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    7 Quick Tips for Travel

    by  • April 7, 2013 • 10 Comments

    I find myself constantly accumulating tips and advice relating to travel that only require a few sentences, not an entire post. I’ve gathered quick tips for travel here in one place to help you out. Whether it’s about saving money, planning, packing or something else entirely, there’s sure to be a few things on...

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    Money and Travel

    by  • March 6, 2013 • 4 Comments

    Money is necessary for almost all aspects of life. You use money just about every day at home, and you’ll need money when you travel. So what do you need to know about money and travel? Where do you get money? What should you bring with you? What about exchange rates and fees? It...

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    The Documents of Travel

    by  • February 28, 2013 • 6 Comments

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    If you want to travel from your home town to the next town, or even the next state, you don’t need much in the way of documentation. Some form of ID, usually your driver’s license, will suffice. But if you’re traveling to another country, you will need a passport and potentially a visa. You...

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    Simple Australia Itinerary

    by  • February 17, 2013 • 12 Comments

    simple Australia itinerary

    I recently wrote about 6 countries for new travelers, one of which was Australia. This is a great country to visit no matter how much travel experience you have, but it’s especially easy to navigate for those who haven’t done much traveling. You won’t have to worry about a foreign language, and there is...

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    How to Pick Carry-on Only Luggage

    by  • February 5, 2013 • 17 Comments

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    Traveling carry-on only might seem restrictive and difficult to do, but I believe NOT checking luggage provides me with more freedom. Whether you’re trying to avoid checked bag fees, you’re worried about the airlines losing your luggage, or you just want to travel lighter, packing carry-on only is something you can easily do too....

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    Is “What If” Stopping You From Traveling?

    by  • January 29, 2013 • 21 Comments

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    Many people have fears surrounding travel. But with so many amazing places to visit in this world, fears that hold you back are limiting you from experiences more than they are protecting you. I’m here to help with my Fighting the Travel Fears series. “What if” is a question that can stop you from...

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    What to Pack in Your Carry-On Bag

    by  • January 22, 2013 • 19 Comments

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    I am a big believer in carry-on only travel. It makes your travel experience easier in so many ways. There’s no way the airline can lose your luggage if you haven’t checked anything. You won’t get weighed down by heavy bags if you limit yourself to carry-on only. And you won’t have to deal...

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    How to Make a Travel Budget

    by  • January 15, 2013 • 9 Comments

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    You’ve finally decided to take that trip you’ve been dreaming about for years. You’ve chosen a destination and read all about it in a guidebook or online. But how much will this trip cost? How much money do you need for daily expenses while you’re traveling? When can you afford to go on this...

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    6 Countries for New Travelers

    by  • January 3, 2013 • 22 Comments

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    Do you want to travel overseas but can’t decide where you should go? Many people who haven’t traveled overseas much get overwhelmed trying to decide where to travel. The world is a huge place with so many choices, no wonder it’s hard to decide. If you’re a new traveler, certain places will be more...

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    Bathroom Travel Hassles

    by  • December 18, 2012 • 14 Comments

    Bathroom Travel Hassles

    It’s something we all have to deal with on a daily basis. We all go to the bathroom. Hopefully we all shower on a regular basis. People do these things in other parts of the world, so dealing with bathroom issues shouldn’t be a big deal when you travel, right? Wrong. Like so many...

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    Evaluating Transportation Options

    by  • December 9, 2012 • 5 Comments

    Evaluating Transportation Options

    Traveling often involves several different modes of transportation. But what is the best way to get from point A to point B? If your vacation involves more than one location, you will have to look at all the possibilities and decide which works best for you. There are several things you need to look...

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    Travel Slow and See More

    by  • November 26, 2012 • 16 Comments

    travel slow and see more

    There are endless ways to travel, and everyone has to find a way that works for them. One of the big things you have to decide is if you want to travel slow or travel fast. While I certainly think there are times when it makes sense to travel quickly, I truly believe when...

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