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Things not to do when traveling abroad

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The entire world over, so they say. But are we really sure that this saying is true? Of course not. Each country has its own traditions, languages, cultures, tastes, smells and colors. And above habits and behaviors that do not always go well anywhere.

not to do when traveling abroad

To draw up a list of things not to say or what not to do when traveling abroad, here we summarized some points that should be avoided in some parts of the world not to have issues with the local people. It ranges from simple gestures to completely distorted habits elsewhere, like the one to tip in Japan, a real insult to the Japanese.Read More »Things not to do when traveling abroad

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Golden Rules for Planning an Extended Trip

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Some trips last just a few days, while others can be months or even years. If you plan to spend a long time traveling, you might choose to hop from place to place. However, sometimes your journey might take you to one location for an extended period. Perhaps you want to experience somewhere in-depth, or you have to go on a business trip. Whatever your reason for staying longer, planning a lengthy stay is a little different to only sticking around for a week or two. There are a few things to keep in mind, including the things below.

planning extended trip

Budget Your Trip
A long trip is obviously going to cost you more, so budgeting for it is essential. There are lots of factors that could affect how much you need to spend. If you stay with a friend or family, you might not have to think about accommodation. You’ll have to consider how you’re going to eat while you’re there. Will you eat out for most of your meals or find somewhere with cooking facilities? You also need to consider how you’re going to get there and how to get around. If you’re going on a business trip, you may still have to think about your allowable expenses.Read More »Golden Rules for Planning an Extended Trip

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Drive Down The Distance Very Easily

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We all have experienced different modes of travelling and the most comfortable mode of travelling for short distances are definitely car drives. More than the travelling comfort we have a safe feeling and a control over our time. We don’t have to be worrying about somebody controlling over our time and comfort.

travelling short distances

There are people who are crazy behind driving and they drive long distances and enjoy driving down wherever they go. Depending on whether it is leisure or business trip the mood of travelling differs. Family trips are more comfortable in bigger cars and if you are on a business trip travelling for quite a long period of time then luxury comfort cars should be preferred. Time management can be perfectly done with the travel that is done using car as the mode of travel. Read More »Drive Down The Distance Very Easily

Disney Dream

Disney Dream, the best cruise ship in 2015

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If you’re wondering, you know that the largest cruise ship in the world is the Allure of the Seas, 255,282 tons to 362 meters in length, for an “error” of construction is longer than 50 mm twin sister, the Oasis of the Seas.

Disney Dream

But not always size matters, and not always large or long goes hand in hand with better, at least according to those of Cruise Critic , a site that collects reviews of people traveling by cruise. So a species Advisor of the seas, in the choice of the winners, as these are voted on by members of the community.Read More »Disney Dream, the best cruise ship in 2015

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Packing for a tech savvy travel experience

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The tech markets are always abuzz with action. Whereas some manufacturers are busy experimenting with underwater vehicles to make your Caribbean travels more exciting, some are actually producing some special travel centric tech products that you’d not want to miss. Whether you wish to pack for a relaxed weekend with lots of gaming at luxurious and fully loaded Ibiza Summer Villas, or want to head off to seclusions of Alps, these products stake claims to your attention.

tech travel experience

The August Smart Lock – remote controlling access to your home, car, and whatever
How about remotely controlling the locking and unlocking of your house’s main door for your home help, while you are away on a tour? With the August Smart Lock, the technology used by the leading financial institutions in the world is packed into a lock which can be controlled via an application resting on your Android and iPhone devices. This is a keyless entry system that continues to be compatible with single cylinder deadbolts. Settings and access controls can all be managed through the application associated with the device. What’s more, if your smartphone is stolen, all you need to do is to visit the August.com website and disable authentication from there. Though technically something that you’d not pack into your travel suitcases, this gadget is a must have for the techy traveler. Read More »Packing for a tech savvy travel experience

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Where and when to see the Northern Lights

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The Aurora Borealis is evocative of a spectacular granted to a relatively high number of lucky. The same people who with patience and determination after enduring the cold, are “rewarded” by chromatic nuances that make the special sky. It is never guaranteed to be able to witness this phenomenon, but certainly better to carefully choose the place where to avoid waiting a certain disappointment.

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When you see it?
The period is rather large and is between late autumn and early spring, to be precise between the two equinoxes. For months in which it is easier to be able to attend the event, because its increase the hours of darkness, including mostly between 18 and one in the morning. To prevent the mercury drop too, might be a good idea to start between September and November, but even after if you feel because by December snow increases and the polar nights, mainly from parts of Norway. Sometimes auroras appear for several days and continuously, on other occasions, however the sky is still dark with no gradation. Let’s say that you still need a bit of luck.Read More »Where and when to see the Northern Lights

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When choosing an apartment and a hotel in Barcelona when traveling?

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Barcelona is one of the European cities which receives more visitors annually is undeniable, hence that has a wide range of hotel or apartment facilities to meet the accommodation needs. Thus, there is an extensive network of hotels, inns, hostels, guesthouses or apartments.

choosing apartments in barcelona

They offer a number of advantages when it comes to stay but in recent years has experienced significant growth in demand for tourists who prefer to opt for the apartment barcelona.

Whenever we go on a journey and we have to look for accommodation we face the same question: what is better, an apartment or a hotel? There is no single answer to this question. The right choice depends on how we are, how we want to enjoy the stay and what we need.Read More »When choosing an apartment and a hotel in Barcelona when traveling?

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Flying during pregnancy, until may a pregnant woman?

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They call it “the sweet waiting”, but then actually not all pregnant women want or can remain in sweet doing nothing for nine months. Consider then that many who need to move, to travel, for business or for leisure, with the plane. The question that then arises is: to what stage of pregnancy you can travel by plane?

flying during pregnancy

If you ask anyone and the network is full of forums and tips on travel at high altitude during pregnancy. Here we describe all the things that you need to know for pregnant women who face a trip by plane.Read More »Flying during pregnancy, until may a pregnant woman?