John Morrison

John Morrison

John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip. His guides cover the logistics that matter: how to get there without a tour, where to stay without overpaying, and what to skip entirely. John specialises in offbeat beach destinations, budget-friendly ski country, and shoulder-season travel in places most guidebooks overlook. His work has helped hundreds of thousands of independent travellers plan smarter, cheaper, and more rewarding trips.

Banff — Moraine Lake under Rocky Mountains

Getting Around Banff: Transport Guide for Visitors

City Guides / John Morrison

The most practical options are Walking in Banff Town and Roam Public Transit. The town of Banff is compact and best explored on foot — Banff Avenue,…

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Getting Around Bangkok: Transport Guide for Visitors

City Guides / John Morrison

The most practical options are BTS Skytrain and MRT Metro. The elevated Skytrain is the fastest way to cross Bangkok. Two lines — Sukhumvit (light…

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Surfer riding a glassy wave off the west coast of Bali

Getting Around Bali: Transport Guide for Visitors

City Guides / John Morrison

The most practical options are Hiring a Private Driver and Scooter Rental. The classic Bali transport solution — hire a local driver with a car for the…

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Getting Around Athens: Transport Guide for Visitors

City Guides / John Morrison

The most practical options are Athens Metro and Buses and Trolleybuses. Three lines cover the city efficiently. Line 1 (Green) runs from Piraeus to…

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Getting Around Albania: Transport Guide for Visitors

City Guides / John Morrison

The most practical options are Furgons (Minibuses) and Intercity Buses. The backbone of Albanian transport — small minibuses that depart when full from…

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi at dusk, white domes and minarets reflected in water

Getting Around Abu Dhabi: Transport Guide for Visitors

City Guides / John Morrison

The most practical options are Ride-Hailing Apps (Careem & Uber) and Abu Dhabi Public Buses. The easiest way to get around Abu Dhabi. Both Careem and Uber…

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Best Places to Travel in December: 10 Top Destinations (2026 Guide)

Blog, Travel Planning / John Morrison

The best places to travel in December include Costa Rica, Thailand, and Vietnam. The full list of 10 below covers weather, costs, and what to do in each.

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