My go-to sites for booking hotels, transport and activities, plus a few travel essentials.
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Lodging
Transport
Tours & activities
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Lodging
Hotels, homestays and hostels for every budget, from cheap dorm beds to 5-star splurges. Covers Indonesia, Asia, Japan, Europe and the US.
Real traveler reviews and price comparison in one place.
Hotels: Cheap Hotel Deals on Tripadvisor
Hotel Indonesia Traveloka : Easy local payment options and plenty of budget stays
Hotel in Indonesia :Booking Hotel Murah & Penginapan Terdekat
A quick way to compare options across US cities.
Hotels in the United States
Takes the guesswork out of choosing a neighborhood.
The best Japan hotels – Where to stay in Japan
A shortlist of well-reviewed stays before you dive into details.
Top Hotels in Europe
Good for scanning options across several countries.
THE BEST Asia Hotels
Inspiration for a special-occasion splurge.
The world's best 5-star hotels
More local feel, often better value for longer trips.
Book Homestays Worldwide - Find Your Home Away From Home
The standard for cheap beds and meeting other travelers.
Hostelworld
Transport
Flights, trains and buses I check first when comparing prices. Includes Traveloka flights, Rail Europe, and FlixBus in the US and worldwide.
Cheap way to cover city-to-city trips.
FlixBus: Convenient and affordable bus travel in the US
One place to book trains across several countries.
Train tickets in Europe - Search & Book on Rail Europe
Low-cost buses with wide route coverage.
FlixBus: Affordable Global Bus Travel
Quick fare comparison across airlines, with local payment support.
Cheap Flights, Air Ticket Prices & Airline Deals
Tours & activities
Tours, attractions and cruises you can book ahead, so you spend less time planning once you arrive.
A starting point if you'd rather have everything organized.
Top Europe Tour Operators
Skip-the-line tickets and tours booked in advance.
GetYourGuide: Book Things To Do, Attractions, and Tours
Lets you compare cruise lines and deals side by side.
Cruises.com: The Largest Selection of Cruise Line Deals
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A practical guide to the best dive sites in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand. Useful for planning a dive trip.
Diving in Southeast Asia: A Guide to the Best Sites in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand (Periplus Action Guides)
Diving in Southeast Asia: Best Sites Guide
Gear
Small travel-kit items that help on the road: a light-blocking sleep mask for flights and hotels, and acne patches for breakouts when travel stress hits.
Mighty Patch Original Patch from Hero Cosmetics - #1 Hydrocolloid Acne Pimple Patches for Face, Shrinking Zits & Whiteheads in 1 Use, Nighttime Spot Pimple Stickers for Face, 36 Count
Mighty Patch Original Hydrocolloid Acne Patches, 36 Count
3D Eye Mask Sleep Mask for Men & Women, 100% Pressure-Free & Light Block-Out Eye Mask for Sleep with Easy Adjustable Strap, Night Eye Cover for Travel, Black
Fygrip 3D Eye Mask Sleep Mask for Men & Women
Read this before travel to Indonesia
The best Indonesia Guided tours - 2026 (Verified Reviews)
