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7 tips for traveling in India by train

Although India has become a hot tourist destination in the resent years, there must be many of you who would be coming here for the first time. Apart from the cultural differences, there are many other things to remember when you are in India. Indian Railways is the… read full article

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A guide to surviving India

You might love India, you might hate it; but one thing’s for sure – you’ll never be unaffected by it. This country of a billion is more than just an assault on the senses, as travel writers like to call it. It’s vast, noisy, incredibly diverse, ostentatious, incredibly wealthy, dirt… read full article

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India for women: 6 tips for female travelers

India can be challenging for a Western female traveler. It is generally safe, but to make things easier, here are some tips for the trip:

  • Come prepared for being the center of attention

Often it is friendly and curious, and people can be incredibly welcoming, but for a traveling woman, all… read full article

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How to avoid monkey pickpockets in Thailand

Monkeys are a very popular tourist attraction in Thailand. People enjoy watching and feeding them but should be careful, because monkeys can be very clever and steal food and belongings.

When you visit the monastery overlooking the thinnest part of in Prachuap Khiri Khan take a stick, a very… read full article

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How to travel safely in India

Although India is a beautiful country with friendly people, there are many things that people coming from other countries take for granted, about safety issues. As you come out of the airport on landing, you are on a new adventure! So, before you plan your vacation in India… read full article

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10 beach safety tips when traveling in Australia

Australia boasts thousands of kilometers of beautiful beaches. Australian beaches are well prepared for emergencies, and the life saving and medical services are very reliable.

Here are the things you need to know if you are on vacation in Australia and want to explore the fantastic sandy beaches of… read full article

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3 tips for staying focused on the road when traveling with kids

road trip with kidsAccording to AAA (American Automobile Association), more than a million and a half car accidents each year can be attributed to driver distraction. Around 24% of these crashes are a direct result of drivers being distracted by children in the backseat.

As anyone who has traveled with… read full article

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20 travel tips for senior citizens

When the travel bug catches you a little later in life, I would say, is the best time for you, as there is no responsibility and you have all the time in the world to explore new destinations.

However, as much as there is to see in a… read full article

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How to avoid pickpockets in Madrid

Madrid metro stationI am a Japanese American woman: small, fairly innocent looking, usually alone, and a target for pickpockets.

I have lived in Madrid for over 9 months and have experienced a variety of attempted robberies. Unfortunately, one must be very careful when visiting Madrid because one of the sneakiest… read full article

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Australia basics for independent travelers

For those traveling outside the tourist machine, a few fundamental things should be known about Australia.

australia-backpack.jpgSafety, security and knowing how to do what you want to do are important. Independent travelers can see more of Australia than most people. Get the basics right, and the rest is easy.

Australia may… read full article

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