About Leif
Leif Pettersen is a member of our diverse team of travel experts from around the world. Every writer brings their own firsthand knowledge, passion and expertise to help guide your journey.
Leif Pettersen
Recent stories from Leif
10 lesser-known haunted places around the world
6 min read • Aug 6, 2020
How – and how not – to cross the street around the world
5 min read • Mar 5, 2015
Do leave home without it: stuff you should never take on a trip
5 min read • Aug 12, 2014
You booked a crappy hotel. Now what?
5 min read • Jul 14, 2014
Afterburn: how to salvage a beach holiday after a painful start
5 min read • May 20, 2014
What makes a terrible airport (and what would make an amazing one)
4 min read • May 1, 2014
Historical adventurers way more interesting than you
6 min read • Apr 23, 2014
Best places to have a cathartic breakdown
5 min read • Jun 19, 2013
It rains in the tropics, and other travel buzz-kills
5 min read • May 15, 2013
Packing for a round-the-world trip
3 min read • Jun 7, 2012