Simple Alternatives To Eating out While on Vacation

Staying healthy is a difficult thing to do when you are traveling. As we all know, tasting new cuisines is one of the best parts of traveling but it is still important that you keep your health in check. The best thing that you can do is to try and limit the amount of times that you eat out when you are traveling. With that in mind, here are some of the simple alternatives to eating out:

·         Have a picnic.

One of the best ways to skip eating out is to have a picnic in a beautiful park or garden. This is a great way to explore the city that you are in without having to eat at restaurants. Just simply buy sandwiches from a local shop and you are good to go!

·         Skip hotels.

If you wish to eat healthy, skip hotels and opt for vacation rentals with a kitchen. In this way, you can be able to prepare your meals and you will be rest assured that what you will be eating is healthy for you. More than eating healthy, staying in vacation rentals will also allow you to live like a local.

·         Pack healthy snacks.

You do not have to eat out at all times. There are times when it would be better if you will pack some healthy snacks that you can munch on while you are on tour. Some of the healthy snacks that you can pack include protein bars, fruits, trail mix and many more. Packing snacks will not just help you to keep healthy. It will also allow you to save money especially if you will be heading to pricey tourist attractions.

·         Visit the grocery.

If you wish to eat healthy, you should skip the restaurants and visit the grocery instead. This is because groceries offer fresh produce that you can take advantage of if you wish to eat healthy. Lucky for you, cities all over the world have grocery stores in almost all corners of their streets so you will not have difficulty finding one. Just simply google a healthy recipe then head to the grocery store to buy the ingredients that you will need. This is recommended only if you will be staying in a room with a fridge.

When you are on vacation, you will surely be tempted to eat and when you eat out, you will not have control over what you eat and how much you eat.  That is why it is important that you try as much as possible to avoid eating out during your trip. The tips mentioned above will help you to eat healthy during a trip.

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Secrets that Vacation Rental Owners Don’t Want You To Know

Looking and finding the best vacation rental is not as easy as you think. For sure, you will encounter many difficulties along the way. In addition to that, there is a great chance that you will be dealing with scammers. In addition to that, you may also find it hard to deal with property managers and owners.  If you wish to make sure that your first time vacation rental experience will be a success, here are some of the secrets of vacation rental owners that you should know about.

·         The longer the stay, the more you can be able to negotiate.

Whether they admit it or not, property owners prefer dealing with clients who will be staying for longer time than dealing with many clients that will stay just for a short while. Why? Well, that is because they do not like dealing with the hassles that come with check in and check out process. Because of this, you can use the length of your stay to your favor. If you will be staying for more than a week, you will be in a much better position to negotiate rates and discounts.

·         They love referral guests.

As they say, the best (and most affordable) way to advertise is through word of mouth. That is why rental owners love guests who refer their friends to them. If you have fallen in love with a vacation rental, tell the manager or the owner that you will be referring it to your friends (and do that!). Tell your friends to say your name when they check in so that the owner will know that you have kept your promise. In this way, you can be able to get discounts and plenty of favors for your next stay.

·         They know you even before you talk to them.

You do not know this but property owners keep a close track on their marketing. That is why there is a high possibility that they know your location, the keyword that you use when researching them and the browser that you use even before you talk to them.

·         Rentals with more online exposure provides the best vacation experience.

The bigger the online presence of the property is, the more beautiful the vacation experience it gives. If you wish to find the best vacation rental, you have to look for the ones with great online exposure.

Vacation rentals have become popular the past few years. This is all thanks to the amazing benefits that they provide the tourists. If you wish to jump in the bandwagon and enjoy the benefits of staying in a vacation rental, we recommend that you keep in mind the vacation rental tips that we have provided above. 

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Anyone who has an elaborate beauty routine will surely have some problems when they plan to go on a trip. In addition to the long hours they spend in their beauty routine, it will also be difficult for them to bring their beauty products to their trip because of the luggage restrictions in the airport. Well, here are some of the ways on how you can solve that:

·         Ditch the heat styling products.

If you are the type of person who likes styling their hair, you would be tempted to bring styling products. However, these products will take too much of your luggage space. If you would like to curl your hair, opt for elastics. They will produce the same result minus the bulk.

·         Get some eyelash extensions.

The best way to look good while traveling is to apply some eye makeup. As a great substitute for this, we recommend that you get an eyelash extension instead. Eyelash extensions are very easy to care for an may last up to 6 weeks. When you have these extensions on, you do not have to bring eye makeup and mascara and you can save on luggage space.

·         Opt for department store samples.

The next time that you go on shopping for beauty loot, we recommend that you ask the staff for any samples they might offer you. This is highly recommended especially if you will be buying plenty of beauty products from them. Just simply keep all these beauty product samples then bring them on your next flight. In addition to the chance of having to try a new product, you can also get to save bulk and space in your luggage.

·         Avoid liquid beauty products.

As much as possible, you should opt for powdered versions of beauty products. We all know that liquid beauty products are a lot easier to apply but they can also be messier when they get broken and we all know that there is a high chance of that happening when you travel. Instead of a spray deodorant, opt for a powdered one. Instead of liquid eyeliners, opt for solid eyeshadows. Instead of using a lip tint, opt for a lip stick. Instead of a BB cream, opt for a compact powder. This is an easy thing to do since there are plenty of solid makeup products available today.

You will surely be tempted to bring plenty of beauty products while traveling. However, the luggage limit of the airlines will surely prevent you from doing so. If you wish to look good without going beyond the baggage limit, then you should keep in mind the travel beauty tips that we have mentioned above for your next trip. 

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How To Enjoy Spring Break on A Budget

Every college student needs to take a break from time to time and taking a spring break is just what they need to do to get a breather. However, many students shy away from going on a spring break because of the small budget that they have. Lucky for you, we have some amazing tips on how you can enjoy your spring break without breaking the bank. These are as follows:

·         Go for the road less traveled.

When you think of spring break. You will surely think of the trendiest and hippest destination in the world. But as we all know that when there is hype, there will surely be high price. For your information, you do not have to travel far and long just to enjoy a memorable spring break. Just do some research and you will be amazed at how many hotspots you can come across with that are a lot more affordable and fun than the popular spring break destinations that you can think of. Be open minded and you can surely be able to save money.

·         Opt for hostels.

Spring break doesn’t always mean that you should stay in the hippest hotels. In fact, it does not mean that you should stay in hotels. If you are on a budget, we highly recommend that you opt for hostels instead. For sure, the idea of sleeping beside strangers will not be acceptable for you. But staying in hostels is a great way for you to meet people and save money along the way.

·         Rent a bike.

If you wish to go around your destination, you would surely want to ride in a taxi but that means that you have to shell out huge amounts of money if you do so. If you wish to opt for a more affordable method of transportation, we recommend that you choose to rent a bike instead. In addition to saving money, you can also be able to enjoy more sights plus you get to exercise too!

·         Use your student discount.

The best thing about being a college student is that you can use your school ID to get amazing discounts and these discounts can be a big help if you wish to save money on your spring break. Just simply show you student ID and you are good to go!

Many people think that going on a spring break means that they have to break their piggy banks or spend their savings for a year. Well, that should not always be the case. In fact, you can save money for your trip when you take advantage of the tips mentioned above on your next spring break. 

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Summer Beauty Tricks

Sun, sand and water—these are the perfect ingredients for an amazing summer trip. However, these three can also be the perfect ingredients in making your skin look lifeless, your hair look dull and your face look exhausted. To prevent that, you have to know some of the beauty tips that you can use for your next beach trip. Here are some of the perfect tips for you:

·         Change your sunscreen.

Applying liquid sunscreen or sunscreen lotions is one of the most common way to protect your skin from the sun but the texture of such products can make you feel sticky all over. Plus, the lotion can be easily washed away when you take a swim. How do you solve that? Simple. You just have to simply use a powder sun protection. The first thing that you need to do is apply the usual sunscreen. After that, retouch the protection with the use of a sunscreen powder. This product will feel very light. Plus, it helps to absorb any excess sweat or oil that your skin may have, allowing you to look fresh and feel comfortable without the sticky feeling.

·         Use dry shampoo.

This is a common beauty trick but many beach goers are still not doing it. If you are one of those people who haven’t yet tried using dry shampoo, then  it is about time that you discover what the hype is all about. If your hair has already been weighed down by sweat due to long hours of sunbathing or playing under the sun, using a  dry shampoo is the best way to restore its former glory. Without having to go to the shower, you can get rid of the sweaty smell and make your hair smell fresh.

·         Apply deodorant at bedtime.

For sure, you are applying your anti perspirant in the morning (just like many of us). But studies show that applying deodorant before you sleep will yield better results. This is because it provides the aluminum based compounds time to block the sweat glands. If you wish to feel fresher, you can add one coat of anti-perspirant in the morning.

·         Have hot nails.

If you wish to stop people from taking a look at your sweaty face and body, then create a distraction by showing off beautiful nails. Make sure to visit your manicurist before you head to the beach.

If you are planning to visit the top beaches in the world, you should do more than save money for your trip. You also have to find a way on how you can make yourself look as gorgeous as possible during your beach trip. The beauty tips mentioned above are just what you need to solve your summer dilemma!

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Social Media Safety Tips To Keep in Mind When Traveling

When you browse your Facebook and other social media sites, the most common things you would see are pictures of people on the beach having fun or a picture of the Eiffel tower. Yes, people love to share their trips in social media. While sharing some information and photos of your trip has become quite common, there are some social media tips to follow when you are on a trip. Here are some of them:

·         Slow down on the posting.

This is the first social media tip that you should keep in mind. Sure, a picture of you having some drinks by the beach may make your profile look more cool and inviting but it may spell danger to you and to your family members and even your home. Why is this so? If you will post photos real time, then you are telling everyone that you are in a faraway land having some fun and this will also tell criminals that there is no one at your home and that they can enter it and grab everything they can and you can not do anything about it. The next time you are tempted to post photos of your trips,  think about this scenario. That may be enough to put some sense into your head.

·         Establish some rules on how much you should share in social media.

In the event that you cannot prevent yourself from posting on social media while you are away, the best thing that you can do is to be sensible about what you post. You can surely share photos of your food but do not check in at the restaurant where you are eating. Switch off the add location option to your tweets and IG posts. Once you have established the rules, tell all of your family members (if you are on a family trip) to stick to the established rules.

·         Disconnect from Foursquare.

If you are connected to Foursquare, your location will automatically be updated everytime you post a status or share a photo. Turn it off so people won’t know where you are or that you are on a vacation.

There is no denying it—technology has become a great part of our daily lives. While technology can help us go through our daily activities, it may also be the cause of our harm if we will not use it wisely while we are on our trip. Keep in mind the social media safety tips mentioned about so you can stay safe while traveling. 

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How To Save Money While Planning your Trip

Planning for your trip can be fun but it can also be stressful if you have limited budget. If you have already given up hope that you can be able to travel affordably, we are here to help you out. For your information, saving money starts during the trip planning. To do that, here are some of the tips that you should know about:

·         Buy less stuff.

This is most probably the simplest tip of all time. Many people tend to buy too much things before their trip. They would buy clothes, bags and many more. Instead of spending your hard earned money on material things, we recommend that you save it for something more meaningful like traveling. The next time you are tempted to buy stuff for yourself, think of the places that you can visit and the experiences that you can enjoy using that money.

·         Open a bank account that is designed for travel.

There are some bank accounts that will charge you high fees when you do withdrawals abroad. These bank accounts are not recommended if you plan on traveling abroad. In addition to this, it is also best that you opt for one that will allow you to withdraw many times during the day. To avoid the fees, it is recommended that you look for a bank that will not have high fees when you withdraw. Once you have found that bank, deposit your travel funds (and some extra money) in that bank account so you can enjoy withdrawing your money when you are abroad.

·         Rent out your place.

If you want to earn money while you are traveling, it would be best if you will rent out your place. When you do this, you can be able to offset the amount of money you spend on your trip. In the event that you live near a tourist destination, then there is a high chance that you would even earn money from it.

·         Consider wifi to go.

If you plan to travel to places like Japan and Europe, you may wish to consider renting little mobile routers that are available in these places. These offer a lower per-day fee than using mobile data abroad. This option will also protect you from high roaming fees.

We cannot deny the fact that traveling is fun but it can also be expensive. Because of the high rates that hotels and airlines charge, it may seem impossible for many to enjoy travel in the most affordable way possible. That is not true. In fact, there are many tricks on how you can save money when traveling and these include the tips mentioned above.

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How To Get Free Domestic Flights For A Family of Four

Many people see credit card as a means to spend more money and a tool they can use to spend unreasonably. For your information, there is nothing wrong in using a credit card. In fact, it can even be beneficial for you, if you know how to use it to your advantage. If you are planning a  family trip, you will be happy to know that you can use this to get free flights for your family. Here’s how:

·         Shop through airline portals.

When you buy tickets from airline portals, you can be able to earn an average of 3 -4 dollars per dollar you spend on their site. Just simply sign up using your frequent flier number then make the booking.

·         Get an airline credit card.

One of the best ways to collect miles is to use credit cards that are in partnership with airline companies. If you sign up with a travel credit card, there is a high chance that you will be provided with 25,000 to 50,000 miles which is equivalent to a domestic flight for 1-2 people. If you and your wife will get this credit card, you can be able to cover up the flights for the four of you.

·         Sign up for airline newsletters.

Take a look at the websites of the airlines that you wish to fly with. In their websites, you can be able to find a way on how you can sign up for their newsletters. It is best that you sign up with them as their newsletters contain all the details about their mileage promotions and deals. In this way, you can be updated on how you can earn more points and mileage that you can use for your next trip.

·         Be resourceful.

If you are not yet aware about it, it is about time that you understand that different airlines offer different ways on how you can earn miles which you can use to fund your flights for free. Because of this, it is recommended that you look for current offers and deals that the airlines have. You will be amazed at how creative the airlines have become so you have to be resourceful about looking for those deals too. Just simply get creative and you will definitely get those miles!

When traveling with family, tourists usually prepare high amount of money to finance the trip. After all, you will be traveling with children so you are bound to shell out huge amounts of cash, right? Well, that does not have to be the case. With the proper resources and right knowledge, you can be able to enjoy a budget friendly family trip. In fact, you can get free flights if you will take advantage of the tips mentioned above. 

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Packing Guide For The Lazy Woman

Any traveler would be excited to research about their destination, make the bookings, find the perfect travel companion and even, save up for their trip. But if there is one thing travelers do not like doing, it is packing! This is most especially true if you are the type of woman who are too lazy to dress up. If you are one of these women, here are some tips to help you pack:

·         Shift dress

Other people may call this the throw-on dress and for good reasons! This is probably one of the most versatile pieces of clothing that you can ever throw into your suitcase. This is very comfortable to wear and very easy to style (that is two things you can never say about all the other dressed that you have, right?). You can pair this with a strappy sandals during the daytime while you are touring around. At night time, you can just simply put a statement necklace on or wear stilettos and you can already go partying.

·         Denim Cutoffs

You do not have to dress up just to look sexy and fashionable while traveling. As they say, the simpler, the better. If you will be going to somewhere sunny, you can choose to dress down and wearing denim cutoffs is surely the best way to go! You can pair this with graphic tee and sneakers during the day and pair it with a dressy top and a pair of stilettos for a fun night out.

·         Track pants

This is the most comfortable piece of clothing that has ever been invented. With this fashionable piece of clothing, you can go out feeling as if you are wearing your pyjamas while looking chic and stylish as ever. If you will be on a long flight, you better pair this with a tank top and an oversized pullover. If you will be wearing this on a  city tour, better pair it with lace or satin camisole. You will surely look gorgeous without exerting too much effort.

·         Maxi dress

This maxi will make you look all dressed up without making too much effort. No beach trip will ever be complete without this one! If you wish to look trendy, we recommend that you opt for one with a graphic pattern that will surely make you stand out in the crowd.

Packing is already hard enough but it is a lot harder for the lazy traveler. If you are one of those women who love to travel but are too lazy to pack or dress up, then the packing tips that we have mentioned above is for you. These tips will make packing a lot easier for you!

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Travel Hacks To Keep in Mind Before A Trip

Planning for the trip is one of the most tedious activities you can ever do. This is most especially true since how well you plan your trip will dedicate how perfect the trip will be. Because of this, it is important that you do some research about your trip. To help you out, here are some of pre-travel hacks that you must keep in mind:

·         Take advantage of food containers.

Keep in mind that food establishments in the airport offer only processed and fastfoods. If you wish to stay healthy during the trip, it is important that you bring some fresh fruits and other healthy snacks with you and the best place to store these fruits is in a plastic container. This type of food container will help maintain the freshness of your snacks and it can protect the fruits from damage as well. Additionally, it is very easy to place in your hand carry without any hassles.

·         Change your bed sheets.

You may be wondering why this is considered to be a travel hack. While this may seem like a weird thing to do before your trip, this tip would come handy when you go back home. Make sure that you wash your linens the morning or the night before your trip so you can go home to crisp and clean sheets allowing you to have  a good rest after a long and tiring trip. This would ensure that you will be productive post-vacation and will allow you to sleep well despite some cases of jet lag.

·         Create a to-do list.

Create a to-do list of the things that you will have to do not before you go on a trip but upon arriving from your trip. This is very important as having a list will allow you to see what important things you need to be done. It will help to motivate you to be productive after your trip and will help you to shake off those post-travel blues that many travelers are experiencing. This is one great way to be productive even after spending a few weeks in paradise.

·         Take out the trash.

It is important that you take out the trash before you go on a trip. When you allow the garbage to stay inside your house for days, you will surely not like the smell of your home that you will come home to.

If you wish to enjoy a stress-free vacation, then you must prepare for your trip well. Keep the travel hacks mentioned above in mind so you can be able to make the most out of your trip. 

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Travel Money Do’s and Don’ts

Spending more than what’s expected is the very least you want to happen after your most awaited European city hopping.  Careful budgeting is necessary which often includes big-ticket items such as airfare, hotel, car rental, and tourist attraction tickets. But the trickle doesn’t stop there, minimal costs of cell phone charges, bank fees, and housekeeping tips can be pretty high once you computed the final price.

It’s important to let your bank know that you will be travelling out of the country. Technological innovations in modern banking can easily detect any suspicious and fraudulent activities on debit and credit cards. Paying your overnight stay at a vintage chateau in Florence using your credit card might be useless since your bank might think that some other person is using it.

Always bring a sufficient cash in hand before reaching your destination. Withdrawing money from an ATM overseas is a risky move. Firstly, it’s difficult to find a machine that can read your card. Secondly, syndicates use ATM machines to scan and copy your debit card details. Finally, don’t underestimate the fees these ATM machines are charging you.

You have to plan your means of transportation from the airport to the hotel, and vice versa. Taxis are the most convenient and ergonomic way of reaching your hotel. But, they don’t come cheap and you are required to stand in long lines. Though buses are available, it could be a hassle to transfer from one point to another knowing that you are unfamiliar to the place and you have lots of heavy baggage. Make it a point to coordinate with your hotel if they are offering any shuttle services to pick you up in the airport. Most hotels have that amenity especially to foreign customers and you just have to add a couple of hundred bucks.

Don’t overlook your mobile phone usage. If it’s not necessary, avoid making overseas calls. There are plenty of ways to stay connected no matter what part of the globe you are without having a thousand dollar cellphone bill. All you need is an internet connection and you can instantly send messages using chat applications. It’s fast, efficient, and doesn’t cost a thing. You can even send pictures or make a video call for free, unlike when you use the service of your mobile provider.

Be familiar about the local currency. This way you will know if the price of an item you’re planning to buy is worth it or a little over the top. Traveler’s check is not ideal to bring anymore. The amount needed to fund those doesn’t come cheap yet barely anyone accepts them anymore.

Most importantly, always keep your valuables secured and never leave them unattended. Trust me, it’s difficult to lose your passport or wallet with all your valid ID’s when you’re far away from home. Another important rule, never use public unsecure connections whenever making financial transactions on your laptop or smartphone. If you must use public computers, make it a hobby to wipe out the browsing history and cache once you logged off.

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