Park, take a close look at the weather forecast before booking tickets. Optimal Weather Strategy for Visiting Thorpe Park Rainy days lead to shorter queues and smaller crowds. Brief rain spells are ideal for…
How scary is the Grand Canyon Skywalk?
The Grand Canyon Skywalk has you standing nearly 4,000ft above the Colorado River. But its perhaps not as scary as some travellers may anticipate. What is the Grand Canyon Skywalk? The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a large viewing platform on Hualapai Indian land at Grand…
How to get on the Harry Potter Studios Tour when tickets have sold out
Harry Potter Studios Tour tickets often sell out. But there is often next day availability on packaged tours from London to the Warner Bros Studio. This guide was updated in January 2026. Getting Harry Potter Studios Tour tickets, summarised. The Warner Bros Studio Tour is…
Budapest in May with children
Planning a family city break? Budapest in May is an ideal destination for children. Discover the best thermal baths, parks, and attractions for a memorable family travel experience. Budapest weather in May Cheap flights from numerous airports, short flying times and solid weather make Budapest…
The best day to visit Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi
Find the best day to visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Use my guide to avoid crowds, minimize queue times, and get the most from your day at the theme park. Days to avoid at Ferrari World Ferrari World, a vast indoor theme park, is one…
How to get free entry to St Paul’s Cathedral, London
Worshippers, people praying in St Dunstan’s Chapel, disabled visitors and carers can enter St Paul’s Cathedral free of charge. Everyone else needs to pay for a ticket. This guide was updated in January 2026. St Paul’s Cathedral is one of the most visited attractions in…
Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam: How to get in when tickets are sold out
Van Gogh Museum tours — which include admission tickets — have availability when normal entry tickets have sold out. This guide, updated in January 2026, shows you how to get inside Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum when there are no tickets left. Visiting Amsterdam’s Van Gogh…