Category: Tips and Tricks

How To do laundry while traveling
How To Do Laundry While Traveling

How To Do Laundry While Traveling

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I don’t know about you, but I don’t like carrying around endless amounts of clothing when I’m traveling. I’d rather keep it light.

But then of course, you will need to know how to do laundry while traveling because eventually you’ll run out of something clean to wear.

And unless you’re planning on just buying new things and discarding your dirty laundry (I’ve heard about people just taking old clothing on a holiday so they can discard it after wearing) then you’ll have to figure out how and where to get your dirty laundry cleaned. …

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What To Write On A Luggage Tag

What To Write On A Luggage Tag

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There has been some talk about what to write on a luggage tag and also what not to write on a luggage tag. In this short article we’ll discuss what information you should and shouldn’t include and why.

First of all, I am glad that you are thinking of using a luggage tag. You wouldn’t believe how many people think it’s unnecessary to use a luggage tag apart from the ones that the airline attaches to your luggage. …

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How To Check In At The Airport
How To Check In At The Airport – Checking In Made Easy

How To Check In At The Airport – Checking In Made Easy

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Things can easily get a bit overwhelming when you’re flying somewhere for the first time. Or maybe it’s just been a while and you don’t remember? This guide will help you to know how to check in at the airport.

Things certainly have changed in the last few years and more and more you can check in online or check in at a kiosk at the airport for both, domestic and international flights. …

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Tracking Lost Luggage
Tracking Lost Luggage – 11 Steps To Follow When Your Luggage Is Lost

Tracking Lost Luggage – 11 Steps To Follow When Your Luggage Is Lost

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You’re standing at the baggage carousel and all of the bags have been collected, but yours hasn’t shown up. You’re pretty sure no one else has taken it either. So how do you go about tracking lost luggage?

First of all, don’t panic. Statistically the chance of your luggage being lost or delayed is around 1%. This means you will most likely find your luggage quickly. (Only about 4 in 10,000 people who have lost their luggage won’t ever recover it.) …

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How To Prevent Lost Luggage
How To Prevent Lost Luggage – Follow These 9 Steps

How To Prevent Lost Luggage – Follow These 9 Steps

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After a long flight you have finally arrived at your destination – but your luggage hasn’t. Here’s how to prevent lost luggage in some easy to follow steps.

Losing your luggage could be cause for a stressful start into a well-deserved vacation.

Just imagine standing at the baggage carousel, everyone has successfully grabbed and lifted their suitcase off the belt and now it’s empty, except that you’re still without your luggage.

Not something you’d like to imagine? Follow these tips to make it less likely for your luggage to go missing. …

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how to choose good backpacks
How To Choose Good Backpacks – 9 Most Important Tips

How To Choose Good Backpacks – 9 Most Important Tips

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When looking for a new backpack you have to make sure you’re asking yourself the right questions on how to choose good backpacks, as there are so many differences in style and materials, size and weight, features and comfort.

And of course the right choice will depend on what you’re planning on doing with your backpack. Are you going on a long hike? Are you going on a short camping trip?

Are you going on vacation with lots of short trips to cities or short hikes? Are you looking for a backpack for school or college? Or do you need it for sports?

Many times you will find that backpacks are quite versatile and can be used for many different occasions.

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International Power Adapters
International Power Adapter – Which One Do I Need?

International Power Adapter – Which One Do I Need?

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In this short guide we will tell you exactly which international power adapter you will need for each country you’re thinking of visiting. When you go overseas you will notice that plugs and outlets might look different to the ones at home.

For those reasons you will need an adapter. But not only might they look different, they might also use a different voltage.

In most countries the voltage used is 220/240V, with the exception of the US and Canada where it’s 110/120V. This is where a converter might be needed in addition to an adapter. …

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Printable Travel Checklist
Printable Travel Checklist – 19 Check Points To Plan Your Perfect Holiday

Printable Travel Checklist – 19 Check Points To Plan Your Perfect Holiday

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Leading on from my earlier post International Travel Information, I’ve had requests to make a downloadable and printable travel checklist to make it easier to follow through with all the necessary steps after you decided it’s time for a proper holiday break.

Going on a big (or small) trip might cause some people anxiety or headaches, whereas others just go with the flow and get excited.

No matter where you fall into the above categories, the following checklist will assist you make sure you won’t forget essentials in preparing and even during your holiday. …

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