The Trips You'll Remember Forever
Published on: 17/06/2026
Ask people about their most memorable trips and something interesting happens. Very few begin by listing hotel ratings. Almost nobody mentions thread counts or airport lounges.
Travel


Ask people about their most memorable trips and something interesting happens. Very few begin by listing hotel ratings. Almost nobody mentions thread counts or airport lounges.

Travel is one of those experiences that looks remarkably straightforward from a distance. People post beautiful photographs, share amusing stories and return home with glowing recommendations.

If there were an Olympic event for packing unnecessary items, I suspect many of us would be strong contenders. Most travellers can relate to the familiar ritual.

The idea of travelling alone tends to divide people into two distinct groups. The first group finds it exciting. They imagine freedom, flexibility and the opportunity to explore entirely on their own terms.