A Backpacker’s Guide to Enjoying Downtime: Online Hobbies Unveiled
Despite their incessant hunger for adventure, the reality is that travel often involves a lot of downtime even for backpackers, especially when transiting between places. It’s during these periods where you have a choice of catching up on sleep, doing a bit of people watching, or simply allowing yourself to be bored. Alternatively, you can embrace your hobbies or find new ones thanks to technology and the ability to head online from nearly anywhere at any time. If you’re a backpacker looking for ways to fill your downtime during your next travel adventure, here’s a guide to hobbies and activities you can take up online.
read moreFive Must-Have Resources for Solo Travelers
A wide range of handy travel apps have made solo exploration easier, safer, and more convenient/efficient. A smartphone loaded with travel-related apps now acts as a sort of “Swiss Army Knife” to navigate you through the many challenges or aspects of travel. Let’s explore five must-have resources that every solo traveler should consider and some providers who can offer them to you.
read moreHow To Disconnect from the Digital World While You’re On the Go
A digital-detox can provide a refreshing break and help you create lasting memories and cultivate meaningful connections with the people and places you encounter while travelling. It might feel challenging at first, but the rewards in terms of personal growth and enriched experiences can be well worth disconnecting from the digital world. Here are some of best ways or tactics you can employ that will hopefully allow you to limit the amount of time you spend being distracted by the digital world on your next holiday.
read moreActivities to Entertain Yourself During a Road Trip in the UK
To really experience the UK requires planning a road trip which will allow you to fully embrace all the rich history, charming villages, iconic landmarks like its many castles, and the varying landscapes from the Scottish Highlands to the rugged coastlines. Of course with any road trip, there is the dilemma of trying to fill the downtime while driving in-between stops. In order to help keep you and possibly your travelling companions entertained during your UK road trip, we’ve gathered some of our top ways to pass the journey time which focuses on immersing yourself in British culture.
read moreLooking for New Swimwear? These Tips Will Help
Swimwear. We all need something to wear when we hit the pool or beach. But not everyone enjoys the experience of wearing one. Whether we feel self-conscious, or we think that all our flaws are on show, or we just hate the experience of shopping for the right pieces – swimwear can really be divisive.
If you need to purchase new swimwear, you might be wondering how you can find the right bikini or one piece, the style choices are endless which can be a problem in itself! The whole process can seem stressful and overwhelming, especially if you’re heading out on vacation or travelling this summer.
So, with this in mind, I’ve gathered some simple, straightforward tips to help you find the right swimsuit for you. Read on to find out more.
read moreComplete Guide to Philadelphia Shuttle Bus Rentals
Renting a shuttle bus is among the most effective ways to transport a larger group of travelers to their destination safely and reliably. Philadelphia shuttle bus rentals are very beneficial in a variety of circumstances and ultimately simplify group transportation in Philadelphia. Here is our complete guide to renting a shuttle bus service in Philadelphia whether its for a destination wedding, corporate event, airport transfer, or organizing group travel to a big event or festival.
read moreWhat to Pack for an Adventure Holiday
Adventure holidays are all the rage when summer rolls around, and the weather allows you to spend time outdoors. Not only are they incredibly fun, but you can get out into nature and explore and enjoy your surroundings.
If you’ve never been on an adventure holiday before, you may not know what to pack. Fear not; here is a list of all the essentials you will need to have the best possible and most comfortable trip.
read morealoSIM Review: Using eSIM Mobile Data for Travel
When was the last time you tried to claw your SIM card out of its tiny tray? And what are the odds that you had a hard time (and felt super annoyed) while doing it?
For some, swapping out a SIM card is synonymous with traveling abroad, especially for longer periods of time. That tiny pin that’s hard to keep track off gets dusted off and put to use, all to swap in a rarely used SIM for the destination you are headed to. There are many changes (happening very quickly) in the tech space, particularly with smartphones. Among those has been the evolution away from physical SIM cards towards eSIMs.
The technology is still new, and many of us are scratching our heads, wondering if it could ever work for us. And the good news is that yes, it can. eSIMs are something that will make your mobile life so much easier, especially when traveling. So let’s look at what the heck an eSIM is, how you can use it at home or abroad, and why it may work for you and help you stay connected (and avoid pesky roaming fees).
read moreTips for Traveling More Comfortably
Traveling is both exceedingly pleasurable and annoyingly uncomfortable. Whether you are traveling for business or vacation, there are plenty of things that make your experience better or worse.
Depending on the purpose of your trip, there are all kinds of variables that will change your experience on the road. From transportation to clothing you should wear in certain weather, it’s necessary to plan for travel. Below are some tips to make traveling more comfortable, wherever you are going.
read moreTech That Can Replace Your Laptop When Traveling
It’s been a good 20 years since I’ve traveled without a laptop; it comes with me everywhere, and especially since I started working as a digital nomad, it’s now an essential part of my travel gear.
But now that we have access to phones, ipads, and watches that can read our emails, is there tech out there that can replace the need for a bulky laptop, even if you’re an expat, or working from the road?
Here’s an overview of the tech that can replace your laptop when you’re traveling, and the pros and cons so you can decide whether the trade is worthwhile.
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