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Three Reasons Why People Don’t Travel Internationally (And Why They’re Wrong)

International travel is a dream of many, but most people never achieve it. That’s not because it’s impossible. In fact, regular globe-hopping is well within the skills and capabilities of many people. We miss out because of one of several reasons: we’re overly committed back home, we don’t have the time or money, we just don’t make it happen because that’s not something most people do. There are good reasons why each one of these arguments for the status quo breaks down. We’ll take a look at those arguments and hopefully convince you to catch a flight or jump aboard…

Top 3 Great Ways to Save up for Your Travels

If you taken the plunge and decided to ditch your job or quit the ‘normal’ world for a while and travel then now will be a very exciting time for you, planning where you will go and how you will travel is part of the experience itself. On the flip side, thoughts will have also turned to financing your trip, after all the more money you have, the more places you can visit and the more adventures you can have. The truth is that saving up for your travels is not as difficult as it may seem, especially if you…

EHIC – European Beach Destinations

Each year, thousands of Brits travel abroad to Europe on holiday to escape the stresses of everyday life and to unwind. Beach holidays are without a doubt the best holidays when it comes to relaxation. So if you are in the mood for sun, sea and sand this year, remember to pack your bags and that all important EHIC. For those of you who are not in the know, EHIC is short for European Health Insurance Card and entitles you to state provided healthcare at a reduced cost or in some cases even for free in any European Union Country…

5 Thrillingly Haunted Dublin Locations to Enjoy. Stay in budget hotels.

Five Spooky Sites in Dublin  Down through the centuries, Irish people have thrilled to the scary stories told by fire light of witches, ghosts and banshees that howl outside your door and Dubliners have enjoyed those stories as much as rural folk. Ireland’s capital, with a long and bloody history to choose from, has got plenty of its own spooky tales to tell so we thought we’d pick out five places where spectral beings are said to roam in Dublin. Shack up in the security of a comfortable bed at a budget hotel like Travelodge Dublin Hotels and prepare to…

Coolest Neighborhoods in New York City to Explore

New York is by far one of the coolest cities in the World, an incredible mash-up of cultures and people from many countries that live here give the Big Apple its charm, charisma and its reputation. If you haven’t visited New York yet then I implore you to add it into your travel plans for this year, so much to do, so much to see and every day will be completely different from the next as you explore the heart of this famous city. To keep your trip stress free then consider an airport transfer from JFK, the last thing you need…

Tips to Make a Day of Travel Less of a Headache

The most popular reason that the majority of us travel is for our vacations or to see family or friends, both exciting and fun things to do. Sadly the fun can often be sucked out of it when we are staring down the barrel of a long voyage. Long travel days can lead to weariness, anger, frustration, stress and a generally feeling of loathing. The most frustrating part is the waiting, waiting to check in, waiting to board flights or trains, waiting for taxis, waiting to go through security or even waiting to depart once you are on board.  Fortunately,…

Most Exciting Countries Opening up to Tourism

Are you a natural adventurer? Do long to get off the beaten path? Well, if you love travel but are not looking for touristy resorts and want something new, here are some of the most exciting countries opening up to tourism. Cuba For Americans, travel to Cuba had been banned for decades. Though just off the coast of Florida, Cold War politics had led to a embargo of goods and travel to Cuba. In recent years President Obama has eased travel restrictions opening up this beautiful Caribbean island for tourism. Since Cuba has been accessible for tourists from nearly all…