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Travel guides

Practical advice that works wherever you are going.

All guides

  • The smart packing list

    A practical travel packing list for any trip: documents, clothing by climate, tech, health essentials and the small items travellers most often forget.

  • Trip planning checklist

    A step-by-step trip planning checklist: choose when to go, set a budget, book flights and stays, sort documents and plan balanced days.

  • How to find cheap flights

    Practical ways to find cheaper flights: when to book, flexible dates, nearby airports, fare alerts, budget airline fees and the myths worth ignoring.

  • Travel insurance explained

    What travel insurance covers, what it usually excludes, and the questions to ask before you buy: medical cover, cancellation, baggage and adventure activities.

  • Solo travel: safety and confidence

    Practical solo travel safety tips: choosing accommodation, arriving at night, staying connected, protecting valuables and meeting other travellers.

  • Travelling with kids

    Family travel tips that work: choosing kid-friendly destinations, pacing your days, flights with children, packing and keeping everyone happy.

  • Sustainable travel

    Simple ways to travel more sustainably: fewer, longer trips, trains over short flights, supporting local businesses, respecting places and reducing waste.

  • How to beat jet lag

    Practical ways to reduce jet lag: shifting your sleep before travel, timing light exposure, staying hydrated and adjusting quickly on arrival.

  • Plug adapters by destination

    Which plug adapter and voltage you need for 24 destinations, from Japan's 100 V type A to the UK's type G, plus tips on converters and chargers.

  • Emergency numbers by destination

    Emergency phone numbers for police, ambulance and fire in 24 popular destinations, plus what to save before you travel.

  • Tipping guide by destination

    How much to tip in restaurants around the world, from no tipping in Japan to 18–20% in New York, with local customs for 24 destinations.

  • Is the tap water safe?

    Whether tap water is safe to drink in 24 popular destinations, and how to stay hydrated sustainably where it isn't.