Jamie Carter
Jamie is a freelance journalist, copywriter and author with 20 years' experience. He's written journalism for over 50 publications and websites and, when he's not writing, spending most of his time travelling – putting the latest travel tech through its paces.
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American Tourister Airconic Suitcase vs Antler Clifton Large Suitcase: large luggage titans go head-to-head
What is the best supersize spinner suitcase?
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Samsonite vs American Tourister: which brand makes the best luggage?
Two suitcase titans go head to head, but which is best?
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Carry-on suitcase guide: 6 things you need to consider when buying luggage
Here’s what you need to think about when deciding not to check-in luggage
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Travel-light vs travel-heavy: how much should you take on holiday?
Are you taking too much? Or not enough? Or just the right amount?
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Carry-on suitcase vs travel bag: which luggage is best when travelling?
If you’re choosing between a hard-sided suitcase and a duffel, holdall or tote-style travel bag to take into aircraft cabins, here’s what you need to consider
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Hard-shell suitcase vs soft-sided luggage: which should you use when travelling?
Extra mobility or more protection? Here’s what you need to know
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Ultimate travel guide to Japan during the Rugby World Cup: where to stay, what to do, and how to use a high-tech toilet
From Tokyo and temples to high-tech toilets and bathing naked in public, here's how to survive a trip to the Land of the Rising Sun
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Quirky travel tech: the latest travel gadgets to make your trips easier
From getting on WiFi around the world to a wearable camera that records your entire trip, the latest gear from Berlin’s IFA exhibition is all you need for the trip of a lifetime
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What to pack for Thailand: 7 essential items to take on your travels
A trip to the hot, humid Land of Smiles demands careful preparation
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What to pack for New York: 7 essential items
The Big Apple demands preparation, these are essential items for your next holiday
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Top holiday destinations 2019: this is where Lonely Planet thinks you should be visiting this year
Guidebook publisher reveals ‘best in travel’ for 2019
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CES 2019: best travel gadgets
From a speaker with cup holders to self-driving luggage, Las Vegas this week is packed full of on-the-go gadgets
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Things to do in Las Vegas: Six quirky attractions to make your trip memorable
Sin City is about far more than casinos and shows
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How to beat the tourist crowds: from Angor Wat to the Taj Mahal
After a more intimate, authentic experience… and lower prices? Travel strategically and you can have the world’s top tourist sites all to yourself
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Cheap flight guide: 8 ultimate money saving tips for your next holiday
Knowing when to book, when to fly and how to find bargain prices can slash the price of your next trip
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A beginner's guide to air miles and airway points
Save money on flights and get upgrades by signing-up to frequent flyer schemes and airline credit cards
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9 ways tech is changing travel forever
From Netflix-style holidays and odour-free underwear to delivering pizza to campsites and speaking to pets on planes, tech is changing how we travel in some incredible ways
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Northern Lights: All the gear, apps and advice you need to see and photograph the Northern Lights
If you’re going to travel to the Arctic Circle to see the aurora borealis, here’s what you need
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Baggage allowance guide: luggage limits, excess charges, and how to avoid them
Airline travel is cheap, but it comes with hidden charges unless you know exactly what you’re allowed to travel with
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Business class: how, when and why to travel in business class
From finding deals and playing the system to checking airline seating layouts, travelling in style demands a lot of research
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Airport lounges: A complete guide for business travellers and tourists
Behind those frosted glass doors is a blissed-out world of comfy chairs and free food, and you don’t have to be a frequent flyer to get inside
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Essential travel tech to make your holidays epic
From trekking and e-skating to phoneography and business travel, this is the tech you need in your suitcase
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Booking.com hotel deals: How to get the most from one of the world’s largest hotel booking platforms
Tricks and tips on how to get the best deals from Booking.com
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How to avoid jet-lag: 11 tips for fixing your circadian rhythm
From crippling insomnia to losing concentration, crossing time-zones can interrupt sleep patterns. Here's how to return your circadian rhythms to normal as quickly as possible.
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