The appropriately named Western Digital My Passport hard drive is ideally suited to those on the go. One axiom we have learned from several decades of travel is that one can never have enough backups. Both hard drive size and weight have improved dramatically over the years. Our first My Passport Drive was much larger and significantly heavier. This latest drive (comes in sizes of 1TB, 2TB, 4TB and 5TB) is so small it will easily fit in one's … [Read more...]
It’s about to Become More Complicated for Americans to Visit South Korea
Whether it’s traveling to see the cherry blossoms bloom during the spring, enjoying a K-pop concert with thousands of other fans, or taking in the relaxed atmosphere of Jeju Island, there are thousands of reasons to visit South Korea. However, starting this month, there is a new version of the South Korea visa for U.S. citizens rolling out. Known as the Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (or K-ETA), this travel authorization will be … [Read more...]
UAE is now offering 5-years multi-entry tourist visas
UAE is among the leading tourist destination in the Middle East and the country allow all people to tour the country without restrictions. If you have been attracted to visit UAE even during Covid-19, there is good news for you. You can apply for the new five year UAE tourist visa and within those five years can make multiple entries using it. After the announcement of these moves by the government, many people, especially travelers, are … [Read more...]
Celebrate Bourbon Heritage Month in Louisville with America’s only native spirit
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 31, 2021) – September’s Bourbon Heritage Month is an ideal time to celebrate America’s only native spirit in Kentucky - where 95% of the special whiskey is made. Once considered the “Wall Street of Whiskey” Louisville has been a spirits-soaked civilization ever since Evan Williams first marketed his whiskey to the city in 1783. Up until the 1920’s, a portion of Main Street was known as “Whiskey Row” because of the more … [Read more...]
Applying for a New Passport or Renewing a Passport? A few Details to Consider
After traveling for much of the past 20 years, a passport has became a critical part of my travel identity. I remember the anticipation and excitement of when I first applied for a passport. I informed my parents that I would be going to Costa Rica as part of an extra curriculum educational trip related to a biology class at college - my first trip abroad. I did not yet have a passport and this was around when the Internet was still in its … [Read more...]
7 Important Travel Tips
Very often, when planning a trip, we forget about important things that may come in handy during the trip. You will not want to rush about on your trip later, spend the last money that you have received by titanic labor from using the National Casino bonuses in Canada. The tips below will help you prepare well and make your holiday unforgettable! 1. Buy tickets in advance. If you book them 2-3 months or six months before the trip, then the … [Read more...]
A Transcontinental Train that Transcends the Frontiers between West and East – Bucharest to Istanbul
Casting one last glance at the charming old streets and striking neo-Gothic buildings in Bucharest, I took a brisk stroll, with a heavy backpack strapped to my shoulder, slowly navigating my way to the train station. From there, I was about to embark on a long-haul overnight journey to Istanbul. Having walked incessantly for days in Bucharest, I was looking forward to long hours of doing nothing at all, just sitting still on the train and getting … [Read more...]
Tips & Tricks for Your Next Trip to Europe
Before you start planning your trip to Europe, you must make sure that you have all your visa requirements in order. Although the majority of the European countries do not require a visa for a short stay, such as Italy, France, and Spain, there are a few countries that do. US citizens with a valid US passport can travel to 26 of the European countries that are under the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days without having to obtain a Schengen … [Read more...]
New PBS Series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL Features Modern-Day Adventurer Tackling Stunning World Firsts in Unexplored Corners of the Planet
Riveting and Awe-Inspiring Documentary Series, Premiering Wednesday, January 15, 2020, 10:00–11:00 p.m. ET, Features Earth's Natural Wonders and Hidden Gems ARLINGTON, VA; November 25, 2019 – PBS's new 10-episode series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL reveals there are still parts of our planet yet to be discovered. Explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall pursues incredible journeys and world firsts — unclimbed peaks, unexplored cave systems … [Read more...]
Cheaper and comfortable way to get to Hat Yai from Northern Malaysia
Hat Yai is a popular food and shopping destination for Malaysian tourists looking for a nice weekend getaway. It is also a gateway for travelers especially backpackers to visit other parts of Thailand. For the sake of convenience, most of the people choose to get to Hat Yai by minivan with a wholesome service that will whisk you right from your very doorstep to the front of your hotel at a cost of about MYR 35 (USD 8.5) one way. Despite the … [Read more...]
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