Warwick Castle.

Is there free parking at Warwick Castle?

Is there free parking at Warwick Castle? This practical guide to arrival options, parking fees, and local alternatives for visitors, was checked and updated in January 2026. To skip the explanation and buy Warwick Castle tickets, head this way. If you are planning a visit,…
Sue the T-Rex inside the Field Museum, Chicago.

Ultimate guide to parking at the Field Museum (Chicago)

Guide to parking at the Field Museum in Chicago. Includes details on garage locations, current rates, and essential arrival tips for visitors. Where is the Field Museum? The Field Museum is at 1400 South DuSable Lake Shore Drive, in the heart of Chicago’s Museum Campus. Parking…
Hampton Court Palace in London, England.

Guide to parking at Hampton Court Palace (2026 prices)

If you’re planning to visit Hampton Court Palace, it’s best to go by public transport, as on-site parking is limited. However, if you insist on taking the car, this guide to parking at Hampton Court Palace should help you find the right spot. Note: It's…
Battle Abbey near Hastings, Sussex.

Parking at Battle Abbey, Sussex: what you need to know

Parking at Battle Abbey in Sussex: what you need to know. A practical guide to arrival, costs, and visiting the historic 1066 battlefield. This guide was updated in March 2026 to add new season admission prices to the Abbey. Battle Abbey was built on the…
The beach at Ritidian Point, Guam.

How I got trapped in Guam’s Ritidian Point Wildlife Refuge

A long layover, tiredness and a Japanese map almost lead to disaster in Guam… A layover in Guam Around the world, there are some places we never spend time in by choice. Nonetheless, we’re forced to tackle them through inconveniently long layovers between connecting flights.…
Sign at Slope Point on New Zealand's Catlins Coast.

Discover nature’s beauty on New Zealand’s Catlins Coast

Discover the unspoiled Catlins Coast of New Zealand. An essential guide to finding the wildlife, waterfalls, and incredible scenic lookouts. Native birds at Kaka Point The noise along the muddy tracks near Kaka Point is extraordinary.  Glimpses of wing and tail can be caught amongst…
Autumn colour in Massachusetts.

Why leaf-peeping is not just for old people

Discover the appeal of leaf peeping and why chasing autumnal colors is an essential, rewarding travel experience for all ages. What is leaf-peeping? Up until I actually tried it, I’d treated the concept of “leaf-peeping” with utter contempt. For the uninitiated, the general concept works…
Some random observations about driving in the US

Some random observations about driving in the US

Random, yet helpful, observations about driving in the US. Essential advice and insights for tourists planning a road trip across America. The following random thoughts were ones that sprung to mind as I drove from Boston to Chicago. They’re not entirely based on this trip…