by Liz Deacle | Reviews, world travel
Remember when rain ponchos were the ugliest thing in the world?
Long, plastic, see-through monstrosities that only someone very desperate to keep dry would wear?
Well, lucky for us travellers, things have moved along in the world of ponchos. Now we are searching out the best rain ponchos on the market so we too can stay dry and look utterly stylish too!
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by Liz Deacle | Europe, Italy, Japan Travel, Long Term Travel, world travel
Why do you need a travel checklist?
Because there is only so much information you can store in your brain at once.
That’s why.
Whether you are going on vacation or taking off on a long-term worldwide travel adventure, your head will be whizzing with everything you need to do beforehand, so what better way to combat that than to use a travel checklist?
Let’s jump in.
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by Liz Deacle | Budget travel, world travel
Life is too short to travel to the same place as every other tourist.
While I love Paris, Rome and New York as much as anyone else, there is no greater pleasure than discovering the more unique travel destinations that are hiding, (mostly undiscovered) around the world.
Those destinations are perfect for people like you and me, who take extended vacations; those who travel on a budget but still want the full bifters when it comes to experience.
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by Liz Deacle | Budget travel, world travel
If I tell you this travel hack, you have to promise not to tell my kids.
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by Liz Deacle | Budget travel, world travel
Over the years I have discovered some valuable airport hacks that make traveling by plane all the more pleasurable. Even on a budget.
If you are a skinflint like me, then you will like this post.
Although I can’t advise you on how to get into VIP lounges or receive upgrades – ( if need to know how to find cheap flights, though, I’m your gal), I’m currently backpacking the world with my husband and two teenagers, airline staff value their jobs, there’s no way they would ever risk putting us lot up into first class.
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by Liz Deacle | Reviews, world travel
Finding the best travel pants for a vacation that involves long flights (or car journeys) is not easy.
Depending on the climate and the kind of holiday you are taking, you will want to look your best at all times.
But, more importantly, you want to be comfortable.
Below, you will find a range of travel pants for every occasion. All, very, very comfortable.
Whether you are flying out to laze on a beach in the hot weather or are taking a sophisticated city break, I hope you enjoy my hand-picked selection of the best travel pants for women.
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