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What Should You Do if Your Car Breaks Down in the Middle of Nowhere?

June 2, 2020 by David AlvarezLeave a Comment

What could be worse than your car breaking down? Your car breaking down in the middle of nowhere. While car owners never expect such an incident, it is best to be prepared for it. There are many reasons why a car could suddenly malfunction and leave you stranded in an unfamiliar location. Fortunately, the situation can be managed no matter what has happened to your vehicle or where you are. Continue reading below to learn about the steps to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Internet, Stay Safe, Technology, Traffic, Travel Insurance

Pan-Atlantic Adventures in the Rainforest

April 28, 2020 by Beth SeagerLeave a Comment

A sense of dread seeps from my shoulders down to my knees. I tried to pull and shake the bolt, each time more frantically. And just like that, I was trapped in a corrugated steel toilet in front of my husband and a group of 8 people I didn’t know. Outside the toilet I had another problem. Happy tourists with an easy confidence introduced themselves to me and made light conversation. I edged my way through them to stand in comfortable silence … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South America · Tagged: Rainforest, River Rafting, Travel Insurance

How to Take a Break from Your Business When Flying Abroad

March 20, 2020 by Chloe SunderlandLeave a Comment

As an entrepreneur or successful small business owner, the hours you keep are often long and demanding. With you at the helm and in sole charge of overseeing the future of your enterprise, it can be difficult to take even the occasional day off, but regular downtime is essential. That’s because you'll never work as well when you’re overtired and stressed. You will be a much more valuable asset to your business if you’re firing on all cylinders … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Fashion, Travel Insurance

How To Become A Digital Nomad In 3 Easy Steps

February 27, 2020 by Randy JohnsonLeave a Comment

It is a dream of many to disconnect from the rat race and see the world. Travel is very important, but too many people are not given enough time off from work to really be able to travel well. There has never been a better time to give it all up and set out for adventure by traveling the world as a digital nomad. What is a digital nomad? It’s just a catch phrase for remote workers. If you have a home based business, or work as a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Culture, Internet, Journey, Lifestyle, Travel Insurance

How to keep active when travelling – a simple guide

January 11, 2020 by Suzanne LLeave a Comment

When you’re planning a trip across a new country or a few months on the road, your health and activity levels probably won’t be at the top of your priority list. With so much to consider and think about, hitting the gym on the regular whilst on the other side of the world almost seems laughable! However, even the most experienced of travellers will tell you, that keeping yourself active on the road and exercising as part of your daily routine … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Argentina, Art, Backpacking, Coffee, Drinking, Europe, Food and Wine, France, Hiking, Markets, Museum, Street Food, Taxi, Thailand, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

How To Plan Your Winter Vacation With Kids

November 12, 2019 by Pete McAllisterLeave a Comment

Taking a few days from work and school is healthy for the family during the long winter season. Not only do you get to unwind but also bond over some winter activities instead of sleeping. Ski vacations are trendy nowadays, especially among parents who want to introduce their kids to nature's best. Like everything in life, preparation is vital. Here are some great tips for planning a winter vacation with kids. 1. Book early Going for a trip … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Alaska, Fashion, Ski Trip, Spa, Sports, Travel Insurance, Wildlife, Winter Travel

Bum Guns: A Love Story

October 5, 2019 by Kyle David IversonLeave a Comment

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Pants around my ankles, I can’t look away. It’s staring at me, a droplet of water slithering slowly down its face. The droplet reaches the bottom, clings, swells, then splatters against the tile floor. And I’m thinking no, I mean, they can’t, can they? They can’t actually- the angles alone! But they must, because every bathroom into which I’ve slapped my slippery flip-flops as one installed. Right there, next to the toilet. Sometimes righty, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Asia, Fashion, Golf, Gun, Malaysia, Palm Trees, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

Top 10 Unique Activites When Visiting Canada

June 21, 2019 by Bob HornalLeave a Comment

Canada is mostly known around the world for its cold weather and a lot of frozen, barren land. The majority of visitors only visit the major cities of Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal, thinking that is all Canada has to offer. Well, there is a lot more to this country than meets the eye! We have picked out 10 unique activities visitors can do on their trip to Canada. But before you embark on the trip, make sure you are covered with IEC … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: British Columbia, Canada, Colombia, Desert, England, Montreal, Quebec, Ski Trip, Snorkel, Toronto, Travel Insurance, Vancouver

Exploring Shanghai

June 1, 2019 by DaveLeave a Comment

Shanghai is among the world's largest cities by population. Two airports serve this major metropolis: Hongqiao International Airport (more domestic flights) and Pudong International. The metro connects both airports to the center of town and outlying suburbs. The fastest train in the world, the Maglev connects Pudong Airport to the metro system. Air pollution is certainly a problem here - during the Shanghai Expo in 2010 factories were shut down … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, America, Art, China, Culture, Food and Wine, Garden, Japan, Journey, Museum, New York City, Photography, Restaurants, Shanghai, Shopping Mall, Taxi, Technology, Traffic, Travel Insurance, Walking tour

6 Rules of Dealing with Injury and Illness Abroad

March 27, 2019 by Danica MLeave a Comment

When you go off on a trip, you think more about the good stuff that might happen and less about the bad stuff. However, accidents and illnesses can occur at all times – and it does not care whether you are on a vacation or not. This is even more troublesome if you are abroad in an unfamiliar country, one that is far more costly than where you came from. Plus, there’s a high chance that you won’t even be treated – simply because you don’t have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Drinking, Europe, Travel Insurance

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