‘Travel Tips’ Category

Top Travel Tips for Visiting London during the 2012 Olympics

February 1st, 2012 Tushar Mathur

As the start of the Olympic Games draws closer, it is important for those attending to understand some key tips for travelling safely and smartly to get the most out of your trip. This blog post will highlight some of the key considerations if you are travelling to the games in London.

Tickets for the events

Make sure you have all of your Olympics tickets sorted before venturing to London. It is expected that a number of ticket ‘touts’ will be present at all sporting events, selling tickets at inflated prices or even selling fake or stolen tickets for profit.

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6 Reasons to Have a Tour Guide in China

January 27th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

China is one of the top choices for a holiday in Asia, and for several great reasons. The large country is home to hundreds, if not thousands, of scenic areas, historical landmarks, cultural excursions and thriving urban areas. However, as you might expect from such a large nation, it can be difficult to organize and plan an entire trip without the help of a guide. There are several reasons to consider having an experienced guide you for all or part of your holiday in China, and here are the best ones:

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10 Free Things to Do in Las Vegas

January 27th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

It’s easy to spend money in Las Vegas. Whether you’re gambling away your cash at one of the city’s many casinos, drinking and dancing the night away at a club or taking in a Cirque Du Soleil show, you’re likely to return home with a much lighter wallet. However, Las Vegas is home to more great free attractions than the vast majority of other cities. The giant casino resorts are happy to lay on lavish entertainment to draw in guests, as they know the extra revenue from Blackjack tables and slot machines will more than cover the cost.

You don’t have to play the casino owners’ game.

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Vacation Planning: Exciting or Stressful?

January 25th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Have you ever been flicking through the TV channels only to stumble across a travel show where images of exotic lands are flashing before your eyes? Instantly you want to be there, you feel inspired, alive and fully charged. Then those thoughts come rolling in, you know the kind of thoughts, the ones that really rain on your parade: I’ll have to apply for time off, I’ll have to save the money, I’ll have to arrange the tickets and all of the travel arrangements, and who will look after the house/pets/plants while I’m gone? Questions! Questions! Questions!

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Exploring York via Caravan

January 20th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

A trip to York was something that my family and I had wanted to enjoy for a long time. Like many families, however, we don’t have limitless amounts of money at our disposal. What we do have is a caravan, and we have used the caravan to explore many parts of Britain. The beautiful thing about caravanning is that it allows you to see the world without spending too much money. After all, you have built-in accommodations, so you don’t have to pay for pricey hotel stays. I finally found the time to look into caravan parks near York, and I was pleased to learn that there were several great options.

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Things To Do In Brisbane

January 16th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Brisbane is in the east of Australia, in the state of Queensland. It is a beautiful place, and there is lots to keep the visitor entertained.

 

Cruises

There are all kinds of really superb sightseeing cruises to take from Brisbane.  This is a city built around water, and the water is one of the best ways to see it. The Brisbane River runs through the heart of the city and opens up into the breathtaking Moreton Bay. Have your camera at the ready and keep your eyes peeled to dolphins!

 

Climbing

There are a number of amazing climbs near Brisbane.

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The threat of malaria – being careful when you travel

January 4th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

There is always a large number of things you must take on board when you’re heading out on holiday. You have to sort out flights, accommodation, insurance, your travel money and even clothing for the big trip away from home. However, you can often find yourself facing even greater dangers that you may not realise, depending on where you go. Malaria is perhaps the most major threat that you can face, at least if you’re heading to parts of Africa, Asia or the Americas.

Most British travellers will find themselves taking malaria tablets to counteract the effects of the disease if they go to problematic areas.

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Top 5 Reasons to Backpack Southeast Asia

January 3rd, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Backpacking is not for everyone, but if you haven’t got much cash to burn, and you are not afraid of roughing it out a bit, backpacking can open up worlds you’ve never even dreamed of. Backpacking does not mean you will live like a homeless person, looking dirty and starving to death. It simply means going back to the basics and enjoying whole new cultures while you’re at it. Southeast Asia has long been a backpacker’s dream. It is one of the most interesting areas of the world, and it has a lot to offer backpackers.

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5 Things to Remember When Emigrating

December 27th, 2011 Tushar Mathur

Emigrating is a huge step and a decision very carefully made.  As some people do it with an optimistic view, others feel it is necessity to make this move.

  1.  Preparation time.

Emigrating is no sudden decision and planning has to take place over a period of least 18 months to two years.  There are a lot of aspects such as legal documentation, financial planning and personal risks involved.  Moving your household to another country is a serious topic and one which may take some members of the family time to grow accustomed to.

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Four Tips For A Cheap Winter Break

December 26th, 2011 Tushar Mathur

Once the fun and excitement of Christmas is over it can feel like you’ve got nothing to look forward to until the weather starts to improve and you can begin enjoying the clement British summer time. Of course another negative aspect of the first few months is lack of money; following the Christmas festivities many of us have to wait until that February pay has cleared before our finances are healthy enough to even think about a few indulgent purchases. Here are 4 tips on how you can enjoy a weekend break without spending a fortune.

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