12 articles from the Guiness Travel travel blog on Tips for travellers.
12 articles
6 min read
The aeroplane is officially the world’s safest means of transport, yet many people still hesitate before stepping aboard these giants of the air. From those simply afraid of being “up in the clouds” to those who flatly refuse to try, the relationship between people and planes is not the easiest.
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The thrill of the journey is beginning to build, or the nostalgia for an adventure just ended is already setting in; the imagination is hard at work and everything is ready: only a few hours’ wait at the departure airport stand between you and take-off.
8 min read
Travelling the world is like leafing through the pages of a great encyclopaedia, a continuous discovery that satisfies mind and heart. Sometimes the choice of a trip is dictated by a book that left a deep impression on us: here are 5 works to prepare for your departure.
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December is just around the corner: the festive season is approaching and with it the chance to set off on a trip, so it is a good time to talk about suitcases and travel accessories. Preparing well in advance lets you begin your tour in a more relaxed frame of mind.
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Travelling means switching off, relaxing and recharging; after a journey, we all return to everyday life with a wealth of memories and emotions that remain etched in our minds. Yet there are unique experiences to be had during a tour: the moments when you discover a place most authentically.
4 min read
Are you a last-minute addict or a chronic ditherer who often ends up on a holiday that does not really satisfy you? It is time to change approach: if you think booking a holiday early is pointless, prepare to think again. We have drawn up a list of seven good reasons to change your mind.
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Choosing to set off on a journey and turn it into a cultural experience means embarking on a path that opens your mind and helps you grow in many ways. Discovering the traditions, customs and ways of life of local communities helps turn a journey into a true cultural experience.
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In a period of great uncertainty such as the one we are living through, making long-term plans, such as organising a trip, can be complicated. Protecting yourself against setbacks that could ruin your trip is essential: here are the steps that guarantee a carefree, surprise-proof journey.
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How to improve your approach to travel, and what sets a traveller apart from a tourist. Being a good traveller means turning the time you spend on the road into personal and cultural enrichment: here are a few tips to make your journeys truly worthwhile.
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The days before a departure are always a little chaotic, with so much to do before you set off. Weather, documents, medicines, phone, currency, cameras, local customs and the right luggage: eight simple tips to avoid problems on the day and enjoy your trip from the very first moment.
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Whenever you book a trip, situations can arise that you had not considered at the time of booking and that could lead to unpleasant complications, linked for instance to how to reach the airport or the departure point without having to spend an exorbitant sum.
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The current period has profoundly changed the traditional idea of “travel”: whereas only a few years ago it was possible to travel without restrictions, Covid-19 has imposed numerous limits and new rules to respect, from Green Passes and masks to tests and quarantines.
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