How many times have you said you’re living vicariously through another’s words, pictures or stories? When are you going to stop living through someone else’s travels and start some of your own? Are you concerned you don’t have the money? Or the time off work? Or are you just dragging your feet waiting to win the Powerball so you’ll have an unlimited supply of both?
Tag: Travel Planning and Tips
When it comes to travel planning and tips, always plan for a smooth experience. Pack wisely, focusing on essentials. Stay organized with a detailed itinerary, and have backup plans for unexpected events—research local customs and weather.
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Air Asia Flying to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The seats are tight for a two-hour flight let alone a 6 and half hour one. I am trying to type sideways because my husband’s broad chest will not allow me to sit and type facing the cockpit. We have no choice. The seats are way too close for comfort. They were constructed to fit the most passengers possible on this huge plane. And there are a lot of folks on this A330 Airbus to Kuala Lumpur, 377 of us to be precise.
PLACES
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Tokyo: Exploring the Biggest City on the Planet
Pickup a map to make sure you are buying the correct ticket or you may be blocked from boarding the train. Having access to all three will make travel easier below ground, but you can get around the city using only the metro, as long as you are diligent and plan accordingly. Like traffic above ground, the trains and the walking patterns run reverse to what you are used to. There are signs to help you if you forget.
TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Effortless Travel Planning: Simplifying Your Adventures
Off-season makes sense for the savings in hotels, airfare and the decreased crowds. However it works for places like Paris. Paris in the Spring is hell on Earth, but in August, you’ll have some popular attractions all to yourself. Deals are plentiful May thru October to Thailand but you may not enjoy your time (or possibly die trying) because typhoons are likely to pop up anywhere.
LIFESTYLE
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11 Observations of a Black World Traveler
Nope, not even close. Although… even though I am NOT rich, I may be the only black person they meet and I want to leave a positive impression. I often feel the need to over tip or otherwise over-compensate for my skin color. Its totally unnecessary because I’m not a hotel pig, I find myself doing things like straightening up the room so the maids don’t see any mess.
PLACES
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How to Enjoy Kid-friendly Amsterdam
When I read that quote, I thought it was a perfect way to explain the “concept” of a city like Amsterdam to someone who hadn’t been there before. I have more than a few friends who thought Amsterdam wasn’t kid-friendly and that I should be given 20 lashes for taking…