# Tips & Tricks

For foreigners without family on the mainland or who don't speak a lick of Mandarin, I've compiled this list of the most important apps you need to travel – and live! – in China (and a few bonuses as well).

For the introvert who just wants to chill out or spend some time outside alone, here are my recommendations for a fun-filled winter itinerary in the Big Apple.

How do you see the Empire State Building without seeing the Empire State Building? The cityscape's incredibly photogenic ... and I accidentally discovered the perfect secret spot for photos on my third day there.

Berlin doesn’t just have a huge professional arts scene (my colleagues describe it as a “freaky arts scene”); it also has a huge recreational dance scene. The great thing is they aren't necessarily separated.

Munich is a cultural hotspot that offers many fun and unique experiences for travellers that don’t have to cost a lot or make you climb up endless stairs for a view.

Munich (German: München – "Home of the Monks") is the cultural capital of Bavaria, Germany Unexpectedly, Munich turned out to be very reminiscent of my hometown of Toronto, Canada (minus the horrible traffic).

BÉIS Travel is a Canadian-owned brand of mid-luxury travel luggage. You might know the founder better as "Emily Fields" (portrayed by Shay Mitchell) from Pretty Little Liars (2010). However, the BÉIS line is not without its own hindering problems...

As observed by a solo traveller, dancer, and short-term expat.

Guest contributor: Cindy Aldridge. Did you know that you can explore the world while maintaining a flourishing career? You can thrive as a digital nomad if you

Everything you need to know about the program, funding, accommodation, and more — from a dancer.

It’s not every day that I get the urge (haha) to devote a separate article entirely to a toilet, but this hidden washroom at the centre of Munich was so impressive, I just have to.

Plus the coolest toilet in the city.

If the Nightjet is anything, it’s definitely not economical anymore.

Oh, that Irish humour.

Amsterdam is one of those places that can’t help but induce romantic wanderlust. Imagine gliding down the canals, savouring those delicious desserts…