Travel Wisely

Actionable tips and practical advice to help you have a safe and worry-free trip

Buyer's Guides

How to access clean and safe drinking water on backcountry hikes

Tired of relying on bottled water when you travel? We were too. That’s why we built a lightweight, reliable water treatment kit with just four essentials—no SteriPen required. In this guide, we share what we pack, what we stopped using (and why), and how you can stay safe and sustainable wherever your journey takes you.

March 21, 2025

Experiences

How to gift stories, not stuff: Our honest review of Tinggly

Looking for a unique (sustainable) gift for someone who's got it all? A Tinggly experience could be the answer. Learn all about it in our in-depth review.

August 24, 2024

Packing Lists

My Minimalist Travel Running Gear: Your Essential Guide

If you are a frequent traveller and fond of running and can never afford to miss it, then always make sure to carry your running gear every time you travel.

June 8, 2024

Exploring Indonesia

Travel Money: How much to budget for your 2025 Indonesian adventure?

Do you wonder how much a trip around Indonesia's islands might cost? Here are our travel costs and key tips to stretch your travel budget further.

April 3, 2024

Choose Better

Pack Like a Pro: The Ultimate Carry-on Essentials for Female Travellers

How to fit all the clothes you need into a carry-on? Master the art of travelling light in any season with this essential packing list for female travellers.

November 5, 2023

Packing Lists

Discover the Joy of Minimalist Travel: The Ultimate Carry-on Packing List for Men

Whether you go on a 2-week vacation or a year-long trip, my minimalist carry-on packing list for men prepares you for any climate and any weather.

November 2, 2023

Travel Planning Tools

Essential Travel Planning Tools for Responsible, Budget-Minded Independent Travellers

Want to book accommodation, experiences and transport that are not only affordable but also ethical and sustainable? Here are the tools (and how to use them).

November 1, 2023

Exploring Japan

Travel Budget Japan: How much it costs and how to save

Are you planning a trip to Japan and are wondering how much to budget? We share our actual travel costs and useful money-saving tips for your Japan adventure.

October 29, 2023

Exploring Slovenia

How much does it cost to explore Slovenia?

Would you like to explore Slovenia and wonder how much to budget? We provide actual costs and travel money tips.

October 29, 2023

Travel Planning Tools

How to Choose The Best Foreign Language School Abroad

Do you want to study a language in the country it is spoken? There are thousands of language schools worldwide, and your study experience can make or break your desire to improve your language skills. So, how do you choose the right one?

October 25, 2023

Safety Advice

How to protect your personal data and avoid online identity fraud

Password hacking statistics are alarming. Avoid being a victim of online identity fraud with the help of password managers and simple tricks.

July 2, 2023

Travel Money

How much money do you need to travel?

Country-by-country travel costs curated over the years - all collated by full-time independent travellers with carry-on luggage only. Can you afford not to travel?

July 1, 2023