Done Thailand? Nope! You haven’t. Don’t get me wrong. You might’ve been here before and explored the southern islands. But have you really tracked down all regions of this mesmerizing country? Spots where smiles are genuine, specks that brighten up even Thailand’s map? I know, with its 38.27 million tourists that visited the Land of Smiles in 2018, this nation feels as though vacationers have peeked in everywhere. The corner of the … [Read more...]
Iceland: Island of Fire and Ice
Raquel was a nature and outdoor adventure enthusiast, always looking for the next mountain to climb or river to raft. For her 25th birthday, a close group of friends decided to surprise her with the trip of a lifetime and buy her tickets to Iceland. The island of fire and ice had always fascinated Raquel, and it was a dream to have the chance to travel there. In addition to the travel itinerary, her friends made sure to rent a photographer … [Read more...]
Tips for Staying Safe and Secure in College
College or university life is really exciting for most students. It gives the students the much craved independence. You stay away from home and can basically make your own decisions. However, this life is not all roses. If not well handled, it can ruin your entire life. Also, there are security concerns that come with being in college. The truth is that not everyone around us has good intentions. You need to take more precautions to … [Read more...]
Travel Smartly with Revolutionary Gadgets & Devices
Modern technologies make our life easier; traveling is not an exception in this regard. Thanks to modern technologies and the Internet, you can see the map of a city or a country without any problems, find out where you can have dinner, where to rent a room, and find the sights of a country long before the trip. Thus, you can create a travel route without haste and order an e-ticket for the plane. What is more, digital solutions will help you … [Read more...]
Cruising the Fjords of Patagonia
Few places around the world evoke as much myth and awe as Chile’s Patagonia region. The mere name conjures imagery of pristine wilderness and raw nature, of stunning scenery and awe-inspiring mountains. This is where land meets sea, where ocean currents are funneled through narrow gorges opening to cavernous bays, where innumerable fjords and glaciers carve through rocky massifs. Surrounded by only water for thousands of kilometers in three … [Read more...]
The Evolution of Travel
Travel has changed so much in the past few years - during my latest trip abroad, this time to Myanmar, some of these changes were quite noticeable. Long gone are the days of Internet cafes where one would see travelers hunched over keypads staring at klutzy box like computer screens - often in the mornings or evenings after spending the day sightseeing. Today one is more likely to see one staring at a mobile phone - with travelers having … [Read more...]
Road Trip Part 4: The Salton Sea and Grand Canyon
In my early days of back-to-back cross-country road trips, my knowledge of photography was lacking, and my equipment was limited to a subpar cell phone camera. I have since learned the value of a good DSLR or mirrorless camera, as well as the versatility of a drone in capturing travel related photos. Still, I look back on my old road trip pictures with a nostalgia that's due in small part to their lower quality. It reminds me more vividly where I … [Read more...]
Expect the Unexpected: Take Precautions When Traveling Abroad
You’ve been there before. You planned a domestic trip and despite your attention to detail, something goes wrong. You lose your luggage at the airport, your hotel room was never reserved, you forget to pack your cell phone charger, or some other crazy thing goes wrong causing you to have to make a few adjustments. You may be a tad bit frustrated, but your trip isn’t completely ruined. When you add a few thousand miles and an entirely different … [Read more...]
Summer Essentials: 11 Things Every Girl Needs This Summer
It’s summertime!! The season when we rejoice the warmth of the sun, celebrate the waves, and go on a shopping spree collecting the best summer essentials. It is the time when beach waves go higher, the hair gets lighter, skin gets tanner, and the life is so much better. Summer brings us a well-deserved break to have lots of ice-creams, go on sudden picnics, have sun-kissed skin, adorn colorful swimsuits, put gorgeous shades on, and party … [Read more...]
Top Five Most Useful Trip Preparations
While travels never go exactly according to plan (and perhaps that is part of why I travel), there are several important steps one can make prior to a trip to help ensure your trip is a smooth one. Insurance One of the most overlooked items when planning a trip is travel insurance. Sure it costs a bit to acquire prior to a trip but based on having peace of mind when traveling and the actual cost versus what might be incurred costs as a … [Read more...]
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