Getting Around
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Japan Rail Pass Prices in 2026: What Changes on 10/01/2026, and When a Pass Still Pays
Currently, an adult can obtain a 7-day Japan Rail Pass for 50,000 JPY. Starting October 1st, 2026 you will be able to purchase a 7-day pass through an overseas travel agency for 53,000 JPY. The operator’s own reservation system will not see any price change however. Both of these price tables were available for public inspection by the operator on…
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Suica, Welcome Suica or ICOCA: Which Japan IC Card Actually Fits Your Trip
What distinguishes Welcome Suica from regular Suica? The standard physical Welcome Suica has no deposit and is valid for 28 days, including the purchase date. It is available at selected airports and stations, not only at airports. Regular Suica has a refundable ¥500 deposit and no 28-day limit. Check JR East’s official information for current purchasing locations and validity rules.…
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Ferries from Athens to Santorini: Piraeus vs Rafina, Blue Star vs SeaJets, and How Tickets Actually Work
Most people who travel from Athens by ferry to Santorini will leave from the Piraeus port. All ferries along this route arrive at the same dock on Santorini, which is called Athinios Port. The main aspect to consider when choosing a ferry is which boat you want to take. In order to determine which boat is best, you should first…
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Navigo Weekly, Navigo Easy or Single Tickets: The Paris Metro Pass Decision in 2026
The best Paris Metro card option for tourists is determined more by the day of the week than your length of stay in the city. The weekly card operates on a fixed calendar and runs from Monday through Sunday; therefore, if you arrive on Thursday, you will have paid for a full week but only have four days of usage…
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Contactless or Oyster for London: What a Tourist Should Actually Tap in 2026
There are two ways of paying for the same trip at the same cost: oyster and contactless. They have a similar cost (i.e., fares, daily & weekly caps) and a fare table that will always be the same. The main difference is that the Oyster card incurs a £10.50 fee that is never returned, which TFL’s visitor shop continues to…
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