As a professional travel photographer, I’ve used a lot of travel tripods over the years, including models from Manfrotto and Vanguard. Today, I’m going to be reviewing Peak Design’s travel tripod, which I’ve been using in the field for the past several months to see how it compares to other travel tripods. I’ve actually been […]
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Tips for Traveling with a Safety Razor
In this guide, I am going to provide tips for traveling with a safety razor. Last year I got a safety razor for Christmas and after a bit of practice, it is now my only razor. Jess and I prefer to use a safety razor over an electric or disposable razor. Safety razors are not […]
The Best Food Tours in Rome, Italy
If you’re thinking of visiting Rome, you might be thinking about trying some of the tasty Roman food on offer. And one of the best ways to do that in Rome is to take a food tour or cooking class. We suspect that when you think of Italy, one of the first things that comes […]
What to Pack for Safari – A Detailed Safari Packing List
So you’re going on safari. Awesome! We love safaris, and Jess and I have been lucky enough to take many safaris together. But now you might be wondering what to actually pack for safari. Well, we’re here to help. We’ve taken safaris on a number of occasions in a variety of countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, […]
Complete Guide to Visiting Alton Towers
If you’re thinking of visiting Alton Towers, you’re in the right place. We’ve put together this detailed guide to help you plan your visit to one of the UK’s best-known theme parks. Alton Towers is located in Staffordshire England and is currently the largest and most visited theme park in the UK, featuring a wide […]
The Best Things to do in Manchester, England
Manchester is a city located in the north-west of England. It’s well known today for its football teams, music, and food. It’s also a city with a rich past, having been at the centre of the Industrial Revolution. Laurence worked and lived in Manchester for a time, and it’s a city we both enjoy visiting […]
The Best Seine River Dinner Cruises in Paris
We have visited Paris many times, and one of the activities we always recommend folks do when visiting the city for the first time is to take a Seine River Cruise. They offer a unique perspective on the city and let you see many of the highlights of Paris as you relax onboard. You actually […]
The Best Photography Bean Bags for Safari + What to Look For
If you are planning a safari, the chances are good that you are thinking about taking a larger camera and lens with you. These can produce wonderful wildlife photos, but they also come with a downside, which is that they can be heavy and hard to hold for prolonged periods of time. Normally the solution […]
Airalo Review: Is this the Best eSIM for International Travel?
If you’re planning on taking a trip, you might be wondering what is the best way to get online when traveling internationally? Well, we have tried many options, and one of those options is the eSIM provider Airalo. In this guide, we’re going to provide a full review of the Airalo eSIM service to see if […]
Visiting the Vatican in Rome 2024: A Detailed Guide to Help you Plan Your Visit
If you are planning to visit Rome, then we think a trip to the Vatican is a must. This is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the city, and one we have been lucky enough to visit several times over the past 20 years. There is a huge amount to see and do […]