For those of us with full-time jobs (but probably for anyone), a city-break is the best way to recharge. Travelling for a long weekend allows to discover a new place, rest and relax, and come back home with fresh energies. Our minimalist packing list for a long weekend will make your trip even more pleasant….
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Leaving the house checklist: 30 things to do before going on vacation
Organizing a long trip can be stressful: planning the itinerary, packing, exchanging money (it’s easy with Wise!), delegating work… Well, preparing your home is just as important as preparing yourself, your luggage, and your plans. And it doesn’t have to be exhausting: just follow my Leaving The House Checklist and you’ll be ready to go!…
How to use Maps.me like a pro
When I started wondering how to use Maps.me, I wasn’t even convinced about switching from Google Maps. After all, I’m more of an urban traveller, while Maps.me is great for hiking, right? Well, luckily, my friend, experienced travel blogger, and off-the-beaten-path explorer, Megan, from Packing Up The Pieces, accepted my invitation to show to all…
Minimalist packing mindset: 5 easy tips to pack like a minimalist
Would you like to learn how to pack like a minimalist? If you’re looking for a magic wand that will make your suitcase light and your packing time short and easy, well, here is the next best thing: our expert tips for a minimalist packing mindset! Minimalist packing is a skill that needs to be…
10 practical hiking tips for beginners and couch potatoes
Welcome, beginner hiker! As couch potatoes ourselves, we want to reassure you: hiking is easy and fun, you can do it at your own pace, and it can be a cheap outdoors activity. Our hiking tips for beginners will help you prepare for easy and successful hikes: you will enjoy the peaceful nature and its…
6 Wise travel tips to stay safe and save money
Wise, formerly TransferWise, is an amazing tool to save money while travelling. Over the years, we have learnt some tricks to use the multi-currency Wise debit card to the best of its capabilities and to travel safely. Keep reading to learn our best tips to travel safely and save money with Wise! Request your Wise…
How to use Wise multi-currency card: 7 real travel stories you can learn from
After 3 years using it on every single trip, we collected quite a few stories on how to use the Wise multi-currency debit card (formerly TransferWise Borderless card)! The Wise debit card and its multi-currency account have become a fundamental element of our travels. It is so convenient to hold countless currencies in our pocket,…
Wise for Travel: my review of the awesome multi-currency account
Wise (formerly TransferWise) has improved the way we travel in a radical way. In this post, you will learn how Wise works, why the Wise debit card (formerly TransferWise Borderless card) is the best card to travel, and how to sign up and start saving money! We have been using the Wise debit card to…
Baby travel checklist: our first family holiday
We are ready for the first holiday with our baby! We developed a smart baby packing list which includes all baby travel essentials, without packing the whole house. As this is our first vacation with Alexander, I won’t hold us to our usual standards of minimalism and efficiency 🙂 it’s the perfect opportunity to learn…
Traveling when pregnant: tips and stories by travel bloggers
First of all, congratulations! Whether you are already pregnant, or you are starting to plan your family, this is an important milestone that is worth celebrating. Now, let’s get to the point: traveling when pregnant requires a whole other level of organization, spontaneity, and awareness. There is so much to learn and consider, while keeping…