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Practical, tested advice for getting around a city on your own.

Guides · Istanbul

Getting Around Istanbul by Ferry

The cheapest Bosphorus cruise is the commuter ferry. Routes, tickets and the best seats, from someone who rode them daily.

3 October 2026

Guides · Lisbon

48 Hours in Lisbon, Slowly

Two unhurried days in Lisbon: tram 28 before the crowds, Alfama on foot, and the viewpoints worth the climb.

14 August 2026