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Eine wall mural in London's East End. Photo by alphacityguides.
London

London Street Art

A sample of some of London's best streetart.

Big red double decker bus in London. Photo by alphacityguides.
London

London Guide to Public Transportation

Navigating London's tube and bus system isn't as tough as you think.

Paris Metro sign. Photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/malias/">malias</a>
Paris

Getting Around Paris

Getting around Paris isn't hard, but there's a few things you should know.

New York street art. Photo by alphacityguides.

iPhone Photography For Travel

Who needs to pack a bulky camera in their carry-on? You can take beautiful photos with your phone and we'll show you how. 

Flight kit to avoid jet lag. Photo by alphacityguides.

Fight Jet Lag

No reason to ruin the first days of your vacation feeling the effects of pesky jet lag. Learn how to fight it with these simple tips.

Ladurée pastry counter in Paris. Photo by alphacityguides.
Paris

Best Pastry Shops in Paris

Macarons, tarts, truffles, oh my! A list of Paris pastry shops you can't afford to miss.

Tokyo fashion outside Harajuku in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.
Tokyo

Japanese Street Fashion 101

Japanese street fashion can be complex, and a little confusing to an outsider. So we've put together a simple guide to help you understand the the quirky and awesome street style of our favorite city.

Packing tips for travel minimalists. Photo by alphacityguides

Keep Calm and Carry-On

How to pack the perfect carry on bag, and feed your inner travel minimalist. 

Suiting and accessories inside of Gieves & Hawkes on Savile Row in London. Photo by alphacityguides.
London

Savile Row

Savile Row is known for bespoke men's wear around the world, here's a look at what you need to know to shop there.

Narita Airport in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.

Are you a bad traveler?

Sure fire signs that you're the annoying traveler that everyone hates, and a few tips to avoid being overcome your bad travel habits.

Travel skin savers for long flights. Photo by alphacityguides.

High Altitude

Five hours or more bouncing around time zones can do a number on your skin. Tight, dry, flaky, and dull, are really no way to start your vacation. Follow these cheap and cheerful skin saving tips to arrive at your destination looking like you just stepped out of a spa. 

 
Jermey Scott three tongue Adidas at Kicks Lab in Tokyo. Photo by alphacityguides.
Tokyo

Killer Kicks & Limited Edition Style

Tighten up your look with Harajuku's top sneaker shops.

Travel technology essentials. Photo by alphacityguides.

Guide to Essential Travel Technology

Our guide to staying connected on the road—or off.  Essential tech pieces for your travels. 

Japanese selvage denim jeans

Guide to Selvage Denim

Ever wonder what is selvage denim, and what makes it such a hot and coveted part of everyone's wardrobe? Well here's your comprehensive guide on what, how, and where to buy selvage denim. 

Airport Express Portable Wireless Router

Apple Airport Express

Flaky hotel wifi driving you insane? Whip out the LAN cable that's hiding in the desk and build your own hotspot on the road. 

eneloop Mobile Booster KBC-L3AS (Japanese version)

eneloop Mobile Booster

Your mobile phone helps plan a smarter trip, but all day battery life is really just a theory—like world peace and leprechauns. Pack some spare juice to keep you powered. 

Lingerie display at Journelle in New York. Photo by alphacityguides.

Lacy and Racy

New York's best lingerie shops to get you ready for Valentine's day.

humangear GoToob travel bottle.

humangear GoToob Travel Container

Find out why these are the best TSA approved travel bottles on the market.

No Fuss Key Card Lock (NFC). Photo by alphacityguides.

No Fuss Key Card Lock

Tired of losing your tiny luggage lock keys? Trade them in for the a keycard based lock. 

Board a plane to somewhere fantastic. Photo by alphacityguides.

How to Travel More

Working on making your travel dreams a reality? Check out our tips to help you travel more this year. 

Palais de Tokyo Bear
Paris

Paris Gallery Culture

Our favorite design museums in Paris. 

Photo of sleepypod air.

Sleepypod Air

The Sleepypod Air combines clever features and a stylish exterior to provide the ultimate travel experience for your pet.