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How to Afford Trips in Tough Economic Times (Part 2)
Posted by Noemi as Backpacking & Budget, Tips
In the previous post, we took a look at 2 tips that can help you afford to go on a vacation despite the fact that money might be a little tight. To recap, the two tips are to reconsider your priorities and to consider going on a trip closer to home. Here are some more tips for you.
Always be on the lookout for special promos
Travel agencies, hotels, and airlines always have some sort of promo going on. Despite the economic problems – or maybe because of them – businesses in the travel industry seem to be giving a lot of incentives to travelers. Just last month, we were able to get free tickets to a domestic flight (round trip!). A local carrier, Cebu Pacific, gave away some 50,000 seats absolutely free – no taxes, no …
Jun|02|2011
How to Afford Trips in Tough Economic Times
Posted by Noemi as Backpacking & Budget, Tips
We are used to traveling at least twice a year. I guess it has become sort of a tradition for us. Traveling is the way that we are able to get away from the stresses of our daily lives and it also provides us something to look forward to. This year, however, it has been tough trying to get things together. We have not been exempt from the economic crisis that has been going on for quite some time. We were able to go to a nearby beach in May and August but have not been able to arrange anything else. I do know, however, that it is still possible to at least have one or two trips despite the tough financial times. If you are thinking about how to manage your own …
May|10|2011
Asian Countries You Must Visit (At Least Once)
Posted by as Asia, Backpacking & Budget, Destinations, Features, Travelogger
It is the largest continent, the home to 60% of the world’s population, the origin of modern civilization, and the birthplace of major world religions. Now who says it is okay to miss travelling to Asia?
But it’s so huge. How can you choose which of its 48 countries to visit first? We’ll make it easier for you. Here are the top four must-visit Asian countries before you die.
Thailand is known for it’s pristine sandy beaches, spicy food and tranquil Buddhist temples. Some of the major sights and destinations are Phuket Island, Chiang Rai, Wat Rong Khun, and the Royal Palace. If you get bored, stroll around the palaces and then eat jasmine rice. Just don’t touch anyone on the head or point with your foot or you’ll be finished with Muay Thai.
Book your Treasures of Thailand Tour here…
Apr|14|2011
Use European City Cards to Make Some Huge Savings
Posted by Noemi as Backpacking & Budget, Cities, Destinations, Europe, Features, Tips
Traveling in the summer may not be that appealing to some people. In spite of the excellent weather in many places, there are just too many other tourists who pack their bags and hit the roads at this time. Still, if you do not mind the crowds, then these next couple of months is the perfect time to go visit the continent across the ocean.
Carousing around Europe is part of every traveler’s dream. However, we all know just how heavy on the pockets this could be. One critical weapon in the traveler’s arsenal is the city card. Major European cities offer these cards to visitors and locals alike, in an effort to help them make some savings. Here are some city cards that you should take a look at.
Barcelona Card
If you’re heading …
Feb|16|2011
Call India at Good Rates with a Calling Card
Posted by as Adventure, Around The World, Backpacking & Budget, Business, Family
When you’re traveling to India, there are the usual things to take into consideration – where you’ll be staying, where you can get something good to eat, as well as where to take off some of the stress and relax – and then there are some finer details you’ll have to figure out in order to ensure that your trip would be as productive and convenient as possible. Staying connected is always important, and a good deal on a calling card can help you keep in touch with your friends and relatives while you’re exploring India!
If you’ve got a good calling card, your friends would be able to call India at some extremely good rates (judging from what’s been populating the market lately), allowing you to remain in contact with them. It works both ways – the proper deal on a calling card will …
Oct|30|2010
Backpacking? Do You Have Travel Insurance?
Posted by Noemi as Backpacking & Budget, Tips
Backpacking is not for everyone, but there is no denying that it is one of the most interesting – and perhaps most fulfilling – ways that you can travel. While backpacking is affordable and simplifies many things, there are certain considerations that every backpacker must bear in mind. One of them is travel insurance.
In some cases, you will have to get travel insurance to be granted a visa to certain countries anyway. If you are planning an extended backpacking trip, you might as well go for travel insurance plans that are geared to meet the needs of backpackers. Top tips for picking out travel insurance for backpackers coming up!
Get a high level of health coverage
You have to face it – traipsing around the world, visiting strange places, and ingesting novel kinds of food may not be …
Jun|23|2010
Chatuchak Weekend Market in Thailand
Posted by Backpacker as Asia, Backpacking & Budget, Shopping
Now here’s a shopper’s haven. If you’re into a real shopping experience, you should try the Chatuchak weekend market in Thailand. Situated right next to Chatuchak Park in Bangkok, adjacent to the Kamphaengphet metro rail station, the weekend market is where you can get great deals on all sorts of goods, from clothes, electronics, dry goods, farm produce, and foodstuffs. You get good prices whether on wholesale or retail goods, all at unbelievably low prices. You also get to enjoy thousands of food stalls serving a variety of Thai delicacies–you should kow that Thailand is famous for its street delicacies.
And here’s even better news, Chatuchak is also situated near several mid-range to high-end hotels, so you don’t have to go far from the comforts of your hotel to enjoy all-day cheap thrills.
Areas
The Chatuchak weekend market is basically divided into several zones:
Trees Sep|06|2009 Posted by Noemi as Air Travel, Backpacking & Budget, News With operating costs going nowhere but up, airlines are continually on the look out for ways to save them on money. One of those things is to pack more passengers in each airplane. Of course, you can only put so many seats in a given space. To solve this problem, a British design company has come up with a new design for airplane seating. Take a look at this. So how about sitting sideways? I honestly think it looks cheap and scary. It looks something like a bus – not that buses are always scary, but to actually fly tens of thousands of feet up in the air on those flimsy looking seats is something else. I saw this photo over at Flight Global, which reports: Design Q’s preliminary image, revealed to the world for the first time …
Feb|26|2009 Posted by Noemi as Air Travel, Backpacking & Budget, Cruises, Hotels, Resorts, Tips, Transport Sure shot travel options with lower rates include: Cruises – Whether headed out to the Carribean, going on a European cruise, or want to visit South America …
Feb|24|2009 Posted by Noemi as Backpacking & Budget, Destinations 1. The Hidden Valley – A famous mountain resort with first class amenities. I’ve never been there and always only think about going there someday but that day still hasn’t arrived. 2. The peak of the mountain near our place – My number one reason for not reaching the …
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Travel Rates Go Down with the Economy
With the economic crisis pulling everyone’s mood down, travelers at least have something to smile about – travel costs. The travel/tourism industry is feeling the effects of the crisis since vacations and other non-essentials are of course one of the first things cut off from ordinary people’s budget when things get tight. In response to the drop in both local and international travel almost all businesses relying on tourists are giving promos and specials to encourage people to still go ahead with their plans. So before you cancel the family trip or romantic getaway you’ve been saving up for so long check the current rates because even with a smaller budget you might actually get a better bargain.
So Near Yet So Far
After writing about reasons why we should go ahead and visit local places I naturally started thinking about the places I still haven’t visited (or have visited but only once or twice way back when I was still a kid) that are near my hometown that I want to go to. To narrow down the list I define local places as places to within a couple of hours drive from my parents’ house. Here’s my top 5 local places I need to visit. Hopefully in the next couple of years I would have visited most of them.
