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Best-Of Lists
Ranked and curated for the decisive traveller. 164 dispatches and counting.
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Best-Of Lists10 Hidden Beaches in Greece That Aren't on Anyone's Santorini Instagram Feed
Santorini is gorgeous. I get it. But I've spent three summers finding the Greek beaches that don't make it onto anyone's feed — and honestly, they're better.
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Best-Of Lists10 Rooftop Bars in Southeast Asia Worth the Splurge (Ranked by the View)
I've nursed overpriced cocktails on a lot of rooftops across Southeast Asia. Here are the 10 that actually earned their price tag — ranked by the view.
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Best-Of Lists10 UNESCO Sites in Southeast Asia That Almost Nobody Visits Anymore
Angkor Wat has a selfie stick problem. These 10 UNESCO sites in Southeast Asia are stunning, ancient, and blessedly empty — for now.
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Best-Of Lists11 Coastal Towns in Portugal That Aren't Lisbon, Porto, or the Algarve
Portugal has coastline stretching nearly 2,000km — most tourists see about 60km of it. Here are 11 coastal towns worth the detour, minus the selfie sticks.
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Best-Of Lists11 Destinations in Japan Beyond Tokyo and Kyoto for Repeat Visitors
Already done the Golden Route? Here are 11 places in Japan that reward the second-timer — and honestly make your first trip look like a rough draft.
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Best-Of Lists11 Overlooked Tokyo Neighborhoods That Locals Actually Live In
Skip Shibuya. These 11 residential Tokyo neighborhoods are where actual locals shop, eat, and exist — no tourist theater, just the real city.
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Best-Of Lists12 Boutique Hotel Chains Nobody Talks About (That Beat the Big Names Every Time)
I've stayed in enough Marriotts to know they're fine, forgettable, and overpriced. These 12 underrated boutique hotel chains are what I actually book now — and they're consistently better.
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Best-Of Lists13 Michelin-Starred Restaurants Around the World That Still Have Walk-In Seats
Yes, Michelin-starred restaurants with walk-in seats exist — and I've found 13 of them. No three-month waitlist, no begging a concierge, just show up hungry.
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Best-Of Lists13 Train Journeys Around the World That Are the Destination, Not Just the Transport
I've fallen asleep on night trains and woken up somewhere spectacular. These 13 rail journeys aren't about getting there — they are the there.
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Best-Of Lists14 Weird and Wonderful Museums Worth Building a Trip Around
Forget the Louvre. These 14 genuinely strange museums will make you reroute flights, add extra nights, and text your friends in all caps.
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Best-Of Lists6 Things I Wish I'd Known Before Renting a Car in Iceland
I drove Iceland's Ring Road without knowing half of what I should have. Here's the list I wish someone had handed me at the rental counter in Reykjavik.
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Best-Of Lists7 Budget Safari Options in Africa That Don't Sacrifice the Experience
You don't need to drop $1,000 a night to see lions. Here are seven budget safari options in Africa where the wildlife is just as wild and your wallet stays intact.
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Best-Of Lists7 US Cities With a Better Food Scene Than New York (For Half the Price)
New York is overrated and overpriced. I've eaten my way across America and found seven cities where the food is more interesting, the lines are shorter, and the bill won't make you cry.
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Best-Of Lists7 US National Parks You Can Actually Enjoy Without a Reservation in 2026
Reservation systems are turning America's parks into ticketed events — but these seven still welcome you without one. Here's where to go in 2026.
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Best-Of Lists8 Coliving Spaces in Medellín That Digital Nomads Are Actually Choosing in 2026
I've stayed in five of these, heard horror stories about the others, and asked the nomads still there which ones they'd book again. Here's the real shortlist.
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Best-Of Lists8 Reasons I Now Travel With a Packable Day Pack Instead of a Rolling Suitcase
I ditched my 22-inch roller three years ago and never looked back. Here's exactly why a packable day pack wins — and the one situation where it doesn't.
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Best-Of Lists8 Solo Female Travel Destinations in Latin America That Feel Genuinely Safe in 2026
Solo female travel in Latin America isn't just possible in 2026 — it's genuinely wonderful if you pick the right places. Here are 8 destinations where I felt safe, not just survivable.
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Best-Of Lists9 Best Neighborhoods in Bangkok for Digital Nomads Working Remote in 2026
Thailand's new nomad visa changed everything. Here's where to actually base yourself in Bangkok in 2026 — fast Wi-Fi, low rent, and real community included.
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Best-Of Lists9 City Breaks in Europe That Are Genuinely Better for Foodies Than Paris
Paris gets the hype, but these nine European cities will actually make you a better eater. Fewer tourist traps, lower bills, and food that still has something to prove.
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Best-Of Lists9 European Cities Where the Shoulder Season Is Actually Better Than Peak
Everyone tells you when NOT to go. I'm telling you exactly when TO go — and why the shoulder season in these 9 cities absolutely destroys summer.
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Best-Of ListsThe 10 Best BBQ Towns in the World Worth Loosening Your Belt For
Forget the taco trails and dumpling crawls — these are the best barbecue towns to visit on earth, from Texas brisket joints to Korean grill alleys to South African braai country. Bring stretchy pants.
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Best-Of ListsThe 10 Best Botanic Glasshouses and Palm Houses Worth a Rainy Day
A great Victorian glasshouse is the best rainy-day move in any city — tropical, warm, smelling of wet soil, with iron and glass arching overhead. These are the best glasshouses and conservatories to duck into when the weather turns.
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Best-Of ListsThe 10 Best Cemeteries Worth Visiting Even If That Sounds Morbid
Yes, I plan trips around graveyards. No, I'm not a goth. The best cemeteries to visit are quieter than any museum, free, and full of better stories than the guidebook ever tells you.
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Best-Of ListsThe 10 Best Cities for a Late-Night Kebab You Won't Regret
The 2am kebab is a genre of its own. Doner, shawarma, souvlaki — the stuff that saves you after the last drink. Ten cities ranked by the stand still serving when everything decent has closed.