The Crowded Planet News Updates

Are you in Lake Como (or planning to visit) but the weather is not cooperating? We’ve got you! Here’s what to do in Lake Como when it rains – including Bellagio and Varenna! No time to read? Book your perfect activity to enjoy Lake Como when it rains here! We… Read more »

Looking for the best things to do in Nusa Penida? We’ve got you covered – read on to discover 8 fantastic places to visit and to discover more about this offbeat paradise just a hop and a skip from Bali! Don’t have time to read? Book your Nusa Penida tours… Read more »

Looking for a cycling destination with history, options for flat and hilly rides, and lots of amazing food? Keep reading to find out where to go cycling near Parma! History and culture? Check. Hilltop castles and villages? Check. Twisty mountain roads, AND flat-as-a-pancake cycle paths? Check. So much delicious food,… Read more »

Food and cycling are two of my favourite things, and spending one day along the Food Valley Bike cycleway is the perfect way to combine them! A few years ago I made an experiment. I asked my friends where in Italy they thought the best food came from, and one… Read more »

Looking for a great little town to visit during your trip to Lake Como? Varenna is surely worth a visit – keep reading to find out the 12 best things to do in Varenna! Planning to visit Varenna? Check out these tours by our favourite operator GetYourGuide, offering a variety… Read more »

Curious to find out what to expect in the Falklands? I’m sure you already know about penguins and landscapes – here are 15 curious facts about the Falkland Islands you may not be aware of! Yes, the Falkland Islands are a place unlike any other. A little slice of Britain… Read more »

Are you having a hard time to choose what islands to visit in the Falklands? Well, Bleaker Island should definitely be one of them – and here we’ll tell you why! I loved every single day of my week in the Falklands, but the time I spent on Bleaker Island… Read more »

Would you like to visit the Falkland Islands but not sure where to go? Get inspired with this 1 week Falklands itinerary, covering Stanley and three of the smaller islands! If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ll already be familiar with where the Falklands are, and with the… Read more »

Would you like to visit the Falklands? Keep reading to find out everything you need to plan your trip to the Falkland Islands – including how to get there and how to move around, when to visit and how much you’ll spend. UPDATED MARCH 2025 Penguin colonies, little communities with… Read more »

One of the best things about my hometown Milan is that it’s a great base to explore more of Northern Italy and even Switzerland! Find out how on these fun day trips from Milan – and if you’re planning to hit the Lakes, check out our perfect day trip to… Read more »