New Rules and Fees Australians Travelling to Japan Need to Know
So you’re off to Japan. Well, there are some new Japanese rules and fees you should be aware of in 2026 if you’re Australian. To help combat over-tourism, the Japanese government has introduced a few new tourist taxes, attraction fees and local fines. Here are the...
Heartbreak as Robin Hood’s English Oak Tree Dies
The Major Oak, an ancient oak tree linked to Robin Hood, has died after 1,200 years. The oak stands in the heart of Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire and is renowned for its association with the legendary outlaw Robin Hood.According to folklore Robin Hood used it as...
Singapore Airlines flight SQ321: Unexpected Turbulence Still a Mystery
Nearly two years after Singapore Airlines flight SQ321 hit severe turbulence over Myanmar, killing one passenger and injuring 79 others, investigators have released their final report. The conclusion, in essence: we still don’t fully know what happened. Meaning, the...
Canada imposes stricter requirements on digital nomads
Is Canada on your radar as a digital nomad destination? Digital nomads seeking entry to Canada under a common work-permit exemption will be subject to increased scrutiny under new rules. The rules come in the form of updated instructions to officers. Instructions...
Hong Kong Airport T2 reboot signals Asia’s re-emergence after Middle East bypass
Photo: Airport Authority Hong Kong Hong Kong International Airport Terminal 2 has opened. Great news for those looking for a Middle East bypass. The T2 opening ceremony held on 22 May 2026 drew around 1,500 guests. Showcasing was more than 40 airport partners...
Hi, I’m Sharyn. Travel addict. Lover of ’80s music. Chocolate, coffee and Mexican food connoisseur. Travel Writing Digital Nomad specialising in living and working abroad (and playing abroad too). Currently living, working and playing in Australia.
