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How to Survive Travel With Kids

April 20th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Traveling with children can be very stressful if you do not approach it in an organized way. Everything must be taken into consideration. Before making any plans, make sure that  where you’re going and what you’re doing are appropriate for your family’s needs.

1. Hotels
Before searching for a hotel, you should first decide what your family looks forward to when staying away from home. You need to have a firm grasp of your budget and what you want. To make the stay more relaxing, choose a hotel within your budget that has the most amenities your family looks forward to, whether that’s a pool, WiFi or what have you.

2. Older Children
If you have older children, chances are they are going to want time away from their family to relax alone. Figure out how much you can budget for your older child to do the things they want to do. This will be extremely appreciated by them, and will give you some time to relax!

3. Family Outings
Everyone in your family has their own agenda when they are vacationing. However, as a family, you need time together that does not involve rushing around and getting ready for school or dinner. Plan outings that are appropriate for all of your family and budget them in – perhaps an interactive museum or even a movie. A day at the beach pleases virtually everyone!

4. Packing
Packing may seem like the most stressful part of the trip. Do some research on the weather in the area you are planning to vist a few days before you leave. Check again the night before you leave. Also pack a few things for the unexpected breach in weather plans too!

5. The Trip
Whether you are traveling by plane, train, or car, make sure you pack plenty of things for each of your children to do. For instance, make sure your oldest child has their iPod, or pack a portable DVD player, so that they can stay occupied. They will appreciate this more than they will be willing to admit. For younger children, pack a few toys and books. Try not to choose anything noisy for the trip though, so they don’t annoy the other passengers. This is the perfect time to present a new toy or travel game! Something educational is always beneficial. Don’t forget to pack your younger children’s comfort items either. It would be a very uncomfortable trip if you found yourself hundreds of miles away, or 30,000 feet above the ground, before you remembered you two year old’s favorite cuddle buddy – and then had to pay the consequences in screams and tears.

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4 Places That You Should Visit in Mauritius

February 16th, 2012 Tushar Mathur

Mauritius is a tropical island that is located in the middle of the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Madagascar.  Wonderful beaches, wonderful weather and wonderful hotels make this a place that you should not really consider for your vacations. In this article we will be speaking about 4 places that you need to visit if you want to make the most of your holiday on the tropical island.

Trou aux Cerfs

Trou aux Cerfs is the crater of a dormant volcano that is located in the center of the island in the town of Curepipe. This is a place that you should not miss if you are fond of lush vegetation and also great landscape. From the summit of the crater you will be able to enjoy a breathtaking view on the center of the island. Do not forget your camera while visiting this area.

Quatre Bornes Market

The Quatre Bornes market is located in the town of Quatre Bornes and is definitely a place that you will not want to miss when visiting Mauritius. You will be able to purchase a wide variety of crafts and other cheap clothes. However you need to be careful of counterfeits material there if you do not want to get into trouble with your local customs. Also make sure that you bargain a little if you want to get the best price.

Grand Bassin

Grand Bassin is the crater of a dormant volcano and is surrounded by some really beautiful landscape. If you are lucky you might witness some monkeys playing in their local habitat. Again do not miss your camera if you want to bring some memories back home. This is considered as a sacred lake by the Hindu community of the island and is surrounded by various temples. Just make sure that you respect the dressing code while visiting this place and also refrain from smoking and eating non-vegetarian food there.

Pamplemousses Botanical Garden

This is a garden that is located in the North of the island in the village of the Pamplemousses. The Botanical Garden has been created by Pierre Poivre back when the island was still a colony and has now become of the most famous touristic places of the island. You will be able to find a wide variety of plants from all over the island of Mauritius and also some more exotic ones coming from different part of the world. Do not miss the giant water lilies that can be found in the various ponds.

 

Elijah is a freelance writer that loves to write on everything related to travelling.

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Easy camping tips

September 19th, 2011 Tushar Mathur

When looking for an affordable holiday there really is no better way to do it than camping and caravanning. Whether you’re holidaying with friends, as a couple or as a family you’ll be amazed at how cheap it can be without needing to compromise on any luxuries. Here are some top tips for making your camping or caravanning experience go smoothly.

Buying your ‘accommodation’ – Buying a tent or caravan can be a little stressful due to the huge number of choices available but don’t worry, just take your time and do a little research once you know what type of thing you’re looking for. If you want to save money when buying a caravan you should look for used caravan sales, there are plenty of companies and websites out there who specialise in this kind of thing and who can take you through the whole process. Check out Park Resorts.com who deal with used caravan sales as well as having many different campsites across the UK. If you’re buying a tent then your budget will obviously be much smaller and you can benefit from an even larger selection. If you’re travelling as a party of four then a budget of around £100 can get you a really nice tent, or if you want a bit more living space then push your budget up a bit to accommodate this.

Choosing where to go – Where you go will depend largely on what kind of activities you wish to enjoy when you’re away. Some sites have swimming pools, bars and even whole water parks for guests to enjoy whilst others are quiet and more understated. Be sure to check exactly what the site is like before you book to ensure you don’t end up booking a busy resort when you wanted a quiet one! The Isle of Wight is a popular destination and is easily reached by ferry from the mainland. The tiny island becomes busier during the summer months, especially during festival season when the Isle of Wight festival is in full flow.

Choosing when to go – As with any type of holiday you can make a compromise on business and weather. If you’re willing to travel out of season, especially if you avoid the school holidays, then the sites will be much quieter and less hectic. However, travelling out of season, especially in the UK, means you can’t guarantee the warmer weather you might expect through July and August, so it’s up to you really.

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Tips for cycle trips

August 30th, 2009 Tushar Mathur

Cycling, though not much popular in this fast paced world, is often considered by many adventure loving people an ultimate form of traveling. It is the fastest way to travel and is one of the ways to test the human power. The only disadvantage it has is that it is very slow compared to any other mechanized travel options available now. The most lucrative attraction of cycle tripping is its low cost; you only need to worry about your food and accommodation.
Cycling has many ecological and health advantages. Cycling allow people to make shorter trips more easily. The presence of cyclists also increases scrutiny and safety in an area. Covering distances up to 200 km a day are reasonable, but anything ahead of 100 km will need substantial physical strain and not allow us to enjoy the things on they way. 80 km a day is the finest distance to plan for, as it will give you a sense of accomplishment and also leave sufficient time to stop for food and other activities.
Some precautions you should take when scheduling a bicycle trip:
• Know yourself some basic repairs like patching tires and replacing inner tubes.
• Carry adequate water.
• If you are not wearing gloves, sunscreen is necessary to apply for the protection of your skin from sunburns and skin cancer. • Try to eat energy giving food like fruits, water, and juices. • Keep a lock for the safety.
• Keep a repair kit, pump and spare inner tubes.
• Keep bottles for storing water.
• You will also need tent or sleeping bag if you are not planning to stay in a hotel each night or want to reduce costs.
• Keep the cooking utensils, stove, pots as some people want to avoid restaurant eating, or want to reduce costs. • Keep the helmet for safety.
• Keep the water-proof jacket for protection from rain.
• Wear special shorts with padding to increase comfort.
• For cooler weather wear tights which are more comfortable than pants and easier in cycling. Usually they are up to ankle.
• Use padded gloves to reduce pressure on hands throughout long rides. • To protect your eyes from sun always wear sun glasses.
• Try to keep away from cycling the path where your tyres would damage.
• Give way to others on the road and warn them of your approach.
• Never race on the road if you want to go somewhere quickly.
• It is recommended that you equip your bike with a bell for safety. • Leave the steep and slippery path with care.
• You must get off from low or blind bridges or where the path is very narrow.

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How to Choose the Perfect Waterfront Accommodation

December 8th, 2008 Tushar Mathur

The best idea during your vacation is the idea of having a perfect waterfront accommodation. It holds its own beauty and charm as some of the gorgeous holiday homes are located in waterfront. Imagine that you are living surrounded by white sandy beaches, rivers or lakes! Waterfront accommodation is becoming popular day by day as it makes you live with the nature and water. It makes you feel relaxed and comfortable in the healing breeze and you definitely get rid of the tensions and frustrations grasping you most of the time. Choosing the perfect waterfront accommodation is not an easy task. It can be really very challenging for those who have never ever lived near the seas or oceans and are not familiar with the kind of environment and weather there.

So let us provide you with the easy and understandable tips to choose the fabulous waterfront accommodation for your next vacation.

  1. First ask you the few questions that what exactly you want to see in your waterfront accommodation. If it is your idea of basking under the sun then you must prefer in choosing the accommodation where you will get plenty of sandy beaches with the cool breeze and calmness.
  2. If you want then you can also consider in choosing the waterfront rentals in the lakefront. So it wholly depends upon you where you will actually be comfortable and where you will enjoy the most.
  3. Another important factor is the time of the year and season that will affect the weather and the suitability of any waterfront accommodation. As winters are cold and desolate but summers are hot with large crowds. So do your proper research before choosing the right waterfront accommodation.
  4. Try to avoid larger lakes and rivers as they will be populated by people and hence cost can be high in choosing the cottage waterfront accommodation. It will be better if you choose to stay near the smaller lakes and rivers as they are quiet as well as less populated and less noisy.
  5. Another important thing is to consider what you need. Some people want every luxury during the holiday. Others want to see the attractions and enjoy the fun there. Some people love in enjoying the quiet atmosphere. So decide according to what you actually need. You can get the cottages, villas and other apartments which have their unique facilities available. Seaside accommodations also provide the basic services that come with a full support staff; so you can enjoy simplicity and self-sufficiency or be pampered every minute of the holiday.
  6. Last thing that counts is the budget regarding how much you want to spend.

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Travel: Annual report to the single travel insurance Travel Insurance: What is the best?

October 25th, 2008 Tushar Mathur

Travel and take vacations can be very funny, but it can also be daunting. If something goes wrong, you can find in a foreign country among people with no idea where romvesenene turn for help. Travel avoid this to help you in any unforeseen situations that occur in May a public holiday. Travel can help cover the costs if you are sick or injured, lose their luggage, had a car accident or have to change plans because of weather or disease.

There are two basic types of insurance: Annual Travel insurance and travel insurance only. Annual travel insurance is purchased annually and covers all their travel for the whole year. Single trip travel insurance is purchased at the beginning of each trip and are only good for the tour.

There are advantages and disadvantages to each type of insurance. The next two sections cover the advantages and disadvantages of each.



Pros and cons of travel insurance, annual

When you buy an annual travel insurance, you pay a flat rate. These fees cover the cost of insurance for the whole year. If you travel a lot, that price is almost always less than you pay for many single trip policies. But the price for annual travel insurance is more than what they pay for one or two single trip policies. Therefore, you must have a clear picture of how often you use the insurance before spending money on it.

Annual Travel insurance is ideal for people who travel a lot. Professionals, people with relatives who live abroad, and families with holiday homes generally benefit most from this policy. Students who travel back and forth from school can also benefit from such policies.

Advantages and disadvantages of a single trip Travel Insurance

Travel is the single most cost-effective to buy travel insurance if you need only once or twice a year. It is spontaneous. You can buy travel insurance before the trip, even if it comes to stimulating yet. It is also reasonable. Single trip travel insurance normally costs about four to seven percent of the total costs of prepayment of all travel.

If you made a number of spontaneous travel, but spend most of their negotiation, if you buy a policy every time we leave town.

Annual and single trip Travel Insurance offers the same coverage. The only real difference between them is the price.

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“Are you going to South San Fraaanciscooo…”

October 15th, 2008 Tushar Mathur
When you don’t have any vacations planned, even a simple business trip can be refreshing. Today, I find myself in South San Francisco… that’s the city of South San Francisco, located within spitting distance of San Francisco International Airport.

South San Francisco isn’t know for much from a tourist standpoint. It bills itself as the birthplace of the biotech industry and is home to biotech giant Genentech. Otherwise, I can’t tell you what there is to do in this town. I’m located in a business area, not really next to downtown South San Francisco. I did, however, take a jog from my hotel over to the Oyster Point Marina. From there, I connected to the Bay Trail and where it goes from the marina to Point San Bruno. I really only went as far as the Oyster Point Pier where a handful of fisherman were basking in the sun. To the left, you could see San Francisco in the distance. To the right, planes taking off and landing at SFO. The weather was perfect so it was nice to just get away from the hotel and explore.

Below are a couple more photos taken during my little jaunt…

Oyster Point Marina
Oyster Point Pier
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Cheap Flights To Larnaca Cyprus Are Excellent Value

June 10th, 2008 Tushar Mathur
Whilst looking on the internet for prices of a cheap flight only to Larnaca in Cyprus and perhaps cheap studio apartments in Cyprus, did you also search on property investment here? If you did you would have been amazed at what flashed up on screen, prices at this moment in time are unbelievable. Cyprus developers are offering many incentives to entice you to purchase their property; they might as well be giving them away for virtually nothing. Now that the Republic has joined the Euro, it is expected that prices will start to rise, so if you are looking for property investment, we recommend that now is the best time to invest. Hurry, check out cheap flights to Larnaca Cyprus and grab a bargain.

Cheap studio apartments in Cyprus right through to large villas are now selling so fast that they have sold almost before the advertising ink has dried. There is so much incentive for property investment on the island, and also the prices of cheap flights have a bearing on it, if you chose to keep your investment as a holiday property then obviously the prices of cheap flights to Larnaca in Cyprus will determine the number of times you can visit. We all know that you would want to visit more than just a few times a year.

If you are concerned that the weather may be a little too hot for you, then why not try property in the mountains, it is always a few degrees cooler in the summer and the views are spectacular, they change almost daily, it is quieter than the towns and costal areas, but still with the advantage of only being a short drive back to the sea shore.

Where you purchase your property will obviously be determined by a number of factors. Distance from airport, well Larnaca and Paphos speak for themselves, Limassol is virtually equidistant from either airport being around 75-80 kms, so as you see your cheap flights to Larnaca Cyprus could just as well have been to Paphos.

Cheap flights to Larnaca in Cyprus are on the up as more airlines are flying to the island and even some budget airlines have now started offering a service. Flights to Larnaca are cheap and will continue to be so for the foreseeable future, so this makes your investment even more of an investment as rental of your property becomes more attractive to other holiday makers. So many people do not like the impersonal nature of hotels; they would rather rent cheap studio apartments or villas privately.

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