Technology can make your travels easier, more fun or just plain geeky. In this category, you'll find all our blog posts that cover new technology, geeky stuff and gadgets. All in plain English so everyone can enjoy it.
But there is more. As travel geeks we are also focused on classic technology, from pinball machines & arcade games to retro computing. No matter the age of the tech, our hearts start to beat faster when we see it. And our fingers start typing at hyper speed to blog about it and share both new tech & classic tech with our fans. Enter our geeky blog world.
When preparing for a trip lots of travellers worry about what to pack. Travelling light is key. But have you ever thought about what to pack uh bring to protect your digital life? Have you thought about how to keep your laptop and smartphone safe & secure when logging into public hotspots of accommodations and libraries overseas? We’ve got some handy tips and advice for you.
Are you a die-hard sports fan that wants to watch your favourite sports anywhere but you can’t because of geographical restrictions? Whether you are a petrol head whose Formula 1 race (exciting season finale anyone?) or WRC Rally competition event was geoblocked or you’re a concert fan missing out on their favourite band’s festival stream not being available in your region, here’s the best way how to get around a geoblock: unblock sports channels with a VPN.
It’s 2025, why are so many travellers still walking around with paper guidebooks when exploring a city? It’s time to ditch the oldskool self-guided city tour – the static & boring way to explore a city – and switch on game mode. Let’s turn any city tour into an exciting exploration game, let's turn it into a more interactive self-guided city tour.
Medical costs, smartphones smashed to pieces when you drop it like it's hot, missed flights, lost luggage and more. These costs can add up quickly. The best money-saving travel hack is getting travel insurance. Check out these scenarios that have happened to us throughout the years.
As a computer geek and arcade game freak, there is nothing more exciting than hearing about a Video Game Museum in the area or country you are travelling in. This time we are heading to the Video Game Museum in Zoetermeer in the Netherlands.
About 2 years ago the reMarkable tablet was the winner for me in the battle of the e-paper tablets. A lot has happened in the market so what would happen if I was in the market for an alternative to traditional paper, a digital solution for taking notes, doodling, drawing and reading e-books? Would the reMarkable paper tablet be my first choice again? Let’s find out.
No time to travel to festivals or concerts around the world? Here’s the ultimate answer to see your favourite band from wherever you are: live stream festivals. Even if there is a geoblock in place, we’ll show you how to enjoy some of the best festivals in the world through live streaming.
The famous (or is it infamous?) question of what to pack on my trip is asked a lot online. Just Google 'packing list' and you'll see heaps of examples, templates and tips. All a waste of my time. All I need are a few basic things and I'm a happy travelling geek.
For most travellers, Zwolle is pretty much like going off the beaten path in The Netherlands. The city isn’t as big or popular as Amsterdam or Rotterdam but that is about to change. There is now an important reason why computer & game geeks will add Zwolle to their must-see travel list: Dutch Computer Museum.
Recently I came across the reMarkable e-ink tablet. It triggered the “yeah, I want that gadget” hormone in my geeky mind immediately. But it isn't something you buy as an impulse purchase. Time to do some research first and to answer the questions: Is there a Remarkable alternative that is better or cheaper? Well, here's what I found.
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