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One of the questions our local experts get asked all the time is:"Should we stay in one place, or keep moving?"The answe...
20/08/2026

One of the questions our local experts get asked all the time is:

"Should we stay in one place, or keep moving?"

The answer? It depends on the destination.

🇮🇹 Italy: We'd unpack once and explore Tuscany from a single base.
🇯🇵 Japan: We'd definitely visit more than one place—but we wouldn't change hotels every night.
🇲🇦 Morocco: We'd do both. Experience the energy of Marrakech, then head for the Atlas Mountains, Essaouira or the desert. The contrast is what makes Morocco special.

There isn't one right way to travel. The best itinerary depends on the destination, how much time you have and the kind of trip you're looking for.

That's why every one of our tailor-made trips is planned with a local expert.

What's your travel style?
🏨 Stay in one place and explore from there
🚗 Keep moving every few days
👇 We'd love to hear your answer.

Travel isn't stopping. It's adapting. 🌍We recently surveyed 1,360 travellers from around the world to understand how tra...
26/07/2026

Travel isn't stopping. It's adapting. 🌍
We recently surveyed 1,360 travellers from around the world to understand how travel is changing.

The biggest takeaway?

People aren't giving up on travel, they're simply adapting.
✈️ They're choosing flexibility over the cheapest fare.
🌍 They're swapping destinations instead of cancelling.
❤️ They're planning around what matters most.

In fact, 73.5% told us they've changed the way they book or plan their trips rather than abandoning them altogether.
It reminded us that there isn't one "right" way to travel.

Whether it's slowing down, changing destinations or rethinking an itinerary, the best trips are the ones that work for you.

What's one change you've made to the way you travel?
⏱️ Slower itineraries
🌍 Different destinations
💰 Bigger budgets
✈️ Booking later
🧳 Something else?

20/07/2026

Would you travel solo if you knew you didn’t have to feel lonely? 🌍

Solo travel doesn’t mean being alone all the time. A familiar face at a café, someone to explore with or a shared dinner can completely change your experience.

Try these practical tips from *Rough Guides Solo Travel*:

☕ **Become a regular** – return to the same local café and conversations may begin naturally.

🎨 **Follow your interests** – workshops, exhibitions, walking groups and cultural events connect you with like-minded people.

📱 **Look online before you arrive** – find local groups through Facebook or Meetup, or use the friendship features available on some apps.

🏡 **Choose social accommodation** – hostels, shared houses and co-living spaces make it easier to meet people and make plans together.

Save this post for your next solo trip – or share it with someone who dreams of travelling alone but worries about feeling lonely.

What helps you connect with people while travelling? Share your best tip below – it might help another solo traveller.

Find more practical advice in *Rough Guides Solo Travel* – now 40% off.

Shop now 👉 https://shop.roughguides.com/
Use code **MIDSUMMER** at checkout.

Stay tuned – we’ll be sharing more practical tips from our other books soon.

Everyone goes to Capri – but would you like to avoid the crowds? 🇮🇹Try Procida: a quieter island escape just 40 minutes ...
17/07/2026

Everyone goes to Capri – but would you like to avoid the crowds? 🇮🇹

Try Procida: a quieter island escape just 40 minutes by ferry from Naples, with pastel-coloured fishermen’s houses, volcanic beaches and waterfront restaurants.

Discover more overlooked destinations with Rough Guides – now 40% off in our Mid-Summer Sale.

Shop now 👉 https://shop.roughguides.com/
Use code MIDSUMMER at checkout.

Would you choose Procida over Capri? 🌊

Swipe through some of the world's most scenic railway adventures:West Highland Line, Scotland – Travel across rugged Hig...
08/07/2026

Swipe through some of the world's most scenic railway adventures:

West Highland Line, Scotland – Travel across rugged Highlands and the famous Glenfinnan Viaduct.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, India – A UNESCO-listed toy train winding through misty tea plantations.
Rovos Rail, South Africa – Step aboard a luxury vintage train for a timeless safari-style journey.
The Rocky Mountaineer, Canada – Cruise through the Canadian Rockies with panoramic mountain views.
Bernina Express, Switzerland – Glide across glaciers, alpine lakes, and iconic mountain passes.

✨ Which railway would you add to your travel bucket list?
Read more here:
https://bit.ly/3QIGuf0

When Loren started planning a birthday trip to Vietnam for four couples, she knew coordinating everyone’s travel arrange...
11/06/2026

When Loren started planning a birthday trip to Vietnam for four couples, she knew coordinating everyone’s travel arrangements could quickly become complicated. She says that working with the local travel expert provided by Rough Guides made the entire process feel effortless: from designing the itinerary to managing all the details, including transfers, guides, and accommodation. With no one stuck acting as the designated trip planner, the whole group could simply relax, enjoy the journey, and focus on making memories together.

Swipe through to experience Loren's birthday trip through the review she shared with us.

A huge thank you to Loren for allowing us to share her travel story!
Check out our guide to Vietnam: https://bit.ly/4ez69jb
Check out our guide to Cambodia: https://bit.ly/4e3Hjb1

08/06/2026

Travelling with ADHD can be challenging, but it can also make some things easier and more fun.

Written by .hallett a travel expert who has ADHD, this new book explores the ways in which having ADHD can affect your trip – before, during and after.

It’s packed with advice on timekeeping, staying organized and adapting to change, along with travel itineraries that can be adapted to suit your needs and interests.

Available from Rough Guides (link in bio) 📚

Rough Guides supports

📚✨ Introducing two new titles in our brand-new Travel Edit series: Travelling with ADHD ✈️ and The Most Underrated Place...
01/06/2026

📚✨ Introducing two new titles in our brand-new Travel Edit series: Travelling with ADHD ✈️ and The Most Underrated Places in Europe 🗺️

Whether you're looking for practical advice for travelling with ADHD or inspiration beyond Europe’s usual hotspots, these new titles have you covered.

The Travel Edit series explores the topics shaping how we travel today, from solo adventures and neurodivergent-friendly travel to overlooked destinations and fresh ways to see the world.

Out now 📖 — link in bio

Over a quarter of Costa Rica’s landmass is protected as National Park, and the country is home to more than 500,000 spec...
29/05/2026

Over a quarter of Costa Rica’s landmass is protected as National Park, and the country is home to more than 500,000 species of plants and animals, making it one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. On the Osa Peninsula, Corcovado National Park offers the chance to see jaguars, tapirs, all four of Costa Rica’s monkey species, and over 400 bird species.
But truly, each national park provides remarkable wildlife‑spotting opportunities, and there are countless options to explore. A local guide is invaluable: an experienced naturalist dramatically increases your chances of spotting well‑camouflaged wildlife that you might otherwise miss.

Check out our guide to Costa Rica's wildlife: https://bit.ly/4uzM69Z

Portugal has range: the palaces of Sintra, the stone-built streets of Monsanto, the vineyard slopes of the Douro Valley,...
22/05/2026

Portugal has range: the palaces of Sintra, the stone-built streets of Monsanto, the vineyard slopes of the Douro Valley, and the volcanic landscapes of the Azores. Each region adds another layer to the country’s story. Our Portugal expert, Joel, says what stands out most are the people, and how long lunches often turn into longer conversations, and how a glass of vinho tastes even better with the right view.

Connect to a Portugal travel expert today: https://bit.ly/49MesW0

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