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“Lake Como, it seems to me, touches on the limit of permissibly picturesque,” he wrote in 1934 in his travel book Beyond the Mexique Bay, “but Atitlán is Como with additional embellishments of several immense volcanoes. It really is too much of a good thing.” The same could be said About the country itself. Guatemala […]

Yeah, many shows are filmed on studio sets, but to make a scene feel authentic, some crews travel all over the world. Take The White Lotus, for example; this season was shot in Koh Samui, Thailand. Or Game of Thrones, which was filmed across multiple locations in Northern Ireland. Naturally, when the cameras start rolling

From Plane Seat to Medina Street: Airport Arrivals Without Regret Marrakesh Menara Airport is small, chaotic, and somehow always smells faintly of mint tea. To the city centre: Don’t get in a random taxi unless you enjoy bartering before breakfast. Instead: Bus 19: Around 4 MAD (less than €0.50)—cheap, slow, and actually kind of a

With summer fast approaching, you haven’t got much time left to figure out where to head. If you’re someone who can’t handle the heat, you might think your options are limited. But don’t worry; Kiwi is here to fill you in on the new Coolcation trend and help you find out where you can enjoy

How to Arrive in Nice Without Looking Clueless From the Airport Nice Côte d’Azur Airport is literally in the city. Chic. From Terminal 1 or 2, hop on the Tram Line 2 (€1.70, legends only) and ride it straight to Jean Médecin in the city centre in under 25 mins. Tickets are valid for 74

But the most remarkable thing about him was that I knew him. “Brian?” I said as he made his way down the aisle. “Sig? What the hell—?” “Yeah, exactly. And you?” We had gone to university together and occasionally bumped into each other at parties or on campus, but we had never been close and

When I finally visited, I was amazed at how much history and culture seemed to be forgotten there. I came across churches that dated back centuries in Ohrid, and thought about the importance of Ohrid as a medieval religious centre. Likewise, in Skopje, I thought about the odd collective of Ottoman, Yugoslav, and modern references

Getting From the Airport Without Donating a Kidney Welcome to Seville Airport! Avoid the taxi trap and instead hop on the EA (Especial Aeropuerto) bus. It runs every 20–30 minutes, takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre, and costs just €4 (one-way). Alternatively, if you’re travelling ultra-light and fancy stretching your legs, the

How to Get From the Airport Without Selling a Kidney The Ibiza Airport (IBZ) is just 7km from Ibiza Town. Skip the overpriced taxis (which can charge €20–30 for a short ride) and hop on Bus L10. For just €3.50, it’ll whisk you straight into the town centre in 20 minutes. Buses run every 20–30

When a bag misses a connecting flight, passengers must report it at the airline’s luggage counter, presenting their passport, boarding pass, and a description of the bag. Most delayed luggage is returned within 24–48 hours, though it can take longer if rerouted. Airlines may cover essentials like clothes and toiletries, but policies vary; for example,