Travelwise

Travelwise goes behind the scenes to answer common questions, satisfy uncommon curiosities and uncover some of the mystery surrounding travel.

THE PASSPORT BLOG | 28 October 2011

Halloween’s past and present

The night’s ties with the supernatural, mischief and fright hold strong, in celebrations all over the world.

Holidays

THE PASSPORT BLOG | 21 October 2011

Riding the waves of surf culture

Since California is known for its mellow surfers and less-than-mellow waves, we turned to pro surfer Julie Cox for some insight into the world of west coast surfing.

California

Surfing

14 October 2011

Hats, trash and Romania’s oldest human remains

Romania is home to five museums that are unlike anything you’re likely to encounter elsewhere in the world.

Romania

THE PASSPORT BLOG | 07 October 2011

Taiwan’s cultural past and present

The shores of Sun Moon Lake, the largest body of water in Taiwan and a natural embodiment of yin and yang, are lined with markers of the country’s history.

Taiwan