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Packing a carry-on bag. 16 essential items to pack in your carry-on

16 ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO PACK IN YOUR CARRY-ON

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16 ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO PACK IN YOUR CARRY-ON

16 ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO PACK IN YOUR CARRY-ON

Packing for a trip is not only about technique and maximizing luggage space. It is also about wisely deciding what to place in your carry-on instead of your checked luggage. Continue reading to see why this is important. Realistically, no airline guarantees a 100% perfect service, as we hope. On this account, travel mishaps such as lost luggage, flight delays, and cancellations are actual possibilities because of bad weather, mechanical, or other travel-related issues. This then results in long airport layovers. Regretfully, losing your valuables or inaccessibility to your essential items will be emotionally and financially disadvantageous. Unorganized packing is one of the travel mistakes you should not make. So, what and how should you select the essential items for your carry-on? I will share my top 16 essential items to pack in your carry-on instead of your checked luggage.

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30 travel hacks for a perfect trip

30 Travel Hacks for a Perfect Trip

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30 TRAVEL HACKS FOR A PERFECT TRIP

30 TRAVEL HACKS FOR A PERFECT TRIP

  1. Exploring the globe is one of the most fulfilling things to do on earth. Whether regionally, internationally, or a “staycation,” it can be done with fewer hiccups and costs, using tested and proven tips and travel hacks. Because we all know, nothing in life ever goes as perfectly as we plan. Additionally, there are many things everyone should know about travel to make the journey smoother. Have you ever wondered how some people maneuver their way through travel problems? What tricks or hacks do they use to get out of sticky situations, secure cheaper tickets, accommodation, etc.? I can certainly help with the answers to some of these questions. Please continue reading to find out my 30 travel hacks for a perfect trip.

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22 Travel mistakes you should not make

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22 TRAVEL MISTAKES YOU SHOULD NOT MAKE

22 TRAVEL MISTAKES YOU SHOULD NOT MAKE

Is this your first trip abroad or possibly another routine trip? Whether or not it is, mistakes happen, no matter how often we travel. Therefore, I am a big advocate for detailed planning and preparing for your vacation months in advance. So here are 22 travel mistakes you should not make and how to avoid them in your future travels.

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How to Plan a Vacation with little Money

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HOW TO PLAN A VACATION WITH LITTLE MONEY

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You have big travel dreams, but your travel budget is small or possibly non-existent? How do you eke out an international trip with little money? No problem! I am here to share some helpful tips and step-by-step guidance on how to plan a vacation with little money. The focus will be on overseas travel and not a Staycation. So, continue reading to learn how to plan a vacation with little money like a pro.

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32 weird customs, laws, and gestures worldwide

32 Weird Customs, Laws and Gestures Worldwide

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32 WEIRD CUSTOMS, LAWS, AND GESTURES WORLDWIDE

32 WEIRD CUSTOMS, LAWS, AND GESTURES WORLDWIDE

Many countries have what some people may term weird customs, laws, and or gestures. Depending on where you are from, they might seem somewhat quirky, frown upon, and or punishable offenses.  Additionally, some travellers are unaware of most and can end up in uncomfortable situations.  Therefore, I am sharing 32 weird customs, laws, and gestures worldwide, which stood out most from some of the countries I have visited.  Consequently, they may probably help you to avoid sticky situations when travelling around the world.

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Plan your Europe vacation before BREXIT

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PLAN YOUR EUROPEAN VACATION NOW BEFORE

 

BREXIT and ETIAS 2021

BREXIT/ETIAS COUNTOWN – Now is the time to Plan & Travel to Europe

Many countries in the Caribbean, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East and even the United Kingdom (not part of Schengen zone), do not need a Schengen Visa to travel to the European zone.  We currently enjoy the privilege of visiting these countries visa-free.   Soon, this will change after BREXIT, whether there is a Deal or No Deal BREXIT. What approaches very quickly is BREXIT and ETIAS 2021, continue reading and I will explain.

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Travel day check list 10 things to do before your flight

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10 THINGS YOU MUST DO BEFORE YOUR FLIGHT

10 THINGS YOU MUST DO BEFORE YOUR FLIGHT

The day you have saved (see how to save for your vacation) and planned for is finally here. It’s been a long wait, with your sacrifices now about to pay off.  You might be a bit nervous, but more so excited. However, before you rush off to the airport. There are 10 things you must do before your flight, so that when you have left the house, you will be self-assured that all is well and nothing to worry about.  Before the day arrives, let it be in your thoughts to follow these steps before heading to the airport.

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How to Prepare for an upcoming Solo Vacation

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HOW TO PREPARE FOR A SOLO VACATION

HOW TO PREPARE FOR A SOLO VACATION –

 

 

From Packing to Lift-off

HOW TO PREPARE FOR A SOLO VACATION

I am going to share with you tips and ideas as to how to prepare for a solo vacation…the big day, yes!! the day you can’t wait to ‘gettup outta” your workplace and country. It’s your Solo travel day, and you will want to be well organized before this day arrives. Preparing for this day can be less tedious and less stressful if done right and in advance.  If you have done the drill before, then you just need to follow the usual routine steps and then you are done.  If this is your first trip (see how to save for your first trip) to a new country, alone or with company.  I am going to show you how to prepare for a solo vacation the right way, from packing to lift-off.

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How to Plan a Solo vacation

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HOW TO PLAN A SOLO VACATION 

HOW TO PLAN A SOLO VACATION 

VISA CHECK

The first step in how to plan a solo vacation is to already have an idea as to which countries you will like to visit (see my Destination page for some ideas) and to start the booking process/checks at least 3 months in advance.  What are you looking for, sea, sun, adventure, snow, culture?  Having this in mind, the next step is to do a visa check to see if you need a visa, remember if you do, it will add to your vacation overall cost, no matter how small. 

You then visit Google Wikipedia and check for your country, here you will find all the countries you will need Visa to visit on one list.

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