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A Pre Holiday Checklist for First Time Travelers

Posted by on 3:52 pm in Travel Tips | 16 comments

A Pre Holiday Checklist for First Time Travelers

When it comes to planning a holiday, most people aim to tick off the essentials – tickets, accommodation and itinerary. However, in order to truly enjoy a smooth and carefree holiday, there’s a lot more prep work that needs to be done prior to the big departure.

If you forget to pack something like your sun cream or swimming costume, it’s no big deal, as you can simply buy what you need at the other side.

However, if you forget crucial documents or forget to make certain arrangements you could end up with real problems on your hands, which could potentially ruin your holiday. The following are the basics; a pre holiday check list for first time travelers.

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5 Ways To Survive When Traveling In Rougher Countries

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5 Ways To Survive When Traveling In Rougher Countries

Most people follow the Banana Pancake Trail when setting off on their adventures. In other words, they follow the same routes millions of travelers have already experienced. They are playing it safe even if they don’t know it.

Surviving when you’re traveling in rougher countries isn’t the same. You need to approach things differently if you want to stay out of trouble. Let’s look at a few examples to ensure you’ll always be prepared.

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Tips for Traveling with the Whole Family

Posted by on 3:12 pm in Family Travel, Travel Tips | 12 comments

Tips for Traveling with the Whole Family

Taking a trip is supposed to be fun, but travelling with the whole family can have challenges of its own, especially if you have children of different ages.

Making sure everyone is having fun means a lot of compromise, while at the same time you have to ensure that you leave time as adults for your own activities and relaxation.

Trip planning is sometimes difficult, but if you take some simple steps and make the right plans, it can be enjoyable for everyone involved. Here are some tips for traveling with the whole family.

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How to Book Hotels That Match Your Travel Style Perfectly

Posted by on 10:57 pm in Accommodation, Blog, Budget Travel, Travel Tips | 36 comments

How to Book Hotels That Match Your Travel Style Perfectly

One of my biggest pieces of advice for booking a hotel has always been to ask yourself why. And the answer should be beyond the obvious “I need a place to stay for the night”.

Because millions of people are booking into hotels every night. But how many of them are actually getting their choice right?

The solution? Nustay; a new hotel search engine which has 1.2 million hotels at rates cheaper than any other online booking site (seriously). And, by crunching data about your interests, it matches you with hotels which reflect your travel style.

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5 Airlines That Will Compensate You if Your Flight is Cancelled or Delayed

Posted by on 8:55 pm in Blog, Budget Travel, Travel Tips | 22 comments

5 Airlines That Will Compensate You if Your Flight is Cancelled or Delayed

Compensation for delayed and canceled flights is not a new thing. In fact, in many parts of the world it’s actually a requirement that the airline compensates you when they delay your flight.

However just like any other compensation claim, you will have to ensure that you follow the right procedure to increase your chances of getting the money that you deserve.

To help you identify when you might be entitled to compensation, we have put together the following guide, with tips on how to file your claim and the top airlines that compensate their clients for delayed flights.

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Things You Need to Know About the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek

Posted by on 2:32 pm in Adventure Travel, Blog, Expeditions, Nepal, Travel Tips, Writers | 35 comments

Things You Need to Know About the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek

Are you looking for an extreme trekking challenge? Then you’ll love Nepal’s epic 62-kilometer trek to Everest Base Camp which lies 5,365 meters above sea level.

The Mount Everest base camp trek will take you through tiny mountain villages and pine forests, alongside topaz rivers and across staggeringly-high suspension bridges to the foot of the world’s highest mountain. However, with sub-zero temperatures and altitude sickness to contend with this isn’t a challenge for the faint-hearted.

Having completed the trek myself, here are some important tips on how to survive the journey to Everest Base Camp.

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An Overview of Different Travel Bags: Why it’s so Important to Choose the Right Bag for Your Trip

Posted by on 3:01 pm in Blog, Equipment Reviews, Travel Tips | 30 comments

An Overview of Different Travel Bags: Why it’s so Important to Choose the Right Bag for Your Trip

I’m sure every traveler at some stage has found themselves in the situation where they’re stuck traveling with the wrong kind of bag.

Whether it’s trying to lug a suitcase through the jungle and beating the crap out of your wheels (been there), or throwing everything into a hiking pack for a stay at a luxury hotel, a travel experience is often about choosing the right kind of bag.

And there are many different types of bags, which will be suitable for different types of trips. So don’t fall into the trap of thinking any bag will do, because you just need something which will transport your things.

Bags are not sacks. They are not meant to be used as sacks. Bags are painstakingly blueprinted to strike a perfect balance between design and utility, for specific types of trips.

So to avoid committing ‘bags faux pas’, consider the following types of bags, and which will be most suitable for your upcoming trip.

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Are These the Best Jobs in the World? Jobs That Allow You to Travel (Some With No Experience)

Posted by on 2:10 pm in Blog, Budget Travel, Expat Life, Travel Tips | 23 comments

Are These the Best Jobs in the World? Jobs That Allow You to Travel (Some With No Experience)

While there are many careers that will not afford you a care-free lifestyle, or give you the option to work from the comfort of a hammock, in Bali – there are plenty that do (cue the ‘OH. MY. GOSH, no WAY!’)

Check out our list, and maybe quit your job to follow your dreams in 2018!

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How to Keep Your Style on Point Whilst Travelling

Posted by on 10:51 am in Fashion, Travel Tips | 22 comments

How to Keep Your Style on Point Whilst Travelling

Travelling is hard work – there’s no doubt about it. Waiting around, dragging heavy suitcases, keeping hold of your crazy mate who wants to get the party started at 5am at the airport, sitting in very close proximity to complete strangers on public transport and planes – this is why planning what you’re going to wear for this ordeal is important.

Although comfort is top of the list, you want to look stylish too whether you’re heading off for a romantic break with your beau or a wild party holiday with the girls in Amsterdam.

With this in mind, check out these tips on keeping your style on point, whilst travelling this season.

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Dear Nature Enthusiasts & Outdoor Travelers: How to Protect Yourself From Snakebite Overseas

Posted by on 10:42 pm in Adventure Travel, Blog, Eco Tourism, Travel Tips | 35 comments

Dear Nature Enthusiasts & Outdoor Travelers: How to Protect Yourself From Snakebite Overseas

As an avid traveler, if I find myself worrying about something it’s usually something like missing a flight, losing my passport, a hotel not having my reservation, etc. But one thing I’ve never really worried about while travelling is encountering a snake.

Being Australian, I was of course well aware of the sheer number of venomous snakes present throughout my own country. After all, half of the world’s top 10 most venomous snakes are found here. But as a nature enthusiast and avid hiker, my travels have seen me run into snakes in almost every country I’ve been to.

For the traveler who spends time in the outdoors, trying to avoid snakes completely is nearly impossible and in doing so, you would miss out on some truly remarkable places. By protecting yourself against snakebite vs. avoiding snakes, you can enjoy exploring anywhere your wanderlust cares to take you.

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