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Living in Mexico: What's in a Name?
I wrote in our just-released book, Guanajuato, Mexico, that to avoid getting ripped off in Mexico as a Gringo Expat depends entirely on "whom you know." I made application of this principle to the issue of renting a house here in Mexico. There is the "gringo" price and there is the "Mexican" price.Read more…Living in Mexico: My Wife Was Attacked
In our first book, "The Plain Truth about Living in Mexico," I wrote a chapter about crime. In that chapter, I tried to drive home the point that by "comparison," Mexico is safer than the United States. I quoted FBI statistics and stories to make the point that Americans, when regarding crime in Mexico, needed to have a little perspective.Read more…Adventure Travel - Close And Cheap
Adventure travel is becoming more popular all the time. It can be very expensive, though, and even a bit too dangerous for some of us. It doesn't have to either, though.Read more…Backpacking Travel Tips
After a great deal of research and carefully consideration you have finally decided that it's time to try backpacking. You have bought the latest backpacking trail guides and plotted your destination at the ultimate get-away location. But before you take off here are a few common sense tips that will keep you safe and help you along during your journey.Read more…Tips for Selecting a Virtual Travel Specialist
Gone are the days of relying on your neighborhood travel agent or spending the first day of your vacation hunting for a local outfitter or guide. Reliable travel specialists are located in virtually every corner of the world and can now be accessed on the web.Whether you are searching for a tour operator, travel agency or outfitter, the following tips will help you weed through the plethora of travel specialists hawking their wears online.Read more…Over 1 Million Brits Expected to Cancel their Holidays
According to research carried out by GfK NOP during the period 12-14th May 2006 over 4 million people have canceled their holidays in the last three years.The research, carried out on behalf of Sainsbury's travel insurance revealed every year many would be tourists are forced to cancel their long awaited annual vacation due to unforeseen circumstances.Unfortunately since around 13% (1) of holiday makers fail to take out holiday insurance many will be unable to recoup the cost of these canceled pre-paid holidays.Read more…Money Matters While on Vacation - Tips and Tricks
You certainly must prepare for your vacation by packing your bags and having your mail forwarded, but fewer and fewer people today are preparing for money matters while on vacation.It’s very important to keep track of the money you take with you when you leave on vacation. It can be easy to overspend your money, lose your money or even have it taken from you.Read more…Travel Kit Essentials to Add to Your Vacation Packing List
If you are planning on heading someplace as a hiker or backpacker or just looking to go on a local camping trip there are a few extra essentials that you can add to your kit to help with those unexpected things that turn up.• Sarong • Duct Tape • Plastic Baggies • Wet Naps or Baby Wipes • Fold Down bag • Plastic film canister that comes with each new roll of camera film • Earplugs and eye mask • Toilet paperMany women have found the sarong to be an invaluable tool. You can use it as a skirt, head covering, bag, swimsuit, dress, towel, shawl, blanket, curtain for privacy and it can even be used as an impromptu bandage in case of injury.Read more…Selecting A Family Travel Destination: No Need To Forego The Hip Or Give Up The Charm
Out of guilt or a need to maximize the amount of time we spend with our children, we have convinced ourselves for years that a family vacation requires sacrificing the interests of the parents to satisfy the needs of the kids. Thus whether traveling half way around the world or driving a mere two hours from home many of us are heading to the same location: a child-friendly resort.This need not to be the rule.Read more…Security Tips For First Time Travelers
For some, traveling is a way to do business while for others, it is their time for enjoyment. Frequent travelers often know the ins and outs of traveling locally or overseas. However, statistics reveal that these travelers are usually people who travel for business whose main objective is to meet and talk to clients.Read more…Travel Tips - Top Ten Beach Picnic Spots
America’s best spots for beach picnics vary from dramatic rocky cliffs to tropical aqua lagoons, but they all have one thing in common – they’re absolutely perfect for seaside ‘al fresco’ dining. Pack up your picnic basket, sunscreen and flip-flops and take a trip to these amazing spots for the best outdoor meal of your life!Siesta Key, Florida – This barrier island off the coast of Sarasota is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets.Read more…6 Insider Tips for Travelers to Save Money at Hotels
As a frequent traveler I have amassed a small collection of important tips and strategies for making the most of my hotel stays and for saving money.Avoiding The Queues When Checking-In Or OutIf you are arriving at a peak time, perhaps during a conference and the check-in line is going to take you some time, you can check your bags in with the bellboy immediately and then telephone reception to check-in by phone. State that you want to confirm your reservation.Read more…Travel the World and Teach - Landing that Perfect Travel Job!
Ok, so you'e on your way to becoming an ESL teacher! You've just completed your TESOL/TEFL course and are keen to start teaching. One thing lies in your way: finding an ESL job.Read more…Life With Fibromyalgia Syndrome
The number-one question posed to my wife and I when strangers find that we live in Mexico is, "What made you decided to move to Mexico"? The answer is painfully simple."I am afflicted with an incurable pain syndrome that tortures me night and day.Read more…Traveling with a Baby-What Were You Thinking?
Once you start making preparations for traveling with a baby, you may begin to have second thoughts about the trip. But, do not despair! Parents have been traveling with a baby in tow for thousands of years, and that experience is available to help you now.Read more…Thailand Islands -- The Five Reasons that Make Koh Phangan the Perfect Choice
The islands of southern Thailand are widely known as “Island Paradise”. Their picturesque beaches, moderate tropical climate and unique, extremely relaxing lifestyle account for this reputation. Travelers from all over the world come to these southern Thailand islands to experience the famous transition to another dimension, as they gradually absorb the overwhelming serenity and ephemeral separation from the dynamic and straining modern life style.Read more…Kiev City Guide For Travelers
You are planning thoroughly your trip to Kiev, surfing the web for information on Kiev best sights, restaurants and night clubs, and thinking how to plan your stay the best, what to see and where to go to... You are packing your new camera in order to make beautiful photos of golden domes, Khreschatik Street and Kiev parks... You are thinking what to wear and checking weather forecast for the days of your visit...Read more…Terrorist Threat and Vacations: Can You Safely Travel Abroad?
According to Rick Steves, the host of public television’s “Rick Steve’s Europe”, the odds being killed by a terrorist attack overseas or in the air are 1 in 2,200,000. The odds of being struck by lightening are 1 in 600,000 and the chances that you’ll be killed by gunfire in United States are 1 in 18,900. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t exercise caution, however.Read more…Living in Mexico: Culinary Surprises
I once was asked by a tourist here in my adopted central Mexican town, Guanajuato, if it was true the culinary delights here were nothing to write home about. I wanted to slap him silly but resisted the urge. Instead, I regaled him with the many wonderfully prepared regional foods as well as the places where he could get his meals prepared by world-class professional cooks.Read more…Travel Guide for Aspen Colorado
Choosing a place for a holiday has never been easy for avid travelers and vacationers. This is as true for a family vacation as is for a group vacation. Most of us want to make the most of our vacations.Read more…
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People in Oaxaca constantly ask me, "So Arion, where are you from?" and when I say New York, their next question is undoubtedly, "What are you doing here!?!" As I've answered this question so many times, my automatic response is, "I ask myself that every morning!" They usually laugh not at all satisfied with the answer but no one insists. The truth is that it's quite an interesting story and it goes a little something like this... - London on a budget - how a homestay can make your pounds go further... - By: Josie Anderson
In 2008 the Guardian reported that London is the most expensive city in the world to live and rent a property. Those living in the UK capital may be compensated for the high cost of living with slightly higher than average wages - but what about tourists? - Budapest for Lovers - By: Gergely Garami
In my line of work you get to meet a lot of people from all walks of life. I love the way that one day I can be driving from Budapest airport to city hotels with a young couple on their honeymoon; and another day I can be transporting a load of young men here in my beautiful city for a weekend of high jinx. But no matter who I'm driving, I always like to tailor my routes to their accommodation depending on the part of the city I think would appeal most to them. I've been doing this for a lot of years now, so I know Budapest like the back of my hand. There are loads of short cuts, long cuts and quite a few, just-for-the-sake-of-it cuts! I have to admit though, I'm a bit of an old romantic and my favourite passengers are the ones clearly in love; and for them, I have a very special route... - Benefits of Serviced Apartments - By: Jim Damon
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The growing phenomenon of homestaying - also sometimes known as crashpadding and couchsurfing - is based on a simple premise: Hotels are hopelessly overpriced. As a result people have realised they can provide budget friendly alternatives to travellers, by offering up the spare space in their own homes and charging a reasonable amount for it. - Busin' it in Oaxaca, Mexico - A Dose of Reality - By: Arion Diaz
When I told my girlfriend, (who is Oaxacan of course), that I wanted to write an article about the Oaxacan public transportation system she grabbed my shoulders and said, "No, please don't!" So I would like to publicly offer an apology to her because I'm going to do it anyway. So please accompany me, my friends, on my daily bus trip from my house into Oaxaca city. - Meticulously Checking Pertinent Travel Deals - By: Carl Winston
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Crashpadder.com is a win-win kind of a place, also known as a homestay network. It allows travellers to find cheap, comfortable accommodation in someone's home while hosts can earn a little extra cash by conveniently renting out their excess space. You can find out more about Crashpadder via the press coverage we've recieved from the likes of the Times Online, the BBC, the Guardian and others - or alternatively find out more about this worldwide homestay network by reading on... - Riad El Fenn: A One of a Kind Hotel Experience - By: Robert Murgatroyd
Riad El Fenn is a luxury Marrakech accommodation that boasts of elegance, cool ambiance, and unbelievable levels of comfort, service, and warmth as well as a flexibility of choices for its guests. I personally feel that it is a very special place and is so exceptional that it should be kept a secret. - 6 Unforgettable Valentine's Day Destinations - By: Joseph Lawsomier
If you're anything like us, it probably feels like we just barely made it through the holiday season and here we are; it's Valentine's Day already. We're going to be your personal cupid and make this year's Valentine's Day a little bit easier on you. While the traditional candy, cards, and flowers can always win you points with the heart, planning a romantic or love-themed getaway for Valentine's Day is a sure way to your lover's heart.