Health & Beauty

Science has an explanation for why you're unlikely to get a good night's sleep while travelling, at least for the first couple of nights, and there are ways to battle this ‘first night effect’.

The good news is that you can fight jetlag with proper sleep. And the even better news is that you don’t have to accept a lifetime of bad sleep in exchange for an opportunity to explore.

COVID-19 is spread from humans-to-humans, and is being compared to the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) epidemic that happened in 2002 and 2003.

Virtual fitness training allows you to work out from the comfort of your own home. Or anywhere for that matter.

There’s plenty of fun to be had on your break but why go to the extremes of temporarily giving up everything from your day to day when you can do it in small doses?

The Vagina Spa, also known as ratus vagina in Indonesia, is a treatment that’s been around for many generations.

There are certain risks that a person must consider before hiking solo. Here are some safety precautions you should take.

We’ve all got that one gal pal who always looks on point when she travels. If looking for practical gifts for your fashionista travel sista this festive season, we've curated this handy gift guide for some inspiration!

Like with most things in life, not everything can or will go according to plan. With travelling, it’s so easy to end up disappointed as well.

There are plenty of great foods out there that can boost your chances of getting a restful night – and they're easy to take on the go

Yoga poses that are dorm-friendly AND easy to follow.

There were serious runners who pushed off as fast as they could, leisurely strollers who looked determined to enjoy every bit of the 10k on their own time, and kids who would speed up and then slow down intermittently. Last but not least, there was me.

Easy, go-to tips, tools and suggestions on how to use any travel destination as your playground for staying fit and healthy.

Music plays a significant role in shaping our state of mind. So a PhD in Music Theory worked with music composers and neuroscientists to create music that’s aimed specifically at travel stress.

Do you know what happens to your complexion when you’re stuck in a plane for at least eight hours? Cabin air can still cause strange things to happen to your skin. Here’s what you’ll need.

I'm no stranger to solo travel and embarked on a solo trip to Kota Kinabalu. On my walk to the hostel, I was sexually assaulted. Here's how I overcame fear and shame.

The sun is more powerful than you think. However, you need to be careful with what you put on your skin too. The next time you’re on holiday and about to hit the deck chairs for a tan, remember these five natural ways to protect yourself:

Whether you’re a backpacking newbie or a seasoned traveller, adventuring when you’re on your period can be a challenge. Here are some things you can do to make holidaying while menstruating easier!

If you’re just starting to learn about crystals and their benefits, or have already collected a few, choosing which crystals to pack for travelling can be a difficult task. This article may be of help.

You don’t have to be as allergic to everything as I am to carry the right medication while travelling. Here's a list of all my must-have medications which have saved me from more than one sticky situation.

While backpacking around Southeast Asia, I realised that choosing to backpack vegetarian had some surprising benefits. Here are my reasons why.

Travelling alone can be rewarding but also challenging, particularly for female travellers. Taking dance lessons while travelling has a plethora of benefits. Besides being hella fun, here are some reasons why.

Even the most seasoned woman traveller knows that holidaying while on your period can be a pain – literally and figuratively. Sometimes, you just can’t avoid jetting about while menstruating. Enter hotel room yoga.

Truth be told, I hadn’t actually planned to trek up to Everest Base Camp. I turned up in Kathmandu with minimal planning and decided to tackle the hike.