5 Startups Shaking up the Sharing Economy Scene in London

Led by Uber and Airbnb, the sharing economy is changing the way we buy goods and services. Your neighbour could be your Uber driver tomorrow. That car that has been parked on the driveway day after day, collecting dust? You could take it out for a spin with HiyaCar. The idea behind the sharing economy …

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Edinburgh Luggage Storage: Where to Store your Bag During the Fringe

Edinburgh Luggage Storage: Where to Store your Bag During the Fringe

Every year thousands of people flock to Edinburgh to take part in the largest art festival on earth and catch a variety of shows going from theatre and live music to one-on-one speed dating performance art. If you’re one of the lucky ones heading there you’re probably going to need somewhere to store your bags, …

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10 Must-Have Apps When Visiting Paris (2024)

10 Must-Have Apps When Visiting Paris (2024)

Legend has it, once upon a time people used printed maps when travelling to a new city. Forget about GPS and asking Siri where you are, there was a time when if you didn’t know the name of the street you were on, your only hope was asking a kind stranger for directions. Such barbaric …

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Hidden Gems in Rome: Discover Rome Off the Beaten Path

Hidden Gems in Rome: Discover Rome Off the Beaten Path

Rome is one of the world’s most beautiful and historic cities. Its history extends over 2500 years and has always been a center of politics, culture, and progress. The city’s construction is shrouded in tradition and folklore, and there are numerous versions of how this magnificent city came to be.  Various Roman emperors ruled over …

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Airbnb Problems: What to Do with Your Luggage After Check Out

You’re familiar with the predicament: you packed your bags, had a last walk around the flat, gave back the keys…and now you’ve got hours to wait before your train or flight departs. Or, you found an incredible deal on a flight. The only problem? It arrives at 6am, and that’s too early to check into …

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Best Tips to Constantly Earn 5-star Reviews on Airbnb

Best Tips to Constantly Earn 5-star Reviews on Airbnb

Airbnb reviews were created so that the Airbnb community could prosper by helping each other out. Guests rely largely on the experience of previous users to know more about the hosts and their listings.  Future guests will base their booking decision on your past reviews Considering the high importance guests place on reviews, success is …

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Top 5 Must Have Travel Apps

Top 5 Must Have Travel Apps

Whether you’re heading off to South East Asia or strolling through Montmartre looking for the perfect baguette, at some point during your trip you probably thought something along these lines “I wish there was an app that could help with this!” Well, good news for you. There probably is. Apart from the usual apps you …

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Where to store your luggage in Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park (2024)

Where to store your luggage in Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park (2024)

Soak up the seasonal atmosphere in London this year at Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park. Wander around Christmas markets drinking mulled wine, take a ride on the adrenaline fueled fairground rides, glide like a pro at the ice skate rink or simply cosy up in the wooden grottos. There’s no better place to be this …

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Quick London Guides: Things to Do in Knightsbridge

Knightsbridge is arguably London’s most swanky neighbourhood. Expect StashPoints full of Gucci suitcases and Armani handbags. Expect to brush shoulders with Saudi Sheikhs and Jamie Laing from Made in Chelsea. In short, expect decadence, exclusivity and immaculate surroundings from the crown jewel of SW1. This prestigious part of town attracts tourists in their droves, with …

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Quick London Guides: Things to Do in Earl’s Court

Another well-known transport hub, Earl’s Court has historically been seen as one of the main gateways to West London (as well as a competitor for the most confusing underground station in the city). However, in recent years, and thanks to a considerable programme of urban redevelopment, Earl’s Court has an increasing amount to offer the …

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