During the World Tour
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[review] SIM Card Abroad: Unlimited Internet with Holafly (+ discount code)
Looking for a SIM card abroad to get internet as soon as you arrive, without paying your French operator’s ruinous roaming fees? The simplest solution is often to install a travel eSIM before departure. We’ve used Holafly’s eSIMs many times and highly recommend them. Holafly offers plans with unlimited mobile data for 200+ destinations. The offers can cover a single country, several countries in the same region (like Asia) or 110+ countries with its World offer. There are also monthly subscriptions for frequent travelers. By by clicking here or by entering the code NOMADBENTO at checkout, you’ll get 10% off all Holafly eSIMs, 10% off Holafly Plans subscriptions for 12…
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[Practical Guide] Tulip Festival in Amsterdam 2025 (Netherlands): Keukenhof & Access to the Fields
That’s it, the famous park Keukenhof has opened its doors: from March 20 to May 11, 2025, the whole world comes to admire millions of tulips, of all varieties and all colors near Amsterdam. How to make the most of it? We have just spent a few wonderful days in Lisse and Amsterdam, and here are our best tips. Accommodation It’s better to choose accommodation around Amsterdam During tulip season, accommodations are sky-high. But Dutch public transport is plentiful, and shuttle buses are set up to make your travel easier. So instead of staying in the center of Amsterdam at a premium (count €200/night), you can choose the following cities…
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How to get from Narita airport to downtown Tokyo?
We went to Japan recently, and my parents, who arrived a day after us, took the wrong train at Narita airport. Here I explain the most common mistakes, and if you follow our tips, you’ll be able to catch the right train without getting lost. You absolutely must take the train/subway because taxis are very expensive (several hundred euros) and the shuttle is not an option (too slow). First of all, you’ll need an internet connection, because Google Maps will be your best ally. Buying a SIM card on the spot in Japan is not recommended because it’s one of the few countries where data costs more when you buy…
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How to get cash (for free?) from ATMs in Japan?
Although card payments are widely accepted in Japan, it’s still essential to have some cash on you at all times. Street food stands and the machines used to order at restaurants are often cash only. Withdrawing cash from ATMs outside the eurozone always needs a bit of planning, as you can quickly lose a few percent on each withdrawal if you don’t optimize. The first step is to make sure your bank doesn’t charge you withdrawal or currency conversion fees. This is the case with many neobanks: N26, Revolut, Boursorama, Fortuneo, etc. (still, check the maximum “no-fee” amounts). If you don’t have a neobank account, ask your banker. Most traditional…
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Car rental in Japan: how to get a translation of your driver’s license?
Since Japan is not like other countries, I made sure to check the conditions required to drive a car during our road trip. Good thing I did! While in the vast majority of countries, an international driver’s permit is sufficient, that’s not the case in Japan! To have the right to drive in Japan, you’ll need your national driver’s license, accompanied by a translation certified by the JAF (Japan Automobile Federation). The translation request can only be made from within Japan and requires a stated processing time of about two weeks. I tried to cheat by connecting to the website with a Japanese VPN , but nothing doing… it’s impossible…
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Itinerary: 8-day road trip in Japan (Spring 2024)
Here’s the itinerary I’ve put together for our upcoming road trip in Japan. If it helps, you can access the itinerary via this link. Note: this road trip is by car, not by train.
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Taxi from Cusco airport: how much does it cost? (2024)
Just like at Lima airport, you’ll find a kiosk to prepay for an official taxi, right before the exit. The fare to reach Cusco’s historic center is 40 S/. There’s clearly a “tourist tax” because that’s roughly the price of a 30-minute ride in Lima, while Cusco’s center is only about fifteen minutes away. I had read that it was possible to pay less by leaving the airport and negotiating with “unofficial” taxis. Since we weren’t in a particular hurry, we gave it a shot. Sure enough, just a few steps out, drivers approach you. I’m offered 30 S/, I counter with 15. We settle on 20 S/, specifying that…
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Where to withdraw money without fees in Gdansk (Poland)
The first two things you do when you set foot in a new country’s airport: (1) buy a SIM card (2) withdraw cash. In Gdansk, I didn’t do either. For the SIM card, it wasn’t necessary because roaming in Poland was included in my plan. And for withdrawals, there are only Euronet ATMs at the airport, which charge a service fee of at least €4.05 for every withdrawal!! (even though I have an international card). Luckily, I was able to pay for my bus to the city center via an app and didn’t need any cash. However, even though all restaurants and supermarkets in Gdansk accept credit cards without any…
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Public transport: bus from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to the city center (Poland)
There’s a public bus that goes directly from Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport to Gdansk’s train station (and city center), it’s bus 210. To get off in the city center, get off at the stop Hucisko. When you exit the airport, cross the road and look for this area that looks like a coach parking lot. Look for the black sign, that’s where you need to go. There’s a machine to buy tickets… But I found it quicker to buy directly on the app Jakdojade. You search for your route, choose the schedule of the bus you plan to take, then you can buy the bus ticket right on it. The…
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[Practical Guide] Bali (Indonesia): Itinerary, Budget, What to See, Where to Stay?
Arrival at Denpasar Airport: Payment: Massage: Food: Other info: Sightseeing: I didn’t visit the whole island, but here are some highlights. Budget Planning a trip to Bali? Our partner Get Your Guide offers entry tickets and guided tours with French-speaking guides at very reasonable rates. Click here to see what they offer and book online.
