Destination guides
Where to stay, when to go and what to do: beaches, cities and islands in Southeast Asia, Turkey, the Gulf and beyond.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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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