The Calm Journal 
Inside Coober Pedy: The Australian town where life happens underground
Why do 1,500 people in the Australian Outback live in caves? A look inside Coober Pedy’s underground homes, unique architecture, and the reality of life without the sun.
The Calm Journal
RSS FeedBehind the scenes of Roamcalm and beyond — travel insights, tutorials, feature drops, and stories designed to make trip planning effortless and enjoyable. Stories that are not just for the SEO, but for the reader.
Create travel itineraries conversationally with AI or simply forward your bookings to lay them out into organized itineraries. Try Roamcalm today!
-
The "Am I Being Rude?" Guide to Tipping Around the World
Stop stressing over the bill. From the US '20% rule' to Japan's 'no tip' culture, master global tipping etiquette with this 2025 guide for travelers.
-
Table for One, Please: How to Eat Alone Without Checking Your Phone Every 3 Seconds
Walking into a busy restaurant alone is the final boss of solo travel.
Recent Stories
-
36 Hours in Paris: The "First-Timer" Speed Run
Experience the best of Paris in just 36 hours. Our first-timer's guide covers the Eiffel Tower, Louvre hacks, and top local food spots, minus the tourist traps.
-
Inside Whittier: The Alaskan town where everyone lives in the same building
Discover Whittier, Alaska, the town where everyone lives in one building (Begich Towers). Explore the extreme logistics of the tunnel commute and life indoors.
-
Where to Travel Based on Your Budget: The 2025 Cost Guide ($50 vs $150 a Day)
Is $50 a day enough? In Vietnam, yes. In Switzerland, no. Find the perfect destination for your wallet with our real-world breakdown of 2025 travel costs.
-
How we built your personal travel analytics without Google Maps
Why we ditched Google Maps and built a custom travel map using nothing but simple math and a JSON file to avoid massive API costs.
