HotTrip Journal
Guides to destinations, tips for booking flights and rules worth knowing before you fly. Pick a category or use the search. Current fares are on the HotTrip flight search.
Yerevan: areas, where to stay and what to see in 2-3 days
Yerevan areas and where to stay, the main sights (Republic Square, the Cascade, Matenadaran, Erebuni), trips to Garni and Geghard and how to get from the airport.
Where to stay in Bangkok: which areas to choose for a first visit
A guide to Bangkok areas: Sukhumvit, Siam, Silom, the Old City and the river. Where to stay the first time, how to get from the airport and how to move around.
When to go to Phuket: seasons, rain and weather by month
The best time to visit Phuket: dry and rainy seasons, sea conditions, red flags on the beaches and how to pick a month by weather and price.
When to book cheap flights: how far ahead and on which day
How many weeks or months before departure to buy a ticket, whether there is a cheapest day of the week, how seasons change prices and a checklist before you pay.
Heavy rain in Da Nang and Hue on October 29, 2026: what travelers should do in Vietnam
Storms and downpours hit central Vietnam, with flash flood and landslide warnings for Hue, Quang Tri and Da Nang. What forecasters say and how to adjust your plans.
Ubud: what to do, temples, museums, rice terraces and dance
Things to do in Ubud: Goa Gajah, Gunung Kawi, Tirta Empul, museums, the Campuhan Ridge Walk and evening dance shows, with entry prices and how many days to stay.
UAE beaches closed because of an oil slick: what travelers should do
An oil slick off the UAE coast closed beaches in three emirates. Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports are open. What it means for your trip and your ticket, as of October 26, 2026.
Travel insurance for trips abroad: what it covers and how to choose
What travel insurance covers, what is usually excluded, how much cover to choose for different destinations and what to do if something happens.
Thailand tourist fee of 450 baht from 2027: who pays
Thailand approved a 450 baht fee for foreign visitors from early 2027: who is exempt, how it may be collected, what the money is for and how it differs from the exit tax.
Thailand delays the 1,000 baht exit tax: what it means for travelers
Thailand again postponed a 1,000 baht exit tax for air passengers. What was delayed, what stays on the agenda and what to do if you plan a trip.
Tbilisi: where to stay and what to see, areas and routes
Where to stay in Tbilisi: the Old Town, Sololaki, Rustaveli Avenue, Avlabari and Vake. What to see in three days, how to get from the airport and how to pay for transport.
Tbilisi: when to go and what to pack, Mtskheta and Kakheti
The best season for Tbilisi, how to get around, half a day in Mtskheta, Kakheti wine country and what to bring with you.
Sharm El Sheikh: when to go and what to see
The best time to visit Sharm El Sheikh, what the sea is like in each season and where to go: Ras Mohammed, Dahab, Sinai and the Thistlegorm wreck.
Sharm El Sheikh: areas and beaches, and where to stay
Where to stay in Sharm El Sheikh: Naama Bay, Sharks Bay, the Old Town and Ras Mohammed. Reefs, coral shoes, the airport and entry rules.
Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah: a quiet holiday in the UAE
Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah as calmer alternatives to Dubai: museums, mountains, beaches, airports and how to choose.
Phuket red alert on October 29, 2026: what travelers should do
Phuket authorities raised the danger level to red because of rising water in the Bang Yai canal. What is closed, which areas are flooded and what to do with your flight and hotel.
Phuket floods in October 2026: what travelers with a ticket should do
Heavy rain flooded the streets of Patong on October 26, 2026. What happened, how it affects flights and hotels, and what to do with your ticket and insurance.
Phuket beaches: which area to choose for your holiday
A guide to Phuket beaches and areas: Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, Bang Tao and Nai Harn. Where it is lively, where it is quiet and how to get from the airport.
Phu Quoc: beaches, season and how to get to the island
Phu Quoc beaches, the best months, how to fly to the island and what to try. Seasons, Long Beach, Kim Beach and Cau, and the 30-day visa-free rule for arrivals by air.
Phan Thiet and Mui Ne: an affordable beach holiday with wind and dunes
Mui Ne and Phan Thiet: what the resort looks like, kitesurfing, sand dunes, how to get there from Ho Chi Minh City and who it suits.
Pattaya: where to stay, which area to choose and what to do
Where to stay in Pattaya: Central Pattaya, Jomtien, Naklua and Pratamnak. How the city is laid out, songthaews, islands, diving and how to get there from Bangkok.
When to go to Pattaya: weather by month and what to know
Pattaya weather by month with temperatures and rainfall, the best and wettest months, Songkran and when to visit Koh Larn.
Online check-in: when it opens and how to do it
When online check-in opens and closes, how to complete it step by step, what you need, what to do if it is not available and useful tips.
No-baggage fares: what you can take and how to add baggage
What a no-baggage fare means, what you can bring into the cabin for free, three ways to add baggage and when a basic fare is not worth it.
Nha Trang: when to go and what to see besides the beach
Seasons in Nha Trang and what to visit: Po Nagar towers, islands in the bay, mud and hot spring baths, plus a 4-day plan.
Nha Trang: areas, beaches and where to stay, and how to get from the airport
Where to stay in Nha Trang for a first visit, how the city is laid out, how to get from Cam Ranh airport and what to know about the season.
New Year flights: when to book and how to save
When to book flights for the New Year holidays, which departure dates are cheaper, how to avoid overpaying and what to prepare in advance.
Mistake fares: what they are and whether to buy one
What a mistake fare is, why buying one is risky, how to act if you find a very cheap ticket and how to tell an error from a normal promotion.
Marsa Alam: diving and a quiet holiday on the Red Sea
What to know about Marsa Alam: reefs by the hotel, the quiet resort atmosphere, the airport 60 km away and how it differs from Hurghada.
The low-fare calendar: how to find cheap dates
How to use a low-fare calendar step by step, what to watch for, why the cheapest date is not always the best ticket and how it fits a buying strategy.
Lost, delayed or damaged baggage: how to file a claim and what you are owed
What to do at the airport when your bag is missing or damaged, the deadlines under the Montreal Convention, the liability limit and how to get an airline to pay.
Liquids in carry-on: the 100 ml rule and what you can take on a plane
How the 100 ml liquids rule works, what counts as a liquid, what is allowed above the limit and how to pack carry-on so you pass security without losses.
Kutaisi: what to see, where to stay and how to get from the airport
What to see in Kutaisi and around it: Bagrati Cathedral, Gelati and Motsameta monasteries, Sataplia. How to get from the airport and how long to stay.
Krabi and Ao Nang: islands, beaches and how to choose a base
Where to stay in Krabi: Ao Nang, Railay, Ton Sai, Hat Yao and Krabi Town. Islands and excursions, high and low season and how to get there.
When to go to Koh Samui and what to do besides the beach
Koh Samui weather by season, the best months, the Big Buddha, Hin Ta and Hin Yai, Ang Thong marine park, neighboring islands and ideas for a rainy day.
Koh Samui: how to get there and which beach to choose
How to reach Koh Samui by plane, by ferry from Surat Thani or by night train, and how the main beaches differ: Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut, Maenam, Choeng Mon and Lipa Noi.
Koh Phangan or Koh Tao: how the islands near Samui differ
Koh Phangan and Koh Tao compared: full moon parties, quiet bays and diving, the best months and how to get to each island.
Kemer, Belek or Side: which Turkish resort to choose
How Kemer, Belek and Side differ: beaches, golf, mountains, ancient ruins, distance from Antalya airport and who each resort suits.
Kakheti: Telavi, Sighnaghi, wine and monasteries in 2 days
A two-day Kakheti plan: Telavi or Sighnaghi as a base, Alaverdi Monastery, the Sighnaghi walls, wine tastings, how to get there from Tbilisi and what it costs.
Istanbul in 3 days: a route through the main places
A 3-day Istanbul plan: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi, the Grand Bazaar, a Bosphorus cruise and the Asian side. Tips on transport and the season.
Istanbul: which area to stay in and how to get from the airports
Istanbul areas for tourists: Sultanahmet, Taksim, Galata, Besiktas and Kadikoy. How to get from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen and how to use Istanbulkart and ferries.
Hurghada: when to go and which excursions to choose
Hurghada weather and sea temperature by season, plus the best excursions: Giftun Island, diving, Luxor, Cairo and the pyramids, and the desert.
Hurghada: areas, hotels and beaches, and where to stay
Where to stay in Hurghada: Sigala, El Dahar, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi and El Gouna. Beaches, the airport transfer and what to know before you go.
Flying with pets: rules, carriers and documents
Three ways airlines carry animals, what to check before you buy a ticket, how to choose a carrier and which documents are usually needed.
Flying with a child: rules for children and infants
Tickets for children by age, documents for a child, baggage and what to take on board, unaccompanied minors and how to make the flight easier.
Flights with a layover: how to choose and not miss your connection
Single ticket or separate tickets, how much time to allow for a connection, what to check before buying and how to make your connecting flight.
Flight refund rights: when you get your money back in the EU, UK and US
When an airline must refund your ticket after a cancellation or major schedule change, how fast the money must arrive, and what to do if you booked through an agency.
Flight delay and cancellation compensation: EU261, UK261 and US rules
How much compensation you can claim for a delayed or cancelled flight under EU261 and UK261, what the US offers instead, and when airlines are exempt.
Downpours in Egypt: what travelers should do in Hurghada and Marsa Alam
Flash floods closed the Marsa Alam to Shalateen road and stopped some transfers on the Red Sea coast. What is known as of October 27, 2026 and what to do with your trip and ticket.
Egypt closed 26 facilities in hotels in Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Safaga
Egypt sealed 26 hotel nightclubs, spas, conference halls and kids clubs over fire safety. Hotels stay open. What was closed and what it means for your stay, as of October 31, 2026.
E-tickets explained: how to check one and what to do after buying
What an electronic airline ticket is, how to check it, what to do after purchase, what you need at the airport and the most common mistakes.
Dubai in 4 days: a route with the beach, the desert and the malls
A 4-day Dubai plan: Downtown and the Burj Khalifa, the old city and souks, the Marina and beaches, and a desert safari. Transport, rules and the best season.
Dubai: which area to stay in as a tourist and how to get around
Where to stay in Dubai: Deira, Bur Dubai, Downtown, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah. How the metro, the Nol card and taxis work, plus local rules to know.
Da Nang or Hoi An: which to choose for central Vietnam
How Da Nang and Hoi An differ, how to get from the airport, when to go and what to see in central Vietnam.
Chiang Mai: what to do in the north of Thailand
What to see in Chiang Mai: the Old City, temples, night markets, elephant sanctuaries and Doi Inthanon. When to go, where to stay and a 3-day plan.
Checked baggage rules: weight, size and cost
How much checked baggage is allowed, how size limits work, how much extra baggage costs, what not to pack and how to prepare a suitcase.
Cheap flights to Thailand: Bangkok and Phuket fares and how to save
Real fares to Bangkok and Phuket from London, Frankfurt, New York, Sydney and Dubai: lowest and typical prices, the cheapest months and how to choose the airport.
Cheap flights to Istanbul: fares from London, Frankfurt, New York and more
Real fares to Istanbul from London, Frankfurt, New York, Dubai and Singapore: lowest and typical prices, direct flight times and which of the two airports to choose.
Cheap flights to Georgia: Tbilisi, Batumi and Kutaisi fares
Real fares to Georgia from London, Frankfurt, Paris, Dubai and New York: why Kutaisi is often cheapest, typical prices by month and how to get from the airport.
Cheap flights to Egypt: Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada fares from Europe
Real fares to Egypt from London, Frankfurt, Paris, Dubai and New York: lowest and typical prices, the cheapest months and how to choose between Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada.
Cheap flights to Dubai: what they cost from London, New York and more
Real fares to Dubai from London, Frankfurt, New York, Singapore and Sydney: lowest prices, typical prices and the cheapest months, plus which airport to pick.
Cheap flights to China: Beijing and Shanghai fares and when to fly
Real fares to Beijing and Shanghai from London, Frankfurt, New York, Singapore and Sydney: lowest and typical prices, direct flight times and the best seasons.
Charter flights: what they are, how they differ from scheduled flights and how to buy
What a charter flight is, the pros and cons, how to choose between a charter and a scheduled flight and how to buy a charter ticket.
Carry-on size and weight: what you can bring on a plane
Typical carry-on size and weight limits, how carry-on differs from checked baggage, what is banned in the cabin and how to avoid paying at the gate.
Bodrum or Marmaris: the Aegean coast of Turkey for a holiday
Bodrum and Marmaris compared: character, nightlife, harbors and bays, airports (Milas-Bodrum and Dalaman) and the best months for swimming.
Batumi: when to go and what to see in 3-4 days
When to visit Batumi, what to see in the city (the boulevard, Europe Square, Piazza, Alphabet Tower), the botanical garden, fortresses and mountain Adjara.
Batumi: areas, beaches and where to stay as a tourist
Where to stay in Batumi: the Seaside Boulevard, New Boulevard, the Old Town, Gonio and Kobuleti. Pebble beaches, transport, safety and the season.
Bangkok in 3 days: what to see and how to plan the route
A ready 3-day Bangkok plan: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, markets, Lumphini Park, floating markets and Ayutthaya. Opening hours, prices and tips.
Bali: when to go and what to see, seasons, temples and sunsets
When to go to Bali: dry and rainy season, Uluwatu, Tanah Lot, Ulun Danu Beratan, Nusa Penida. What to see, how to stay dry and when it is cheaper.
Bali fuel shortage: how to reach the airport and not miss your flight
Bali is short of gasoline, taxis charge 5 to 20 times the normal rate, and travelers move near the airport days ahead. What is happening and how to plan your last days.
Bali: areas and where to stay, Kuta, Ubud and Sanur compared
Where to stay in Bali: Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur, the Bukit Peninsula and Ubud, with ready-made plans for 10 days, couples and families.
Antalya: when to go and what to see besides the beach
Antalya weather by season and what to visit near the city: Kaleici, Duden waterfalls, Perge, Aspendos and Termessos, plus a one-week plan.
Tornado in Antalya in October 2026: what travelers with a ticket should do
A storm, a tornado and heavy rain hit Antalya overnight on October 27, 2026. What the sources report, how to check your flight and hotel, and what to do with your ticket.
Antalya: areas, beaches and where to stay as a tourist
Where to stay in Antalya: Kaleici, Lara and Konyaalti. Beaches, how to get from the airport by tram, bus or taxi, and when to go.
Airline sales: how to catch discounts and avoid the traps
What kinds of airline sales exist, where to look for them, how to prepare in five minutes, how to check that a discount is real and the mistakes that cost money.
Abu Dhabi: what to do and how to get there from Dubai
Things to do in Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, museums on Saadiyat, Yas Island and the waterfront. Climate, the best season and how to get from Dubai.
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