To say 2017 has been one of our best would definitely be underselling it! From our travel and life highlights to a few lows, this is our 2017 year in review.

From what to see, where to stay, and how to get there: this is our ultimate guide to Swedish Lapland's Gammelstad Church town

The Common Wanderer update for November 2017, including our two-year travel-versary, and our favourite posts for the month.

Don't know your Santa Pauli from your Roncalli when it comes to festive Hamburg? Don't worry, our Hamburg Christmas market weekend guide has you covered.

From the ancient freedom to roam law to the bond between man and wild in Swedish Lapland, this is our tale of rediscovering nature in the Arctic North.

From hiking to horseriding, with some foraging in between: this is exactly what to do and see in Swedish Lapland in Autumn. 

There's more to the north of Sweden than icy tundras and snow. From foraging to fika: here are the things to know before visiting Swedish Lapland.

The entire city runs so seamlessly and efficiently that it seems like a true urban dream. But is Singapore utopia or police state?

Our comprehensive guide to the very best things to do in Luang Prabang, including Kuang Si Waterfall, Mount Phousi, visiting the temples in Luang Prabang, and many other major sites.

Forests ablaze with autumn, picturesque mirrored lakes, and gorgeous timber cabins: here are 25 Swedish Lapland pictures to fuel your wanderlust

The Common Wanderer update: October. This is a personal wrap of our travels, life updates, and general happenings in the life of The Common Wanderer.

From the bustle of Hong Kong, to the vast open spaces of Namibia, here's our selection of the 10 best destinations to visit in 2018.

Why travel solo? Mark shares how his solo travel experiences changed his life, and why you should travel solo at least once too.

The Chi Phat community-based ecotourism project, nestled deep in Cambodia's Cardamom Mountains, is the living, breathing example of conservation done well.

"How did you save to travel the world?" It's a question we're asked all the time! Here's how we did it - and tips on how you can too!

In the wake of the Ariana Grande concert bombing in May, we went in search of the true spirit of Manchester. Here's what we found.

Long term travel is one of the greatest adventures you can have. But before you take off, this guide to long term travel planning has you covered, from budgets and your travel style, to your health and overall safety on the road.

Getting to Chi Phat in Cambodia's Cardamom Mountains is definitely part of the adventure! Here's our guide to getting to Chi Phat from (almost) everywhere on the Cambodian backpacker route.

The Garden of Dreams Kathmandu is the perfect respite from the chaos of Nepal's capital city. Read why a visit here is an essential Kathmandu experience.

Laos. The land of a million elephants, and a traditional way of life unaffected by modern perils. Or at least it was. Here's why you must visit Laos now.