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Why Staying in a Vacation Rental is the Better Option

April 5, 2017 administrator 14 Comments

The renting out of a furnished apartment, house, or professionally managed resort-condominium complex on a temporary basis to tourists as an alternative to a hotel is known as vacation rental. It is gaining popularity among tourists, backpackers and travelers across the world nowadays for several reasons.

1.Vacation rentals are economical and practical especially for large groups of tourists because they can share a house. Sharing a house promotes better bond and togetherness for the family or for the group since they can share meals and other activities in one place.

2.A vacation rental yields more space at a lower price than a hotel room.

3.Vacation rentals are more private and homey. You will not be required to dress up before breakfast or dinner unlike in many hotels.

4.Vacation rental lets you live like local and gives you better adventure. If you are a traveler who wants to blend in or discover the local culture of the new place, then you should consider vacation rental as they are usually located in residential areas where you can hang out in local destinations and get to know your neighbors.

5.Vacation rentals offer more flexible schedule for tourists. While some hotels have minimum stays, vacation rentals are viable option especially when you only want a short city breaks or an overnight stay.

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Do’s and Don’ts When Visiting Thailand Temples

November 22, 2016 administrator 6 Comments

Thai temples also known as “wats” are the beautiful representations of historical and cultural significance. Buddhism is a central element of Thailand culture. Monks have a certain identity and are surprisingly friendly and many speak English and have kept up with the times.

Thai temples are usually located in a courtyard with housing and small worship areas. The sheltered areas with Buddha statues are known as Bots. These areas are considered more sacred and as such rules of etiquette should be followed.

Step over the threshold not on it when walking into a temple
Dress modestly covering your knees and shoulders
Remove your hats, sunglasses, shoes before entering

Never turn your back away from the Buddha statue but rather back away facing the statue
Don’t touch sacred objects in the worship area
Do not raise yourself higher than the image of the Buddha
Sit with your legs underneath you when worshiping in the Bots area. Avoid pointing your feet at the image of the Buddha

If you are sitting, stand up when monks or nuns enter the Bot
Use your right hand when giving or receiving something from a monk
Women are not allowed to touch a monk or his robes or cross their legs in the presence of a monk
Treat monks with the highest respect
Don’t point at a monk or Buddha statue, either with your fingers or feet.

Don’t touch a Buddha
Smoking, spitting, chewing gum, or eating are not allowed
Don’t photograph or disturb monks or others who are worshiping
Learn a few basic phrases in Thai, like ‘hello’ and ‘thank you’
Turn off your mobile phone
Keep your voice low at all times

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Things to Bring when Camping

November 8, 2016 administrator 2 Comments

Camping outside is no joke especially for those who are just beginners in the nature tripping hobby. Here is a list of some essential things that you must bring when camping.

Flashlight

Light is scarce in the wild so you have to always be prepared. This also serves as a safety precaution in the wilderness.

Food and Water

You need these to sustain yourself in the wild. Never be too cheap on when it comes to these essentials!

Clothes

The wild is rough and dirty so you must always be ready with spare clothes, just in case you need some.

Sturdy shoes or sandals

It gets rocky out there, and you would’nt want to hurt or injure yourself when walking around. So gear up!

Tent and insect repellant

One of the most important things you should bring to ensure that your health is not compromised. You’re never too sure about the environment that you will be staying in so come prepared!

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Useful Travel Tips

August 2, 2016 administrator 14 Comments

Traveling is exciting, but preparing for it can be a big headache. We have collected the most-approved travel tips to save you from troubles you might encounter during your trips.

Roll the clothes instead of folding them to save space. Rolled clothes can make full use of the suitcase space. You can fill up the small space with socks, underwear and other small items. Rolling can also prevent wrinkles.
Exercise the day before your trip to avoid jet lag.
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Scan your passport, identity cards and itinerary then send copies to yourself to prevent important materials being stolen or lost.
Put necklaces through straws to prevent tangles.
Wear clothes with many pockets so you don’t need to frequently open your luggage.
Take pictures of maps, notes and itinerary with your camera or cell phone to save space.
When choosing flight seats for two, choose the window and aisle one. It’s most likely that the middle seat will remain empty. Even if it’s taken, you can swap seats and sit together.
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Mark your suitcase as fragile and it will be handled carefully. It will also be placed above other suitcases and be the first to be put onto the conveyor belt.
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Can’t remember where you were when you took photos? Simply take a picture of the ticket or road sign before taking photos of a new destination.
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Unpack everything upon arrival. The longer you wait, the more reluctant you are to move.