The latest travel articles from Fonsveritatis.
Learn how to prepare mobile data, a nearby workspace and offline work so an accommodation Wi-Fi outage doesn’t derail your day. The guide also covers hotspot testing and what to do when a connection fails.
Learn how to compare airline award prices, transfer ratios, fees and flexible redemption options before moving credit card points. The guide also covers award availability and the risks of irreversible transfers.
Compare time zones, internet reliability, coworking, work permissions, and daily-life costs before choosing a destination. Use hard limits and a shortlist to test whether a place works as a base.
Choose an airline rewards program by comparing the routes you fly, award-seat availability and benefits you’ll realistically use. The guide also explains how to assess status and treat credit card bonuses as a separate decision.
Learn how to assess a hotel’s layout, identify likely sources of noise and unwanted light, and make a specific room request. The guide also explains what to check at check-in and how to address problems before unpacking.
Compare a staffed villa with a luxury resort across privacy, staffing, dining, amenities, logistics and total cost. Use the guide to match the stay to your group and trip.
Learn how to compare hotel cancellation deadlines, refund terms and nonrefundable rates. A practical guide to weighing flexibility against possible costs and canceling through the right channel.
A practical guide to matching a luxury cruise’s ship size, service style, suite and itinerary to your preferred pace and privacy. It also explains how to compare the costs and inclusions of the trip you would actually take.
Learn how to compare transit passes with individual fares using break-even trips, pass validity, route coverage and fare caps. Examples from Paris, New York and London show when a pass saves money and when pay-as-you-go costs less.
Learn how to estimate meals, local transport, activities and incidentals using prices from your destination. The guide shows how to add a buffer, set a daily average and check whether the full trip fits your budget.
Learn how to compare hotel rates across booking sites by checking the full stay cost, cancellation terms, loyalty benefits, and travel from each neighborhood. A practical checklist helps identify which deal works best for your plans.
Learn how to read an airline seat map, compare legroom and location, and decide whether a seat-selection fee is worth paying. The guide also covers fare rules, family seating, and accessibility needs.
Learn how to order cities, compare door-to-door travel times and allow for connection risks when planning a multi-city trip. Practical examples show how to balance travel days with time at each stop.
Learn how to compare the full cost of a flight, including baggage, seat and booking fees, and assess fare rules before choosing where to book. The guide also covers self-transfers and the U.S. 24-hour reservation or refund requirement.
A practical framework for choosing a first solo-trip destination based on transport, language, safety, budget and opportunities to meet people. Includes examples such as Boston, Montréal, London and Tokyo.
