CHOOSING THE BEST TRAVEL LUGGAGE A journey of a thousand miles begins with the right luggage. Before choosing your luggage, think through each step of your trip, from the moment you leave your home till you get back. Where are you going? Will you be there for a week or a month? Will you be roughing it out in the wilderness or lazing on a beach? The length and nature of your trip dictate your luggage needs. Do note that no matter the size or shape, a well-constructed luggage should:1) Be able to endure rough handling and a variety of...

Stay Hydrated in the Hot Weather! Our humid weather has been unforgiving as of late. Don’t wait till you feel parched before you start drinking up, as our thirst mechanism isn’t triggered until we are 2% dehydrated. Here are 4 top-performing bottles that will fulfil all your hydration needs in our hot weather.   FOR THE SCHOOL-GOING KID: NALGENE WIDE-MOUTH BOTTLE If you are looking for a high-quality, BPA-free plastic bottle, the classic Nalgene is the one for you. Lightweight, leak-proof and dishwasher-safe, Nalgene bottles are super hardy and are known to last for years on end. School-going children can...

Solo travel is liberating and empowering. You can travel at your own pace, wake up at whatever time you like and do only the things that interest you. Here are 10 tips that will help make your solo vacation a safe and enjoyable one. 1) Pack light   As a solo traveller, it’s important to pack light. You’ll be less of a target than someone who has a huge luggage or multiple bags. A light load is also easier to handle when you’re going up flights of stairs or running to catch the bus. Before you leave on your trip, try...

Meet our six best BACKPACKS Whether you are a photographer, a businessman or a computer whizz, we have a backpack made for you. Here are our best six.   FOR THE SENSIBLE BACKPACKER: OSPREY FARPOINT 40   Weighing just a little over 1kg, this 40L backpack is perfect for those who want a lightweight and compact backpack. It has plenty of pockets for you to organize your essentials, including a padded laptop pocket and two external water bottle pockets. When you’re on the plane, turn the backpack into a sleek duffel by tucking the straps and hip belt into the stowaway back...