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Getting Ready for Holiday Travels: Easy and Cheap Holiday Planning Tips

The 2022 holiday travel season is almost here and it’s more likely to be a very busy one. Consumers are making holiday travel plans and are also concerned about potential price hikes,  flight delays or cancellations, baggage issues,  and long security lines.

Below are some tips that can help you get prepared for holiday travel which will help you to avoid being stressed.

Purchase your ticket

Well, if you want to take a plane, the plane ticket is already high and increasing by the day. So, if you’re looking for the best deal on a flight for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or  New Year’s you might want to buy it right now.

According to different travel outlets reports, it shows this holiday season plane tickets can expect to rise   40-45%  more than last year.

This means you find the best deals right now,  book it sooner rather than later. You might decide to wait but there is no guarantee the prices will go down.

airline ticket

Avoid Busy Travel Days

Sometimes it’s hard to get the days off that you want, so you have to schedule your traveling plans with what you have, which might end up being busy days that you should avoid. But if you can, try to avoid the hassle of busy travel days.

Don’t travel the day before and after Thanksgiving or Christmas tends to be the busiest for travel. These days have a high demand for flights because everybody is trying to rush to their destination, and prices may also be higher. So, if you can, for thanksgiving, travel on Tuesday and maybe return on Saturday or Monday.

Sunday won’t be a good idea because it seems like everyone will be traveling to get back. You will pay more and be in crowded airports. For Christmas, I can’t tell a specific day because it goes with a date, unlike  Thanksgiving we know it’s the last Thursday of November.

With that being said, consider traveling several days before and after Christmas day. You can expect crowds at the airport around the holidays, so check-in and security lines may be long. Get to the airport early, so you don’t miss your flight.

people at the airport

Limit your  packing

Limiting what you can take on your holiday trip can be somehow useful. Sometimes we want to carry extra stuff for emergencies because we can’t predict what can happen so we wanna be ready for any changes. But carrying less is good, meaning you can just travel with a carry-on instead of checking in luggage.

Traveling with a carry-on can save you time and money and here is how. First, most flights charge you for checked-in luggage and the prices are different depending on the airline.

Second, when you get to your destination you have to go to retrieve your luggage which can be time-consuming in big airports like Atlanta, where it can take you 15-20 minutes to get to baggage claim depending on what terminal you are at and once you there sometimes you have to wait before they release luggage.

lady reading newspaper next to open luggages

Another thing you can encounter is luggage being lost or headed to different destinations from you. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation reports more than one million bags were mishandled by airlines between January and June 2022. That’s up from 629,000 in 2021. This can be very stressful especially when you have important things in your luggage and you can’t get hold of it.

If you are planning to travel this holiday season you may want to avoid checking your bags. It will be a good idea if you try and fit everything into a carry-on so you can avoid all the hassle.

Give yourself time

clock towers

Giving yourself time is the key to not getting stressed.  When you are purchasing your ticket make sure you consider time in many factors. 

For instance, get a ticket that will give you enough room for you to get to the airport without any delays.  If your flight requires a connection, make sure you have enough time for a layover before your connection flight.  

You don’t want to have 15 minutes between the flights’ and chances are you will miss that flight. You also might want to download the airline’s app and turn on the notification so you can get important information such as flight cancellations or delays. 

All in all the holidays can be very stressful, and you don’t want to add extra stress on yourself.  Unfortunately, you can’t predict how crowds will look or if there are going to be flight delays or lost luggage.

The only thing you can do is to prevent or avoid the chaos by traveling on less popular days. Also, you can purchase your ticket early and don’t forget to give yourself enough time if you have to transit or if you have a long drive to the airport. 

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Weekend Getaway to Atlanta: 4 Days In Atlanta Itinerary For Two

Atlanta is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the eighth most populous city in the Southeast and 38th most populous city in the United States according to the 2020 U.S. census.

Atlanta is home to major attractions in the U.S such as the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, Atlanta botanical garden, and many more.

Every place you go there are the goods and bad so we will try to analyze our experience, and we are sure everybody has a different experience. 

We will go over our experience with attractions, transportation, restaurants, etc. We spend  4 days it was labor day weekend from Saturday to Tuesday.  We did have time to explore the city and have some opinions, without further due let’s start.

So How can you spend 3 or 4 days in Atlanta?

Traveling to Atlanta For Two

We flew to Atlanta on Saturday, as usual, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International airport is always busy no surprise this airport has been ranked as the world’s busiest airport by passenger traffic since 1998, briefly losing its title in 2020 due to the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States and regaining it in 2021.

After we landed it took us about one hour to get out of the airport, yes from our gate to pick up our checked-in luggage and to the parking lot.  Well, we didn’t have any issues at the airport but it was a long walk. 

We didn’t do rental reservations, so we used uber to get around which was kind of expensive, according to our hotel receptionist he said its because there was a lot going on in the city, there was a baseball game, college football, concerts, and pride parade all this on one weekend.

 

The Best Attractions and Sightseeing In Atlanta

Atlanta has a lot to offer when comes to attractions and sightseeing. There are a lot of things to do around the city. For us, this was the best part of the trip because we were able to enjoy it even though was crowded.

We were able to visit the Georgia Aquarium, The World of Coca-Cola, the Atlanta botanical garden, Centennial Olympic Park, Martin Luther King Jr National Park, Ponce city market, and the College Football Hall of fame (we were lucky because it was free that weekend).

Another thing we did was a hoop in Skyview Atlanta. Everything was great in these places the only issue was the crowd was big. 

Georgia Aquarium

The Georgia Aquarium is one of the largest aquariums in the world and it houses more than 20,000 marine creatures. It is located in Atlanta and it is open daily from 9am to 5pm.

How Many Whale Sharks Are In The Georgia Aquarium?

There are currently four spotted whale sharks in the Georgia Aquarium, in the aquarium’s Ocean Voyager gallery. The whale sharks at the Georgia Aquarium were all born in captivity. The aquarium also houses other types of sharks like sandbar sharks, pacific blacktip reef sharks, and more.

The World of Coca-Cola

The World of Coca-Cola

The World of Coca-Cola is an interactive museum that offers visitors the opportunity to explore the history of Coca-Cola and its impact on global culture.

Visitors can learn about the company’s history through interactive exhibits and see how it has evolved over time. They can also sample different types of Coke from around the world or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants inside the building.

The Atlanta Botanical Garden

atlanta botanical garden

The Atlanta Botanical Garden is a botanical garden in the city of Atlanta, Georgia. It is located on 13 acres in Midtown, adjacent to Piedmont Park. It would take you about 2 hours to walk through Atlanta Botanical Garden.

When is the best time to visit Atlanta Botanical Garden?

The best time to visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden is in the springtime when the flowers are in bloom. The gardens are also open during the summer and fall, but the heat can be oppressive and the crowds can be larger.

If you do visit during the summer, try to go early in the morning or late in the evening, when it is cooler.

Winter is a beautiful time to visit the Garden as well, although some of the outdoor areas may be closed. The indoor conservatory is always open and is a great place to escape the cold.

Keep in mind that parking can be difficult, especially on weekends, so plan accordingly.

How many lights are at Atlanta Botanical Garden?

The Garden’s Holiday Lights display is one of the most anticipated events of the year. Visitors can stroll through gardens transformed by more than 2 billion lights. The Lights display runs from mid-November through January.

Martin Luther King Jr National Park

The World of Coca-Cola

The Martin Luther King Jr National Park is a national park in the United States that commemorates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

CNN In Atlanta

CNN building atlanta

 

The College Football Hall of Fame

The College Football Hall of Fame

What is the best place to eat in Atlanta?

This is where we had a major issue. Usually, when we travel in different cities we like to try new restaurants that are not in our city or not chain restaurants that are a  no, no.

So we usually take recommendations from yelp, TikTok, or Instagram, and we go from there. But recently most of our recommendations come from TikTok.   TikTok never failed us(lol)  but this time we were surprised at how things turned out. 

Southern Fire Kitchen In Atlanta, GA

Our first restaurant was  Southern Fire Kitchen. We saw this restaurant on TikTok. The food looks really good so we thought why not give it a try? According to the restaurant website, it shows it opens at 4 -11:30 pm no reservations are required.

So we decided to go around 8 pm it was a little bit far from downtown.  We arrived there the restaurant was at the strip mall and was giving a nightclub vibe, we did not expect that.

Then we saw a long line outside and we proceed to the staff/receptionist who was outside and asked if we can get in or what are the procedures to get in. To our surprise, the lady told us the waiting list is full and they are closed.

We didn’t get that because the restaurant website showed it closes at 11:30 pm and we didn’t need any reservations. So we didn’t really know what is going on. 

As I mentioned the restaurant was at the strip mall so people were waiting outside some in their cars so is kind of uncomfortable if you are from out of town or not used to the area. We did not get a chance to get in and we think that was misleading and poor customer service on their part.

Lily’s Restaurant & Lounge

Well, we still wanted to eat, so we take a look at our list and see if we can find something close to that area.  Then we found a restaurant calls Lily’s,  the picture, environment, and food look good, but we decided to call before going so we don’t waste our time.

We called and the lady say we can’t make a reservation we can get there and wait to be seated we asked how long is the wait. She said she can’t tell but usually is 30 minutes, we are like okay since there is a place to sit, and maybe we can have a drink while we are waiting.

Well, we got there was crowded and again it gave us nightclub vibes. There was a bouncer outside who asked us if we have a reservation, and we explain what we have been told over the phone.

The bouncer told us to wait so he can check with the receptionist, then he came back and say the wait is 1-2 hours and there is nowhere to sit if we want we can try the nightclub upstairs. 

My question is why the lady who spoke to us did not tell us all this over the phone when we call? We were more than disappointed. At this time we were so tired from all this and went back to the hotel.

Atlanta Breakfast Club

Well the next day, still on our tour we said let’s go for brunch since we have plans to visit the Georgia Aquarium we decide to search for restaurants around that area that’s when we saw Atlanta Breakfast Club.

The food looks good but the place was parked and we arrived at  10:30  we were  #137 on the waiting list at around 2:17 pm we received a text that our table now is ready, and we were long gone.  We couldn’t wait that long because we had some other things to do and places to be. 

So next door to Atlanta Breakfast Club there is a restaurant that has brunch too its called Suite Food Lounge, so we decided to take a shot.  Well, we went there and we encounter two bouncers who asked for our IDs and search our purses.

We were kind of shocked most of the restaurants we visit they have to strip-search us and show our IDs, which was new to us we never experience that in any other cities we traveled to.

We get in and ordered our food which was okay not wow.  Another thing we experience is that in every restaurant there is shisha. This is new to us because we midwesterners have not seen shisha in a regular restaurant. 

We did not say there is no shisha in the midwest, is just not regular at the restaurants, the restaurant might have shisha but they have a designated section for that.  Another thing we experience is that when a bill comes they already add tip/gratuity on your total bill so if you add tip you will be paying twice.

BQE Restaurant

On another day we want to have dinner at a fancy bbq/ soul food restaurant so we did our search then we came up with BQE Restaurant, we browsed the website, and the restaurant had a reservation policy that we read and follow. Then there is the dress code etc. We were so excited now we are going to some decent place. 

So we made our reservation and then we went. When we get close by according to GPS the environment was not giving like we are going somewhere fancy, the place look off and we checked the address it was correct.

We got there were homeless people sleeping or sitting around, they didn’t have parking if they did was maybe behind the building which we didn’t even want to get there.

We were curious to see inside because what we saw on the website was totally different from what was in front of us. We walked to the door here we go there is a bouncer ready to check our IDs and search our purses by this time we know the routine. 

So we got in omg it was totally different nothing looks like their website it took more than 10 minutes for a waitress to come and take care of us, we were hungry so we said let’s order we ordered some food which looked like was not cooked there,  the food came before drinks not only that the food was served with disposable silverware/utensils that were enough for us, we feel like we got robbed.

Conclusion

Usually, when we travel we like to visit some places we saw on social media, tv shows, etc. Most of the time they have been exactly like what we saw or imagined but Atlanta was the opposite we feel like scammed, and what you see on a website or social media is not real life.

But we did enjoy the attractions and we were able to go to  Atlanta Breakfast Club which we really like the brunch was worth waiting for. Atlanta Breakfast Club is the only place we did not see on social media we just found it while we were there.

They have good customer service and there was some entertainment while we were waiting outside. And for our last dinner, we didn’t t wanna encounter another situation so we ended up at Fogo de Chao, and was nice. 

 

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The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum (Should You Visit?)

Ark Encounter is a  theme park located in Williamstown, Kentucky, in the United States. The main attraction of the park features a full-size Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions given in the Bible. Spanning 510 feet long, 85 feet wide, and 51 feet high, this modern engineering marvel amazes visitors young and old.  

How much does it cost to get in the Ark Encounter?

the ark encounter entrance

There are different ticket prices to get to the par and activities. There are One-day tickets that cost $54.95 for adults (ages 18-59), $44.95 for seniors (ages 60 and older), $24.95 for youths (ages 11 to 17), and children under 10 are free.

The theme park also offers different combo ticket options such as three-day and annual passes that offer special parking options. Tickets are available online and at the park. 

When you arrive, you will take a shuttle from the parking area to the ark location which is a mile away from the parking lot and visitor center.

Parking costs are $15 for standard vehicles and $20 for oversized vehicles. Parking is also available for RVs and motorcycles, but it is not allowed overnight.

How long does it take to walk through the Ark Encounter?

The ark has three decks,  visitors will start to enter on the lowest deck and move between decks on ramps constructed through the center of the ark. There are132 bays, each standing about 18 feet those bays are arranged in three decks.  

You will need approximately 3 – 4 hours to walk thru the Ark Encounter. The first deck contains models of some animals that are believed could have been on the ark, but there are no live animals within the exhibit.  The second deck contains more animal models, along with dioramas of Noah’s workshop and a blacksmith.  

The third deck contains displays presenting what is believed might have happened inside and outside the ark during the flood. 

ark encounter

The Ark has State of Art Exhibits, the living quarters where you can find out how Noah and his family might have lived on the Ark from cooking food to sleeping, recreation, and even gardening.

The Ark Encounter also has a variety of events to enhance your visit, from daily speakers, live animal encounters, the creation museum, and movie presentations to concerts in the Answers Center 

 

Things to do at ark encounter

Besides the Ark Encounter itself, there are a handful of other attractions within the theme park.

The Ark Gift Shop

The gift shop is located on the lower level of Ark.  You can find some souvenirs to remember your Ark Encounter experience for years to come. Explore a wide range of books, DVDs, apparel, stuffed animals, and handmade gifts.

There is something for everyone inside the gift shop. While you are inside the shop you can enjoy a sweet treat from Uncle LeRoy’s Fudge,  or enjoy a coffee or hot chocolate from Kezia’s Coffee.

Emzara’s kitchen

Emzara’s Kitchen is a two-story, buffet-style restaurant with a capacity of 1,500 guests, making it one of the largest restaurants in the world. There is a variety of delicious hot entrees, salads, and desserts including food-allergy sensitive options.

Emzara's Kitchen

You can enjoy a spectacular view of the Ark when you grab something to eat before or after you board. The restaurant opens  Sundays:  from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Monday to Saturday from  11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 

fudge shop at the ark encounter

Buffett prices are as follows adults and youth(age 11-59) $16.99, Seniors (age 60+) $14.99, Children (age 5-10) $8.99, and 4 and under(age 0-4) Free.

 

Ziplining

For those who like adventure, the zipline is something you don’t want to miss at the Ark encounter.  There are several activities, all overseen by trained staff and held to high standards of safety..For everyone’s safety, there are requirements that must be met such as age, weight, and health limitations which vary between activities.

Virtual reality theater-Truth Traveler

Located outside the Ark, the virtuality reality theater shows the Truth Traveler’s A Flood of Reality is a totally immersive 4K virtual reality experience that will feel like a “ride,” though you will be comfortably and safely seated in MX4D  Motion EFX Experience seats while wearing a state-of-the-art VR headset.

virtual reality at the ark encounter

Your seat will move and provide a variety of special effects in coordination with what you see and hear in your VR headset. Enjoy the Truth Traveler time machine and journey back to the time of Noah in an immersive virtual reality experience, you will witness the building of Noah’s ark, experience the flood, venture inside the ark with the animals, and more exciting surprises along the way.

The  Flood of Reality VR experience shows throughout most of the day. Separate timed tickets are required.Tickets prices are Regular (ages 11+): $14.99 Children  (under 10): $9.99 .Tickets can only be purchased onsite at the Ark Encounter’s Truth Traveler building. Due to high demand, they recommend you purchase your tickets and secure a time for your VR experience soon after your arrival.

Ararat Ridge Zoo

If you are an animal lover, don’t miss the opportunity to visit animals of all shapes and sizes at the Ararat Ridge Zoo. It’s a fun place for all ages and provides biblical teaching on the animal kingdom. 

At Ararat Ridge Zoo, you’ll encounter mammals, birds, and reptiles from every corner of the planet. There are a lot of zoo activities such as animal encounters, keepers chats, camel encounters, camel rides, and kangaroo walkabouts.

The zoo, petting area, kangaroo walkabout, and animal shows are included with Ark Encounter admission. Camel rides and camel encounters have an additional cost.

All in all the Ark Encounter is one of the must-visit, it’s a good place for family and friends to enjoy.

Directions to The Ark Encounter

 

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13 Travel Must-Haves That Are TSA Approved 2021

There are lots of things you can’t take through airport security checkpoints—knives, liquids over 3.4 ounces, and more—but there are also items you won’t be allowed to bring on board. These items are usually banned for safety reasons, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have them with you when you fly. (In fact, you probably want to.) These 13 items should be in every travel bag, and they’re all TSA-approved.

Refillable 4-in-1 Travel Dispenser Bottle Set for Toiletries Lotion Shampoo.

This unique Nacuwa  4-in-1 travel dispenser its design features 4 refillable travel bottles in one convenient case. This clever design prevents leaks when on the move and is suitable for most liquids and lotions.

It the ideal space saver for all your favorite lotions, shampoos, and other toiletry products you can carry all of them in one place. Built with an easy-spray design and easy to carry.  It’s also  TSA approved.  

Check it out here

Lightweight Hair Dryer for Travel

This portable hairdryer is the perfect size on the go.  It only weighs  340g, which is equivalent to an iPhone. With this hair dryer, you can style your hair anytime and anywhere.

You don’t have to worry about not carrying your traditional hair dryer, it’s a space saver and very convenient because you can carry it anywhere. Check it out here

 

Mini Portable Travel Soap Paper Sheets 

This is the must-have product right now, especially when people are trying to stay clean and avoiding to spread germs.  These portable soap paper sheets are made of natural premium quality biodegradable environment material, pure natural plant extract.

Safe, without side effects, does not leave your hands ashy and dry. You can use them anywhere even if you are not traveling because they are very useful.

All you need is to take out a soap sheet put a small amount of water to wet the soap sheet, gently rub your hands to produce foam then wash your hands with water, you are done! You can keep your hands clean and healthy everywhere. Check out here

Travel Laundry Bag

 

It’s always good to separate your dirty clothes from your clean clothes, especially when you are travel. The travel laundry bad is a good idea to have with you when you are traveling.

The Miamica travel laundry bag conveniently keeps your dirty laundry separated from your clean clothes while traveling.

It is expandable with drawstring closure, laundry bag starts out small for easy packing and then unzips to open up and hold your dirty laundry. Its also lightweight, and microfiber material that is torn- and moisture-resistant. Check it out here

Collapsible Water Bottle

This foldable collapsible water bottle looks like an hourglass, the shape of the bottle fits wonderfully in your hand, let you more comfortable to grip it, steady base, and flexible silicone body, you can adjust the height of it to match the size of your drink.

The bottle has a maximum capacity of is 500 ML/ 17 OZ and becomes super small(1.5inch) when folded and fits in a pocket which makes it easier to carry it around. 

It also equipped with a carabiner that can be hung on a backpack or everywhere. This portable water bottle is reusable and great for travel, camping, hiking.

Made of durable food-grade premium silicone, BPA-free, odor-free, soft, lightweight but thick enough to be sturdy and to hold the shape.

More durable and flexible than ordinary glass and plastic bottles. The sealing performance of this portable water bottle is outstanding, the lid has a nice screw-on drinking cap that does not leak and stays pretty secure.

Check it out here

Toothbrush UV Sanitizer Box Case

 

Sometimes when we travel we don’t put things where they should be, this toothbrush sanitizer kills bacteria to prevent infectious diseases, gum disease, cavities & life-threatening diseases! Eliminates up to 99.9% of the germs and bacteria on your toothbrush.

Built-in 1pcs UVC LED, which can allow you to sanitize your toothbrush easily in travel, hotel, or office. Brush your teeth healthier by taking only 3 minutes every day. Comes in small size and lightweight, about half of your hand, it is easy to store in your bag, especially suitable for business trips, travel, and home or office use, etc.

It also has a protection sensor that switches, automatically stops working when open the lid during disinfection mode. When the UV sanitizer box is dormant, it can be activated by opening the lid, then closing it.

All you need to do is open the lid, and place your toothbrush in the product, close the lid, then the sanitization mode will be automatically turned on, after 3 minutes, the sanitization mode will be completed and automatically closed.

Check it out here.

Electric Lunch Box and Portable Food Warmer Heating

The electric lunch box is the must-have travel gadget. It’s very useful for road trips, camping, etc. The electric lunch box is made of food-grade PP plastic and a 304 stainless steel container.

It has a strong heat resistance and meets the safety standards of dietary materials. With this electric lunch box, you don’t need to rely on fast foods because you will have access to warm home-cooked meals.

It contains two different plugs: one for Work/Home (110V) and another one for Cars/Trucks (12V)  so you can use it anywhere from home, bus station, in your vehicle, etc.

Check it out here

Powerful Travel Steamer 7-in-1

Tired of wearing wrinkled clothes when you are on the go? Well, you don’t have to do that anymore.  Check out this portable travel steamer, it is highly effective and very gentle for all kinds of garments or fabrics.

Instantly erase all wrinkles from shirts, dresses to suits. Perfect For last-minute ironing emergencies: The good part is, it is TSA approved in Carry-On Luggage.

Check it out here

Portable Espresso Machine

With this portable espresso machine, you will never miss your espresso time. You can make espresso anytime, anywhere. It only takes up little space and weighs 0.97 lb, very small but it can hold up to 80 ml water and a maximum of 0.53 ounces of ground coffee.

This Portable Espresso Machine is the perfect companion for travel. With access to hot water, you can enjoy real tasty hand espresso at home & office or during hiking, camping, and traveling. Check it out here.

 

Hanging Toiletry Bag

When we travel sometimes we are not sure how our accommodations look like, you can either end up in a tiny room or an average room.  

This toiletry bag will make you comfortable in any environment you don’t have to worry about a bathroom counter or a dresser because you can easily hang it up ina shower or towel rack with a handy top hook, making it easy to view and access stored contents.

It has water repellent fabric and lining to keep your items secure. it’s easy to store in a suitcase, cupboard, or backpack. It has  3 different useful compartments which are the ventilated pocket, mesh pocket, and clear plastic pocket to keep everything organized.

Wet items can be held in the transparent see-through pocket to keep other pockets dry. Check it out here

Leather Passport Holder Cover Case RFID Blocking Travel Wallet

 

Tired of misplacing things when you are traveling? Well, try this GDTK leather passport holder. It’s an organized passport cover that will keep all your passports, air tickets, credit cards, cash in one place.

It has slots to hold a passport, business cards, credit cards, boarding passes sufficiently which gives convenient access to information during boarding and transit. 

Built-in RFID blocking helps prevent personal account information disclosure. RFID Secure Technology, make your travel safe, it can block RFID signals from cards work at a frequency of 13.56 MHz. Ooh did I mentioned it comes with a ball pen as a gift? Yes, it is check it out.

Travel Jewelry Organizer Case 

If you find yourself every time-wasting time trying to untangle your different kinds of jewelry this jewelry organizer is your savior. It helps organize your jewelry according to your needs especially when you are traveling. 

As you know Traditional home jewelry box is too heavy and bulky for outgoing into your luggage.  However, the  BAGSMART  travel jewelry organizer case has a soft roll that has ”Mini”, “S”, and “L” sizes for different needs. It’s good for a  short business trip or weekend trip or daily outgoing, you can take the ”Mini” or “S” with you.

If you are going on a long journey, like 5-15 days or an even longer trip, you can choose “L” for yourself. It can keep your earrings, rings, diamond,  necklaces, bracelets,  brooches, hairpins, watch, and many more preventing them from the tangle and keeping them well organized.

Check it out here.

International Universal All in One Worldwide Travel Adapter

The universal travel adapter is the must-have gadget especially when you are traveling overseas. The NEWVANGA  travel adapter accepts plugs from more than 150 Countries with US/EU/UK/AU.

Built-In safety shutters protect users from the direct touch of the live parts on the socket-outlet. It has a detachable charger that includes 5 different input plugs tightly connect to 1 adaptor. Check it out here

 

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Airline Changes That You Should Know In 2021

Recently there has been a lot of changes in the travel industry especially when it comes to airlines. The airlines have made some changes due to the COVID 19 outbreak and some of the changes are due to lawsuits the airline companies have experience etc.

Before you book a ticket make sure you check some policy changes that may affect you. There are a lot of airlines domestic and international but we tried to cover as much as we can.

1. No Change/Cancellation Fees Policies

Many airlines have changed their cancellations/change reservations due to the pandemic.  However, it’s important to see the rules and regulations when you want to change or cancel your airline ticket so you won’t be surprised. 

For instance, Delta Airlines is waiving change fees and award redepositing,  issuing e-credit that can be used through December 31st, 2022. This applies to customers who purchased their tickets before April 17th, 2020 and scheduled to travel through March 31st, 2021.

Those who purchased their ticket between  March 1st, 2020, and March 30th, 2021 can change their reservations without a fee or award deposit fees for a year from the date you purchased a ticket.  With Emirates airlines for tickets issued on or before September 30th, 2020, and on or before  October 1st, 2020 can be used later, you have 24 months or two years from the date you originally booked the ticket with no extra fees.

Qatar Airways is offering unlimited date changes, no fee refunds for tickets purchased before  April 30th, 2021 for travel completed before December 31st, 2021.

Another option  Qatar Airlines offers is exchanging tickets to travel vouchers with an additional 10% if you book a flight with them again, that can be good let’s say you were in economy class you can upgrade to business or first class.

 

2. Rules For Emotional Support Animals

Recently the use of emotional support animals has been a controversial issue among travelers. According to industry trade group Airlines for America report, it shows the number of emotional support animals traveling aboard commercial flights increased from 481,000 in 2016 to 751,000 in 2017.

This brought conflicts between passengers to passengers or cabin crews to passengers.  There have been several incidents of emotional support animals misbehaving attacking other passengers or cabin crews. 

Some of the many incidents that led to the rules of traveling with emotional support animals to change are,  a man who was traveling from Atlanta to San Diego filed a lawsuit alleging he was attacked by an emotional support dog and mauled his face on a flight the incident happened in 2017.

Another incident happened last summer when an American Airlines flight attendant received five stitches after she was bitten by an emotional support dog on a flight out.  According to the Department of Transportation, they said they have received reports of biting incidents that led to children being scared and a lot of lawsuits.  

In December 2020, the Department of Transportation announced it will revise rules around flying with emotional support animals and will no longer consider them to be service animals.

There is a difference between service animals and emotional support animals. On the revised Air Carrier Access Act rules (the new rule) the U.S Department of Transportation defines a service animal as  “any guide dog, signal dog, or other animals individually trained to work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability, including, but not limited to, guiding individuals with impaired vision, alerting individuals with impaired hearing to intruders or sounds, providing minimal protection or rescue work, pulling a wheelchair, or fetching dropped items.”  

With that being said the Department of Transportation no longer considers an emotional support animal to be a service animal, this allows the airlines to ban the animals if they don’t fit established rules.  

After the Department of Transportation announcement, Alaskan Airlines was the first one to ban the emotional support animals in their flight, and the most recent one was SouthWest airlines. Here is the list of airlines that already ban emotional support  animals in their flights

  • Alaskan Airlines-  As of  January 11, 2021, Alaskan Airlines only accepts service dogs that are trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual with a disability. Emotional support animals will no longer be accepted. The airline will continue to accept emotional support animals for reservations booked before  January 11, 2021, for flights that are on or before February 28, 2021. No emotional support animals will be transported after February 28, 2021.

 

  • American Airlines-  Starting February 1st, 2021 the airline will only allow trained service animals to fly in the cabin and customers will need to complete and submit the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Service Animal Air Transportation form before their trip. If a customer is traveling with an animal that doesn’t qualify as a trained service animal, it may be transported as a pet.

 

  • Delta Airlines–  As of  January 11th, Delta airlines no longer recognize emotional support animals as service animals. The airline will honor reservations submitted and confirmed by Delta before January 11, 2021, but will not accept new emotional support animal reservations for upcoming travel.  With that note starting January 11, 2021, Delta will only accept trained service animals that are dogs. Customers traveling with a trained service dog(s), regardless of breed, must complete the required DOT forms 

 

  • Frontier- As of February 1st, 2021, Frontier will no longer accept emotional support animals onboard. The animal may be eligible to travel in accordance with their  Pet Policy for a fee.

 

  • Jet Blue- The Airline will only allow service animals with restrictions, the customer must notify them that they are traveling with a service animal and receive the U.S. Department of Transportation Service Animal Air Transportation Form no later than 48 hours prior to departure.  The airline only accepts fully-trained service animals not the ones in training.

 

  • Southwest Airline – The airlines allows trained service and emotional support animals that comply with certain safety and documentation requirements. Be aware that trained service and emotional support animals may be subject to additional governmental laws and regulations at the destination, including but not limited to, health certificates, permits, and vaccinations required by the country, state, or territory from and/or to which the animal is being transported.

 

  • Spirit Airlines- As of January 11th, 2021 the emotional support animals can travel onboard as pets if they meet airline pet requirements. Those customers who have a return flight on or after January 11, 2021, will be allowed to travel back with their animal per the previous policy.

You can visit the airline websites and find out more information

3. Other Revised Airline Policies from the Department of Transportation.

These are revised airline policies done by the Department of Transportation-Aviation Consumer Protection after several incidents that happened to consumers.

Most of these policies are really beneficial for consumer perspectives. One of the revised policies is Involuntarily Giving Up Your Seat (Bumping) which they are working on increasing the compensation known as Denied Boarding Compensation (DBC).  A ticketed passenger who boards an airplane cannot be involuntarily bumped from an overbooked flight.

This rule applies to flights originating in the United States. For the passengers who involuntarily bumped from a flight, the maximum required compensation that they will be paid is  200% of the one-way fare but no more than $ 675 for arrival delays of up to two hours. 

For over 2 hours arrival delay the compensation will be 400% of one-way fare but no more than $1,350. For international flights, the compensation will be 200% no more than $675 of one-way fare for arrival delay of 1-4 hours. For over 4 hours of arrival delay, the compensation will be 400% and no more than $1350. 

There is no compensation for both domestic and international flights for a 0-1hour arrival delay.  The airline must offer passengers compensation at the airport on the same day.

If they provide substitute transportation that leaves the airport before they compensate the passenger, the airline must pay the passenger within 24 hours of the bumping incident.

For more about  Aviation consumer protection  changes and  policies you can check here

 

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13 Best Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas Your Loved Ones Will Love (2023)

Valentine’s Day is almost here, which means you have less than a week to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gifts. If you’re still struggling to come up with a perfect idea, consider one of these thirteen gifts that your sweetheart will love! These meaningful, memorable, fun, lovely affordable valentine’s day gifts are meant to wow your loved ones.

1. Picture Frame Set of Love Heart

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 A perfect way to showcase your love with this picture a frame. Tell your love story in a beautiful way without talking. With this photo frame, you can put pictures from different events with your loved one.

2. INFMETRY Capsule Letters Message in a Bottle

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A great way to show your feeling to others if you do not have the courage to speak out. It’s a fun, romantic old fashion way to express your feelings, all you do is write a secret love note to cure her/him broken heart every meal, every day. 

You can tell him/her every day how you adore and miss them, affirmation, wishing them a good day, some small but potent that will make him/her day better and give them the experience they never had before.

3. Drive Safe Keychain Handsome

Drive Safe Keychain Handsome I Love You Trucker Husband Gift for Husband Dad Gift Valentines Day Stocking Stuffer

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This keychain speaks volumes, a little kitchen but shows how much you care it does make an elegant and sentimental gift for your boyfriend/husband.

4. Tactical Pen Engraved

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This tactical pen is the best choice for a surprise gift for your loved ones.   It is engraved “I LOVE YOU”, which presents your love to your beloved. With this tactical pen by his/her side, he/she would feel your deep love at any time.

5. Personalized Watercolor Poster from Photo, Custom Couple Portrait.

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Personalize YOUR photo as a watercolor portrait and give it to that special someone in your life this will be a gift that they will cherish forever. This is also an ideal gift for an Engagement, Anniversary, Bridal, Groom, or any occasion.

6. Creative Kissing Mugs Set.

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These mugs are a fun and lovely way of showing and saying I love you, we belong together, we got each other. Just place these cute kissing mugs together face to face to form the perfect kiss and that’s it you just show your love for that special someone.

7. Personalized Custom ID Name Bracelets

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Give something meaningful, engrave your personalized jewelry with a name, date, or thoughtful message to add an extra special touch to your personalized jewelry for Valentine’s day or any other occasion.

8. Chocolate Covered Strawberries, 12 Dark/Milk/White Delight

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Perfect gift for chocolate lovers, these strawberries are delicately hand dipped and decorated in culinary artistry and exquisitely decadent taste.

Freshness is 100 % guaranteed because they are made to order and shipped overnight with ice to ensure freshness and perfect arrival.

9. Lamare Affirmation Cards

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These inspiring quote cards make an excellent gift idea. Perfect for sticking on the planner, adding to inspiration boards and word collages, they will show off your great taste.

These are more than cards and it’s also a memorable gift that gives full of positive energy to make the most of the day. Also, its vibrant colors will help your special one to immerse in relaxation and get energized to meet their full potential every single day.

It will also help to get rid of negative thinking that holds him/her back from enjoying life, reprogram their thinking, change the mindset and attract positivity in their life.

10. Spa Gift Basket-Bath and Body Gift Set

Spa Gift Basket-Bath and Body Gift Set,Coconut For Women-Spa Bath Kit & Bath Gift Basket Birthday Gift Includes Bath Bombs, Message Oil, Body Scrub, Bath Salt, Body Lotion, Shower Gel and Scrub Brush

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This Coconut For Women-Spa Bath Kit & Bath Gift includes bath bombs, massage oil, body scrub, bath salt, body lotion, shower gel, and scrub brush. It a perfect gift especially on this pandemic where we don’t have the luxury of going to visit the spa salon.

11. What I Love About You Fill in the Love Book 

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This little book contains fill-in-the-blank lines describing some aspect of your affection for your loved one. It has simple prompts that make it easy to express yourself all you need is to complete each line and voila: you have a uniquely personal gift your loved one will read again and again.

12. CDE Forever Love Heart Women Necklace

CDE Forever Love Heart Women Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Rose Gold Plated January Birthstone Pendant Necklaces for Women with 5A Cubic Zirconia Valentine‘s Jewelry Gift Birthday Gift for Mom Women Wife Girls Her

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This unique heart-shaped pendant necklace is a meaningful gift for someone special because of its design. The pendant adopts a unique double heart-shaped structure symbolizing love for each other. 

More than that, the details of the pendant are also full of love. In one of the hearts, it is engraved with “I love you always and forever” to express the love.

It comes in 12 colors of gemstones, corresponding to the birthstone of each month. You can choose the color according to the birth month.

13. Valentine’s Day Love Themed Waterproof Wine Bottle Sticker Wrappers

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These cute wine bottle wrappers feature messages that are perfect for anyone who wants to celebrate love on Valentine’s Day. 

These stickers are little things that will add a festive touch to the bottle of the special wine you bought for your loved one and make it more special.

 

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12 Best Romantic Destinations For Valentine’s Day In 2021

In less than two months most people will be celebrating valentine’s day. Valentine’s day is recognized as a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and love in many regions of the world.

The celebration usually takes place on February 14th, people usually spend this day with loved ones, going out for a romantic date in a fancy restaurant, sending flowers, cards, or presents, some people proposed to their boyfriends or girlfriends, etc.

Some people prefer a romantic getaway for valentine’s where they can go somewhere like out of town or country and enjoy a new environment, relax and create some memories.

There are many places you can go for a romantic valentine’s day getaway in the U.S. Here are some places that you can make valentine’s memories with your loved ones.

 

1. Amelia Island, Florida

Ocean Under Cloudy Sky

Amelia Island located 30 miles from Jackson, Florida,  it’s well known for its pristine nature and uncrowded beaches, it offers world-class golf, spas, and restaurants, If you are looking for a quiet romantic valentine’s getaway  Amelia Island is a place to be.

On Amelia Island, you do something different and very memorable like enjoying a romantic beachfront horseback ride or hop in a  private sunset cruise yacht.

Another activity you can do is to explore the scenic Amelia Island Trail by riding a bike or hiking, this is a good activity for those who like outdoor activities. 

There is also an opportunity to pamper yourselves with a couples massage at one of the luxury resorts on the island. 

 

2. Aspen, Colorado

forest near body of water under blue sky

Aspen is located in a remote area of the Rocky Mountains’ Sawatch Range and the Elk Mountains. It’s a  popular tourist destination due to its outdoor recreation and amazing ski resorts.

There are a lot of things to do on Valentine’s Day in Aspen, from romantic dinners to fun events and activities.  

 

3. Big Sur, California

green-leafed tree beside beach during daytime

Take an epic road trip and travel to Big Sur and enjoy its spectacular scenery and romantic atmosphere. Big Sur is a peaceful destination on the  California coast that has a lot to offer.

It’s a beautiful valentine’s day getaway for outdoor enthusiasts. You can go hiking on the famous trails and admire the scenery.

If you like to chill at the beach you can stop by Pfeiffer beach, or Sand Dollar Beach and have some atmospheric picnic.

Cape Cod, Massachusetts

people on beach during daytime

Cape Cod is a peninsula located in  Massachusetts, is a very popular summertime destination.  Surrounded by seafood shacks, lighthouses, ponds, and ocean beaches. 

Its unique natural beauty and amazing white-sand beaches make it perfect for a romantic valentine’s day destination. Also, the slow pace of Cape Cod makes it a better place to spend quality time with your loved one.

Enjoy different things such as taking a helicopter ride, strolling at the beach, enjoy the Cap symphony, and eating a variety of fresh seafood.

 

Charleston, South Carolina

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This largest city in South Carolina is a low-key romantic getaway. Charleston, South Carolina, is a beautiful city filled with historic homes, art galleries, beaches, and tasty Southern cuisine.

While in Charleston you can head to Sullivan’s Island to escape the crowd enjoying this historical island.

To spice up your romance on valentine’s day you can book a cruise just for two with Spirit line cruises where they have different packages to choose from.  

You can also hop on sightseeing cruises that can be memorable too and a wonderful way to explore the city of Charleston.

Kauai, Hawaii

person floating on pool at daytime

Kauai, also known as  Garden Island, offers many different ways for couples to enjoy a  romantic valentine’s getaway.

In  Kauai the couple has an option to relax on secluded beaches, relax in a private luxury villa or go on a hiking adventure along the Napali Coast above the Pacific ocean.  

You can also book a private helicopter tour and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the island or enjoy stargazing. Kauai is known to be the best place for stargazing.

When it comes to dining Kauhai does deliver the best, to make it more romantic you can choose a dinner cruise with Leila Na Pali Sunset Dinner sail or Na Pali Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise.

Whatever you choose to do in Kauai, you will never be disappointed.

 

Lanai, Hawaii

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Lanai, the smallest island in Hawaii, is truly a romantic place for Valentine’s day gateway. The exclusivity of Lanai does make it feel like you are on a different planet.

You can enjoy a luxury resort while indulging in high-end cuisine. A valentine’s day in Lanai is guaranteed to be a memorable experience with your loved one.

Besides dining in fine restaurants, there are a lot of activities like golfing, epic back road adventures such as hiking, horseback rides.

The Lanai experience won’t be satisfied without water activities, and this place has tons of those like diving, snorkeling in tide pools, etc. 

Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts

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Martha’s Vineyard is an island located in Massachusetts. It’s a place where you can relax on quiet beaches, explore the historic Edgartown Lighthouse, and enjoy fine dining.

All this contributes to making this island one of the valentine’s day destinations. For a memorable romantic valentine’s day, book a stay at one of the island’s top hotels, you will get the experience of a lifetime because they have a lot to offer to their guests.

Napa Valley, California

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Napa Valley is the wine-growing region in the U.S and one of the most famous in the world. Known for its cozy wine caverns, vineyards, chic restaurants, luxury hotels, and spa-treatment, it’s not only a wine lover’s paradise it’s also a  valentine’s day romantic getaway.

One can assume that the only thing you can do in Napa Valley is wining and dining that is not true. There are a lot of things you can enjoy with your loved ones such as; visiting the Hess collection Wine & Art museum, there is a lot to learn in this place. 

Hop in a  Napa  Valley wine train tour, is the best way to explore the Napa Valley. You will get to enjoy fine dining and wine tastings, there are different train tours to choose from depending on your needs.

Another thing you can do is to take a break from everything and treat yourself to an amazing spa, or go kayaking and explore the Russian River. 

Savannah, Georgia

green leaf trees

Savannah is a  coastal city located in the state of  Georgia. Savannah is well known for its beautiful coastal landscapes,  well-preserved architecture, and its rich, vibrant history.  

The city of Savannah is one of the best places to visit for a romantic valentine’s day gateway.  There are a lot of things that you can do with your loved ones,  like take a walk in the River Street area where you can enjoy dining and nightlife.

If you want to make your day special, you get Valentine’s day dinner on Savannah Riverboat Cruise and get some dessert at Better Than Sex – A Dessert Restaurant. 

Well, if you want to have more fun than a quiet evening you can head to some dinner and live shows around town where you can have fine dining and entertainment.

 

Sedona, Arizona

green trees near brown mountain under white clouds during daytime

This   Arizona desert town with its majestic red rock scenery and evergreen vegetation makes it easier to express your love.  Whether you are an indoor or outdoor person, Sedona is the best place for a valentine’s romantic gateway.

There are a lot of things to do like hiking in Sedona’s scenic red rocks such as  Slim Shady trail or the courthouse. Hop into a hot air balloon and see dramatic red rock formations, take an astronomy tour and enjoy night skies.

If you are not feeling the outdoor activities, you can enjoy a romantic dinner in some of the fine restaurants around the town. Go for the wine tasting at the Verde Valley Wine trail or better yet go for a spa and enjoy yourself.

 

Willamette Valley, Oregon

plants and trees

Willamette Valley is a 150-mile long valley in the Pacific Northwest region located in  Oregon.  Willamette Valley is best known as a wine lover’s retreat.  It’s home to more than 500 wineries. 

Willamette Valley is truly a valentine’s day destination because it has a lot to offer. Enjoy outdoor adventurers such as fishing, hiking, and biking.

Also, don’t forget to visit  Silver Falls State Park where you can enjoy the waterfall trail and take amazing memorable pictures.

You can stay at one of the region’s luxurious wine country resorts, many of which feature on-site vineyards, spas, and gourmet restaurants, this will be something different and memorable. 

A visit to Willamette Valley will be complete without visiting one of the many wineries in the region where you can taste a variety of local wines while pairing them with delicious foods.

 

 

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27 Best Vacation Destinations For 2021

Many people are looking forward to this pandemic to be over, so they can resume their daily life. One of the things people are looking for is to travel. 

Things are looking good for 2021, the vaccine came out, and more countries are beginning to open or lifting their lockdown while still practicing safety protocols to keep everybody safe.

Airlines and hotels are also following safety protocols, and top of that providing discounts, no fee cancellation or rescheduling for some bookings. You can check airlines or hotels cancellations policies before you do your reservations.

So when it comes to travel, every year we are looking at where we want to travel, what we want to or experience, or where are the best places to travel for the coming vacation or just to scratch our bucket list.

As of now, we are looking at where are the best places to travel in 2021. Here are some places we think you should consider for your 2021 vacation.

Bali, Indonesia

Pura Ulun Danu Bratan, Indonesia

Bali is a paradise, it’s a bucket list for many of us. Here you’ll find beaches, volcanoes, and jungles sheltering elephants, and many more. Bali is where you can have your dream luxury vacation for less.

It’s a popular destination if you haven’t seen it on social media you probably heard about it somewhere. 

Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Buenos Aires, the capital of  Argentina, is also known as the Paris of South America. The city of Buenos Aires it’s also considered one of the most romantic destinations because there’s a lot of romantic things to do.

It’s impossible to be bored in Buenos Aires. There are a lot of amazing restaurants, dance clubs,  nightclubs,  and bars.

If you like tango dancing, ooh well Buenos Aires will be your paradise, you will see some, tango dancing in the streets that you can somehow learn.

Budapest, Hungary.

Budapest, the capital and the most populous city of Hungary, is one of the novelish, fairytale cities in  Europe. Sitting in the River Danube, the city is well known for its famous thermal baths.

There are a lot of things to do in Budapest such as take a tour of the spectacular Neo-Gothic Parliament building, visit The Budapest Pinball Museum, ruin bars, the underground cave system.

Cairo, Egypt 

person standing in front of The Great Spinx, Egypt

Cairo is one of the most ancient cities in the world located on the continent of Africa. This capital of Egypt is sitting on the Nile river,  it has the 3rd largest population in Africa and  1st in the Middle East.

The city has a vibrant culture, wonderful museums, and friendly people, it’s also the home of the Pyramids of Giza, the last of the ancient Seven Wonders of the World.

Cape Town, South Africa

white and brown concrete building near body of water during daytime

Cape Town is the second-most populous city in South Africa.  The city is known for its stunning views, adventure, and history. Cape Town is also known for its wineries, you can take wine tram tours, private wine tours with experts.

If you like adventures you can take Table Mountain Aerial Cableway to get the best views of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain. You can take a hike up to Lion’s head.

Don’t forget to enjoy the amazing restaurants and many things that Cape Town has to offer.

Cusco, Peru

mountains covered with green leafed trees under blue sky

This ancient  Inca capital is one of the top travel destinations not only in Peru but also in South America. The city of Cusco is 46 to 50 miles away from Machu Picchu. The city has archaeological sites, museums, marketplaces, and many more.  Cusco is those kinds of places you will like to add to your bucket list if you haven’t done it yet.

Dubai, U.A.E

gray high-rise building during nighttime

For years  UAE has proved to be one of the best vacation destinations. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are the most famous cities in the UAE where people like to go to visit. 

Dubai is well known for its modern architecture and its beauty in general, surely it is a must-go vacation destination to cool off from 2020 stress. There is a lot to do in Dubai that will create a lifetime memory such as sightseeing, activities, dining experience, etc. 

You can take a sightseeing tour where you can get a chance to see the tallest building in the world Burj Khalifa in Dubai, visit  Gold and Spice souks, Dubai  Aquarium, underwater zoo, Green planet, Arabian Dune Safari,  stroll at the Dubai  Mall,   and many more.

If you have time you can take 2hrs to see Sheikh Zayad Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi.

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Dubrovnik, Croatia

aerial view of town near body of water

Dubrovnik is a city in Croatia, one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Mediterranean Sea.

The city is popular for its spectacular seafront location on the Dalmatian Coast and offers numerous cultural activities and festivals.

You can enjoy  Dubrovnik by walking around its picturesque winding streets,  visiting the   Cathedral of Assumptions, cliffside beach bars, without forgetting the  Dubrovnik Old Town.

Hanoi, Vietnam.

woman carrying woven tray and white pail while walking on wet market

Hanoi is the capital and second-largest city of Vietnam.  Hanoi is known for silks and handicrafts,  delectable cuisine, and vibrant nightlife. Hanoi is a multicultural city that’s made up of Chinese, French and Russian influences.

The city has a busy street life, there are a lot of things to do like visiting historical sites like Hoa Lo Prison, Museum of Ethnology, enjoying the best view of Hanoi at Lotte Tower Observation Deck and visiting some temples.

Don’t forget to take a stroll and enjoy all the street foods the city of Hanoi has to offer.

Ibiza, Spain

white yacht

Ibiza is one of the beautiful Spanish islands, is not only known for its scenic beaches, but it’s also known for its nightlife. If you like electronic /techno dance music, and club scenes, in general, this is the must-go place. There are plenty of things to do in Ibiza and you will never get bored of this place.

Kruger National Park, South Africa. 

herd of elephant standing near body of water

Another place to go if you like a safari vacation is  Kruger National Park in  South Africa.

The park is one of the largest game reserves with a high density of wild animals including the Big 5,  which are lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalos.

Kruger National Park has safari experiences of all kinds, it’s a great escape from busy city life and gets back to nature.

Lisbon, Portugal

low angle photo of concrete castle

Lisbon is the capital and the largest city of Portugal. It is best known for its tradition of Fado music, ornate architecture, and full of colonial history.

It is the Mediterranean’s hidden gem, there is a lot of sightseeing and activities, and the restaurants offer delicious menus for all tastes and diets. The city is close to beautiful sand beaches that give you relaxation. 

Marrakesh, Morocco

brown and white house with green trees and green grass

Marrakesh is the fourth largest city in Morocco. Marrakech has famous palaces and is also known as the city of luxury, with  5-star restaurants, luxury spas. You will always be amazed at the city’s vibrant colors, aromatic dishes, surely the city of Marrakesh to offer.

While you are there make sure you visit the botanic garden Jardin Majorelle, Maison de la Photographie, Musée Yves Saint Laurent a museum dedicated to Yves Saint Laurent’s couture legacy and has a permanent display of hundreds of garments spanning his 40-year career.

Designer Yves Saint Laurent spent some of his lifetimes in Marrakech and he even bought the Jardin Majorelle in the 80s if you are into fashion somehow you knew about this.

Don’t forget to visit the Soukous and collect some souvenirs.

Napa Valley, Calfornia 

people sitting on picnic tables during daytime

Napa Valley in California Wine Country is one of the world’s famous wine regions located in the United States. Napa Valley has more than 375 wineries that are open for tastings and more than 80  urban tasting rooms. 

This wine country region is known for its world-class wine, as well as beautiful scenery without forgetting the perfect weather year-round. 

Napa Valley is also the home of several  Michelin-star restaurants, and luxurious accommodations and spas. Napa Valley is good for a weekend getaway or whatever you prefer.

New Orleans, U.S.A

brown and gray 3-story building

New Orleans is also known as  NOLA, or Big Easy is a city located in the state of Louisiana on the Mississippi River.  

New Orleans is one of the lively cities because of its round-the-clock nightlife, street music, festivals, and many more. 

This is a city full of festivals and adventures, if you are looking to explore historical sites, eating and drinking while enjoying famous festivals like Essence festival, or Jazz festival, NoLa will be your place to go.

New York City, U.S.A

New York City is one of the world’s most exciting cities. Its true definition of a melting pot, with beautiful architecture, different cultures and cuisines, festivals, and many more things to explore and do.

There are a lot of places you can visit besides restaurants, you can visit one of the largest art museums in the word The Metropolitan Museum of Art, enjoy a show at Broadway, take a stroll at Central Park who knows you might bump into the filming of your favorite show or favorite actor/actress filming a movie.

New Zealand

aerial view of beach with mountains

This small island nation located in the Pacific Ocean is famous for its picturesque landscape,  and its indigenous Maori culture. New Zealand is a dream place for nature lovers.

There are a lot of outdoor adventures, wellness retreats, and natural wonders. The country is known for its best farm-to-table dining.

There are a lot of places to visit and enjoy while vacationing in New Zealand such as exploring Middle Earth, visit Auckland also known as City of Sails, visit the country’s capital Wellington.

While you visit  Wellington don’t leave without going to, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa also known as Te Papa.

Paris, France

aerial view photography of city

Paris, the capital of France, is one of the most iconic cities in the world. Paris is also known as the City of Light or the City of Love, is home to famous landmarks such as Arc de Triomphe,  the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Louvre Museum, and many more. The streets of Paris overflow with culture, art, beauty, and history.  

Phuket, Thailand

boats on sea near mountain during daytime

Phuket located in Thailand is the country’s largest island as we know Thailand has more than a thousand islands. Phuket, Thailand has something for everyone,  it is known for its tranquility and amazing beaches.

If you are a beach lover, Phuket is the place to be but there some other things you can enjoy and make your vacation memorable such a taking a trip to Wat Chalong,  a tour to The Chalong Bay Rum Distillery, visit  Tiger kingdom, Phuket Town Weekend Night Market and many many more.

Rome, Italy

brown concrete house

Rome is the capital of Italy. The city of Rome is known for its stunning architecture. There are a lot of attractions in this amazing city such as the Trevi Fountain,   the Colosseum, and the Pantheon.

While in Rome you will also have an opportunity to visit the smallest country in the world  Vatican City. Tons of things to do in this beautiful city don’t forget the amazing restaurants, designer stores and many more. 

Salzburg, Austria

white concrete building near green trees during daytime

Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria. Salzburg is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. The city is known for its  Baroque architecture, the city also hosts a series of opera, concerts, theatre performances, and the Salzburg Festival. 

Salzburg is where the movie “The Sound of Music” was shot. . There is a lot to explore when it comes to history, art, music, and culinary.

You will never be bored when you are in Salzburg, no matter what time of the year. The city’s also known for its famous Christmas festivals and Christmas markets.

Don’t forget to visit  Mirabell Palace  for the best Christmas markets

Santiago, Chile

aerial photography of city during night

Santiago is the capital and largest city of  Chile. The city of Santiago is known as one of the cosmopolitan cities in the world.

The city is surrounded by handicraft markets, art galleries, design shops and is also famous for its lively Latino nightlife.

There are a lot of places to visit while in Santiago such as the La Chascona museum, Bellavista neighborhood, Cerro Santa Lucia, Cerro Stan Cristobal, and many more.

Santorini, Greece

white buildings near body of wter

Santorini is a volcanic island in Greece, It is famous for dramatic views, stunning sunsets in Oia, nice beaches with clear blue waters.

It is one of the most popular destinations, you can enjoy your vacation by visiting the Santo winery where you can enjoy Greek Wines, delicious Greek cuisines, hiking on the top of the Santorini volcano, and many more. Surely a trip to Santorini will be a memorable vacation.

Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

zebra on brown grass field during daytime

The Serengeti National Park is a Tanzanian national park in the Serengeti ecosystem.  

Serengeti is well known for its annual migration of millions of wildebeests plus hundreds of thousands of gazelles and zebras, followed by their predators, providing one of the most impressive nature spectacles in the world.

The best primary reason to visit Serengeti National Park is to witness The Great Migration, which usually is around  July. There are other activities such as camping, safari balloon, safari tour groups.

The Maldives

green palm trees near body of water

This nation of islands in the Indian Ocean has been a tourist attraction and one of the amazing vacation destinations. Five percent of the planet’s reef can be found in the Maldives.

The reefs are home to a thousand species of fish and come with an explosion of color and corals.  If you like the beach vacation the Maldives will be the perfect fit for you. 

A lot of activities to do such as scuba diving, snorkeling, visit the Male fish market or get some spa treatment, etc.

Tokyo, Japan

photo of people crossing road

Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is the largest metropolitan in the world and one of the world’s most modern cities in terms of its infrastructure and design.

There’s a lot to explore in the city such as temples, the Aqua Zoo, Tsukiji Fish Market, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Tokyo National Museum, and many more. 

Vancouver, Canada. 

body of water near building during daytime

Vancouver is one of the major cities in Canada. surrounded by water and close to the mountains. Vancouver is where you can enjoy fresh, local seafood, especially salmon.

You can enjoy this beautiful city by taking a boat tour or sightseeing cruise, which are available throughout the city. Vancouver it’s also known for its outdoor recreation and adventures.

If you love outdoor life then Vancouver is your place. The city is offering a lot of outdoor sports and adventure, from kayaking, hiking, camping, skiing, and mountain ziplining.

The adventures depend on the season; there are winter and summer adventures.  Don’t forget to dine in their amazing restaurants, visit the parks around the city such as the famous Stanley Park. 

 

Gift Guide, Lifestyle,

Best Tech Gift Guide and Ideas For 2021

Christmas is around the corner and probably you are asking for tech gift ideas for Christmas? Or just wondering what to get as a gift for tech lovers?

Yes we know sometimes it can be difficult to get buy a present for tech lovers especially if you are not into technology. 

You will be wondering if what do they really want, is useful, is it the latest trend in technology or you are 5-7 years behind.

Well don’t worry about that, we have  some ideas that can help to buy  a present for your loved ones;

NETGEAR Orbi RBK753 High-Performance Whole Home Mesh WiFi System

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This is the perfect gift for tech lovers who spend their entire life on the internet.  NETGEAR Orbi was built for fast WiFi everywhere break free from limitations with strong, reliable, and lightning-fast  WiFi in every room of your home.

From the top floor down to the basement, Orbi Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 Systems bring you higher performance & simultaneous WiFi streaming, gaming & browsing on even more devices.

They will not have to get angry or worry about the internet drop in the middle of their work. It is also good for people who are working from home.

 

Sony Hi-Res Music Player System

Sony HAPZ1ES 1TB Hi-Res Music Player System

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This is the best way to hear music as it was intended. This Sony music player system has a Hi-Res Audio player with 1 TB hard drive space, supports DSD and the full range of Hi-Res file formats plus Wi-Fi built-in for easy transfer from your PC and a built-in 4-inch GUI for easy operation

 

LG  43UN700-B  Class UHD Monitor

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This  43UN700-B  monitor combines Ultra HD 4K resolution (3840×2160) with IPS clarity in a huge 43 inch Class display. It offers versatile USB Type-C connectivity plus its, HDR 10 support and 4 HDMI inputs.

As you can see the screen is large make it a perfect display for taking on big projects, good for working from home and even gamers. You can do multiple works on one screen at once. 

 

DJI Mavic Air 2 – Drone 

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The Mavic Air 2 camera drone takes power and portability to the next level. It combines a powerful camera with intelligent shooting modes for stunning results.

It pushes your imagination to its limits because aerial photography has never been this easy.

This drone is good for content creators, vloggers, etc. Mavic Air 2 stays in the air long enough to get the perfect capture and has impressive battery life, fast-paced shots with a max flight speed of 42.3 mph in the sport mode.

It also has three directions,  forward, backward, and downward.

 

DJI Osmo Mobile 3 – 3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal Handheld

DJI Osmo Mobile 3 - 3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal Handheld Stabilizer Vlog Youtuber Live Video for iPhone Android

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The  Osmo Mobile 3 smartphone stabilizer is a must-have handheld gimbal for content creators it has new foldable designs.

This stabilized gimbal features brushless motors that provide smooth, real-time responses to eliminate unwanted camera movements.

The Osmo Mobile 3 features a variety of functions allowing you to vlog and shoot content throughout the day including Gesture Control, Dolly Zoom, Panoramas, Slow Motion, Timelapse, Hyperlapse, Sport Mode, Handy  Convenience, Story Mode. 

 

Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer 

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The new Instax Mini Link smartphone printer has a sleek and light body design, revamped app, fun social features, and Bluetooth capability.

Its user-friendly app experience will allow you to easily customize your photos with fun and colorful frames, create collage and split prints, and print photos from their videos.

The Instax Mini Link also has a motion sensor in which users can zoom in or zoom out to take a photo with the app by tilting the printer or reprint photos by turning the printer upside down and pressing the Instax button.

Print photos easily using and have Bluetooth capability.

 

DJI Osmo Pocket  Camera

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With DJI Osmo Pocket Camera you will never miss the action. It turns any moment into a cinematic memory. OSMO pocket snaps photos in stunning detail, thanks to a 1/2. 3-Inch sensor, 80° FOV, and F/2. 0 aperture.

It can also shoot 4K/60Fps video at 100Mbps and photos at 12 MP with a Pixel size of 1. 55 μm for footage worth sharing every time.

The best part it can be connected to your phone for expanded viewing, sharing, and creative options. It has a variety of functions that allow you to create even more creative content such as  ActiveTrack, FaceTrack, Timelapse, Motionlapse, Pano, NightShot,  and Story Mode.  It’s good for travelers, content creators, vloggers, or even photojournalists.

 

GoPro HERO9 Black – Waterproof Action Camera 

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Don’t miss the action because of the weather or the environment. HER09 waterproof camera is a must-have for adventurous people.

Can shoot stunning video with up to 5K resolution, perfect for maintaining detail even when zooming in. Can Shoot in the gnarliest conditions imaginable, can go 33ft underwater so you won’t miss amazing marine life.

It has a larger rear touch screen with touch zoom. It has more power, more clarity, and more stability.

 

UV Smartphone Sanitizer & Universal Charger 

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According to experts, our phones are 18x dirtier than a public toilet. Our phones get so dirty because we take them into places like restrooms and wash our hands, but never our phones, basically, we carry them everywhere. 

The UV smartphone sanitizer is a lifesaver, is clinically proven, and is totally safe for electronics. It removes  99.99% of germs and has  UV-C light that can get to the microorganisms that hide in crevices where even cleaning wipes can’t reach.

 

Dash Smart Shelf

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 You will never run out of anything without your knowledge, This Amazon dash smart shelf lets you focus on your life, not your shopping list.

The dash smart auto-replenishment scale keeps track of your family’s everyday items, so you have one less thing to think about.

When it senses you’re running low, it can either place a reorder for you or send a notification to let you know depends on how you set it.

Business, Lifestyle, Travel,

The Best Stylish Backpacks for Women for Different Occasions (2023)

The backpack has become a trend for women nowadays, we can see women carry them around everywhere some carry them at the gym, traveling, hiking, and some even at work or out the places where we never use seeing women carrying backpacks.

I found the backpack to be very convenient and according to some research they said, backpacks are better than shoulder bags or messenger bags because the weight is distributed across your body. Unlike a shoulder bag or a messenger bag, the weight will be distributed on one side of the body.

There are several factors you need to consider when choosing the right backpack for you, such as you want it to be stylish, anti-theft if possible, The construction of the backpack, is very important you don’t want to carry a backpack that will cause you pain, or have some metals or some objects that will make you uncomfortable.

Choose a backpack based on your needs, meaning when or where will you be carrying this backpack. Is it for work? school? Traveling? Casual?  and what will you be carrying on that backpack? Size does matter when comes to backpacks.

Here are some  stylish backpacks we think might be helpful  to choose for different occasions and what you are going to carry:

1. The Best Backpack for Business, Work, and Travel 

These are the best backpacks for business, work, and traveling this is due to their sizes and what they can do such as having special space for electronic gadgets like laptops, tablets, cellphone, etc.

Samson Classic Leather Backpack

Samsonite Classic Leather Backpack

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YTONET  Laptop Backpack with RFID Pocket

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2. Best Backpack for Hiking & Backpacking

These are the best backpack for hiking and backpacking, they are lightweight and you can a lot of things at once and other functions.

Venture Pal  40L  Lightweight Backpack

 

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MIRACOL Hydration  Backpack

MIRACOL Hydration Backpack with 2L Water Bladder, Thermal Insulation Pack Keeps Liquid Cool up to 4 Hours, Perfect Outdoor Gear for Skiing, Running, Hiking, Cycling

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3. The Best Carry-On Backpack

These are the best carry-on backpack not only they are stylish, they have space and also anti-theft, so you don’t have to worry about safety when you are traveling and you have to put them under the seat or overhead compartment.

Nomatic Backpack

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Inateck 40L  Anti-Theft Backpack

Inateck 40L Travel Backpack, Flight Approved Carry on Backpack Hand Luggage, Anti-Theft Business Laptop Rucksack Large Daypack Weekender Bag for 17'' Laptop - Black

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4. The Best Backpack Purses

These are the best backpack to carry around whether is work, outing, or running errands. They are like everyday purses or handbags.

Baggalini Anti-Theft Backpack

Baggallini Anti Theft Convertible Backpack

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JeHouze Anti-Theft Leather Backpack

JeHouze Fashion Women Anti-Theft Shoulder Handbag Genuine Leather Backpack Casual Bag

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5. The Best Diaper Backpack

These are the best diaper backpack because of its functions, you can organize your things based on your needs.  They are not only stylish but also easy to carry around and even travel with them. Some of these backpacks have multi-functions, they come with stroller straps, changing pads, anti-water materials, etc.

Bag Nation Diaper Backpack

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HapTim Multi-Function Diaper Backpack

HapTim Multi-Function Large Baby Diaper Bag Backpack W/Stroller Straps-Insulated Pockets-Changing Pad, Stylish & Durable with Anti-Water Material(Gray-5284)

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Bamomby Multi-Function Water Proof Diaper Backpack

Diaper Bag Backpack, Bamomby Multi-Function Waterproof Large Travel Backpack Nappy Bags for Mom,Dad with Changing Pad, Newborn Diapers Registry Baby Shower Gifts-Black

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