Is “rawdogging” a flight as awful as it sounds?
“Rawdogging” is the most recent travel trend taking the internet by storm – but what actually is the unfortunately named flight phenomenon? We dive into it on this week’s Traveller Edit as well as more of the latest travel news, bucket list trips and trending stories.
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Why is everyone talking about "rawdogging" flights?
As dignity has officially disembarked planes around the world, distraction has become an essential part of air travel. It's as ingrained in us to download playlists before boarding as it is to remove our shoes going through airport security. Plug in, zone out, and leave that body of yours that’s folded uncomfortably into an economy seat. That's the ritual. But not everyone, it seems, is so keen on diversion. The latest travel trend, "rawdogging", refers to the practice, in some measure, of adopting a monk-like asceticism whilst flying. The minimum expectation is that participants abstain from most all forms of entertainment in the air: no films or television use, nor music through the free earbuds. Read more about it here.
The golden rules of affordable travel
Travel is, for many of us, a distinctly rewarding experience – yet it comes at a price. Sky-high flight costs, accommodation costs and over-priced restaurants can make budgeting seem impossible, and, suddenly, booking that trip quickly becomes daunting instead of exciting. While we can’t promise your dream holiday will ever be a bargain, our editors have picked up a few tips and tricks during their years of travelling for cutting costs. Travel is for making memories, so it is important to carefully plan your spending to make the most out of your trip. Discover how to stretch every penny with the golden rules of affordable travel our editors swear by here.
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5 unwritten rules you should know before travelling to Italy
Ask an Italian what a typical tourist looks like in Italy, and they'll likely conjure up an image of someone traipsing around in shorts, flip-flops and a bucket hat, perhaps flocking behind a tour guide waving a flag. Fortunately, over the past few years, tourists have become more conscious travellers, looking to blend in and adhere to local customs where possible. In Italy, there are several unwritten rules that we take quite seriously. We let you in on the five top things you need to know to avoid sticking out like a sore thumb on your next trip to Italy. Read the full story here.
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