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Travel Tip #4 – All-Inclusive doesn’t always mean it’s included.
All-Inclusive doesn't always mean it's included. Often “all inclusive” deals only cover specific meals and drinks. Those drinks that aren’t covered by the package deal can quickly add up and break your travel bank. So [...]
Travel Tip #3 – Always carry a lock
Always carry a TSA approved combination lock. They come in handy to lock your: main travel bag compartment, hotel gym locker or even rental bike. They are a 'backpackers travel mate' especially if you stay in [...]
Travel Tip #2 – Take an extra method of payment
Take an extra method of payment with you. Magnetic Strips stop working, wallets disappear or bank cards just get worn out from abuse! You don’t want to be stuck in a foreign country on the [...]
Travel Tip #1 – Holiday Package Deals
Looking to book a Holiday Package Deal? First check the weather, as you will often find that the discounted package deals are over the Monsoon or rainy season. Particularly in places like Thailand, Zanzibar or [...]
How to get the most out of your travel money?
All travellers regardless of how thick their wallets are would like the Biggest bang for their buck. making your holiday budget stretch further as currency exchange rates not only fluctuate from day to day, but also from provider to [...]
Luggage Allowance Guide
CARRY ON LUGGAGE As a general rule, passengers are allowed to take one bag and one personal item with them onto their flight. As such, there are certain size and weight restrictions to ensure [...]
Luggage Scale
Are you someone that always worries whether their check-in luggage is going to be overweight?I didn't place much importance on the weigh of my travel luggage and had avoided the airline's luggage weight limit penalties or charges until a [...]
Should you pay in your own currency with a credit card?
This rip-off catches out even the most seasoned travellers. You're settling your hotel bill, or paying for your meal at a restaurant, buying some clothes at a shop, or paying for your tours and activities. You [...]
Tips to change the way you cruise
Pack everything you need for your first day in your carry on backpack. The cruise company will generally pick up your checked luggage and bring it right to the ship for you. Convenient, except that [...]
Renting A Scooter in Thailand
One of the best things about going to Thailand is the opportunity to rent and ride a scooter. It is crazy cheap, regardless of your home currency and will cost as little as 200 baht [...]
Travel Tips – Thailand
The best time to visit Thailand is from December to March. Thailand weather can be broken up into three seasons: Rainy/Monsoon (May-Oct), Cool (Nov–Feb), Hot (March-May). If you're plan to spend your days around the [...]
Top 10 Tips to handling a long Airport Layover
Flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights, but despite the savings, many travellers will pay more to avoid the extra time in the airport. I have grown to appreciate a layover to break [...]