Getting out in nature is something everyone can enjoy in the right conditions, but not all camping trips are going to provide a satisfying experience. Unless you’ve prepared for a trip that’s suited for you, you’re not going to get a whole lot of enjoyment out of it. You need to make sure that when you’re camping, all of your needs are being taken care of.
Sure, some might argue that camping is all about roughing it – but it doesn’t have to be. You can spend your time in the woods living in luxury if you want to, so long as you can pack it and bring it with you. Ultimately, the experience you have comes down to how you prepare for it.
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Many of us are ready to take a long-awaited vacation after putting it off for over two years. However, despite not having spent much while being locked inside our homes, inflation is sending the cost of travel sky high.
Traveling on a budget has become increasingly difficult since the cost of transportation, airfare, and lodging has all increased dramatically – made worse by the spike in the cost of feul, since Russian oil was removed from global supplies.
But if you’re really determined to pursue your travel goals this year, there are still ways to afford the cost. If you’re able to manage them responsibly, and within your means, vacation loans are available to cover your expenses. We have compiled four types of loans you can consider.
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They say the best things in life are free, and that definitely holds true for a city like Edinburgh. While many attractions within Scotland’s capital are paid such as visiting Edinburgh Castle, The Real Mary King’s Close, or Camera Obscura & World of Illusions, there are countless ways to enjoy the city for free. So grab your kilt or tartan dress and experience one of Europe’s most visited destinations. With so many free attractions on offer, you’ll have enough money left over to be able to treat yourself to a dram of fine whisky. I now give you some of the top free things to enjoy in Edinburgh.
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We’ve written a lot of different articles on ways to stay entertained while traveling; from staying entertained on road trips, long bus journey’s, and when you’re stuck at the airport because of a killer flight cancellations and delays.
But one of the best places to spend time in an airport is the lounge; beyond the great food, free champagne, and comfy seating, there are often showers, magazines, and free WiFi.
Some lounges come with great inbuilt entertainment – cool games rooms, libraries, a la carte dining, and even spa centers. But some can be downright boring! A restful, quiet space to kick back in a comfy chair with some great food.
If that’s not enough to keep you entertained, here are some ideas for things to do, while still maintaining a respectful, quiet atmosphere for the other travelers who do just want their chair and their food.
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Gambling has taken many forms over the years, from dicing in the streets of Ancient Rome and Greece, to underground gambling houses, horse-racing venues, and these days, online casinos. Though no matter how much online sites lure us on our devices, there are still plenty of reasons to love traveling for a land based casino.
You don’t have to be a gambler to enjoy real casinos, many of them are spectacular attractions for sightseeing (Monte Carlo), ordering a cocktail (Venice), or catching some live entertainment (Vegas). And in many countries like Australia, they are full entertainment complexes, that attract more tourism because of their fine dining restaurants, accommodation, and celebrity life, than iconic attractions like the Opera House or Harbour Bridge.
Whether you gamble, or are strictly off the dice, the following are reasons to love visiting an overseas casino.
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A lot of people might associate beach getaways with sunbathing and relaxing on loungers and hammocks. While this can certainly be an idyllic break for most, others might find this idea tedious.
However, your beach vacation can be full of excitement if you want it to be, and if you’re someone who likes to stay active when they are on vacation, here are some suggestions on the best ways to do it at the beach.
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Digitalization has made it possible for us to store a significant amount of personal and financial information online. As a result, we no longer need to worry about having the right paperwork and documents for travel, making travel even more convenient.
But with every good comes the bad. The more your personal information is accessible online, the more likely you are to become a victim of identity theft.
Identity theft occurs whenever someone else uses your personally identifiable information (PII) without your permission and with malicious intent. You may think that only naive people fall victim to identity thieves, but the unfortunate truth is that even the most cautious individuals are not immune to this risk. So how do you protect yourself?
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If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, you’re probably looking for the perfect one to meet your needs. Needs to be road worthy, road-trip worthy, and able to handle the different terrains and strains of some epic journeys! At the same time, your needs could change over time.
For example, you might be thinking about a roadtrip in something that allows you to extend the bed of your pickup truck. Or, you might be looking for lights you can place near your floor mats. And in the future your travel style, and roadtrip style may change.
There are a lot of options today in terms of truck upgrades, which make it possible to improve your existing vehicle for the next trip you’ll take. Here are some considerations.
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In the world of cryptocurrency, trading bots are built to do the work of trading on behalf of the owner. Which makes them the perfect choice for digital nomads looking to automate passive streams of income.
They automate a customized or 3rd party trading strategy using smart technologies like AI, machine learning, and so on, and this means you can effectively travel, while bots are earning profits for you.
Using their AI and machine learning, trading bots decipher what news is making a social impact and which will highly influence market prices. Generally, you can choose to buy those robots separately as a single software or integrated into crypto exchanges.
Trading bots are profitable as long as you effectively configure them. As a result, they will increase trading efficiency and profitability, also eliminating the possibility of human errors and improve the overall trading speed.
Wanting to put technology to work for you, so you can earn a passive income while you travel? Here are the top 10 best trading robots we recommend you check out in 2022.
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We recently published a post on ‘should you wear activewear when traveling’, and this sparked some debate about what’s appropriate or not to wear on a plane. So in a follow-up post, you can find our best tips on what to wear when flying; what to wear to stay comfortable, while also remaining respectful of other passengers, and not getting kicked off the plane!
There are no universal laws dictating what you can and can’t wear on a plane, and while airline lounges may have dress codes, most airlines are pretty accepting when it comes to the plane.
“As long as you’re not sporting anything that may prevent the aircraft from flying safely, such as a suit of armor or a hoop skirt. – it’s up to the airline to decide what’s OK”. While all airlines will differ in their approach, here are some basic rules to follow.
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On my first trip to Japan at 14, I got permission to take the family digital camera, and went truly overboard with photos. No-one could believe I returned home with … wait for it … 200 photos. Fastforward 20 years and we now take that many on our smartphones in less than an hour!
I got home from that trip, printed my favorites, and pulled out my scrapbook kit (glue, glitter, scissors – the whole thing!), to put together an amazing book of memories. And I’ve not completed a single scrapbook since.
Scrapbooking to preserve our travel memories is one of those things we’d all love to have time for, but unlike our 14 year old selves, as adults it’s a project we don’t have time to even begin. So our photos sit on harddrives, get buried in Facebook feeds, and we never have time to look at them again.
But what if you could finish a digital travel memory book BEFORE you even return from your trip? Something which was already designed for you, with very little time input, but produces an awesome product at the end? My friend Laura has you covered with her “On-the-Go Digital Travel Memory Book TOOLKIT”.
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When people think of camping they instantly think of throwing up a tent on a (hopefully) flat piece of ground, surrounded by nature, engulfed by starry skies, and (hopefully!) without too much wildlife in your food supplies.
But another form of camping is starting to trend, by the edge of the water; on the water!
Whether you keep your boat by the shore and do camp on the coastline, or throw down your anchor with a cabin inside, here are some simple tips for covering the basics of boat camping if it’s your first time.
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It’s something people have strong opinions on – should you wear activewear casually, in public. Should you wear lycra onto a plane? Personally, I’m a fan.
Activewear is the best travel wardrobe ever created, and I’m not ashamed to say it; leggings and a sports bra are the perfect clothes to travel in. It’s called athleisure, and while Paris your gym clothes might spark reactions from certain cliques, I probably think the same of women wearing stilettos to explore as they do of me (though kudos to their pain threshold – seriously!!).
Active wear is built to be comfy, easy to wash, odor resistant, and means you can pack less. Fabrics can take a beating while still looking fresh, and wearing it is practical, versatile and effortless. So when I’m asked ‘should you wear active wear while traveling?’ my response is a resouding ‘Hell Yes!’.
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You might not think that ‘beauty products’ are essential when you travel, but really, most personal care, skin care, make-up and cosmetic products are all described under the same category.
It can be a definite struggle figuring out which products you want to take with you; which to buy in your destination, which to pack in your carryon, and which have the least chance of spilling and making a mess in your bag!
Though there are some which are so practical, multipurpose, and serve your ongoing hygiene, that they become essential to feeling fresh, clean, and stress free.
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Whether you’re moving for a new job, family, or to address your wanderlusting spirit to live a nomadic life, transitioning from tourist to an expat means you’re in for an exciting time.
However, being a tourist is entirely different from living an expat life. Even if your stint in the country is only a year or two, the big move is not without hardship. There are endless things to do and certain challenges along the way. But fear not because the world is now a global village with many individuals constantly moving from one country to the next.
If you speak with any expat, they won’t bombard you with their complaints or lament how hard it is to move. Instead, you’ll hear amazing stories about their journey and how they treasure this opportunity. To make sure your relocation is smooth, check out these helpful tips.
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As we head into summer, more of us than ever are looking to book holidays. If you’re yet to book a break, it could be because you’re stuck with where to go, what to do, or just what you’re looking for from a trip away.
Trying to decide what holiday to go on can feel like a bit of minefield, which is why we’ve put together some quick refresher tips on the important things to consider when planning.
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Despite its popularity, Prague is surprisingly not as touristy as would be expected, sporting a fresh young vibe with many recent renovations such as with the National Museum and State Opera, as well as a bunch of new projects being unveiled since we were all forced into lockdown. Always popular with international travelers, Prague ranks as one of the top ten most visited European cities. Here is just a sampling of some of the best things to see and do in Prague.
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As an active traveler I’m constantly pulling muscles, carrying far too heavy packs on my back, and dealing with stiffness from failed attempts to sleep on a plane. And if I haven’t got sore feet from exploring, it hasn’t been a successful day!
So I’m now a big fan of massage guns, which saves a ton of money on spa treatments while traveling, especially since physical therapists like Bob & Brad have an excellent compact, portable range.
While the smallest massage gun I’ve found to date is the Bob & Brad Q2 Mini Massage Gun, which ranks as a personal favorite, their next massage gun up is the C2. With more power than the Q2, and a bigger body, though still incredibly compact and lightweight, the C2 massage gun is also a fabulous choice. Here is our review.
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Whenever you’re traveling, it’s important to pack all of the essentials. This includes sunscreen, a hat, and your passport, of course, but it also means packing any travel skincare products you might need to build a skincare routine suitable for summer.
If you’re prone to acne, finding the right skin care products to take with you on vacation can be tricky. But don’t worry – we’ve got you covered! Here are our top tips and skincare steps for keeping your skin clear when traveling.
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Land based casinos used to be some of the biggest tourist draws for a country, with whole cities like Las vegas and Macau popping up in the middle of otherwise barren deserts, solely to meet the tourist demand. Though nowadays the online world is challenging the traditional land based experience, and you can cozy up in a luxury hotel room for the same type of thrills.
Live casinos is a relatively new form of gambling which is a hybrid of online gaming and a land based experience; you don’t have to visit the physical site and can log in from your device, though it’s still played with real life dealers, against other real life humans, and the action takes place in real time.
So you could be in Sydney, while playing in Vegas, without having had to pay for (or sit through!) the flight!
If you’re considering trying your luck at a live casino while traveling, or joining a live casino in another country, from home, here are some of our winning tips and secrets.
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No one ever expects to get into an accident, but it happens to millions of people every year. Since the pandemic hit, more and more people are choosing the road over the skies, and many are choosing to drive out from home, preferring their own vehicles over a rental.
North America is an amazing country to travel across, and the vastness of the continent means that even travelers visiting for an extended period of time consider buying a vehicle vs renting. But if you’re roadtripping in a vehicle you own, your credit cards or travel insurance won’t cover your car insurance.
If you’re one of the unlucky ones who does find yourself in an accident, you’ll be glad you have Allstate auto insurance. Here are 5 times when having Allstate will come in handy.
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When it comes to travel essentials, you might not think a massage gun makes the cut. I mean, it definitely makes the ‘nice to have’ list, but is it up there with your passport, phone, and wallet?
Fact: Travel causes muscle pain. If you’ve ever explored a temple complex for 9 + hours, or squished your limbs into an economy seat for the long haul, I’m sure I don’t have to elaborate!
Fact: Massage guns facilitate recovery. And wouldn’t it be great to treat every single muscle group for immediate pain relief while traveling, instead of having to ‘walk it off’ the next day?
The Q2 mini is a pocket-sized portable massage gun with an amazing balance between power and size, breaking up knots and relaxing tight muscles. Compact, lightweight and powerful. For under $100.
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Proper and planning is always a key to a successful adventure. The good news? You have many sources of information these days to help you weed through the different vacation options and opportunities.
Since COVID hit, vacationers have started to yearn for home-like and high-quality vacations. Vacation rentals are now the in-thing, and there are many sources that can help find and book the best.
In one search, you quickly learn more about how you can live like a local, enjoy ample time, and save money.
A vacation rental is a fabulous alternative to a hotel for all of those reasons. They provide a perfect solution for even the shortest stay, giving you access to a well-furnished house, resort-condominium complex, or apartment to spend quality time in and enjoy your holiday. So, how do you find the best vacation rental?
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Mirrors are essential in any hotel, but maybe no mirror is more vital than a full-length mirror. It’s something every traveler looks for once they check-in, and, let’s be honest, it’s inconvenient to dress when you have to rely on a half-mirror that barely reaches your waist.
Here’s where the most incredible total-length standing mirror comes in. They not only enhance the guest experience, but also make it easier for travelers to take, share, and tag you in gorgeous OOTD photos!
There are several styles to pick from, each of which provides utility and form in equal measure. So, dear hotel owners, as an open letter, please start fitting out full length mirrors in your rooms.
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Are you planning to work or live in another country? If yes, then you might be thinking about whether hiring an immigration lawyer is best for you.
Moving to another country can be a tough experience, especially as you often have to go through the complex immigration rules and laws which you may find difficult to settle by yourself. Immigration can entail plenty of paperwork and an in-depth understanding of the procedural bureaucracy of the country you’re moving into. So it’s not uncommon if you don’t want to go through alone.
It’s important to note that the smallest of mistakes in your application can result in unfavorable circumstances such as denials, years-long delays, or even deportation. This makes it a significant challenge for overseas nationals who don’t know anything about immigration regulations.
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