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5 Reasons You Should Consider Travel Insurance in the USA

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5 Reasons You Should Consider Travel Insurance in the USA

The United States is an exciting destination, and almost everyone on the planet can name something they would love to see and do. This is a country which is so diverse that there is enough to fill the itinerary for many trips. Though whether you’re heading to the States for the achingly beautiful landscapes or a mesmerizing metropolis, one thing will always ring true: it’s essential to consider obtaining travel insurance for your trip.

For those who travel without it, you’ll hear things like “I don’t worry about things which haven’t happened yet”, or “it doesn’t matter if you lose your bags, just travel with things you can afford to replace”, or my favourite, “it’s totally fine – I never get sick”.

And thankfully in most cases, yes, travel goes off without a hitch. Hopefully you’ll never have to understand the value of taking out travel insurance. But, if you have to, you don’t want to regret having brushed off its importance. For that alone, travel insurance is worth considering.

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How You Can Travel Luggage Free

Posted by on 11:41 pm in Blog, Reviews, Travel Tips | 28 comments

How You Can Travel Luggage Free

Despite fantasizing about the day I might become a carry on traveler, I’m not willing to sacrifice my luggage. But dealing with luggage at the airport is a huge inconvenience, and that’s obviously why some people only ever travel with carry on.

It would be so lovely if there was someone who could just take our bags for us and make them reappear on the other side!! Someone who would pick up your luggage from your home or office and deliver it wherever you want it to go.

Surprisingly, that’s not a far fetched dream, as I realized when I read Travel With Bender’s review of Luggage Free.

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Things to Do in Italy This Winter; Ideas for an Unforgettable Winter Break

Posted by on 9:18 pm in Blog, Italy, Travel Tips | 18 comments

Things to Do in Italy This Winter; Ideas for an Unforgettable Winter Break

Many travellers and tourists fall into the trap of thinking that Italy peaks in the summer. However, when winter comes around and the crowds die down there are some truly extraordinary things you can see and do.

Spending winter in Italy may not be something you’ve previously considered, but the country is just as spectacular at this time of year as it is over summer (maybe even more so!). So, take a look at some of the wonderful events and experiences you can attend, making your winter break to Italy unforgettable.

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You Need To Bookmark This New Travel Website Now

Posted by on 12:00 pm in Blog, Festivals, Reviews, Travel Tips | 28 comments

You Need To Bookmark This New Travel Website Now

Many travelers leave home in search of an authentic and immersive experience, and one of the best ways to achieve this is by timing your travel to coincide with local festivals and events.

“Festivals are a living, dancing museum of cultures and traditions in an increasingly globalised world. There is no better place for travelers to understand a country than an event where it proudly celebrates its individuality, whether through music, camel races or monumental food fights.”

Hundreds of small festivals and events take place across the world each year, and our friend Ben Ooi has recently set up a free travel event calendar to ensure you have access to the best information and tips for events all over the world, and never miss out on an important travel event. Check it out and be sure to bookmark this fabulous new travel website now!

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Holiday Gifts For Every Traveler on Your List

Posted by on 12:50 pm in Blog, Travel Tips | 39 comments

Holiday Gifts For Every Traveler on Your List

There is always that one person in your family who is incredibly hard to buy for, however it shouldn’t be the traveler!

In the lead up to Christmas, we have compiled a great list of gift ideas for world travelers, though these will work just as well if there is a birthday or other special occasion coming up too.

And, because memorable experiences are the greatest gift of all, Tinggly is gifting one lucky reader their Essential Gift Collection; a one of a kind choice voucher that lets a person choose one activity from 130+ world‘s best experiences in more than 70 countries. The experiences in the collection range from the highest bungee jumps in the world to massages in the most authentic spas, extraordinary day trips and many more that are added every day. Enter at the end of the post for your chance to win!

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The Best Beaches in Hawaii

Posted by on 2:09 pm in Blog, Eco Tourism, Travel Tips, United States | 36 comments

The Best Beaches in Hawaii

As tropical getaways go, you can’t beat a vacation to Hawaii. As a dream destination with a universal appeal, it’s easy to see why the islands have become synonymous with paradise.

From sugary white beaches to Technicolor coral reefs, and a diverse range of hiking trails and volcanoes for the adventurous soul, Hawaii truly has something for everyone. Though with hundreds of miles of coastline, the islands boast some of the most stunning beaches on the planet, and this is a reason to plan a visit alone.

So to help you in your planning, we’ve compiled a list of the best beaches in Hawaii, and also put the information into a free guide on Pearlshare that you can download for offline use onto your phone.

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Tips for Travelling Fulltime: Things I Learned Fast & Never Forgot

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Tips for Travelling Fulltime: Things I Learned Fast & Never Forgot

Let’s face it – many of us would love to quit our jobs, pack it all in, and spend a few months (or years!) travelling the world.

If you’ve got a gap year, a backpacking stint or even just a few months of exploration in mind, here are my tips.

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Things to Do in San Diego

Posted by on 2:27 pm in Travel Tips, United States | 4 comments

Things to Do in San Diego

Best known for its beautiful beaches and parks and its near-perfect weather, San Diego is a popular destination along the southern Californian coast. With opportunities for wildlife viewing as well as a range of cultural, natural, and historic attractions available, you’ll never be at a loss for things to do.

Following are some of the best things to do on a trip to San Diego. The best part is that you won’t have to travel far each day. Each attraction is located near San Diego’s best hotels.

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5 Websites Which Will Save You Money While Travelling

Posted by on 11:30 pm in Blog, Budget Travel, Travel Tips | 32 comments

Travelling can sometimes be a costly affair. Paying for flights, accommodation, insurance, souvenirs, activities it all adds up. But thankfully there are many websites out there that allow us to save money when it comes to booking travel.

Here are just 5 ways you can save money, whether you’re planning your travel route or already on the road.

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Use Flexiroam X for Free Mobile Data when Traveling Overseas

Posted by on 9:51 pm in Blog, Budget Travel, Travel Tips | 36 comments

Use Flexiroam X for Free Mobile Data when Traveling Overseas

If there’s one thing most of us expect nowadays it’s a reliable internet connection, and having access to mobile data is perhaps even more important for those who travel. That connection means access to information, money, and methods of communication when you find yourself in a foreign land. It’s how we organize everything from where to eat to finding a route to the hotel.

Mobile data has become such an integral part of our daily lives that most of us would be lost without it. Though international roaming can be ridiculously expensive, so staying connected overseas usually means hitting up a local café, finding an insecure public hotspot, or buying a local sim.

Thankfully, companies like Flexiroam are starting to step in, offering a data roaming solution that lets you earn free data before you travel, helping to avoid huge roaming fees when you’re overseas.

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