Hints and Tips – Page 11 – The Travel Masters

February 26, 2012June 18, 2012

Tips for haggling in the souks

Haggle can be a real asset when we go on vacation. Morocco, Tunis, Dubai, as many souks to discover but also to destinations where the art of haggling will be needed to make good deals. Besides, did you know that in some of these countries, it will be very unpopular enough not to bargain before buying? Although haggling is not an easy task, overcome your fears by following a few golden rules very simple to succeed your shopping during your next vacation.

In all circumstances, be courteous and stay smiling. Bargaining is not done in order to create balance of power. In the souks there is more of a secular tradition conducive to building relationships. Do not show great interest in the coveted object. The seller could easily lower the price. This is also pretending to drop you get the desired price. Remain as neutral as possible! Continue reading “Tips for haggling in the souks”

February 21, 2012May 8, 2017

Tips for avoiding jams on holiday

Nothing like the holidays, this sweet blessed time when you forget all his routine, and where there is agreement a few special moments with family and friends. But the holiday from the start of your home and sometimes the route to your holiday destination is often a source of tension.

To start your holiday off right, take a good start! It is necessary to remember that a good trip can be done only on a good vehicle. So remember to perform all necessary checks before leaving.

To do this, do not think especially being able to hit the road, usually for a long distance after a day’s work. Indeed, the euphoria of the holidays can make you feel unsure of yourself, but your body will not be. Continue reading “Tips for avoiding jams on holiday”

February 16, 2012July 1, 2012

How to avoid scams on vacation?

Finally the holidays, after so many weeks of work, stress and urge to escape. For these moments as expected do not turn into a nightmare, keep in mind these few lines throughout your stay.

First choose your accommodation carefully. Internet is full of very attractive rental sites, at competitive prices, and whose sole purpose is to rip off tourists. Moreover, a growing number of people reserve their rent and send a deposit.

But when they arrive, they fall at best on the said rental already leased to several people or, worse, on the said location totally dilapidated and unsafe, or even in some cases on a ground wave… Without possibility of refund, that is wasted vacation. Continue reading “How to avoid scams on vacation?”

February 8, 2012July 2, 2012

Organize holidays via the Internet

Information, reservations, assessments… Internet opens new horizons and new opportunities to organize your vacation the best possible way.

The major tourist spots
With many tourist attractions, you can now discover your holiday destination in summary, clear and precise. Practical information, what to do before leaving, climate… Many sites tell you everything you need to know before choosing and planning your next vacation!

The bargain
The Internet allows today to book many things essential to good vacation: lodging, rentals, transportation… But even better, thanks to low cost locations, or sales at the last minute, you can find good deals for you provide a holiday experience that you would not even think! Continue reading “Organize holidays via the Internet”

February 3, 2012July 2, 2012

Prepare your suitcase efficiently: the good background and good business

You have the habit of forgetting your business or to redo your suitcase regularly to ensure that you don’t forget anything? Here are 5 tips tested and approved to become a pro of the effective suitcase!

Make a list
This is the best way not to forget anything!
List all items that will help you on spot (toothbrush, flashlight, address book …) and reduce to the point: no need to list your entire wardrobe!

First few days in advance: if your favorite jacket is dirty, you will have time to wash and iron it.

Choose a suitable suitcase
It seems obvious, but … How many people clutter of too heavy bag or too big suitcase! Depending on the time and place of your stay, you will spend the canvas bag to the trolley! Continue reading “Prepare your suitcase efficiently: the good background and good business”

January 26, 2012July 3, 2012

Choosing the right tour guide

A good guide is often a valuable asset during a trip or for preparing your trip… if you have well chosen to start! If I order some books on the internet without problem, I always preferred to go in the radius of a library to choose a travel guide. It is indeed significant in view of providing content to see the quality of the illustrations, the distribution of different sections and the overall direction of the work, etc.. And this little excursion is already as the first step of the journey…

The first question to ask when you are about to choose your guide is what you expect. What geographic boundaries should be covered by (a city, region, country)? What information would you find? What elements are most important to you (addresses and ratings of restaurants, listings of places to visit or fewer sites, but more developed)? How do you travel (rather adventurous and backpack or museums galore!)? The answers to these questions will first make an initial selection of guides among those proposed, – sometimes a good decade for a single destination! Browse them; compare the information for each site and the importance given to each party (lodging, restaurants, tours, descriptions…) to make it your choice. Continue reading “Choosing the right tour guide”

January 18, 2012July 7, 2012

Strikes, work deadlines … beware!

This summer is especially marked by repeated strikes on all fronts and renovation or construction of road involved on major highways. Delayed or canceled flights, air traffic controllers on strike, rail companies exceeded… what next counteract some vacation plans.

First reaction, perspective and take this troubles patiently. If, despite your current eve strikes, you face a spontaneous movement, stay calm in order to remain lucid and responsive, think about your upcoming vacation! Continue reading “Strikes, work deadlines … beware!”

January 12, 2012July 7, 2012

Long distances of departures rather pleasant vacation

The holidays approaching, everyone is already dreaming of his summer holiday: sun, sea, beach, mountains, recreation, relaxation… but before you can laze by the water it will face the goings composition of large going on holiday.

For starters, accept the idea that whatever your means of transportation, you will face in the crowd and this summer heat. So do you organize to make the trip enjoyable and can be ignored for any inconvenience associated with large departures on holiday! Continue reading “Long distances of departures rather pleasant vacation”