What Differentiates a Great Hostel From an Average Hostel

Hostel is slowly achieving the title as one of the best accommodation options of today. Because it gives travelers the opportunity to meet strangers and new faces easily, it has become the top pick of most solo travelers and backpackers. In the event that you plan to stay in a hostel anytime soon, here are some of the things that would differentiate a great hostel from an average one:

·         A bar with real great drinks

Most hostels offer bars for where their guests can enjoy, socialize and hang out. At times, there are bartenders while others only have a refrigerator where you can get drinks and stuff. Well, a great hostel has it all—a decent size bar, a bartender and plenty of types of beer, ranging from cheap and local beer to imported ones. If you are a woman, then you may wish to look for hostels with bars that offer wide range of cocktails. The best hostels also have the perfect location for their bars—on a rooftop or outside in their tended harden.

·         A great hangout space

In addition to a bra, the hostel should also have a common space where their guests can relax, have fun and meet new people without any alcohol involved in the equation. The bar should not only be the common area in the hostel. The other common area should have a wide and open space with plenty of tables, chairs and couches. The hostel should offer plenty of choices to eat, write, read, sit down and entertain themselves. This corner is perfect for those people who do not drink because contrary to popular belief, not all travelers drink.

·         A full set breakfast

When you take a look at the website of most hostels, you would often see these two words “free breakfast”. For sure, people would love anything free, right? Well, that is not the case in most hostels. This is because some of the breakfast options of most hostels are quite limited and might not even give you the fuel you need to start your day. A great hostel offers a full set breakfast that will satisfy your cravings.

·         Strong Wifi Connection

We all know that you are not traveling just to get some good wifi but most travelers would surely wish to keep in touch with their family and friends back home and the best way to do that is through the Internet.

Choosing a good hostel is the most complicated trick in the traveler’s book. But with some research and by keeping the differences mentioned above in mind, you are rest assured that you can find your way to the best hostel that you can ever stay in. 

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How To Enjoy The Other Side of Paris

Paris is the city if love and it is known for its amazing architecture, the Eiffel Tower, the walled gardens and the twinkling lights. However, there is more to Paris than these popular attractions and activities. There are actually many more ways on how you can experience what Paris has to offer. Here are some of those ways:

·         Visit the markets.

If you only wish to window shop at Dior and Chanel, then why not try enjoying the real thing by heading down to the more thirfty shops? There are many other affordable shopping centers in the area. In addition to that, a visit to their flea markets will allow you to enjoy shopping all types of stuff including books, furniture, clothes and many more.

·         Eat and drink.

There is no better way to enjoy Paris than to eat through this wonderful city. Whether you plan to enjoy brunch, dinner or breakfast, the city has plenty of cafes and bars that will satisfy your cravings. Most of the cafes in the city offer amazing dishes and drinks at reasonable prices.

·         Go underground.

Yes, there is actually a darker side of Paris and you can enjoy it in more ways than one. The best way to enjoy that is to pay a visit to the Les Catacombs or the underground cemetery which is the home to the bodies of 6 million people. Many curious tourists visit this city by taking the spiral staircase into the stoneway passages that are found under the city. During the tour, they can enjoy and learn more about the history of this fascinating attraction. It is best that you visit the attraction earlier and get a guide to show you around.

·         Listen to music.

There is no better way to spend you nights in Paris than listening to relaxing French Jazz music. If you are done with your dinner, you can cap off the night by visiting one of the bars in the city. There are many low key and intimate clubs in the city where you can enjoy some drinks and enjoy a night filled with jazz music. These bars offer live performances and a vibrant atmosphere that will help you enjoy the amazing ambiance of the city. For sure, you will enjoy these establishments and toe tap the night away.

Visiting Paris is certainly included in everybody’s list when they decide to enjoy a European trip. If you wish to enjoy what Paris has to offer, then you should do more than  visit the popular Paris destinations. You must also pay a visit to the other side of Paris so you can enjoy their tradition and culture. 

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Ultimate Packing Guide 2016

One of the struggles we are facing whenever we are travelling is fitting everything we need in a three days or so in one medium sized suitcase. It’s very difficult to decide if which is the most essential items to pack especially if you have more than 3 favorite sweater and scarf. Not to mention, you need to have matching shoes and bags to go along with your outfit. Thank God to airport’s baggage weight limits, you won’t be certainly bringing your entire closet in your vacation. The key is to pack lightly and wisely.

Don’t bring your entire beauty regimen. Your accommodation would most likely provide you with a decent soap and shampoo so there’s no need for you to bring your own. Makeup? Well since you can’t go out barefaced, sure bring some but not the entire 5kg kit. Just bring the basics like sunscreen lotion and your exotic moisturizer which you can’t find in just any Watson’s store.

Don’t pack clothes more than you’ll need. Schedule your outfits and try them on one by one before finalizing it to your suitcase. Bring a maximum of two shoes, a close shoes that can go from chic to formal, and an open sandals to let your feet breathe once in a while. Avoid bulky items such as leather jackets or high heeled boots, unless you’re going on a winter wonderland destination.

Don’t attempt to pack your authentic jewelries on your suitcase. In fact, don’t bring them to your trip at all. You cannot entrust your precious diamond necklace travelling by itself on the comforts of your suitcase. Remember that theft in the airport is very common. If you must bring them, then put them in a safe spot in your hand carry. This will keep your mind at piece that your expensive jewelry is at your side all the time.

Avoid bringing unnecessary gadgets which you think you may not use. A bulky SLR camera and a tripod will took up huge space in your suitcase. In case you want to take superb pictures, you can just rely on your smartphone or a slick compact camera. Invest yourself in one of those trendy portable WiFi so that you’ll stay connected no matter what part of the globe you are.

Last but not the least, don’t pack things which you can eventually buy there. Say for example, packing too much food items such as chips, energy bar, and bottled water. Yes, we get it. You don’t want to starve in the middle of your trip. But if you’re riding an airplane or a ferry, pretty sure they offer food services. Even busses who are strict with their schedule makes it a point to stop on diners to feed their hungry passengers. Guidebooks are also helpful when travelling to an unfamiliar place, but don’t you think it’s more interesting if you’ll let the locals guide you? In addition, you can download apps or google those questions you have in mind instead of bringing a bulky book.

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Things To Learn When Traveling To India

India is a lot different from any other destinations that you can ever visit. This country is the home to rich cultures, lasting traditions, spices, friendly people and plenty of interesting activities that await you. If you are wondering what you can find in India, then you are at the right place. Here are some of the things that you will learn when you pay a visit to this wonderful country:

·         Street foods are incredible.

We all know that Asia is a street food haven and India is no exception. Not only are street foods delicious in this side of the world—they are affordable too! In fact, for just 50 cents, you can already have your fill of some of the best tasting dishes that you can ever try. In India, they have the masala dosa or the rice pancake with daal and chutney and the pavbhaji or the vegetable curry in a soft bread roll. Wherever you go, you are bound to find street food vendors that offer some of the most interesting dishes that you can ever get to taste so eat streetfoods because it is half of the fun of an Indian trip.

·         People are friendly.

In according to being good cooks, Asians are also known for being friendly and again, the people in India are no exception. Sure, there are some people who will try to trick you but there are more people that are willing to go out of their way just to help you. So if you are wondering if you would take that seat that he is offering you or if you will let them lead you to your hotel, go with your gut and prepared to be disappointed. After all, everyone will disappoint you at some point.

·         Chai is everywhere.

If you have not yet heard or tried Chai Tea before. Well, you will definitely hear, see and taste it in India. The chai tea is the popular Indian tea and it is a thick, spicy, milky and sweet tea that is commonly served in a small cup that is available for just 10 cents in India. Have a sip of it and you will be amazed of how comforting and tasty it is. And the great thing about this is that you can find it just about everywhere in India—in the trains, in the street vendors, in the temples, bus stations and many more.

It is true that travel teaches you lots of things. If you have decided to go to India, then you will surely learn many wonderful things. The things mentioned above were just some of them. India is a great place to visit as it offers plenty of destinations, experiences, tradition that will surely teach you plenty of things in life and in travel. 

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Kid-Friendly Destinations in Florida

Florida is named as Sunshine State for a great reason. This is because of its everglades, pelicans, key lime pie and orange groves. Because of all its amazing qualities, this place has been deemed one of the best family destinations in the world today. For a great family trip to Florida, here are some of the destinations that you must visit:

·         Pirate & Treasure Museum

If you wish to go back in time, you can do so when you visit Pirate and Treasure Museum. This is a wildly entertaining show in St. Augustine that allows audience to take a look back the golden age of piracy with the interactive exhibits along with precious artifacts and precious exhibits that they house. This high technology show pays a great tribute to the pirates of yesteryears.

·         Florida Keys

Florida Keys is the home to everyone’s favorite marine animals—dolphins! If your children are animal lovers, they would definitely enjoy everything that the Dolphin Research Center has to offer. This reserve in Florida is the home to 23 dolphins along with other sea mammals. The dolphins there are trained to participate in therapeutic programs designed for recovering soldiers as well as people with disabilities. You do not have to worry about these mammals as these mammals are trained to display incomparable patience and gentleness that will surely surprise you and your little one.

·         Sanibel Island

If you are afraid to take your kids to the beach, Sanibel Island must be an exception. This is because this offers the most kid-friendly beaches that you can ever see. During peak season, tourists flock to this amazing island. Despite the number of visitors that this place gets, it is still able to retain its old Florida charm. Along with that, it is also the home to fun restaurants, sandy beaches and lots of colorful shells that your friends would love to collect.

·         Sarasota

Sarasota is America’s circus capital. And this place hosts touring companies in spring and autumn. If you will be traveling to Florida during that season, then you must definitely catch their show tours! One of the most fun show that you can ever watch is The Walker Bro Circus. The show is comprised of the youth performers of the community, ranging from 20-17 years old. You can catch these talented kids when you watch the Sailor Circus.

The key to enjoying a trip with your kids is to find kid-friendly places to visit. If you plan on visiting Florida anytime soon, then keep in mind the Florida destinations mentioned above. You and your children are bound to enjoy the trip of your life if you do so!

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A Guide To Hitchhiking

Hitchhiking is probably one of the most reckless, unpredictable and nerve-wracking mode of transport that you can ever try. However, there are times when the occasion calls for it. This is most especially true when you are in an exotic location with no other mode of transportation. To help you know how to hitchhike the right way, here are some of the information that you need to know:

·         Find the perfect location.

The success of hitchhiking depends on the location that you are in. The ideal spot for this type of activity would definitely be an out of town road where people who will be travelling in long distances are most likely to pass by.

·         Stay safe on the road.

One of your biggest goals when hitchhiking is to stay safe at all times. That is understandable. Because of this, it is recommended that you stay safe on the road by traveling with a friend. Keep in mind that there is safety in numbers so it is best that you do that.

·         Make a thumbs up.

If this is your first time to hitchhike, then it is recommended that you take advantage of the charity hitchhikers that are currently the trend in UK. In addition to being a great opportunity to do fund raising, you are most likely to catch the attention of the drivers if you will wear a charity T shirt. In addition to that, being affiliated with a charity will make you look less threatening for the drivers so you have higher chances of finding a driver that would be willing to pick you up and drop you off where you wish to be dropped off.

·         Avoid over planning.

Putting too much thought on hitchhiking will certainly lead you nowhere. A hitchhiking trip naturally chaotic so there is no way for you to go around it. Instead of fighting this nature, it is best for you to just simply go with the flow. Avoid planning a route because you will not be able to stick to it. Avoid pre booking your accommodations because there are high chances that you will cancel your bookings. More than this, do not be ambitious with your end point and the duration of your trip. You might not be able to beat it. Just go with the flow, don’t fight it.

If you would travel or hike to exotic hiking locations, then you must master the art of catching a lift or hitchhiking. Keep in mind the tips mentioned above and you can surely be able to catch a lift in no time. However, hitchhiking can be a dangerous activity so you must also practice some safety precautions when hitchhiking.

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Best Places for Spiritual Rejuvenation 2016

The world is blessed with various pilgrimage sites for pious or fascinated traveler. From an ancient holy city, centuries-old golden temple, and prehistoric enormous stones on top of vast grassland. Religious destinations are not only appealing to people of the same faith. It’s not difficult to appreciate the beauty and cultural significance of various temples, structures, and architectures.

Machu Picchu, Peru. Earning its place as one of the New 7 Wonders of the world, Machu Picchu is built from incredibly unique stone facades that make up the several hundred buildings in the sites and along with terraces. Reaching Machu Picchu can be quite a challenging trail but it’s worth your while once you experience this serene citadel.

Jerusalem, Israel. The only non-Muslim country in the Middle East where it’s believed to be the birthplace and deathbed of Jesus Christ. This centuries-old city is visited by at least two million travelers yearly. It’s the most spiritually significant place in the world for Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. The city is famous for Western Wall (a place for pilgrimage and place of prayer for the Jews), Golgotha (the place where Jesus was crucified), and Dome of the Rock (home of the famous Muslim shrine).

Vatican City, Italy. The center of the Catholic world where up to five million people visits annually. This holy city is filled with monuments erected to commemorate various saints. It was also believed that this is the exact location where Saint Peter took his last breath. Participating in a Mass celebrated by the Pope himself is what most people look forward to when they visit Vatican.

Stonehenge, England. It’s a prehistoric site that is famous for enormous stone monuments dating back from the Neolithic and Bronze aged. The building process of these gigantic rocks has puzzled archeologists if how the primitives were able to pile them up without the use of modern equipment. Though the iconic Stonehenge pictures only selection of stones, there were actually over 200 other structures scattered all over the island which was set up at the same period as well. Thousands of people from all over the globe travel to witness the sunrise atop the majestic rocks.

Golden Temple, India. Though it was a spiritual center for the Sikh religion, anyone of any faith is welcome to join this popular pilgrimage site to find spiritual comfort, to pray, or to simply learn about the temple’s history. This golden façade temple was visited by 50,000 spectators every day. There aren’t really formal tours set up around the majestic golden religious site. But the locals will be very pleased to show you around.

Ulpotha, Sri Lanka. It’s a retreat for meditative yoga gurus and treat for spa-lovers. Ulpotha is a popular pilgrim for pious thousands of years ago and up to present. This place is an incredible choice for anyone who’s up to for some soul-cleansing. Not to mention, it has the best spa in the world. However, Ulpotha is only open at certain times of the year.

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The Different Ways To Carry Money Overseas

Before you leave for your next trip, please take a moment to think about how you must properly carry your money and your other valuables. It is never easy to carry huge amounts of money when traveling and it can also be dangerous for you too. If you wish to stay safe throughout the entire trip, it is highly recommended that you know the ways on how to carry money abroad and these are as follows:

·         Debit Card

If you do not wish to carry hard cash abroad, then  a debit card is one of your best bets. You can use the old debit card that you use at home when traveling abroad. This is one of the hassles-free ways to carry money abroad since you do not have to get a new card but there are some precautions that you must know about. It is best that you change your PIN code before traveling so that you can protect your hard earned money from scammers and identity thieves.

·         Credit card

This is the most favorite option that travelers love to use. Just like debit cards, credit cards will work in whatever country you are in. Just make sure that you will be shopping at places and staying in establishments that accepts credit cards as payments. However, you should only use credit cards in reliable and famous shopping places. If not, you will be at great risk pf identity theft. There are also some countries who are known to be high risk for this type of theft so you would have to change or cancel your card after your visit to one of those countries.

·         Traveler’s cheque

This is the most commonly used way of carrying money abroad before but not all establishments accept this now. According to experts, this is also the best way to enjoy the best conversation rates but the harsh reality is that it is no longer widely accepted so you have to keep that in mind. If you plan to use traveler’s cheque, it is recommended that you check in with the establishment first.

·         Cash

Of course, this is the most convenient but is also the riskiest ways of carrying money abroad. All establishments accept cards. However, you have to exchange your cash so that you can use it in a  foreign country so it is vulnerable to fluctuations in the exchange rate.

If you wish to stay safe when traveling, it is recommended that you know how to properly cash when you are traveling. Keeping your valuables safe and protected is the best way to ensure your safety. Because of this, you have to keep in mind the things mentioned above. 

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Four Basic Rules of Traveling on A Budget

Many of us wish to see the world but sadly, not all of us have the luxury of time and money to travel far and wide. If you are one of these people, you will be happy to know that there are many ways on how you can travel and enjoy what the world has to offer even on a tight budget and these are as follows:

·         Travel with buddies.

The best way to save money when traveling is to travel in groups. There are many hotels, museums and activities that offer good deals for people who travel in groups. In addition to that, you can be able to divide the price that you have to pay for many people.

·         Be flexible.

Flexibility will surely bring you a long way. There are actually many ways on how being flexible can help you save money when traveling. For one, it can help you save money on airfare because you are free to choose where you should land, whether you should have a connecting or a direct flight, when you should book and many more. Additionally, you can be able to choose to travel during off peak season when all of the accommodation, activities and even the transportation are offered at lower rates. If you are flexible enough to stay in the city for longer period of time, you can even have the luxury of time to stay in your destination longer and you can enjoy more of the destination’s culture and tradition while saving money at the same time.

·         Slow down.

When you have limited time, it will be impossible for you to enjoy everything there is to enjoy in the city. As a result, you would have to book another flight or another trip just to go back and enjoy the entire experience. That would be more expensive, right? If you try to cram everything in one trip, you will have to shell out too much money. The only way to enjoy everything without shelling out big bucks is to slow down and to really enjoy the amazing places that you will visit.

·         Don’t be loyal all the time.

Many people think that the best way to save money is to be loyal to one airline, hotel or travel agency. While this can be true, there are some times when being disloyal will help you reap lots of benefits. It is always best that you shop around first so you could be able to accurately compare the prices and rates of your hotel choices.

There are lots of ways on how to save money when traveling but the things mentioned above are some of the basic things that you must keep in mind if you wish to travel the world in the cheapest way possible.

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