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…
The DDR Museum, Berlin.

The best time to visit the DDR Museum in Berlin

Take advantage of the DDR Museum’s extended opening hours to avoid the crowds – visit first thing in the morning or go in the evening. To skip the explanation and secure your DDR Museum tickets, head here. This guide was updated in March 2026 to…
Mississippi numberplate.

How to play the US state numberplate game

What is the US state numberplate game? The US state numberplate game is one of the silliest staples of any good American road trip. The premise is very simple – you have to see a car numberplate from as many US states as possible. However,…
A saltwater crocodile, as spotted on the Daintree River near Cairns, Queensland.

How worried should I be about crocodiles in Australia?

Short answer If you’re close to a crocodile in Australia, you should be very worried indeed. If you act sensibly within crocodile territory, there’s no need to fret. A saltwater crocodile, as spotted on the Daintree River near Cairns, Queensland. Photo by David Whitley. Long…
Bear at Bearizona in Williams, Arizona.

Where to see bears in Arizona

Not all travellers to Arizona want to see bears. Hikers, in particular, would rather the bears stay well away. But for nature-lovers who want to admire Arizona’s bears from a safe distance, there are a few options. The best place to see bears in Arizona…
The Statue of Liberty.

Why Ellis Island Deserves More Time Than the Statue of Liberty

Most visitors allocate more time to the Statue of Liberty than Ellis Island. And they shouldn’t. Optimising your Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island boat tour Ellis Island was the entry point for over 12 million immigrants. The Ellis Island Immigration Museum offers immersive exhibits…