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Camping Checklist Essentials: Must-Have Items

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Feel free to pin, save, or print this image to use during the next time your’e packing! What do you REALLY need and what’s just extra stuff that would be nice having? The follow camping checklist essentials will help you know what’s really important to bring while camping! We’ve gone camping together so many times throughout our relationship, yet we STILL forget some basic necessities! Whether you’re backpacking or staying at a campground, we’ve compiled a camping checklist essentials with all the items we think are pretty important for a comfortable stay outdoors

Pack Your Bags And Head For The Hills With This Advice

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There are just so many ways to define travel as it doesn't mean the same thing to everybody. There are also so many ways that somebody can plan a trip. With so many ways to do things you are probably wondering where you can begin. Try beginning with the tips below. Pack lightly when traveling. People always tend to pack much more than is necessary, and end up using only about half of what they take. Choose a few items that you can wear multiple times, and try to coordinate everything. If you forget to pack a particular item, you will probably be able to find something appropriate at your destination. Use websites that allow you to name your own price on hotel rooms for your next overnight stay. You can save a considerable amount of money by doing this. You won't be able to know ahead of time what hotel will accept your bid, but the savings more than make up for it. When traveling, don't forget that you can travel by bus to many areas in North and South America. It can be

Travel Tips That You Are Sure To Love

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With all that goes into planning a major trip for yourself or your family, it is no wonder that many people find the process overwhelming and extremely stressful at times. Fortunately, a little preparation goes a long way. For your consideration, here are the very best travel tips and tricks out there. You can save space in your luggage by packing in large airtight bags, such as ziplocks. Find the gallon or 2 gallon size bags, pack t-shirts, socks, underwear and other lightweight fabric items in them, and then roll the air out of the bag before zipping shut. This will reduce the size of your items down and you will be able to fit more in your bag. If you are planning a trip abroad, make sure you get your passport well in advance. Many people underestimate how long it takes to get a passport for the first time and are left scrambling and paying extra fees to get it expedited. Plan for your passport to take six to eight weeks to arrive, especially in peak travel season. Set a budg

Tips for Visiting New York City for the First Time

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There are TONS of things to do in New York City, I mean, it’s called the Big Apple for a reason, right? New York City should be on your bucket list for sure, and even if you’re just passing by for a quick day trip, an exciting night, or a quick getaway weekend in NYC , you’ll be sure to have an outstanding time! Go Take A Relaxing Stroll Through Central Park You can’t possibly make it a day trip to New York City without going to Central  Park! But, don’t underestimate this “park”, it’s HUGE and you probably won’t be able to see everything you’d like to in one day. And, what’s great, is that there are fun free things to do in NYC , so you don’t need to worry about breaking the bank. A few favorites things to do in Central Park is visiting the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, Central Park Zoo, the Carousel, the Dairy, Sheep Meadow, the Mall, Statue of Balto, Bethesda Arcade & fountain, Bow Bridge, Cleopatra’s Needle, and Belvedere Castle. You can even ride a horse and bugg

Pacific Coast Highway Travel Adventure - San Francisco To Santa Cruz

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Do you only have a few days in California, but are really interested in doing one of those traditional scenic drives along the California coastal highway? We look forward to sharing with you our road trip planner with all of our favorite (and not so favorite) spots that you should definitely hit if you’re thinking of a small road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway. Driving Highway 1, or more commonly known as the Pacific Coast Highway, is something that everyone should have on their traveling bucket list (it’s definitely on ours)! But, we get it. Sometimes, life gets in the way and prevents you from making that kind of committed drive. If you only have a few days, consider flying into San Francisco and renting a car to drive to Santa Cruz. The drive, without stops, only takes about an hour and a half.  Stop 1: Muir Beach Muir Beach was our first stop during our road trip. It is located just 2 miles from Muir Woods National Monument and about 20 minutes fr

Tried and True Tips That Build A Better Travel Plan

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While traveling is commonly associated with relaxation, a trip can bring on a lot of stress. From worrying about hotel stays to dealing with getting to your destination, it sometimes seems as though every aspect of travel is overwhelming. This article will give you advice on how to deal with those stresses and enjoy your time away. When travelling out of the country, make sure someone back home has a detailed copy of your itinerary. Make sure they know where you’ll be staying and have a way to contact you in case of an emergency. This is also good on the off case that something happens to you they can find you. Making a friend of the concierge will make your stay at any hotel a much safer and smarter experience. This person should be greeted and tipped like your life depends on it. The concierge has a wealth of information on where to eat, play, relax, shop, and can also; get you out of any bind you might find yourself in while far from home. To have a less stressf