No matter who you travel with on your road trip, or if you're going it alone, making some plans beforehand will help you to have a safer an more enjoyable holiday. Especially if you're travelling to somewhere remote or unknown, then planning ahead is essential, just in case you get into any danger.The car's the star - Your relaxing road trip holiday can soon become a frustrating nightmare when you're left waiting by the side of the road for a...more
The weather is usually wonderful, and there are countless of activities to do for everyone. To ensure that you have a great travelling experience in Brazil check out these handy hints:Make sure that you are vaccinated against Yellow Fever. If you have not done so, you will not be allowed to enter the country.Don't carry loads of cash around with you. Carry only what you actually require for the activities you are planning for each day.Don't take...more
The weather is usually wonderful, and there are countless of activities to do for everyone. To ensure that you have a great traveling experience in Brazil pay heed to the following advice:Make sure that you are vaccinated against Yellow Fever. If you have not been vaccinated, you will not be allowed to enter the country.Don't carry loads of cash around with you. Take only what you need for the day, and keep it safe in your money belt.Wear handbags or strapped purses across your body rather than just on one shoulder, as this will make bag snatching more difficult.Avoid very crowded areas, as these can put you at greater risk of being pickpocketed.Never walk alone at night on empty streets. Even if this means your journey time is elongated, it's better to be safe than sorry.For the sake of your health and safety, drink only non-carbonated mineral water, as the tap water in Brazil isn't always that clean.Brazil is a hot place, so be sure to stay hydrated by drinking at least two litres of mineral water or coconut water per day.If you're at the beach, try to restrict your exposure to the sun to within the recommended time limits, and use the strongest sun block you can find.There are...more
How many times do you book something that looks fun when you first saw it but was not at all what you read? This is something that happens all to often to those in charge of booking holidays. So when you decide to plan your next family trip make sure you read up a bit more about the area you are going to. For example, why not check out Florida? Do...more
As one of Brazil’s wealthiest, most continuously developed and most attractive regions, Fortaleza is quickly advancing as one of the country’s most attractive regions.If you are just beginning to consider a Brazil property investment, you’re probably wondering why so many people and specialist overseas property investment...more
When planning a Central or South America vacation, one of the many things to consider is what form of currency to bring, especially for journeys that will involve multiple destinations. However as the following article, written by a Central and South America travel expert, explains, managing your money while away is easy if given a little preplanning.Travelers have little difficulty with currency and money changing during a South America vacation, but the standard advice to traveling anywhere abroad is to take a mix of cash, plastic and traveler's checks, for the sake of both convenience and security.CASHThe US dollar is by far the most accepted and easily changed foreign currency across the entire continent. In many places, you can use dollars to pay for goods and services directly, and receive the change either in dollars or the local currency. The exchange rate for this kind of transaction varies significantly depending on the country and the store or service provider.Aside from these options, you'll have no problems changing major currencies (euros, sterling, Canadian dollars) in banks or at the airport. The exchange rate will be less competitive here, but probably still better...more
Traveling with youngsters is an immensely rewarding experience and is the best way to open your child's eyes to some of the wonders that the world has to offer. A Peru vacation with your children could be the most memorable trip that you take with...more
La Rochelle in France's Charente-Maritime provinceis an ideal holiday destination on its own or can serve as a quick detour during a trip to Paris. The city has many Christian tourist sites so for religiously inclined people or scholars wanting to...more
In the press this week it was revealed that for the first quarter, the number of trips abroad that have been booked has fallen again, no big surprise. With the big firms reported ten to fifteen per cent drops in customer bookings.Holiday companies...more
Beaufort, South Carolina, is a beautiful place full of southern charm. It is a town that shouldn't be missed during your vacation to Hilton Head. One afternoon during your stay on the island, pack up the family and make some memories on the...more
There are many reasons to plan a Hilton Head vacation. Not only are there many resorts and golf courses, there is also plenty of nature to explore. Many visitors to Hilton Head are those that return year after year for a fantastic beach...more
If you are thinking about an ideal trip this coming holidays, Cape Town would be the ideal place to visit. Being one of the greatest cities in the world, it has all the facilities that you expect from a top class metropolis. Along with the advantages...more