I absolutely love it when readers send in their travel questions - and often those questions focus on packing, specifically packing and carry on luggage. And this month's question is an especially good one: Can you take a bath bomb on an airplane? The answer is yes. But I know you don't come to me for short answers! You want details! You demand explanations!

​As a lover of relaxing baths AND easy to pack luggage, I am only too happy to dig a bit deeper into this query. 

Rila Monastery is Bulgaria's most famous, most visited, and best loved Eastern Orthodox monastery. Technically named The Monastery of St Ivan of Rila, this stunning complex is located just over 100 kilometers from the capital city of Sofia. The surrounding area, Rila Monastery Nature Park, is a protected area of pristine forested wilderness, where in one corner you'll find St Ivan's cave and final resting spot. Rila's importance in terms of Bulgaria's history, cultural, and religious life cannot be overstated. And, thankfully for visitors, it's not at all overrated! You couldn't ask for a better day trip from Sofia.

My visit was a highlight of my time in Bulgaria - even though I had some decidedly non-monastic awkward and ungraceful moments! Here are my best tips for visiting Rila and making the most the tour experience. 

Have you ever traveled to see penguins? And, if so, did they teach you any financial lessons? It's a strange question! You see, a recent conversation about these cute birds unexpectedly shed some light on money and my travel decision making process. Let me explain....

I was chatting with friends about how there are some things I'll happily pay a lot of money for when I travel, yet I get really annoyed at some minor travel expenses. Why was it so easy to assign value to one activity yet be so aggravated with another? That's when a friend piped up and said that in her circle of friends, they summarize this quandary with one quirky phrase: "penguins or no penguins".

She told me about some acquaintances - known for being rather frugal - who had saved up for the trip of a lifetime. They cruised to Antarctica, truly an incredible voyage, and a trip that easily cost thousands of dollars. And while they were there, they had the chance to pay an extra $20 each to leave the cruise ship and board a Zodiac boat that would take them closer to the penguins. But they refused! They must have spent over $10,000 on their trip - but they drew the line at an extra $40 in travel expenses. And thus, the phrase "penguins or no penguins" was born. 

​Mumbai city has a different meaning for different people. Whether you belong to this city or not, it will undoubtedly form a special place in your heart. For some individuals, this place gives a kick-start to their dreams while for some it's a place that teaches them valuable lessons about life. But for people who love to explore different cuisines, Mumbai is one such place that has all types of cuisines under its roof. So, if you are foodie by heart, book your Delhi to Mumbai flight ticket today to set out on a food exploration journey. 

Situated in the Australian Capital Territory, Canberra is not only the capital city of Australia, but is also known as the ‘bush capital’. This ever-growing town is home to important landmarks such as Parliament House, the Australian War Memorial and the High Court of Australia. It is also home to hundreds of award-winning restaurants, bars and cafes, with world class wineries nearby, as well as some stunning natural landscapes. Add to this an excellent range of hotel and accommodation options and you have yourself the ingredients for the perfect holiday destination. There are lots of reasons to make Canberra your next long-weekend destination!