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Thursday, February 3, 2022

How to travel without money

February 03, 2022
If you love comfortable hotels and are not ready to give up the amenities for the sake of a dream - this article is not for you. The advice is simple: work long and hard, and one day you may be able to save the amount needed for the trip. For others who are not looking for easy ways, we will tell you how to travel the world without money or with a minimum of them.

Content of the article 
1 Inevitable costs 
2 Transport in travel 
3 Housing for rent 
4 Food on the go 
5 Useful tips for saving

Let's start with the bad, but quite predictable, news: it is unlikely to make such a trip without a penny. There are two cost items that cannot be saved. The first is visas. Of course, you can ask a truck driver you know to smuggle you across the border, but firstly, it will create a number of obstacles during your illegal stay in the country, and secondly, we prefer legal means of saving.

The second is health insurance. Before you travel around the world, you need to clearly understand that this activity is very adventurous, and often dangerous. Abroad, very expensive medical care, and if something happens - your family will have to spend a fortune on your treatment. This may include the necessary vaccinations if you are going to potentially dangerous countries.


On this we tie up with the bad news and move on to the positive. Any trip costs three whales: transport, housing, food. We will dwell on each of them in detail, considering both extreme ways of saving and conventional ones that do not involve a complete waiver of money.

Transport on the go The most "free" mode of transport in the world is hitchhiking. There are nuances, but for hardcore tourists - that's it. For those who do not want to rely on chance, you can look for fellow travelers on services like blablacar. Bicycle is the choice of hardy travelers who are in no hurry. Fortunately, European countries have all the conditions for cycling.

The bus is an inexpensive mode of transport, suitable for short journeys between cities. Carefully study the route and ticket prices. It often happens that the price of tickets for "transfer" tickets will be much lower than for a direct flight. The train is also inexpensive, especially if you book tickets in advance. It is better to choose night flights, in which, if you are lucky, you can sleep, saving at the same time and housing.

Housing for rent Camping.
 For those who carry everything with them, it is an ideal option. Free, safe, have everything you need, plus fresh air. What else do you need? Couchsurfing is suitable for those who want to travel the world without money, but are reluctant to give up basic amenities. In the largest guest network there is accommodation for all tastes, and absolutely free. If you need an option without the owners - suitable exchange vacation or house sitting. In the first case, you provide your home in exchange for someone else's, in the second - look after the house in the absence of the owners.

In any tourist city you can find a hostel - an inexpensive hostel, where there is everything you need. There are many international volunteer organizations that will be happy to accept active young people who want to travel while helping other people or the planet. Housing, road, food - all inclusive. You have a chance not only to travel the world, but also to make it a little better.
Work in exchange for housing.
 These are international programs, where after spending a few hours on a farm or enterprise, the rest of the time can be spent traveling. You will not earn money, but you will not have to pay for accommodation and meals. In the same way, you can travel on a cruise liner as a team member.

Food on the go Forget about restaurants on the tourist streets. 
Look for inconspicuous cafes in sparsely populated alleys where locals eat. It is guaranteed to be tasty and inexpensive. Even better - prepare yourself from products bought in supermarkets or on the market. So you can save at least 50% of the budget on food. And if you buy only promotional products or those that are about to expire, then even more.

Speaking of expiration date. Have you heard of dumpster diving? This is a relatively new movement that is struggling with overproduction of food by removing food thrown away by supermarkets from garbage cans. So, if hunger or the desire to travel overcomes the feeling of disgust - you can "slash" under a conscious inhabitant of the planet and dig a little edible in the trash behind grocery stores.

When traveling in the countryside, do not miss the free gifts of nature in the form of wild apple trees, pears, plums and other fruits and vegetables. In addition to saving on food, it is also vitamins. Always carry a bottle of water with you and fill it at every opportunity. It is impossible to get a drink - pour tap water, pre-boil for a couple of minutes and allow to settle.


Tuesday, February 1, 2022

Bukovel is a ski resort for everyone.

February 01, 2022

 How much does it cost, where to ride, what to do?


Where is Bukovel Ski resort Bukovel is one of the nearest and accessible for Belarusians. Silichi and Logoisk do not count. Ukraine is very close. The distance from Minsk is 850 km. Approximately 12 hours of travel. Every winter, thousands of lovers of mountain trails spend time doing their favorite pastime. The winter has been warm this year. Many ski resorts in Europe were left without snow. But this is not about Bukovel. Even at the end of February, when the first spring flowers began to bloom in Belarus, there is snow in Bukovel and 60 out of 66 available slopes are open.The history of the trip to Bukovel Artur, an employee of the Rosting company, was going to Bukovel for a whole year. This year, with a group of friends, he visited the resort and shared his impressions. -Last year, friends told how cool they went to Bukovel to ride. After listening to their stories, I also got excited about the idea. Before that, I had been to Logoisk a few times. You can't really call it skating. And I really wanted to.Therefore, in November last year, I gladly accepted the offer to go to Bukovel at the end of January with friends who go there year after year. The guys are proven, reliable and experienced. So I'm lucky with the company!
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    My friend and I took it for three days, as we planned to take skiing lessons at the resort. And the price of training already includes the cost of using the lift. It's profitable. The guys who bought on the spot had to activate the package and ride for three days in a row, without the possibility of transferring days.
    This hobby is new to me. So there was no equipment. Thanks to my friends, I did not have to waste time studying the topic on the Internet. They just told me what to do first. I bought thermal underwear, socks, a helmet and goggles in Vilnius. So it turned out to be cheaper, even taking into account the road.
    thermal underwear set – 30 euros socks -10 euro helmet and goggles – 60 euros Bought a ski pass for the ski lift. three days - 102 euros.
    Hotels and car you can see in Momondo


Monday, January 31, 2022

How to choose the right hotel for your vacation

January 31, 2022
    The choice of hotels is great. And everything seems good (if you believe the ads and descriptions presented on the sites of reservation systems). But at the same time, not all hotels will suit you in reality, if you do not pay attention to some points. This article outlines the basic rules of choosing a hotel, following which to some extent, you can (hopefully) choose a decent and inexpensive hotel (or any other option for living) that will meet all your requirements and expectations.All the issues discussed below are passed through the prism of the personal and rich experience of the author of the note, who lived during his travels in more than a hundred hotels (as well as apartments, houses, motels, hostels, guest houses, campsites, etc.) in 30 European countries.There were sometimes, of course, not very good options, but here's how to avoid them, and I'll try to tell including. The information below implies that the pre-selection of accommodation options has already been carried out, that is, the obviously unsuitable options have been discarded with the help of filters, the remaining ones are sorted by price, and you begin to consider them in detail.


    In the process of this review, you just need to open the page of each hotel and evaluate each option in the order of location on the page of the hotels already selected according to the required criteria. With the right use of filters (ie with proper pre-selection), a suitable hotel is usually on the first page.

    Hotel selection rules For convenience, the hotel selection rules are formed in a separate list, and below is a breakdown of its items. Which moments are important to you and which are not very - this decision is up to you. When choosing a specific object for a holiday, you should pay special attention to the following points:

1.Evaluation of the accommodation by other users - the longer you are going to live on the object, the higher should be its evaluation. 
2.Reviews of other users about this object - are subject to mandatory study (you need to read at least a couple of dozen). 
3.Options of rooms available to the object, which is included in the price of the room (VAT, city tax, etc.), Options for payment of the object (cash only, or you can pay by card, payment through "Booking", etc.). 
4.The possibility of free cancellation, as well as the terms and conditions of cancellation.
5.The possibility of free cancellation, as well as the terms and conditions of cancellation. 
7.Booking conditions (fee for non-arrival at the hotel and other points). 
8.Arrival and departure times, possible conditions (restrictions) for early arrival or late departure. 9.Conditions (possibilities) of accommodation on the object with children - the availability of free extra beds, conditions (and fees) for their provision, etc. 
10.Availability of parking, as well as the location of the object in terms of convenience of access to it by car - when traveling by car.
11.The location of the object relative to other elements of infrastructure (proximity to the center, public transport stops, supermarkets, etc.) - to taste. 
12.What language do the hotel staff speak - if you know a foreign language well, it is advisable that the staff speaks it too. In principle, in the vast majority of hotels, English "steers".

These are the basic rules. The first seven points should always be considered when choosing a hotel. The remaining four points (from the 8th to the 12th) - if necessary and if desired. For example, if you do not travel by car, what difference does it make whether the hotel has parking or not? Below is a complete description of the information provided on the standard hotel page in the reservation system, with explanations.

Hotel rating and reviews - why and how to read them 

    Hotel user rating (or hotel user rating) is the most important parameter for choosing a hotel: pay attention to it when choosing a hotel - it is always necessary. In general, it is necessary to choose hotels with a rating of "8.0" and above on a ten-point scale (or 4.0 on a five-point scale), although, in some cases, you can choose a hotel with a rating of "7+ ».

    User reviews (ie people who have stayed at this hotel) are, along with the average rating of the hotel, the most important piece of information to be analyzed when making a decision: book or search for more. In the general description of the hotel from "Booking" (which goes just below the photos of the hotel), you will not find any criticism of the hotel - there is always everything good and wonderful, because in fact, the hotel description is advertising.

    But the reviews are written by real people who lived in this hotel. And they write "as is", not as seen by the owner of the hotel or the booking system (which is also interested in you staying in this hotel, because the system receives commissions for it).
    You, too, in turn will be asked to leave your feedback on the object of accommodation (after eviction you will receive an e-mail with an invitation to evaluate the hotel and leave feedback on it). Try to use this opportunity, and cross out lines of five or six about the object - help others with the choice. The link in the letter will be valid for a month, so you can leave a review about the hotel after returning home from vacation (in a quiet environment).


Sunday, January 30, 2022

Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, Japan

January 30, 2022
    If Tokyo's bustling and vibrant nightlife isn't your cup of tea, try Fuji-Hakone-Izu the next time you're in the Land of the Rising Sun. Fuji Hakone Izu National Park is located in central Honshu, Japan. This is a collection of several nature parks with various isolated places in Japan. This national park includes the world-famous Mount Fuji, the five Fuji Lakes, the Hakone Geopark, the Izu Peninsula and the Izu Islands. The entire park is a total of 474 square miles.

Its geography represents a diverse topography of highlands, hot springs, bodies of water, miles of coastline and hundreds of volcanic islands. There are also waterfalls, gardens and coral reefs. The best time for mountaineers to visit Mount Fuji is from July 1 to August 31, and spring, summer or autumn is a good time to see the rest of this national park, especially for nature lovers.
    Tourism Tourists flock to Mount Fuji, and many consider it a sacred place. Other places in the park also offer secluded places to relax and interesting attractions. In the spring, cherry blossoms are an additional feature that should not be missed. Although only 100 kilometers from the bustling metropolis of Tokyo, the average tourist will find many natural attractions and experiences. The park has five main destinations, so the average tourist should have a route before booking with a group tour, which is usually the best way to see the park.
    The park was recently designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is administered by the Ministry of Environment of Japan. It is the most visited national park in Japan, as well as one of the best places for tourists traveling to the "Land of the Rising Sun". Mount Fuji alone offers rock climbing, camping, fishing and diving.
    Nearby is the Fuji Goko district, which has year-round access and offers tourists places for camping, hiking, boating and scenic trips. The Hakone area has a botanical garden, a lake and hot springs. The Izu Peninsula has an alligator garden, hot springs, a tropical garden and a scenic coastal road. The Izu Islands have eight small islands that offer trekking, swimming and diving. Two other popular activities in the park are bird watching and whale watching directly at sea.

trip planner

January 30, 2022

Top 5 Ways to Use a Travel Planner



    If you've never used Google Maps Travel Planner before, you'll be amazed at how well it helps you organize and organize your next trip. Use Google Maps to plan hiking tours, mark placemarks to highlight areas you want to visit, and even use real-time location tracking to always know where your family members are. So, if you're ready to plan your next trip, sign in to your Google Account and sign in to Google Maps Travel Planner to continue.

Route planners across Europe. All travel planning services on one page

    Riding a motorcycle is my hobby, I like it, and I try to get out on long trips more often. Probably every fan of travel, regardless of priority transport, whether a motorcyclist or hitchhiker, spends a lot of time on the maps, dreaming of a new route, drooling and counting finances. I'm no exception) I want to go a lot more, so I look at the maps and open the sites of various route planners much more often than necessary. Combined with considerable practical experience in the use of car planners in travel, over time, the advantages and disadvantages of some such programs.We will talk about it in this article, about sites-planners of routes. Almost any site with online maps now has a sewn-in route planner, but some are ungodly buggy, others do not take into account such features of the route, such as ferries. Finally, many planners have too small a limit on the number of key points.Yes, and only free programs will be considered here, Paid they are all cool and work great, we should not talk about them. In addition, route planners usually have their "specialization" in any region. There are also world autoplanirovschiki, but they cope worse with local roads and distances, in comparison with regional. Let's divide the considered autoplanirovschiki some groups:

1) World route planners. 
2) Route planners in Europe. 
3) Route planners in Australia. 
4) Route planners in South America.
5) Route planners in the United States and Canada.
6) Route planners in Africa.
7) Route planners in Asia. 
8) Route planners in Russia.

    Quality planner for Europe with beautiful maps. I really got the impression that this is not Route Planner, but Trip Planner, ie map-map, and the site is sharpened not for cars and motorcycles, but simply for independent tourists who use any public transport.
    In general, there are not many roads in Australia, it is difficult to get lost there, so the main advantages that should have route planners in Australia - it's mapped addresses of hotels, eateries, gas stations, etc. In this car planner in Australia, all this is.
    Created on the basis of Google maps, so I do not see much point in referring to it, it's easier to go straight to the original source. Quite a voluminous and powerful portal with information for tourists. In addition to the planner, there is also a search for hotels, plane tickets, car rentals, etc.

 South America.

     Works only in Costa Rica. Works all over Latin America, but! I could not test it because of the language barrier, because I did not understand how to switch to the English version of the site.

 USA and Canada. 

    Works on the Google engine, calculates only the distance, ie does only what Google does) in vain. Works on the basis of Google, and at the same time requires registration. I don't see much point in making unnecessary clicks with the mouse. Considers distances, gives a lot of useful information. A good alternative to global car planners.
For variety, other search engines and travel agencies in one line: Kayak

Saturday, January 29, 2022

relax in amarillo texas

January 29, 2022

 Top 10 Vacations in Texas

    Texas is a big state, and you don't need to cross the state line to enjoy an unforgettable vacation. These 10 best vacation spots in Texas are just as different as the state itself. From camping to urban areas, your vacation in Texas will be unforgettable no matter what type of vacation you choose. Explore Lone Star when you book a vacation in one of these 10 best vacation spots in Texas.
Padre Garden


    Padre Garden (prices and photos of hotels) South Padre Island is more than just a vacation spot for college students on spring break. This coastal city of Texas is the perfect vacation spot for all Texas looking for a beach and vacation. Spend your holidays sunbathing, water skiing or fishing. The South Padre is also filled with wildlife, making it a great place for birdwatchers and dolphin lovers. In addition to miles of sandy beach here, the garden of Padre Island is also Schlitterbahn Water Park and Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historical Park, which boasts luxurious beachfront accommodation.
Austin


    Austin (prices and photos of hotels) The capital of Texas is one of the best destinations for Lone Star State. Music lovers, lovers of taste and lovers of taste go to this city to experience its eclectic culture. Several great musical acts, known as the "capital of the world's live music", are heading to Austin, especially during the popular Austin City Frontier Music Festival. Even if you're not here to see your favorite band, you won't want to miss a trip to Greenbelt, shopping on South Congress Avenue or a bar by jumping down 6th Street.
Fredericksburg


    Fredericksburg (prices and photos of hotels) This Hill Country gem has gained popularity over the last decade and for good reason. Antique shoppers, wine lovers and wildflower seekers gather in Fredericksburg. If you visit in the spring months, take the Willow Camel Cycle to get breathtaking views of Texas wildflowers. One of Texas' most popular state parks is also in Fredericksburg; The natural area of ​​the Enchanted Rock attracts vacationers, tourists and climbers all year round. Along with a bustling wine scene and downtown shopping area, there is no denying that Fredericksburg is the best vacation spot in Texas.


Singapore tourism bubble.

January 29, 2022

    Singapore's "tourist bubble" could take over Thailand, South Korea and Japan in the near future. But any decision is likely to depend on the effectiveness of these countries' COVID-19 control, rather than the pursuit of tourism revenue, tourism experts say.

Travel bubble


    Travel bubble between Singapore and Hong Kong The air travel bubble between Singapore and Hong Kong will begin on November 22. There is one flight to both cities with 200 passengers one way. From December 7, two flights will start flying.
    Travelers must have tested negative for COVID-19. There will be no restrictions on the purpose of the trip. There will be no movement control, quarantine or other notifications. Two key factors for the Singapore-Hong Kong "travel bubble" were effective control of the virus and the ability to successfully negotiate.
    “Travelers will have to get used to the new rules and swabs for COVID-19. All of this is part and parcel of the new normal.
    ”Who's next? Countries that currently have a "green corridor" with Singapore for important business and official trips can count on participating in a tourist exchange. These include South Korea, Japan and China. Singapore received visitors from these countries, which made it possible to assess the intensity of infection there, as well as the effectiveness of the authorities' fight against infections. This experience will help you make an informed decision about including these countries on your travel list.

    While the demand for travel is definitely there, experts noted that many are still on the fence, given the widespread nature of the pandemic.While the desire to travel persists, the cost of flying abroad can also dampen demand. Today, not only air tickets have risen in price. When planning a trip, you should take into account the considerable cost of all the necessary tests for COVID-19. But still there is a demand for foreign trips. Many people really need to run away from home, but they just don't know where to go. They have nowhere to go.

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