We spoke with people on every side of the issue: the ones who started it, the ones affected by it and a few who are still not convinced.

Book transport first and rooms second. Seats on the only boat or bus of the day go faster than beds.

The bottom line

Book transport first and rooms second. Seats on the only boat or bus of the day go faster than beds.

The best advice came from people who had already made the mistakes, and were happy to explain how to avoid them.

  • Compare at least three options before committing.
  • Read the fine print on fees and limits.
  • Keep a screenshot or a receipt of every step.

The numbers tell part of the story. The people behind them tell the rest, and they are usually more interesting.