Search results

  1. armchairtraveler

    Passport free travel in Singapore

    Singapore aims to provide travellers with a more seamless and efficient immigration clearance experience An end-to-end automated system will replace manual passport and boarding pass checks The country's 2024 rollout target places it among world's first to provide automated clearance Would you...
  2. armchairtraveler

    Ethics of travel after a natural disaster

    In the era of climate change, I think this topic is going to come up more and more. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2023/09/13/world/society/earthquake-morocco-tourists-ethics-travel/
  3. armchairtraveler

    Thousands trapped in the desert at Burning Man

    Lack of working toilets growing concern at Burning Man.
  4. armchairtraveler

    UKs worst airport for delays

    Birmingham airport has been revealed to be the worst for delays for the second year in a row. The average delay at the city's airport was 30 minutes in 2022, according to PA News, which used official figures from the Civil Aviation Authority. That was twice as long as the previous year. In...
  5. armchairtraveler

    Google helps to find cheap flights

    They give this example for booking flights for Christmas: https://blog.google/products/travel/google-flights-find-deals/ Have you this to book flights? What has been your experience?
  6. armchairtraveler

    Airlines crackdown on skiplagging travel hack

    What are your thoughts? Have you every used a site like skiplagged? https://skiplagged.com/
  7. armchairtraveler

    Maldives on a budget

    A holiday in the Maldives doesn't have to be expensive as you probably imagine.
  8. armchairtraveler

    The case against traveling

    It might seem weird to share this article on a travel forum, but I know reading it only affirms my interest. What are your thoughts? https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-weekend-essay/the-case-against-travel
  9. armchairtraveler

    The five words you should Google before every trip

    According to a travel genius ticktocker: Unique things to book in ____________ and then type the name of the city
  10. armchairtraveler

    Bleisure travel on the rise

    Bleisure travel - the practice of blending business travel with leisure time The practice of blending business travel with leisure time is known as bleisure. It entails extending your stay past your contractual obligations to explore the area, fully immerse yourself in the culture, and engage...
  11. armchairtraveler

    New Zealand Air launches sleeping pods

    Is this something you would pay for? Apparently the cost will be around NZ$400 - $600 for a four hour nap.
  12. armchairtraveler

    Most unusual souvenir

    What is the most unusual souvenir you bought on vacation?
  13. armchairtraveler

    Worst travel advice

    What is the worst travel advice you have received?
  14. armchairtraveler

    Malaysia digital nomad visa scheme

    I know Indonesia and Thailand often talk about starting a digital nomad visa, but Malaysia seems to be the only country in the region who are embracing the idea. Does anyone have an experience with the visa? https://mdec.my/derantau
  15. armchairtraveler

    Beware of scam Indonesia visa websites

    Since Indonesia started offering online the purchase of eVisas, a number of businesses and sometimes scam operators have started offering sales for visas on their own websites. In some cases, they are just taking a commission but in others, they are simply keeping payments made and not...
  16. armchairtraveler

    Expedia launches chatbot to help people plan their holidays

    Expedia announced that they have partnered with ChatGPT to help people to plan their holidays. Is this something you would use or trust to plan your holidays?
  17. armchairtraveler

    Japan Travel Guide

    Japan, a land of contrasts, is a unique destination that offers travelers an unforgettable experience. With its blend of ancient traditions and modern technology, stunning natural landscapes, delicious cuisine, and friendly people, Japan has something for everyone. Why visit Japan Japan is a...
  18. armchairtraveler

    2023 Top Travel Trends

    American Express Travel’s 2023 Global Travel Trends Report revealed the following: The Rise of “Set-Jetting”: Popular movies, TV shows and social media are inspiring people to travel to places they see onscreen, like Italy, Paris, Yellowstone, and London Delicious Destinations: From top...
  19. armchairtraveler

    Most traveled people

    I wish they had a site like this back when I was traveling full-time: https://mtp.travel/milestones/locations/hall-of-famer It certainly makes me start to think about why we travel and why we feel the need to make travel a kind of competition.