Good ideas for your next trip.

Useful starting points, thoughtful routes and a little inspiration for the journey.

A pagoda above the streets of Kyoto, Japan

Budget travel

Japan on a budget: start with a smarter route

Think through your route, stays and daily choices before setting a budget.

Colourful coastal buildings in Cinque Terre, Italy

Trip planning

Your first Italy trip: choose a place, then a pace

A starting point for deciding what you want from a trip to Italy.

Porto rooftops and waterfront in Portugal

Slow travel

Make room for a slower trip to Portugal

Build a trip around fewer stops and more time to explore.