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5 Lesser-Known Things to See & Do in California

California is known for its trendy coastal cities, fantastic beaches and climate, and its world-renowned national parks. The state receives hundreds of thousands of tourists a year who come to get a taste of life in the promised land where the American continent gives way to the Pacific Ocean. It would be fair to say that the vast majority of visitors to California tend to stick to well-established tourist routes. As any Californian will tell you with a smirk, this is a massive shame. There are plenty of marvels located far off the beaten track that come close to the…

Plans For Boys When Flying Solo In London

London is a truly fascinating city which offers something for every type of traveler and as I have recently learned it is a great place for solo male travel. When you are traveling alone it is important to ensure that you have plenty of plans and that you know how to occupy yourself and this is why the British capital makes for the perfect destination. I recently spent 5 days in Kingston on Thames and to be completely honest I could have spent 5 weeks there and I would never have been bored. If you find yourself on your own…

How to Record a Google Hangouts Video Call

Google Hangouts is a popular platform for video calls, and loads of people use it to keep in touch with their friends and family – or even hold important business meetings and conversations. However as much as it has lots of features, there is one that it doesn’t have: A way to record video calls. For business users that use Google Hangouts as part of the G Suite’s Enterprise edition there is an option to record meetings via the platform. However most regular users don’t have that option available to them – and need to look at alternatives. Using the…

3 Keys to Your Child’s First Trip

Has the thought of taking your child on their first-ever trip crossed your mind? In the event you answered yes, you want to do your best to make sure you have all the preparations in place. If you do not, what should be a good time can go by the wayside. That said the age of your kid will dictate steps you will need to take ahead of time to make the trip as smooth as possible. So, is your son or daughter ready for their first family getaway? 1. Where Are You Going? Of course the first decision to…

Four Girls Trip Destinations That Won’t Break The Bank

Is there anything more fun than a girl’s trip away? A chance to kick back, relax with the girls and enjoy yourselves doing fun girly things! Whether you love activities, relaxing, partying or a combination of all three, a girls trip is the ideal way to reconnect with your friends, especially if you haven’t seen each other for a while. Unfortunately, a girls trip can prove to be expensive. All those drinks, activities and pampering sessions can really cause the dollars to mount up, and when you add in the cost of hotel rooms, flights and meals, it could end…

Common Sense Safety Tips For When You Travel

Traveling even to the store can be frightening and exciting at the same time. It does not really matter what your destination is as you always have to think about safety. Umberto de Pretto, Secretary General of IRU, gives us some essential, common sense safety tips that will make anyone’s journey a lot happier and safer. Sensibly Select Ground Transportation Whenever you want to take a bus or a taxi, you want to be sure that you check companies in order to be sure that the chosen transportation mode is as safe as it should be. It is always a…

Jonah Engler on How to Avoid Tourist Scams

There are tourist scams that take place all over the world, ranging in their severity. The problem is that tourists appear like naive folk, and they are painted as targets by the scammers, who think that they do not know any better. This does not just happen in far flung corners of the world however, and here in New York we see our fair share of scams which are just waiting for the right tourist. The scams here may at times be more sophisticated, but the result is the same. We caught up with tourism guide Jonah Engler on the…

Prague or Budapest: Where do You Go from Vienna

Prague, Vienna, and Budapest are three of the most popular tourist destinations in Central Europe. The most common route that tourists take when exploring these three beautiful cities is to start in Budapest, move to Vienna, and then to Prague. They are easily connected and several transportation options are available, so moving around won’t be such a hassle. But if you’ve decided to start your trip in Vienna, then this guide is for you. Here you will find a number of ways to travel from Vienna to Prague and Vienna to Budapest to help you decide which route you must…

5 Tips For Going To Mexico With Kids

Going on a vacation to Mexico is something that a lot of Americans do. Since it’s so close to home and often has excellent deals which suit a family’s budget, it makes a fantastic choice. Mexico is known for its stunning beaches, flavorful food, and culture which has a zest for life. It can be one of the best places to go with your family as long as you know the right tips. The best thing to do when you travel with your kids to Mexico, is to pack a personal GPS tracker for your kids to ensure their safety…

Melissa Volitich – How to Find The Cheapest Flights

I absolutely love to travel and alongside my companion Melissa Volitich we have visited over 30 countries. The biggest challenge with traveling is the same for us all, having enough money, and so you must take appropriate action to ensure that you are looking at the best way to make your money stretch as far as possible. One of the biggest expenses which you will have when traveling is flights, but if you are smart, you can find ways in which to make sure that you bag the cheapest flights available. Before you take your next vacation, try these tips…

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