Layover Archives - No Man Nomad

One day in Doha, Qatar

I've lost count of the number of layovers I've had in the Doha Airport. I'm never upset when I'm flying Qatar Airways, and I'm definitely never mad at a decent layover in what I think is one of the world's best airports, from the landmark giant Teddy Bear to the never-ending lush greenery from the…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMarch 8, 20260Comments

The Seychelles

Planning a Group Trip to the Seychelles Without Losing a Day to Layovers

Getting to the Seychelles is already a commitment for solo travelers. Add a group of eight people with different schedules, different departure cities, and wildly different opinions on connecting flights, and the whole thing can spiral fast. You don't want to spend the first day of your trip half-asleep in a hotel lobby waiting for…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMarch 6, 20260Comments

Saudi Arabia Travel Horror Stories

Travel Horror Stories: I Lost My Passport in Saudi Arabia

When it comes to travel nightmares, losing your passport abroad is easily one of the worst-case-scenarios imaginable. I had a close call in Bulgaria (I dropped my passport in the lobby of my hostel, only to realize it was missing several hours later. Luckily, the front desk had it!), so I decided I would always…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 25, 20231Comment

Panama

10 Things To Do On A Long Layover in Panama

When planning a trip to Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Chile, I knew I wanted to take advantage of a long layover somewhere in Central America on my way down. Copa Airlines offers an extended layover program in Panama City, and since they had the best flight options, that's the route I decided to take. I…

ByKaitlyn RosatiJune 23, 20231Comment

Ireland

How To Spend A Long Layover in Dublin, Ireland

Recently, I was flying home from Naples, Italy, and found a flight through AerLingus with a long layover in Dublin. Twist my arm, I said as I essentially threw my money at the screen. I had never been to Ireland, nor did I really have the strongest desire to go, so a long layover was…

ByKaitlyn RosatiMarch 17, 20232Comments

Tips and Tricks

Interview With CheapAir’s CEO Jeff Klee

I recently had the chance to exclusively interview CEO of CheapAir.com, Jeff Klee. With flight prices rapidly increasing, CheapAir promises to keep airfares exactly as the name of the company suggests: cheap! The company offers plenty of filters for travelers to determine the best flying experience for their budget. Here's what Jeff Klee had to…

ByKaitlyn RosatiDecember 22, 20220Comments

Turkey

Here’s What To Do On A 24-Hour Layover In Istanbul

Out of all of the cities and airports in the world, I've had the most layovers in Istanbul. With Turkish Airlines offering an extended stopover program, there's no reason to not try to see the city. Though 24 hours is not nearly enough for not only Istanbul, but the vast, beautiful country that is Türkiye…

ByKaitlyn RosatiDecember 4, 20222Comments

Jordan

10 Things to Know Before Visiting Jordan

Jordan is one of the more popular places to visit in The Middle East, and yet, it still seems like a mystery on what to expect when visiting. After showing up on a whim, here are my top 10 tips on what to expect when visiting Jordan. 1. It's Expensive After my hike to the…

ByKaitlyn RosatiSeptember 27, 20222Comments

China

Finding Peace in Chaotic Beijing: My Experience Staying With a Family in China

I had heard Beijing is a stressful city to travel through. Someone had described it to me as "the general population having no regard for human life," as in, get out of the way or you're going to get hit by a car, be prepared to be cut in line often, be prepared for people…

ByKaitlyn RosatiSeptember 9, 20221Comment

China

World Wonder in a Hunch: How to See The Great Wall of China on a Long Layover

Transiting through China can be a real pain in the butt. Most layovers will be in Shanghai or Beijing, and though I've never been to the Shanghai airport, I can confirm the Beijing one is a bit chaotic. If you're flying to or throughout Asia, you're likely to see an option to fly with AirChina,…

ByKaitlyn RosatiSeptember 2, 20223Comments