Flights & Travel

You've been obsessively browsing google, you've decided on your destination and maybe you've been eagerly saving up. Now you are ready to get down and dirty planning all the little details of your next international travel trip.

What are the 5 most important things you should know how to help you prepare?

Or what should you definitely NOT forget so the long-awaited trip goes as smoothly and as you have planned?

#1: Vaccinations, vaccinations, vaccinations

When traveling abroad to exotic destinations it is important not to forget to check if there are any vaccinations needed for the trip. Importantly you also need to leave plenty of time to get them organized. Some vaccinations will need more than one visit to the Dr with a long period of time between them.

THE EARLIER YOU LOOK INTO THIS THE BETTER.

The last thing you want on your trip of a lifetime is to be struck down with some terrible and preventable disease.

#2: Research the VISA requirements

I know VISA's are not the most exciting topic when you are planning your trip, however, it is vital you check what the regulations are and if you need to get a VISA in advance.

If you don't you could face being turned away at the border and no-one wants to start their trip that way!

Believe me, this does happen more than you think. The information is easy to find these days with the wonders of the internet, so "google" the embassy of the country you plan to visit and check what the regulations are.

You need to look out for the following information:

·         Do you need a VISA prior to travel or can you get one on arrival?

·         How long will the VISA last? Will that be long enough for your trip? If not check if you can extend the VISA while you are in the country.

VISA regulations vary massively from country to country so don't neglect this vital if somewhat boring task.

#3: Pay Particular Attention to Where you will Spend the First Night

When you first arrive at your destination after a long flight, potentially in the early morning or late at night, you will be tired. The last thing you want is to struggle to find where you are staying.

If you are arriving in a developing country for the first time, the arrival moment can be a bit shocking and feel chaotic.

See if your Hotel can arrange a pickup from the Airport and save money using local transport later once you have settled into your new surroundings.

If you are a solo female traveler arriving in a developing country for the first time look into "Women Only Hostels" for the first night as a wise move.

#4: Invest in a Water Filter

When traveling to developing countries (or developed for that matter) a huge amount of your budget can be spent on bottled water. While clean water is vital so you stay healthy during the trip, using bottled water for an extended period of time is bad for the environment (all that plastic) and expensive.

Invest in a water filter and a water bottle and you are set for a wonderful trip with a happy tummy, and a happy conscience to boot.

#5: Be Spontaneous

Lastly, after all your preparation, the long-awaited day arrives to leave on your journey.

Don't forget to leave a little room in your plans (and mind) for spontaneity.

Some of the best experiences when traveling abroad are unexpected and unplanned.

Have you been feeling trapped by your cubicle at the office lately? Has your Instagram been lacking some Instagram-worthy photos? Are you craving for some authentic foreign cuisine? Do you want to just get away from it all, even just for a weekend?

I know exactly what you’re feeling. We need a change of scenery every now and then. We need to quench that wanderlust. If only I could hop on a plane and go to who knows where for free, I’d do that every weekend.

While it looks like plane rides are not going to become free anytime in our lifetimes, we can at least settle for the next best thing. I’m talking, of course, about traveling with the lowest price. Even that must seem impossible, but trust me it’s not.

With the technology we have nowadays, hardly anything is impossible now. You just got to know where to find them. Fortunately for you, I was kind enough to compile them into one list. Here are some websites and apps that can help you look for the lowest airfare prices.

Kiwi

Kiwi is known for having a map-based search engine. This means that it’s easier to visualize where you’ll be headed and its distance from where you’re coming from. The only downside of this website is that the results come sometimes frustratingly slow.

It doesn’t even matter if you have fast internet because it doesn’t seem to have anything to do with that. There’s no pattern, so if you happen to catch it while it’s loading fast, consider yourself lucky.

Kayak Explore

The best thing about Kayak Explore is that the website and app also take different seasons in consideration when it comes to fire, making this the perfect website for the long-term planner.

The website is easy to use as well, as it lets you zoom in, out, scroll, and drag with ease. Kayak Explores downside is that it only limits its search results to flights within specific cities. Also, only round trips are listed here. If you’re planning to go flying from country to country, Kayak Explore might not be for you.

Whichbudget

Whichbudget’s advantage above the rest is that it allows its users the freedom to choose anywhere in the departure field. However, this website isn’t the best choice for someone who doesn’t have the patience for clunkiness. You can get your eyes sore from staring at its hard-to-read text, and it can be annoying how you can’t sort the results from cheapest to most expensive for easier viewing.

Skyscanner

Not only can Skyscanner show you flights that are a year away from now, but it can also show you all the cheap flights available in a given country. Unfortunately, while there’s a map on the website that you can browse, you won’t be able to see your results in it, unlike Kiwi and Kayak Explore.

Wherefor

If you have a very type budget, this might be the perfect website for you. Another website with an interactive map, this one lets you know right away that it’s on your side. The name, if you haven’t caught up yet, is a shortened version of “where you can go for what you can spend.”

All you have to do here is give the essential information (your budget for flight and the hotel, the number of companions, the dates, and where you’re coming from) and it’ll immediately give you the results you need to see. It also gives you the option for monthly payments and a 24-hour refund.

Domestic and International travel sees millions of yearly visitors the the beautiful city of Sydney, Australia. Once here there are many options for getting around, but without a doubt the most comfortable and luxurious way to travel is by chauffeured limousine hire. But with so many companies to choose from, which one do you go with?

Well fortunately today we have some inside info into a company that is making Sydney Limo Hire simple. This company we are talking about provides exceptional service, has a huge range of transport options for groups small and large, and offers their services at competitive market prices.

The company we are talking about is the Australian Hire Car and Limousine Network. While their network spans across the whole country the bulk of their service is based in Sydney where they attract new clients. You can find all about their services from their website and see their full fleet of luxury Sydney transport options.

They treat any new clients with the exact same respect, courtesy and full attention as their existing client base, which is fantastic to see and experience. If you ever get the chance to visit Sydney, make sure to check out the services from this fantastic limousine and hire car operator. You will not be disappointed.

They provide all types of transport services from airport pickup and drop-off, city tours, leisure transportation and general getting around. Of course this company is a premium hire car operator so you can expect to pay a bit more than a standard taxi, however their service and luxurious vehicles makes the extra cost fully understandable.

Providing more than just luxury sedans, you can also choose from SUV's, people movers, stretch limousines and stretch Hummers. Each vehicle is carefully detailed and maintained to strict standards to ensure that they arrive in pristine conditions. Also all cars are professionally chauffeured for your convenience, giving you more time to soak in Sydney as you are driven through the streets and not have to deal with the frustrations of any traffic.

Sure this mode of transport may be out reach for your full time transportation while in Sydney, but we highly recommend that you try to incorporate their services in at least one journey while your visiting Sydney. Incorporate a few hours limo transportation around Sydney and experience it the way that most people don't by travelling in style, comfort and elegance.

Like it or not, flying has become a hugely common form of travel in our world. And rightly so. Prior to flying, travelling by sea was the only way to get around. 

Flying has significantly reduced the travel time between countries especially overseas. But are you scared of flying? While most people won't admit it, a lot of people are. And with good reason.

If you had some doubts then watch the next video with caution.

Do you ever wish you were somewhere else? This very idea is what dreams are made of. After all who wouldn't choose a relaxing beach chair overlooking a crystal clear bluey green tropical waterway over a day in a busy office? I know what I would choose, hands down every time.

Even the beer giant Corona has leveraged this desire of ours with their advertising slogan - "From Somewhere you'd rather be..." which is slapped on a tropical paradise photo.

There is a something about just getting away that allows us to forget about the stress of our everyday lives, and aim for something new. A new adventure. The possibilities of new places or at least venturing somewhere else is highly attractive.

So many ways to just get away.

For long trips, vacations or holidays there is nothing better than heading overseas. A peak of excitement occurs once all flights and accommodation has been paid and booked, and then another peak when you are actually boarding the flight ready for the big plunge. Going overseas used to be only for the most adventurous however nowadays if you haven't been overseas you get the feeling that you are missing out. Literally everyone has been overseas at least once.

For shorter trips such as weekend holidays or short mid week breaks it is quite easy to jump in a car, on a bus or train and go a short distance away. Once you change your environment you can start to unwind and relax a little. Its amazing what a change of scenery can do. For some this may mean going to the coast, others it may be going inland.