The Crucial Backpacking Essentials for Beginners
Kathelys Pereira
Whether you’re a backpacking beginner or a seasoned traveler the chances are that you’ve had a few worries about what to stock in your suitcase. Fortunately, when it comes to crucial backpacking essentials, so long as you have your first aid kit and a few of the tools in this list, you should be on the right track. The following backpacking must-haves are the best way to stay safe, comfortable, and secure on your next trip, whether you’re heading out to the wilderness for a night, or visiting a hostel in a distant country. A Padlock While a TSA-approved
Hostel Packing Tips for Cheap, Safe Trips
Alan Morrison
Hostels are a great way for young backpackers and travelers with an ambition for adventure to explore the world on a budget. Not only do you get to save cash on the price you would typically pay to stay in a fancy hotel, but you also get the chance to make new friends from across the globe. If you’re looking for a fun and exciting hostel experience, you’ll not only need to choose a great destination, but also make sure you know how to stay safe and comfortable wherever you go. The following hostel packing tips will provide some insight
How to Stay Safe When Travelling with Kids
Alan Morrison
Traveling to new and exciting destinations with children can be a fantastic experience – but it’s also a highly demanding one. A vacation with your child puts you under pressure when it comes to maintaining their wellbeing, and looking after yourself at the same time. Since, at Venture4th, we’re all about making your travel experiences […]
How to Avoid Some of the Most Common Travel Disasters
Alan Morrison
You’ve packed your guidebooks, your spare underwear, and even invested in a good pair of headphones to keep you entertained on the flight, but are you sure that you’re prepared for the most common untimely disasters that might ruin your perfectly-planned trip? You won’t be able to sidestep every unfortunate eventuality, but there are a few ways that you can avoid some of the most common travel disasters if you know how to plan in advance. Bookmark this page, or make a note for your next journey, and be sure that you’re well-prepared for a great trip. Disaster 1: Having
What is RFID? And Why Should You Be Blocking It?
Kathelys Pereira
What is RFID technology? RFID, otherwise known as Radio Frequency Identification devices, utilizes tiny microchips that store sensitive personal and financial information. Usually, these chips are stored within your passports, debit cards, credit cards, professional identification, and even some drivers license for the sake of convenience. In fact, some studies indicate that there are hundreds of millions of active RFID chips across the world today. While these chips can be extremely useful, by ensuring that you never again have to enter a pin number or spend time swiping your card when you’re in a hurry, they also come with a
What You Need in Your Hand Luggage
Alan Morrison
Whether you’re new to the world of regular travel, or you jet off on a business trip every other weekend, packing your hand luggage can be almost as frustrating and complicated as packing your regular suitcase. Not only do you have to think about all of the things you might need in the space between your home and your hotel, but you also have to ensure you’re meeting with airport guidelines and staying within the weight limit. Most of the time, you start off by storing your universal charger and a few books for in-travel entertainment, and in moments your
Stress-Free Adventures: Don’t Forget these Simple Travel Rules
Alan Morrison
After your hotel and flights have been booked and paid for, organizing your luggage properly and preparing for the trip is the last thing you’ll have to worry about before that wonderful stress-free vacation. Getting through the airport terminals and finally reaching your hotel can seem like a challenge in itself, but following a few simple travel rules should help to keep frustrations to a minimum. For instance, invest in a travel money belt to keep your valuables secure while you’re exploring your new destination, and make a list of crucial things you might need to remember, including passports, documents,
5 Great Romantic Getaway Ideas for Couples
Alan Morrison
If you can’t remember the last time you took a vacation without a pile of toys and worldwide travel adapter plugs in your suitcase, or the term “undivided attention” for you and your spouse is met with the same confusion as the phrase “personal time”, you might need a break together (Sans the kids) – […]
5 Affordable Locations for Family Travel
Alan Morrison
Get ready to start packing, grab your travel umbrella (just in case), and ask your neighbors to collect your mail, because it’s time to transform your dream vacation into a reality. Whatever your idea of the perfect adventure might be, it’s worth noting that it’s probably more achievable, and affordable than you might assume. The […]
How to Design Your Dream Vacation: Tips for the Perfect Trip
Alan Morrison
A lot of people spend their days, and nights dreaming about the perfect adventure. For some, this might mean travelling across the globe to watch the Northern Lights in Iceland, whereas others will be drawn towards stunning white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. Unfortunately, as much time as we spend thinking about our ideal trip, […]
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