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​Tips to Finding an Online Casino When Traveling

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​Tips to Finding an Online Casino When Traveling

Exploring a new destination, and all the adventure that comes with new sights, sounds, smells, and tastes is energising, and there are plenty of ways to stay entertained. But then there’s the time you spend in transit – actually traveling from point A to point B. And this is a lot less interesting!

There are plenty of ways to stay entertained during your downtime while traveling, especially now that the world has become more connected, and it’s easier than ever to travel with a WiFi connection. You can run with the more traditional passtimes, like reading a book, people watching, or doing airport yoga between the seats, or you can binge watch Netflix, scroll the hours away on social media, or fine tune your casino skills with online games.

Gambling has evolved throughout the world much since the first games of dice in Mesopotamia (modern Iraq) in 3000 BC. And while land based casinos are still a big tourist draw, online games are now also part of the lives of modern day tourists. But with this new online landscape, what are some of the considerations to finding an online casino when you’re moving through countries? After-all, you want the best gaming experience possible, while still safe guarding your money and data.

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10 California Family Road Trip Stops: From San Francisco to San Diego

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10 California Family Road Trip Stops: From San Francisco to San Diego

Thinking about taking a family road trip between San Francisco and San Diego? There are a number of great travel destinations to explore in this region, and no matter what your family’s interests are, there are a huge range of fantastic places to visit.

With so much to see and do, you’ll want to make an itinerary before you pack up the van. Van, you say? There’s truly no other way to take a family road trip in comfort and style, and vanlife has become one of the biggest family travel trends since the pandemic.

Spanning just over 500 miles, there are so many attractions to check out during a San Francisco to San Diego road trip. In fact, you might not even be able to find time for everything!

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Three Simple Ways to Avoid Getting Sick While You Travel

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Three Simple Ways to Avoid Getting Sick While You Travel

If you get to travel, it often means you’re lucky; lucky to have taken the time off work, to have saved up enough for the trip, and sometimes in the case of solo travel, to have convinced friends, family, or your partner, that you’re totally fine alone.

So the last thing you want to do is put a gigantic damper on your good work by getting sick before, during, or after your time away.

We’ve put so much focus on not catching COVID these past two years, that we’ve almost forgotten about the many other common illnesses which you can pick up when you travel if you’re not aware or being properly cautious.

So now that borders are reopening, and we’re all vaccinated and armed against the pandemic, it’s time for a refresh on the basics of avoiding other common sickness.

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Staying in a Hotel VS Couchsurfing: Pros and Cons

Posted by on 11:52 am in Accommodation, Blog, Budget Travel | 0 comments

Staying in a Hotel VS Couchsurfing: Pros and Cons

When we think of all the factors around accommodation, and what we consider when choosing a place to stay, there are a few key things it boils down to: cost, location, safety, and level of comfort.

Staying at a hotel vs Сouchsurfing is the very definition of traditional vs new age accommodation; the sharing economy (couchsurfing) has completely dirupted the travel industry since the early 2000’s, and now there are a huge range of alternatives to the traditional hotel model.

But that’s not to say that hotels have lost their relevenace, in fact, they’re still as popular as ever.

Each of these ‘ways to stay’ has their pros and cons, and neither has to be an exclusive choice / travel style; ie you may decide to stay in a hotel for one trip, and that courchsurfing suits your purposes for another.

Comparing the two and trying to decide which one will suit you? Let’s delve in to see the pros and cons of both options.

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10 Incredible New York Hotels With Balcony

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10 Incredible New York Hotels With Balcony

New York City is famous for many things, but one thing that has always been a draw is the incredible views.

From skyscrapers to iconic buildings to the fabulous green spaces, theaters, yellow cabs, and so much more, there is always something to see in NYC.

Perhaps this is why NYC hotels with a balcony are such a popular choice. If that’s what you’re looking for on your next trip to the city, you’ll certainly have many great hotels to choose from. Here are ten for you to think about.

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Budget Friendly Maldives: How to Keep Costs Down in The Maldives

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Budget Friendly Maldives: How to Keep Costs Down in The Maldives

With over 1,190 islands, Maldives is an island country located in the Indian Ocean to the southwest of India and Sri Lanka.

With its white beaches and turquoise waters, a wealth of marine life, and exotic bungalows perched above the ocean, this is a must visit for luxury honeymooners, and is home to some of the most incredible 5 star hotels in the world.

Maldives can be an incredibly expensive vacation, though things have been improving for budget travelers since 2011, and you can definitely keep costs down if you know how. Traveling to the Maldives on a budget? Use these tips for staying within your budget.

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Casinos to Visit in Manchester

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Casinos to Visit in Manchester

Being home to so many firsts or beginnings, it should come as no surprise that Manchester was due to have the UK’s first mega casino that would rival those found in Vegas. Despite the opinion that a mega casino would generate many substantial benefits including providing jobs and seeing the development of numerous restaurants and hotels, the idea of a giant casino in Manchester was scrapped back in 2008. While there may not be a mega casino in Manchester, you still will find a number of great casinos within the city in addition to UK non stop casino websites that offer even more options when it comes to gambling 24/7.

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Casinos To Visit In Leeds

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Casinos To Visit In Leeds

The UK has seen a great migration of Londoners moving to Leeds in recent years, many looking for a much cheaper and less congested city to live. Leeds has quickly become a flourishing city home to the UK’s most diverse economy. Making up part of this economy are some of the top casinos in the UK. If you’re planning on making a wager while in Leeds, here are the top 5 places to do so.

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3 Tips for Traveling With a Small Child

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3 Tips for Traveling With a Small Child

It’s been an eye opening experience, recently traveling for the first time with our first child. Traveling with a small child in tow is completely different to traveling when you’re alone, as you’re now not only managing yourself, but also the mood, timing, and wellbeing of your new little human.

With disruptions to their routine, young children can very easily become cranky and difficult to manage, but some prior planning can make the journey a lot smoother for everyone.

While I’m sure there will be an ongoing learning curve as we continue to travel with Alexander in tow, the following are 3 tips which came in incredibly handy on our first flight with a 4 month old.

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Best Places to Travel Alone in Europe

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Best Places to Travel Alone in Europe

Most experienced travelers agree that Europe is one of the best destinations for solo travelers, especially those traveling alone for the first time. You can travel between many countries freely without having to deal with borders and customs hassles and many incredible cities can are just a short flight, train, or bus ride from one another.

Getting around most of Europe’s larger cities is a breeze for solo travelers and traveling alone is generally quite safe. There are also plenty of ways to travel throughout Europe on a budget. Europe is ideal for solo travelers looking to connect with other solo travelers, but those looking for a bit of solitude can find plenty of options as well.

Whether you’re after cultural excursions, a seaside getaway, delicious foodie experiences, or historical attractions, there are countless European countries that are perfect for first-time solo travelers. Here are my top five favorites.

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