At Lotus Eaters Travel we like to tell you about what we have learnt over the years of travelling full time. This includes how to get the best deals on accommodation, where to travel at different times of the year, how to pack effectively and generally get the most from your travel experience.
TRAVEL BOOKING ADVICE
How to find cheap accommodation in Europe in 2023
Europe is without a doubt one of the best places in the world to travel. Whether you visit one city, or beach resort or several countries during your trip. There is simply so much to…
10 best hostels with roof terraces in Europe
Gone are the days when hostels were just a few bunk beds and a ratty old shower. Now, hostels are pretty much like hotels, but better. Not only are they sociable and fun, but they…
Airbnb or Vrbo which is better for Digital Nomads?
As Digital Nomads, we tend to use Airbnb quite often to book our accommodation. Mostly, we find what we are looking for. We like Airbnb and it offers a lot for Digital Nomads, such as…
Airbnb to end its cleaning fee shakedown
I for one am delighted to have heard the news this week that Airbnb are introducing new changes to end the horrendous Airbnb cleaning fee shakedown. This has no doubt bugged so many other Digital…
PACKING ADVICE
What to wear in Jordan, a guide for women.
WHAT TO WEAR IN JORDAN: A GUIDE FOR WOMEN. Planning a trip to Jordan and wondering what to wear? Based on my recent travels, this guide offers practical advice to help you feel comfortable, respectful,…
Camino packing list female: best hiking outfits 2025
There are far more important things about walking the Camino de Santiago than what you wear. But, I do think I always enjoy hiking more if I’m comfortable in my choice of outfit. As I…
What to wear on the Camino at night?
If you’re planning to walk the Camino de Santiago, packing is one of the most important preparation activities. You may be familiar with what to wear for hiking, but what about what you should wear…
Camino Packing List: 12 things to pack for the Camino that you may not have considered
There are MANY versions of a Camino packing list. We’ve got one for women here and one for men too. Yet, everyone has their own preference on what to pack for the Camino. We are…
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TIPS & TRICKS
Testing the Osprey guarantee with my Osprey 30 litre
TESTING THE OSPREY GUARANTEE: OSPREY 30 LITRE BACKPACK. I travel full time, and invariably when travelling overseas I try to use my Osprey 30 litre backpack. Not only is this the perfect size for a…
9 meals: hotel food no microwave & no fridge
The post discusses meal options for travelers staying in hotels without microwaves or fridges. It provides healthy snack, breakfast, lunch, and dinner ideas that can be prepared with basic hotel amenities like a kettle. Suggestions…
What is slow travel?
As Digital Nomads and full-time travellers, we often get asked if we are fans of slow travel. I know that slow travel became a trendy buzz word a few years back, but I will confess…
How to survive an overnight bus trip
HOW TO SURVIVE AN OVERNIGHT BUS TRIP: A GUIDE FOR INTREPID TRAVELERS If you’re doing any sort of intrepid travelling on a budget, chances are that at some point you’re going to be staring down…
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AIRPORT TRAVEL
Can you sleep at Singapore Changi Airport?
Changi airport is one of the few airports worldwide that is a joy to visit. The attractions and facilities at the airport are first class and well documented. We recently transited through the airport and…
Can you sleep at JFK airport?
If you are flying out or landing at JFK airport it is possible your flight is not departing or arriving at the most convenient time of day. If that is the case you may consider…
Can you sleep at Birmingham airport?
Heading to Birmingham airport but are unable to get to the airport early enough. Or unable to get home because it’s too late? I recently needed to catch an early flight and decided to find…
Can you sleep at Manchester airport?
Manchester airport located just under 10 miles from Manchester city center is the U.K.’s fourth largest airport and has seen passenger numbers increase dramatically over the past decade. In this article we examine at whether…
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SEASONAL TRAVEL
12 Most Magical Christmas Markets in Southern England for 2024
12 MOST MAGICAL CHRISTMAS MARKETS IN SOUTHERN ENGLAND IN 2024. Blog post updated for 2024. Now that the weather has turned and Halloween is about to pass us, I don’t know about…
10 great Christmas things to do in Kent in 2024
10 GREAT CHRISTMAS THINGS TO DO IN KENT IN 2024 Updated October 2024. Christmas is such a special time of year. It’s so nice to take some time and do something special…
Travelling to Serbia in Winter: our story
Serbia in Winter. Why not. “What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness.” John Steinbeck We were looking for a country that we could…
20 amazing cities for traveling to Europe in December
TRAVELING TO EUROPE IN DECEMBER: 20 AMAZING CITIES. December may not seem like the best time to visit Europe, but it can be, if you pick the right city. You can find…
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FULL TIME TRAVEL
What is house sitting? 10 things about house sitting that might surprise you
WHAT IS HOUSE SITTING? 10 THINGS ABOUT HOUSE SITTING THAT MIGHT SURPRISE YOU. We love house sitting, it’s an excellent way to travel the world and experience new things. But, there are a few things…
5 surprising benefits of being a house sitter
As Digital Nomads, we are often looking for novel ways to travel. We love house sitting and can’t talk more highly of the unexpected and surprising benefits of being a house sitter. Here are our…
Best house sitting websites for 2023: All you need to know about house sitting
We are John and Emma and we are house sitters. As Digital Nomads, we are always travelling and looking for new adventures. Recently, we decided to start house sitting alongside our usual Airbnb and hiking…
How to achieve balance between work and travel as a Digital Nomad
When my partner and I decided that we wanted to start living a Digital Nomad lifestyle, we had many long discussions about what this would mean for us as individuals and as a couple. We…
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Activities & Tours
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Where can I get a sim card?
Need a sim card on landing or about to fly off? Rather than the hassle of finding/getting a physical sim card, an easier method these days is to get an e-sim. Simply select the country or region you are in and get data and calls on your phone. More info can be found here.
Prices are reasonable, usually only $25 for 20GB of data. We now always use this method when travelling as it just saves so much time and bother!
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