Booking & Travel Platforms – What You Should Know
Honest, up-to-date reviews of popular booking platforms and travel services, written to help you understand how they work and what to expect.
Is Booking.com Legit?
How Booking.com works, what protections are in place, and what travellers should know before booking.
Is Airbnb Legit?
An honest look at Airbnb stays, host reliability, additional fees, your rights and common issues travellers may encounter.
Is Agoda Legit?
What to expect when booking through Agoda, including pricing differences and customer support realities.
Is Rentalcars.com Legit?
An overview of Rentalcars.com bookings, insurance add-ons, and common traveller complaints.
Is Skyscanner Legit?
How Skyscanner finds deals, who you actually book with, and where problems can arise.
Is Hostelworld Legit?
A clear breakdown of Hostelworld bookings, hostel quality, fees, and refund policies.
Is Discover Cars Legit?
What Discover Cars offers, how car hire comparisons work, and what to watch out for.
Is eDreams Legit?
How eDreams operates, why prices can look cheap, and what travellers report after booking.
Safety, Risk & Travel Awareness
Balanced guides that explain risks, safety considerations and common concerns –
without the fear-mongering or alarmism!
Most Dangerous Cities in the World
The Worlds Most Dangerous Countries
The Safest Cities For Travel in Europe
The Safest Latin American Countries
Safest Countries For Travel in Africa
Planning & Travel Decisions
Guides to help you compare destinations, understand timing, and make informed choices before you travel.
Florence vs Rome
Find the best neighbourhoods for food, culture and beachside stays across Barcelona.
Phuket vs Bangkok
Choose the right London neighbourhood for sightseeing, nightlife, shopping or local charm.
Rome vs Paris
Discover Rome’s top areas for ancient history, walkability and great dining the Italian way.
Bali vs Phuket
Explore Lisbon’s best districts for viewpoints, nightlife, cafés and riverside wandering.
Best Time to Visit Florence
The Best Time to Visit Bali
When To Visit Barcelona
Best Time to Visit Ibiza
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Explore our destination guides for cities, regions and countries across the world.
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