I have never used packing cubes before, but since I need to be more organized for a three-month trip, I have decided to give them ago. Here is what I purchased and my initial impressions. I discovered this great video on YouTube, which compares the various methods that can be used for packing your luggage….
Travelling Blog
Survival with One Suitcase for Three Months
I have no doubts that packing one suitcase for three months is possible. My concern is whether I will be packing the right things. There are a lot of items I need to bring but I need to keep in mind the following when it comes specifically to clothes: locations (what is the terrain like)…
Travel Books as Guides
Travel books, books and more books. I think I can never have enough information. Part of the fun part of travelling is going through all the material to see what you want and where you want to go. I’m particularly fond of the DK Eyewitness books with their Top 10 for various cities. They’re smaller…
God save the Queen, 1926-2022, RIP
The news of Her Majesty’s passing made me reminisce about past travels and adventures. RIP Many people think the monarchy is archaic and needs to go, but I’ve always been fond of her. Queen Elizabeth was an extraordinary public servant who worked diligently for 70 years. And that deserves to be acknowledged and respected. I remember…
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Why I Won’t Be Using Airbnb for our World Trip
There’s no denying that Airbnb has changed the travel landscape. But is it always the best option? Background Airbnb is an online marketplace that connects people who need a place to stay with people who need to rent out extra space. It is a convenient way to find accommodations for short-term stays, becoming increasingly popular…
Is it worthwhile to plan a theme vacation
First things first, what is a theme vacation? It’s simply a vacation centred around a particular theme or interest. For example, if you’re a fan of Harry Potter, you might plan a trip to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios or take a Harry Potter tour in the UK. According to…
What Is Travel Insurance and Why Do You Need It?
Don’t take any chances on vacationing without travel insurance, no matter the cost. Not everything always goes as planned when you travel. No matter how carefully you plan your trip, something unexpected might arise. You might have to cancel your trip for several reasons or run into some unexpected expenses during your trip. It is…
The only thing I hate about Montreal . . .
Montreal drivers, roads and traffic! I realize these are three items I hate about Montreal, but I couldn’t find a collective term to cover everything. An old Canadian joke says Canada has two seasons: winter and July. This may not be as true now with global warming, but the Montreal version is as accurate as…
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