Samantha Rupp is a travel writer with a passion for slow travel, scenic rail journeys, and discovering overlooked destinations. She enjoys turning firsthand experiences into practical guides that inspire more meaningful adventures.
A practical, beach-by-beach transportation guide to renting cars, Jeeps, or golf carts in Vieques, with pickup tips, current real-world pricing examples, and what works for families and luggage.
Plan an unforgettable visit to Stingray City in Grand Cayman, with clear advice on the sandbar experience, tour options, and pairing it with Seven Mile Beach.
Practical 2026 guide to the Kusadasi–Samos ferry: tickets, passport control, day-trip timing, luggage, and how to fit Samos into a wider Greek island itinerary.
Practical guide to transferring from Auckland Airport’s domestic terminal to international: walking, free bus, baggage rules, check-in times, and minimum connection tips.
How to travel between Rio’s Galeão Airport and the city by BRT, VLT and metro, including Terminal Gentileza, fares, luggage tips and when taxis are wiser.
How to get from Seven Mile Beach resorts to Cayman Crystal Caves, with real-world tips on routes, taxis, rental cars, tour pickups and smart trip planning.
Discover the best things to do in Kotor, from exploring the medieval Old Town and hiking San Giovanni Fortress to boat tours, bay viewpoints, cats and cuisine.
How U.S. preclearance at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport works, where to find it in Terminal A, and what documents and timing you need.
Discover Kuzguncuk, a quiet Bosphorus neighborhood near Üsküdar with colorful wooden houses, friendly cafés, historic churches and synagogues, and leafy walking routes.
How to take a taxi from Athens International Airport to the city centre in 2026: flat fares, apps, private transfers and the scams to avoid.
Discover gopher tortoises, birds, turtles, butterflies, snakes, iguanas and the rare coastal dune lake habitat at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park.
Practical guide from Siem Reap Angkor Airport to the Angkor Ticket Office, with route advice, opening hours, transport prices and realistic itinerary timing.
Discover Lopud Island’s car-free charm, Šunj Beach, monastery walks, restaurants and hotels, plus whether it is the best Elafiti base near Dubrovnik.
How to get from Nassau’s Lynden Pindling International Airport to Paradise Island and Atlantis: taxis, private transfers, hotel shuttles, timing, tolls, and tips.
Discover whether morning, sunset, blue hour or night is best for visiting Galata Tower, with real-world crowd and photo tips for every condition.
