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What to see and how to get to Piazza Verdi in La Spezia

Piazza Verdi was at the center of an important redevelopment project, commissioned by the municipality to enhance this symbolic place in the city of La Spezia , today the scene of events, shows and musical concerts. The square can be discovered walking alone, or taking part in a guided tour to get to know every detail, admiring its historic Art Nouveau buildings , Futurist works and the modernity of restyling, an endless journey between the past and the contemporary in the Gulf of Poets.

The history of Piazza Verdi in La Spezia
Piazza Verdi is one of the historic sites of La Spezia , situated in a strategic area of ​​the city between the port, the seat of the Municipality and important monuments, such as the Castle of San Giorgio and the Museum of Modern Art. Located a stone’s throw from the historic center, in the Torretto district, the square was dedicated in honor of the famous Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi , author of the Va, thought and other great classical music works.

Today Piazza Verdi is the scene of cultural events and events organized by the Municipality, which through the program See You in Piazza Verdi seeks to enhance this historic place in the Ligurian city. However there was no lack of controversy after the restyling carried out in 2014 , which saw conflicting opinions between the population and intellectuals, with a strong division between those who would have liked a greater preservation of traditions, compared to those who instead expressed themselves favorably on the new aspect of the square.

The origins of La Spezia date back to Roman times, after which the city came under Byzantine rule, until it became a territory of control of the Municipality of Genoa in the Middle Ages. From the fifteenth century, La Spezia returned independent and began a long period of development, assuming the role of a large maritime city with an important military task in the nineteenth century. Piazza Verdi fully represents this process, offering a place where the city’s recent cultural history meets modernity and the contemporary world.

The historic Art Nouveau buildings of Piazza Verdi
The Piazza verde tour in La Spezia begins by admiring its splendid historic buildings, symbol of the difficult years behind the two world wars, which characterized the entire 19th century. Walking into the square you can suddenly see Palazzo Boletto , designed in 1927 by architect Vincenzo Bacigalupi, an elegant Art Nouveau building that was enlarged in 1933, whose task was to close Piazza Verdi by blocking the view in sea ​​direction.

December 26, 2020 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

One day tour of Venice: the unmissable stops

Venice is one of the most loved cities of our country, a unique place in the world rich in history and charm, a place able to offer an always suggestive atmosphere in every season of the year. Although it takes a long time to get to know the Venetian lagoon, it is possible to see Venice in one day walking discovering the main places of the city. Today we offer one of the itineraries to visit Venice on foot, to admire the historic buildings and monuments from Piazzale Roma to the wonderful Piazza San Marco .

One day in Venice: departure from Piazzale Roma
This Venice tour starts from Piazzale Roma , the terminus for those arriving in the lagoon by car or bus, while those using the train descend to the Santa Lucia station, located a short distance away on the other side of the Grand Canal . From both points it is possible to take the vaporetto , a true symbol of Venice like the gondola ride , opting for lines 1 and 2 that go up the main Venetian canal until reaching Punta della Dogana da Mar, near Piazza Saint Mark.

The whole journey takes about 40 minutes, however by purchasing the day ticket you can get off at any vaporetto stop, using the means to see Venice in one day, discovering the beauties present along the two banks of the Grand Canal. Alternatively it is possible to start from Piazzale Roma and continue on foot , the itinerary is almost identical, but by boat you can easily reach both shores in an easier way.

Visit Venice in one day: the Constitution Bridge
The first place of interest, during the walking tour of Venice, is represented by the Ponte della Costituzione , the controversial architectural work carried out by the famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, which has recently undergone an intervention to replace the glass panels of the pavement. It is a spectacular work inaugurated in 2008, considered a true masterpiece of architecture and design, near which is also the beautiful Chiesa degli Scalzi , which houses the body of the last Doge of Venice, Lodovico Manin.

September 26, 2020 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

Adda cycle path: route and information

The Adda cycle path continues along the river, allowing cyclists to admire its natural beauty. The total distance of the route is about 10 kilometers. The bottom of the road is almost completely asphalt, but has some small sections in dirt. Taking a pace of about 15 kilometers per hour , you can complete the course in just over half an hour. The Adda cycle path is of the pedestrian and cycle type, which is why it is possible to follow it by running or trekking .

Although the difference in height on the route is almost completely absent, the route of this itinerary is not recommended for children, the elderly and skaters. The main reason is due to its popularity. Being one of the most beautiful cycle paths on a national scale, it attracts several cycling or trekking enthusiasts every week , who travel the route quickly or backwards. In order not to hinder the movement of other people, all those who are unable to keep up a fast pace should choose other types of path.

The gap is absent in 95% of the route and the road suffers a slight rise in the last part. Surrounded by greenery, close to the river, the Adda cycle path will impress cyclists with the views surrounding the area. Even the river, with its slow flow, has a certain charm. The cycling route starts in the town of Pizzighettone, where cyclists can admire the walls that held Francesco I prisoner. Shortly after the itinerary, it crosses State Road number 234.

Pay attention to the traffic when crossing the motorist road . Once you have crossed the latter, you simply have to follow the course of the river until you reach Crotta d’Adda, located near the State Road number 47. The entire bike path is only a section of the path that follows Adda in its entirety, reason so after reaching their destination cyclists can consider the idea of ​​continuing the ride along the river. The most recommended season to complete the itinerary is spring. Alternatively, it is possible to take the autumn road, which will make the whole surrounding environment even more suggestive.

June 26, 2020 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

The Valle Olona cycle path: route and information

The Valle Olona cycle path allows you to learn more about the urban areas of Northern Italy , looking at the layout of houses in the countryside and enjoying a relaxing afternoon in almost complete solitude. In fact, the Valle Olona cycle path is certainly not among the most famous nationally and the likelihood of meeting many other cyclists is very poor. Most travelers who have been lucky enough to complete this route describe it as a lonely departure from everyday life, as long as the path on which it proceeds seems to be really lost in nothing.

The distance to travel is small: only 5 and a half kilometers. The bottom of the road is completely in beaten earth, since it is a question of what is in effect a path. Travelers will not find specific signs along the route: no traffic lights, directions or anything else. As long as it is a real path that can be walked by both pedestrians and cyclists, there is the possibility of meeting trekking lovers along the way. However, according to the cyclists who have completed the itinerary, such a possibility is very poor.

Obviously, due to the road surface in beaten earth, the Valle Olona cycle path is not recommended for both children and skaters. This is because the road surface on the ground could be insufficiently unstable and it really takes a good balance to be able to stay on the bike at different points. In the final part of the route there are also a series of steep descents and equally steep ascents, which could put the experienced cyclists in difficulty. However, the route is recommended for out-of-shape cyclists, as they can have a great workout.

To complete this itinerary it is best to use specific bicycles, such as mountain bikes. The two classic wheels with which you travel on the asphalt are less recommended. The difficulty of the route is described as an average. Moreover, various cyclists indicate that in some points of the course the grass has really grown a lot, so much so that you will have to make great efforts to overcome it without getting off the bike. Finally, it should be noted that at one point there are 4 steps on which you have to climb with the bike in your hand.

March 26, 2020 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

6 job listings offering the chance to travel the world for free (according to Forbes)

man photographing baby elephant with his mobile phone camera in Chitwan national park, Nepal

Creativity, talent and passion for travel: on the internet it is always easier to come across job advertisements that require these three characteristics to candidates, offering them the chance to travel the world and tell the route from an unprecedented point of view. For those who leave there is the opportunity to practice for a while a dream job, for companies to advertise their brand in an original way, especially through social channels.

The experience generally lasts a few months, but it could be the right starting point to lay the foundations for an enviable and out of the ordinary career. For those who love to write, photograph or play – and of course travel – the Forbes website has collected these six job advertisements, still looking for the right candidate.

1. For travel vloggers

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On the occasion of the twentieth anniversary of its creation, Pacsafe, a company that produces equipment and clothing for travelers, has established Be More Costest: the lucky winner of this competition will win two weeks of vacation in a destination of his choice in every part of the world, in the company of a professional photographer and a videomaker to tell the views, stories and experiences encountered along the way. The chosen one will receive a pacsafe value of $ 1,000. “We want you to plan your dream trip and inspire others to live a less ordinary life,” reads the announcement. Candidates are asked to send a video of a minute explaining why they are the right people and what will be the added value of their planned holiday. There is time until March 9th.
2. For digital nomads

A trip (salaried) in four countries of the world for four months to discover and tell the lives of remote employees abroad. Fiverr , an online company that offers services for freelance workers, is looking for a “Chief Digital Nomad”, which will accompany a community of professionals in different contexts and environments. In each city they will have access for a week to all the coworking spaces, free accommodation and can explore the host city. The aim is to collect advice from remote workers from all over the world, to allow those who follow the journey to sneak secret and improve their performance. The possibility of sending an application expires on 25 February.

3. For travel bloggers

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World Nomads , a company that provides travel insurance, is seeking three aspiring travel bloggers to explore the history, culture and landscapes of Argentina. The winners will attend a four-day seminar in Buenos Aires with a professional travel writer and contributor to the New York Times, who will provide them with the right advice to make the most of this opportunity. Each winner will stay for 10 days in a different region. The judges seek great descriptive skills, attention to detail and a talent to avoid clichés and to participate must send a story of 2500 words that respond to the following topics: “Create a local connection”, “The last thing I would have expected” or “A decision that pushed me to the limit”.
4. For those who love documentaries

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The Development Associates International offers the winner of a contest the opportunity to travel to Cameroon for the summer 2018, in order to document the impact that the company has had on the community. The trip will be taken over by a professional director. To be selected, you need to upload a three-minute video on Vimeo or YouTube (by April 1st) which explains how a famous person or professor has had a positive influence on his life or that of an acquaintance. The candidate will have to convince the jury to be the right choice.
5. For photographers

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Lovers of photography of all ages and experiences will do well not to miss the opportunity offered by the Sony World Photography Awards . The winners of the 10 categories will see their photo exhibited at the Somerset House in London, will participate in several international exhibitions and could win a job with Sony. Registration opens in June.

6. For musicians

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For nine non-professional musicians there is the possibility to perform on international stages, winning a competition. To offer this opportunity is the Six String Theory , an online platform that gives visibility to the singers, and now asks candidates to send a video, to win the opportunity to perform in many festivals and stages around the world, including the NAM of Las Vegas, Tokyo’s Blue Nore and the Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Candidates must be “non-professional musicians”, that is, they can perform in clubs and give music lessons, but their income does not have to depend entirely on these activities. From 31 May it will be possible to apply and travel will start in the summer.

December 9, 2019 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

A luxury resort in the Bahamas and the ideal job: “We are looking for a well-paid flamingo director”

Working in a dream place, surrounded by crystal clear waters, having only one task: to deal with flamingos. A Bahamian luxury resort, Baha Mar , is looking for a CFO, Chief Flamingo Officer , or a “director” to take care of these animals, make sure they are well, that they are adequately nourished and that they have the ideal conditions to reproduce.

Flamingos are not yet present in the area, but their arrival is scheduled for spring, when they will stay in the resort area to lay their eggs. The pink birds are a real attraction for tourists: the Bahamas are home to about 60 thousand, so that the flamingos have become the symbol of the archipelago .

Although it seems fascinating to have to deal with these majestic animals all day (and get paid for it), the job position puts limits: the ideal candidate must have a degree in zoology or similar and at least five years experience in field. Among the preferential skills, the resort includes “a generous spirit”, and the ability to create an emotional connection with the guests. The chosen one will, in fact, involve adults and children and guide them to the discovery of these wonderful animals, making sure that they are not disturbed or hurt.

The announcement, published on the tourist village’s Facebook page , has attracted considerable interest among users: “This is my dream job, when does it start?”, Reads a comment. “I had to take a degree in zoology instead of finance,” reads another. The working position is open until February 28: up to that date, then, you can dream of packing and moving to the heat of Nassau, between pristine beaches and turquoise waters.

October 9, 2019 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

“After the death of Marta, I walked 4 thousand km on foot to save my life and give it a sense, helping others”

The Christmas of 2015 was to be for Marta Lazzarin and Christian Cappello the last to be spent in two. After 15 years together, during which they founded a travel blog , she was pregnant with their first child. Marta and Christian were not used to exchange traditional gifts under the tree, but donations, in the name of one and the other. In that year, without agreeing, they chose the same non-profit organization, which raised funds for research into cystic fibrosis. They then thought of touring Italy, telling their journey to make known rare diseases.

A few days later, however, Marta died in a hospital bed and her son also left. On 2 April 2016 Leonardo should have been born. Since their death, until that day, Christian has spent time crying, isolating himself and even thinking about suicide, but on that same date he decided to mark his rebirth: he embarked on a journey on foot around Italy , to visit the twenty-seven centers of cystic fibrosis research in person, raise awareness of the disease and raise funds for the cause. He decided to do it “both to realize the will of Marta, both to save my life, to give it meaning, helping others”.

He told it in person in the book “Go ahead” , published Mondadori. An atypical travel diary, in which the story mixes with the outburst, the need to remember and, in fact, move on. The report of a journey to give meaning to one’s life, through solidarity, given and above all perhaps received.

“I will leave on foot, with Martha virtually by the hand and my little Leonardo on my shoulders,” he had written in a blog before leaving. Certainly he did not imagine that at his side, in the more than 4 thousand kilometers on foot, would have walked thousands of people hitherto unknown, sick, familiar, doctors or curious, ready to host him during the stages and to extend his hand, to help him continue in the hardest moments.

Pope Francis, who wanted to call him in person to encourage him in his turn, came to know about his story. And from this story was born a non-profit organization, Marta4Kids , which raises funds for research.

August 9, 2019 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

Expert advice to enjoy a dream vacation

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1 Do not purchase travel insurance

The tendency to go beyond those boring pages that, during online bookings, remind you of possible delays, cancellations, accidents or accidents, is a very strong temptation. Nothing could be more wrong, the expert warns. Do not take out travel insurance to save a few tens of euros could ruin an otherwise perfect holiday, turn a period of relaxation in the most stressful days of your life, or worse, blow up the projects of months. Even if you do not use it (hopefully), your travel insurance should also include health insurance to feel safe even in a foreign country and get rid of a lot of worries.

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2 Enjoy the moment..no technology

It is not necessary to take pictures every two seconds. It’s true: the view is breathtaking, the beautiful spectacle of the sunlight reflected on the crystal waves, or the skyliner that stands out against the sky, recalling a modern tower of Babel, but no … once again resist: photographing and immediately sharing is not the priority. Take all the time necessary to enjoy the scenery, to breathe deeply the exotic scents, the sea breeze, or the silence of a forest and also, why not ?, the frenzy of a metropolis teeming with life. In short, do what you can not do in your everyday life because you are oppressed by the deadlines: stop. Try to impress the sense of a different world in your memory, not just in your cell phone memory,

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3 Walk, walk, walk ..

You have set some stops to visit absolutely, consulting hundreds of travel sites, collecting tips of places to see and browsing various tourist guides but, guess what, according to the expert, the best guide is simply walking. Rather than taking the vehicles or taxis, to discover and get closer to the local life, one must also explore taking the pleasure of getting lost. You will discover those little pearls outside the tourist circuit, but that will allow you to immerse yourself in the life of the place and to surprise you.

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4 Prohibition to work (or almost)

Is it a holiday? Well, by definition, imposes complete freedom from everything that could be listed under the work label. So forget emails, deadlines and, unless you are a parent (yes, this is a full-time job without part time or vacation), for a weekend your colleagues or clients will be able to do without you, the office it will not fall apart, the collapsed bags will be resolved and your place will be there waiting for you the following week.

But since we are human beings, and moreover, in a modern world, we do not pretend we can do without technology. We are rather looking for a middle ground by establishing an hour a day of connection. The expert explains that when she takes a little vacation she defines an hour of “connected time” from the beginning to be able to relax without too much guilt.

June 9, 2019 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

In the shadow of the Ossuary, Custoza is a discovery

A belvedere that takes your breath away. The scent of the must that enters the soul. The lake, the mountains, the foxes that run between cultivated land. We are in Verona, where the past is re-built and kept in the Ossuary of Custoza. With its attractive pyramidal structure, this place tells how post-Risorgimento Italy gave life to a monument, unique in its kind, dedicated to memory.

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1800 skulls of soldiers between 18 and 20, of 13 different nationalities and 5 different religions who fought during the First and Third War of Independence. This is the historical and emotional content that can be seen in the Custoza Ossuary. But what really characterizes him from other ossuaries in Italy is the fact that every relic is kept outside the showcases, within reach of a “direct contact” with the visitor.

Thus, in an emotional journey, between the forty meters of height of this fascinating structure, which shows its strength from the distance and its moving meaning, we visit the chapel that introduces us perfectly into the heart of the shrine with a phrase, so significant, as unforgettable “Enemies in life / death adapted them / pity collected them”.

You can read it up there on top of the white marble.

We then descend into the crypt, where the disturbing order of the remains shakes us deep down. You go up finally, returning “to life” towards the gallery, which gives us a 360 ° look at Custoza and its surroundings, reminding us how delightful its landscape is to see, explore and taste.

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At the beginning of the 20th century the first pilgrims to visit the Ossuary were the Italian and Austrian families of fallen soldiers. Then the cycle-tourism began because Custoza, immersed in the last moraine hills for those coming from Lake Garda and among the first for those who come from Mantua, has a wonderful landscape. Monte Baldo with its 2000 meters and the expanses of vines that make it an ideal half for those in search of peace and authenticity that this village has maintained over time. It is surprising to observe the painting by Julius von Blaas, a military landscape painter, who portrays the parade of the winner of the battle between Albert of Hapsburg and his soldiers proceeding in the direction of the Belvedere hill, you will be thrilled to see that very little has changed from that distant 1906, when the painting was made.

April 9, 2019 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

That’s why you should never accept the first hotel room assigned to you

Each of us has experienced hotel disappointment . You arrive in what you thought would be a wonderful place to stay, and then end up in a corner room on the first floor, overlooking the parking lot and infested with the smell of cigarette.

Advice from the expert: this is the reason why you should ALWAYS ask to change rooms after seeing the first one offered to you .

Often, the second room assigned (or the third or fourth, if you are a stubborn type) is much, much better than the first. All you need is a small investigation in order to get the best, even if it is not what was initially obtained.

The recommendation is simple:

If you are not satisfied with the room that has been allocated to you, then it is worth asking for the change.

After checking the assignment object, go to the front desk and ask if there is anything they can do to meet your needs. Hotels often give customers the most basic room in the price range, says Zach Honig , editor-in-chief of The Points Guy.

It is conceivable that hotels behave in this way to keep the best rooms in store for those guests who claim or have special needs (that is, guests like you).

Honig says he would never ask for a room change without first seeing the first assignment, and that’s exactly what we would recommend to everyone.

After seeing the room in person, you can highlight problems such as lack of light, the presence of a strange smell or noisy neighbors, so as to support the request for a new arrangement.

“Providing an explanation for why a change would be preferable can make a difference,” Honig told HuffPost. “For example, if you want to spend a lot of time working from the hotel room, you can explain that extra space would be useful to make the accommodation a more comfortable work environment, so you could get a bigger room or suite. “.

February 9, 2019 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

The peyote is a small thornless cactus found in the Potosi desert in Mexico

THE PEYOTE

What is the peyote

What we see

The peyote is a small thornless cactus found in the Potosi desert in Mexico and the United States in the states of New Mexico and Texas.

The peyote has a very slow growth. In the wild it takes more than thirty years to reach adulthood.

It is bulb-shaped green-gray in color and is shaped like an orange. In general it does not exceed seven or eight centimeters in diameter and only protrudes a few centimeters from the ground. It is usually found at the foot of the governadoras alone or in small groups of three or four. The governadoras are thornless bushes ubiquitous in this desert.

A plant with many powers

What makes the peyote so special are these properties. It contains many active substances on the body and on the brain including mescaline.

It is consumed first and foremost for these psychotropic effects, but it also has healing properties recognized scientifically.

This plant is considered sacred in many indigenous cultures and in the first place the Huichols in Mexico who consume it during religious ceremonies.

Wikipedia makes an exhaustive list of the felt effects of peyotes. However, if I compare my personal experience with that of other people I met and testimonies I read, it seems that the effect is very different depending on the person.

Peyotes in bloomPeyotes in bloom

The stories we tell

If I came to this desert and trained my friend Aubin with me, it’s partly to discover what this truly mystical cactus is in the Potosi desert.

He is at the center of the Huicho people’s religion. Although very different, it is often compared to the mighty hayawaska of shamanic Amazonian rites.

What made me want to come to the desert to eat this strange cactus called peyote, are all the curious stories of travelers met far from here, who came to this desert before me.

These are the kinds of things I heard:

What I had been told about the effects of peyote

“I went to eat peyote a month ago since I am super happy” 
Giu Giu

“After taking Peyotes, I drank more alcohol for a month, I had more desire” 
Daniel

“The Peyote is not hallucinogenic it’s very personal, it makes think. When you have a big effect think of your problems, your sick grandmother, your goals in life etc. It’ll help you sort things out ” 
Daniel, Giu Giu, François, and others …

What I had been told about how to take peyote

“I met a shaman, we made a ceremony around a fire one evening in a group with other tourists. » 
Clara

“We each went to look for Peyotes in a different direction and we ate the peyote all together, but everyone ate only those he had found. Because the Peyote is magic it appears to you if you are ready. » 
Clara

I had heard many interesting stories about peyoteI had heard many interesting stories about peyote

“I left with a friend of mine who already knew. We went camping far in the desert alone. We went for long walks to look for and pick some peyote. We ate those we found as and when. We did it again for several days ” 
Giu Giu

“We went in a big band in the desert with music and a lot of alcohol and we shared the peyote we found. In the evening we had a big party and the next day we left »

And then of course there are also the huichols a group indigenous to Mexico who make a pilgrimage of 400 kilometers every year and ritually eat the peyote.

Some Mexicans still come for longer periods of at least a month, often in groups, in small houses very far away where they live on little and eat a lot of peyote.

In the end I heard very different things that seriously stirred my curiosity.

Finally, I followed Jefe’s advice.

“The peyote is medicine, its magic is in it, the shamans here are often fake shamans. It’s up to you to decide how you want to eat it “

October 16, 2018 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

Maxico Desert

Jefe Luis, the leader of the desert

An international reputation

As far as Nicaragua or Yucatan I have been recommended several times to meet “Jefe Luis” if I ever went to the San Luis de Potosi desert.
He would welcome me and help me take my first steps in the desert. His desert!

Here we are finally. We are in front of his house. It is a small hut a little twisted, flat roof, made of large stones color earth. The facade is pierced by two very small windows. An old battered caravan extends the house as an extra room. We are in a half-camp Roma style, half village of Tatouine of the Star Wars.

In the distance a man apparently not quite young, in military uniform from the feet to the head and to the slightly lame but assured step approaches. “It’s the Jefe Luis, that’s for sure! ”
That’s what he confirms handing us a big hand full of big fingers.

Jefe and me!Jefe and me!

Visitors from all over the world

He knows why we are here. Every week, visitors from all over the world come here to meet him, camp for a few days in the heart of nature and experience the mystical power of peyotes. He is proud to welcome each visitor personally.
He takes us aside to a tree (which is quite rare in the area) to settle us. The tent that Jefe lends us has no arches or double roof, but with string and branches of our tree we climb our little house that looks like a cobweb and has style.

“Do you have tequila and mescal? The Jefe asks us

“Oh no,” I answer.
“It will be missed! He said the sorry look probably more for him than for us.

“But I have rum and good food”
and we continue our conversation while he whistles our bottle of rum.

Washing me makes me sick

The Jefe wanted to be a soldier, it was his dream but finally he never left his desert and it never happened. One day he was offered his military uniform and since then he has not left him. He gets dressed every day with. Anyway in the desert we do not get dirty and here hygiene is not a concern. There is not enough water for that. It has been a lot of fun this year, but it’s been three years since it happened and apart from that there is just a well.

The Jefe is only washing once every five months, he says it makes him sick. But when you see the big water hole covered with a funny green moss that serves as a bath for all the members of this tiny hamlet I can imagine better why.

Without water, what are the people living here?

Looking at the dry land of the desert, I wonder how we can live here. As incredible as it sounds, he tells me that this year’s rain has allowed them to grow corn and kidney beans. He hands me a spike of but very particular. The grains are red, yellow and black and they are very hard and dry. Desert corn In years when there is no rain they leave to work in the more modern and larger farms of those who have dug very deep wells and life is harder. The Jefe tells me that he has often been hungry, thirsty and cold.

First sunset on the desert

It is in the company of Jefe that we eat our first peyote. As the sun falls on one side and the moon rises on the other side, everything becomes so beautiful that it seems unreal. My friend Aubin claims that between the hills there is the end of the world. He saw this in “The Trueman Show” and yet no, our magical world extends to infinity all around us at 360 degrees.

Jefe points at us lying there in front of us and says:

“I would be happiest if all the people from all over the world that I hosted here were all here in front of me here and they all said to me:

Hi Jefe and thank you! ”

September 20, 2018 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

Travel To Maxico

El pueblo fantasma

The next day in the light of day we discover the city with another look. In the alleyways away from many ruined houses and flapping shutters still testify to the not-so-distant time when the city was a ghost town.

We go climbing a hill and again we meet buildings from another time.

First, an abandoned old mine whose rusty machines mark the entrance and then at the top an entire village of which all that remains are old stones and the church not yet completely collapsed. In places we go around huge square wells which we do not see the bottom. They lead directly to the heart of the old mines. Rocks are thrown to the bottom to probe the depth and we expect to wake the goblins who must live indoors in the dark.

Real de Catorze, a city of pilgrimage

Back to Real de Catorze we head towards the church which attracts thousands of pilgrims each year in the hope that Saint Francis of Assisi will answer their prayers. As elsewhere in Mexico, the churches are full of ugly kitschy statues painted with real wig hair and glass eyes.

To request the realization of a miracle to Saint Francis or thank you we hang a golden pin with the photo of a loved one on the support provided or we made a beautiful drawing accompanied by a beautiful letter of thanks. An entire wall is lined with these letters. Reading them, I learned that Saint-François is really very strong. He saves car accidents, gives birth to children, heals almost all diseases, etc.

Meet a funny shaman

While strolling we crossed a very smiling guy quietly sitting on a low wall that stopped us. The guy, a young man of no more than thirty, was almost as badly dressed as me, dressed in poncho and wore a guitar of the kind well customized and patched with big tape:
“Hi guys, you’re going to the desert not true ? Can I help you? ”

The guy tells us that when we talk to him it is under the effect of peyotes and it seems to make him really happy. He tells us that he is called “Gusano” (earth green), that he is a shaman, that he lives in the desert and comes back to Real de Catorze every weekend to earn a living by playing the game. guitar in the streets for tourists.

He guessed that we intended to go to the desert and certainly eat peyotes. So they propose to take us. It sounds interesting but it’s not exactly how we imagined our trip in the desert and we decided to leave without him. Not resentful, he teaches us a little more about the desert, the peyotes and how to go where we planned.

 

August 20, 2018 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

DISCOVERING THE DESERT AND THE CACTUS WITH MYSTIC POWERS, THE PEYOTE

The desert of San Luis Potosi is a magical world covered with cacti and thorn bushes on a yellow and arid land. I went there as much to discover this fantastic landscape as to eat the peyote, this mysterious cactus with mystical powers found only there.

THE DESERT WAY

First mysterious step

On the recommendations of the friends met on the way we head to a small town with the mysterious name “Real de Catorze”, “Royale de Fourteen” in French.

This city was a mining town (gold and silver mines) until the end of the 19th century. Little by little the city has turned into a ghost town with the abandonment of mines. What to thicken the mystery.

We arrive at night and the bus leaves us at the entrance of a tunnel too narrow to continue our route. It was dug more than 150 years ago, entirely built in old stones, and especially it is the only passage towards the city. I watch the lights get lost inside by raising an eyebrow! Are we going to have to walk the three kilometers that separates us on the other side?

A funny little bus almost the width of the tunnel then arrives and makes us cross. The passengers sit on a long bench that runs along the walls. Already there are two or three travelers with unusual style including a bearded fifty years with a felt hat, feathers at the end of the hair …

Real de Catorze the ghost town

On the other side of the tunnel we are in Real de Catorze. It is said that this name is a tribute to fourteen Spaniards who were killed by the natives during the construction of the city. The city is enclosed by arid hills covered with yellow soil on which cacti and thorn bushes grow. All houses are in large stones.

At first sight the city does not have much ghost anymore. It has repopulated as tourists attracted by the magical atmosphere of the place or on pilgrimage to St. Francis of Assisi have arrived more and more numerous.

At its peak tens of thousands of people lived there, today there are almost two miles who live entirely tourism directly or indirectly. At the turn of an alley, teenagers are dressed in traditional costumes or monsters and dance to the rhythm of the drums. We are given a hot fruit drink with a drop of mescal and tamales, rolls of corn pastry stuffed with meat. Welcoming !

July 15, 2018 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

IN TIMOR, LOST IN KUPANG AND ON ROTI ISLAND


The big island of Timor in Indonesia is absolutely not touristy, fortunately Berto a local guy makes me the visit of the capital of the island Kupang and I see real Indonesia without blinkers. Then I go solo to Roti island off Timor. A real gem!

In Kupang I am lost by myself, I do not know what to do. I drag a little in the city but there is not much to see. Along the beach at night, a whole street is covered with small street vendors. You can eat all the panoply of Indonesian dishes.

Surprisingly one of the homosexuals on the boat calls me to spend the evening. Ok I have nothing to do after all. He makes me visit a kind of funny fairground. It’s very poor, the maneges are from another time. Some turn with the force of a man, who jumps on the manege to give him elan. It’s like the turnstiles of the schoolyards more elaborate and bigger.

We find friends at his home. He lives in a tiny room with no window that smells of chicken. A huge insect mounts me on it. There are no windows, the walls are not thicker than paper, yet wood. This is the first time I have faced so much poverty. It’s much worse in the cities. Neighbors arrive, I discuss Indonesians as best as I can. Everyone is incredibly friendly and warm, even the owner arrives. We drink a few beers, I spend a good evening, the owner makes me promise to come back here when I return to Kupang.

The next day I go to Rote Island with an ultra fast boat. The island is amazing, it is a kind of African desert with buffaloes and wild horses. There are miles of beaches completely deserted. Families of wild pigs roam these abandoned beaches snouting in the sand. Real traditional villages are built on the sand, the houses are all bamboo with straw roofs.
The layers of sun on the sea are very beautiful. At nightfall the inhabitants light fires on the beach and discuss under the sky covered with millions of stars.

June 15, 2018 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

ARRIVAL IN EAST TIMOR

The island of Timor is divided in two. On the one side Indonesia, on the other, the most recent country in the world, Timor leste. Here on the Indonesian side there are already no tourists, no one speaks English, it’s complicated to travel here. I have to go to Timor Leste or go 4 tourists a day according to the statistics …

It’s been a week since I was in the Indonesian part of Timor. I feel really deep in Indonesia, I had no contact with other tourists (except Roti island). I am without information in a big city that I do not know, or hardly anyone speaks English and in a different culture. Fortunately I made an Indonesian friend, Berto.

At the moment it’s intense but not easy. So I hesitate to go to Timor-Leste, the country next door. It is the youngest country in the world, it exists only since 2004. It is said that only 4 tourists a day return there and that the country recently independent is not yet stable politically and can be still violent. It is also said that it is the poorest country in Asia but paradoxically life is very expensive. United Nations forces control the security of the country and people still speak a different language (tetum).

I am afraid to find myself in a truly total immersion, alone and able to communicate. But now that I have come so far I make the decision to go there despite everything.

Fun situation at the time of getting in my little bus on which is written the name of the place where I have to go the locals shout me not to go up. “Ok, ok, ok!” I finally understand that here the name on the front of the bus does not indicate the final destination but simply the general direction. The locals help me get on the right bus that takes me to the border that consists of a series of tole cabins in the middle of nature.

Here I am in Timor-Leste. Now the currency is not the rupee but the US dollar. But I arrived too late, there is no bus anymore. I’m stuck at the border is it’s night.

I use my best Indonesian to haggle with a guy. I would like him to take me to the capital Dili with his scooter. We agree for $ 20. At the time it seemed to me expensive but considering what awaits me I understand better later what the price implies.

The 3 hours of roads behind the scooter with my bag on the shoulders are rather difficult for my back and my little buttocks, but the arid landscape is a treat. The road meanders along the coast sometimes on the beach sometimes in the hills and soon with a view of a beautiful sunset over the sea.
In one of the villages we pass the first UN soldiers who greet us from the top. their tank.

Tired, I arrive at night in Dili directly at the Backpacker hotel and thank my driver.

May 10, 2018 Blog, Travel, Trips Read more >

Best Musical Festivals in Europe

Europe stands front with many cultural nations conducting the world’s popular and largest musical festivals ranging from electronic and ethical to rock band ensembles. Headliners of these musical events may be from bands, movies, DJs, or arts. May it be rock, band, indies, or pops, performances are in classical, neoclassical, or contemporary style to hold the audience spellbound.

Event sites are selected to have quieter spaces ideal for more reposing and revitalizing. The largest musical fest centers will be flocked with thousands of crowd, fully intrigued into an eclectic new world.

European nations like the UK, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Germany, Belgium, and Portugal are on the top of the list of organizing some world’s admiring musical events. Here is a repertoire of the best musical fests in Europe.

Creamfields

It is the best and biggest award-winning rock fest held in the UK. You may plan for lineup booking the day camping, as tickets may be sold beforehand. The eccentric arena boasts the live performances of electronic music artists, DJs, special guests, and the most anticipated celebrities. The upcoming festival is to be conducted in August 2018 in Deresburg.

Bestival

A series of fun enchanting music events have already been conducted and the record releases were from Rob Da Bank’s Sunday Best. This award-winning four day festival brings boutique experience with love. This creativity show is known for its diverse lineups that encompass theatre, comedy, circus, and arts. It boasts electrifying music concerts of rock, indie, hip hop, and reggae. Bestival 2018 commences in August 2018 in Dorset.

Hellfest Open Air

It is one of the biggest metal festivals in Europe and the first in France. It produces rock music blast on heavy rock, metal, and punk with guitar riffs and headbangs. Subgenres of metal cast their distinct models that conglomerate to bring the most astonishing darkest festival on earth. Iron Maiden and Judas Priest are the headliners of the June 2018 event, including the bigwigs Megadeth, Marilyn Manson, Deftones, and others.

Electrobeach

It is one of the biggest electronic festivals in Europe and has been the backbone of the European musical industry for three decades. Dipped into the euphonious songs, the idyllic forests and lakes around the peninsula will be brimmed with enchanting rhythms. The upcoming festival is to be conducted in July 2018 in Belfort, France.

Primavera Sound

It takes in pride of bringing many lineups of classic indie, rock and pop and attracting around two lakhs of people. The standout feature of this music event is that it call ups many big names first and then encores many for even impromptu performance. Parc del Fòrum is an amazing event site for packing lakhs of crowd to behold the magical music. The festival will be held in May to June 2018 at Parc del Fòrum, Barcelona.

Mad Cool Festival

It is a competitor to the might Primavera that had already brought diverse lineups to Madrid. There are dance and rock luminaries like Pearl Jam, Jack White, Depeche Mode, and Queens of the Stone Age. The most renowned festival is to be held in Madrid in July 2018.

Rock am Ring and Rock im Park

Rock am Ring is a festival in Germany, organized along with its sister festival Rock im Park. It is remarkable that the biggies and leading lights have blazed a trail to bring a new shape to the festival in 1991. This event is focused on rock, metal, and punk. Both festivals are to be held concomitantly in Eifel and Nuremberg in June 2018.

Tomorrowland

It is one of the biggest electronic music festivals in Europe that transfixes the town of Boom in Belgium. The electrifying atmosphere of the event is full of fireworks. It has reached a high hall of fame with the best DJs and music artists around the globe. The fantastic event will be conducted in July 2018 in Boom.

There are many behemoths in many parts of Europe that organize endless music festivals. Preplan your music itinerary tour to enjoy up to the full rim!

April 23, 2018 Travel Read more >

Best Amusement Parks in the UK

Amusement parks are places where various attractions like rides, games, and other entertainment events are featured. A theme park has structures based on a particular theme or with multiple themes. Amusement parks are built for long lasting purposes, so as to cater for the entertainment of all age groups.

The UK has a treasure of adventure places and experiment spots, especially for kids, ranging from carousels, internal kid play rooms, and experimentation centers to adventure trails.

Paultons Park, Hamshire

It is best suited for under-tens and preschoolers and has 70 odd variety rides and other attractions. There are roller coasters, Cobra, Magma, and Jurassic-themed rides. This park is rated best for its quality of rides and maintenance among other theme parks in the UK.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Lancashire

It has a variety of rides including white-knuckle roller coasters, wonderful shows, Blackpool Tower, and dungeons. Blackpool Tower has tower ball room and tower circus. Swim and frolic with the sharks at SEA LIFE or take a whip jump in the air at the trampoline parks. As it is operated 24 hours, fun never ends and sun never sets here.

Alton Towers, Stanford

Being most popular among Brits, it has four hotels, a water park, and six rollercoaster rides. CBeebies Land has a variety of thrill rides and family rides to keep your kids and the whole family entertained for an entire day.

Brighton Palace Pier, East Sussex

Since its inception in 1899, it has been a gem for tourists till now. It is equipped with many kid-friendly rides ranging from traditional fairground to contemporary hi-speed rides. Some include turbo coasters, trampolines, Fantasia, and Dragon Fly. Kids can tenderly have sloppy, bumpy, whirly, and jumpy rides.

Drayton Manor Park, Staffordshire

Stretching out 280 acres, it is a zoological theme park with many spaces such as Thomas Land, Bertie Bus, the Bryans Museum, Dino Trail, Crazy Golf, and Vertigo. It is so famous that around one million people per year come here. Explore Thomas Land and Bertie Bus to make kids enjoy light rides. Quirky penny slot machines, artifacts, and play items are on display in the Museum. Take a challenging high rope adventure tour in Vertigo.

Adventure Island, Essex

Situated in Southend, Essex, it has a multitude of rides from roller coasters, swingers, twisters, water adventure, and boats to karts, bump cars, and amusement arcades. As the park has about 50 kinds of rides, children wish to dally a lot for the whole day.

The Milky Way Adventure Park, Devon

It features indoor dodgems, adventure rides, and a soft game play zone. It boasts an 11,000 sq ft space with both indoor and outdoor activities and is a good place for both kids and elders alike.

Sundown Adventure Land, Nottinghamshire

Since 50 years, it has been a toddler’s paradise with many rides like New Ostrich Safari, Rocky Mountain, and River Barrel. As parents may just dawdle around with their little ones in grand parks, this is best suitable for those below 10 years.

Clifton Park, South Yorkshire

You can worth explore water rides, museum, a mini golf area, and beautiful gardens to enjoy a pleasant day with your kids. With the roller coasters, bump cars, bouncy slides, and arcade games here, you can have the perfect day out with your kids.

February 24, 2018 Travel Read more >

Top Hotels in Russia

Hunting for high-class quality, budget, or best deal hotels in Russia? No one would like to compromise on comfortable stays for tourist activities. Quite often, one may run across hotel advertisements displaying bells and whistles. One needs to check out online for the authentic or standard hotels and a list of features up to preferences. Evaluate the hotel quality based on reviews, better facilities, and cost comparison before booking any hotel.

Here is a list of top hotels that serves the purpose irrespective of expectations.

Belmond Grand Hotel Europe

It is a luxurious hotel in St Petersburg with best deals offering elegant rooms, historic charm with contemporary amenities, and the best gourmet restaurant. Historic, entertainment, and themed park tours may be facilitated from here.

Moscow Marriott Grand Hotel

It is located in the center of Moscow. It is a cheaper hotel yet classy with its exquisite features and quality of service. A swathe of facilities like Wi-Fi, climate control, a fitness gym, a pool, a sauna, and delicious restaurants are provided. Besides, the best city views may be captured from this hotel.

Rocco Forte Hotel Astoria

It is near Isaac’s Cathedral in St. Petersburg and easy to reach from the attractions. It showcases elegance and glory of the city. It offers a perfect mix of historic and modern design. It features a spa, a caviar bar, a gym, and a restaurant. It helps to arrange fun events such as Russian equipage racing, fighter fights, and workshops.

Hotel Indigo

Located in St. Petersburg, it is the center to head to Hermitage Museum, Tauride Palace, and other tourist places. This is a frugal but branded hotel featured with crafted rooms, cozy furniture, and modern decors. An indoor heated pool, a gym, a lounge bar, and a library are present in this hotel. It is well appropriate for leisure and sports activities.

Hyatt Regency Ekaterinburg

It is an upscale deluxe hotel in Yekaterinburg, Oblast, with condos and spaces. It equally satisfies the expectations of both business people and travelers. The hotel is equipped with comfy rooms, a spa & fitness center, bars, and cuisines. It is near Opera and Ballet House, City Hall, Cathedral-on-the-Blood, and Koltsovo International Airport. The hotel features nouveau celebrations and events.

Hilton Hotel Moscow

It is the first Hilton open in Moscow, Russia, with impressive, opulent interior decors and best customer service. The decors equally match the chic of the iconic skyscrapers, Seven Sisters. The facility is constructed with modern smart look with an indoor pool, a gym, a dining hall, and a bar.

Mercure Moscow Baumanskaya

It is a 4-star restaurant in Moscow offering a much relaxed stay and peaceful ambience. It is located near Red Square and the city metro. This hotel is ideal for business and tourist activities. It is equipped with WiFi, coffee bars, and conference halls.

You may add these hotels to your wish list if you are heading to those destinations. Land on your dream hotel and enjoy your activities!

January 29, 2018 Travel Read more >

Tourist Attractions in Australia

Australia is the only continent being a country engulfed by the South Pacific and Indian Oceans. There is a bucket of awesome tourist spots in Australia to be visited. Sidney, Melbourne, Perth, and Brisbane are among the top most attractions. The beautiful country is known for its boundless expense of cultural, coastal, urban, and green lands. The panoramic views of coastal cities, sun-drenched seashores, hinterlands, rainforests, dry mountains, and savannas provide spectacular experience to travelers.

Australia is the home to clean and serene diverse locations, may it be cities, coastal areas, tropical and subtropical lands, enchanting mountains, or islands. It is the country of whales, penguins, dolphins, kangaroos, kiwis, and mineral resources.

Once back to the homeland, travelers will still appreciate the perennial vision of the dwelling sites of Australia. Here is the list of the most attractive wonders in Australia.

Sydney

Sydney is the largest city and the capital of New Whales, located on the Southeastern Coast. It is the gateway to international travelers from different businesses and classes. It is the driving metropolitan city with its culture, entertainment, and sports events. The Opera House is an awe-inspiring complex soaring high in the sky with its amazing flanges. These five flanges represent the performance spaces for music concerts, dance, opera, and theatre, where the standout genre is awarded. Sydney Olympic Park is the sports and entertainment complex, where 2000 Olympics was conducted. It had been renovated at the time, and it continues to be the venue for top-notch sports events and fixtures. Sydney Harbor, Bondi Beach, and Royal Botanic Garden are other areas of attraction in Sydney.

Melbourne

Melbourne is the capital of Victoria and the central hub connecting to other parts of the country. It is the beautiful city known for its world-class restaurants, shopping complexes, alpine hinterlands, artisanal bookshops, galleries, sports venues, and more. Harbour Town, Queen Victoria Market, the National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Healesvile Sanctuary, Melbourne Aquarium, and Yarra River are some haunting venues in Melbourne.

Phillip Island

Phillip Island is a popular tourist spot in Victoria near Melbourne. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing, which includes watching dolphins and koalas. The audience at Summerland Beach watches a group of penguins coming on the shore. The Nobbies center is the largest colony of fur seals, where sea rocks, sea caves, and bird gardens can be found. Surfing, car racing, and motor bike riding are some of the activities performed in Phillip Island.

Bryon Bay

Bryon Bay is a small town in North South Wales, which is a tranquil destination. Cape Bryon Headland Reserve is surrounded with sea cliffs, coastlands, hinterlands, beaches, and more. Rainforests, zoos, parks, hidden beaches, and steep rock faces can be found in some other reserves.

Perth

Located on the West Coast, Perth is a bustling city that comprises amazing parks, beaches, museums, islands, and rivers. Some popular attractions in Perth include Swan River, Cottlesloe Beach, Lake Monger, Marmiom Marine Park, Scarborough Beach, Wanneroo Botanical Garden, and the Bell Tower.

Brisbane

Brisbane offers manmade tropical paradise with serene parks, botanical gardens, boutiques, etc. In Riverlife Water Center, visitors go for boating, abseiling or rock climbing, and other activities. The Brisbane River, Story Bridge, D’Aguilar National Park, and the Australian Zoo are other places to explore in Brisbane.

There are still more magnificent sites in Australia, which are limitless and a few of them are secluded. Better plan to explore a set of destinations in a trip based on popularity and the individual’s interests. Happy journey!

December 1, 2017 Travel Read more >

Travel Tips for an Amazing Trip Experience

Traveling is an experience everyone is excited about. Finding out new places, tasting the local cuisines, experiencing the culture and religions of the local people, buying stuff from the unique markets, and much more is something we are proud to share after making a successful and memorable travel. However, not all travelers are able to share the same experiences.

Bad experiences happen and it’s something others are having regret. Everything starts with proper planning ahead, from the things to bring to the list of things to do. So, to help you avoid the common mistakes that other travelers did, we will be giving you some of the helpful tips so you’ll stay guided.

Wake Up Early to Catch Up the Best Attractions

There are plenty of things to see in the early morning and there are no other ways to turn it back if you missed them. Let the morning serve as a magical time to capture great photos due to the diffused light. Make it also the best time to talk with the people so you can have a fresh perspective about the place. Furthermore, it is a time where the honest, hardworking and diligent people can be seen; the culprits, touts, and scammers are sleeping that time.

Have High Amount of Patience All the Time

Patience is very important when traveling. Regardless of how prepared you are from your place, there will always be a situation to test your patience. Don’t let a single thing mess out your experience. Don’t let yourself captured by annoyance, hatred and other negative vibes just because you missed the bus or the ATM machine runs out of cash. Instead, take an unplanned decision to make our travel even greater and memorable.

Just Enjoy Everything

Instead of getting yourself embarrassed with the failures you make in the local place, laugh about it. For example, you dare yourself go for a zip line ride but sooner refuses because of your fears. At this time, you may more likely feel that you are the most coward folk in the world, but definitely, you shouldn’t feel bad about it. It is natural for us to have fears. Conquering it is good but refusing to take the risk is better. Just enjoy your experience and feel good about even the simplest things you’ve done for a day.

Keep Extra cash

Keeping your cash on cards is safe but it won’t save you at places where cash machines or banks are inaccessible. Always remember to keep a cash wherever you go. Make sure to watch for your budget if cash machines are not around or otherwise you’ll end up in mess. Keep the money in your stash spots like socks, a toiletry bag, under the shoe insert, around the backpack frame, or sew behind the bag patch. Once you lose your wallet or the ATM runs out of cash, you’ll be glad you did these things.

Meet and Greet the Local People

Do a research about the people and place you are bound to go. Once you understand about their religions, beliefs, and practices, you can begin interacting with them. As much as possible, avoid talking to other travelers and focus your attention to the local people. The locals are very welcoming and love to interact with others, so you will not have a problem with it.

Take Photos As Many As You Can

In order for you to turn back the times, it is ideal to bring your camera with you. Take photos as much as you like. Even the simplest places will remind you of great memories when you take a look at it at the picture. This is your only chance to see the places and meet the local people once in your lifetime, unless if you are planning to return soon.

For your next travel, make sure to do all these tips as an addition to your plans. When you know you are prepared, you have a peace of mind that there will be lesser or no problems to come our way in your most memorable journey.

 

October 8, 2017 Travel Read more >

Packing Tips to Remember

 

When traveling, you don’t only bring yourself but you also need to bring your clothes, hygienic products,
shoes, and more. Your trip will never be complete without packing your necessary belongings. However,
there are some travelers who exaggeratedly pack their belongings like they are bringing their whole
closet for a week of traveling. This is a no-no when it comes to traveling since it may hinder the
convenience that you are looking for. You decided to travel to unwind and not to burden yourself even
more because of your packing mistakes.

Are you one of those individuals who find it hard to pack your things before your travel date? Do you
want to enjoy your trip while not worrying your belongings? Then, you should learn how to pack your
things properly.

Packing Tips to Know

List down what you need
In order for you to pack properly, list down what you need. From clothes to shoes, know the ones that
you only need for your trip. Doing this, you will be able to narrow down the belongings you only have to
bring and avoid bringing your whole closet.

Use the right bag
When you travel, bags are truly important because it is where you can place your belongings in one
place. You can use a suitcase which can accommodate lots of things but may be a burden when
traveling. Also, you can use a backpack if you only want to bring the needed ones. So, when traveling,
choose the right bag because if you have the right one, you will be able to enjoy your travel.

Fold your clothes properly
Your clothes can easily fill your bag and if you don’t fold your clothes properly, your bag may just pop
which can be embarrassing. You can fold your clothes in a cube which will allow you to bring all the
clothes that you need. Right folding will let you access your things properly and will also let you organize
the items.

Fill the spaces
Packing your belongings, you will be able to notice that there may be spaces left behind. Never ignore
those space instead fill it with your belongings that can go with space like your socks, underwear, or
other items that are small in size. With this, you don’t waste the spaces in your bag. Those spaces are
vital.

Have zip lock bags
Zip lock bags are helpful whenever you are packing your things for travel. You can use it a storage for
your gadgets in order to keep it organized especially the wires. Or, you can also use the zip lock bags for
your hygienic items to keep it intact and avoid it from leaking.

Keep clothes fresh

Who would like to have their clothes smell awful after the long travel? If you don’t want your clothes to
smell like trash, better have it fresh especially if your trip is long. You can have a fabric conditioner
sheets with you that can keep the freshness of your clothes.

Roll your clothes
Rolling your clothes will avoid you from ironing your clothes which can be a hindrance for you to enjoy
your adventures. Roll your clothes than folding it since it will not crease which will not stress you to iron
your clothes once you reached your destination.

Don’t forget to weigh your baggage
When you travel, your baggage is expected to be weighed. Having an excess baggage can be a hassle
since you have to pay some extra charges, which can ruin your budget for the travel. So before your
travel date, weigh your baggage to see if you are still within the limit or has exceeded it.
Traveling is fun and exciting since you can explore several places that feed your eyes and wanderlust
soul. But, if you truly want to enjoy your travel, better pack your things right because doing it correctly
will avoid you stress and will surely let you spend your trip blissfully.
Learn to pack your things right to have a worry free travel.

September 13, 2017 Travel Read more >

Cultural customs of Haiti that you should be aware of

You are looking forward for your holiday at Haiti, one of the popular tropical islands in the world. However, there are many people that have a misunderstanding about Haiti. This isn’t the normal tropical islands where luxury and comfort are the key. This is a whole, completely different destination. And, even if this is a great place for a holiday, there are some cultural customs and other information that you need to know about, before you can decide that Haiti is your next destination.

Safety concerns of people going to Haiti

There are so many negative comments about Haiti over the news and television, that it can give the wrong impression to many people. Yes, just like any other country, this country has some problems, but you as a tourist don’t need to be afraid if you are considering their customs.

The people of Haiti are actually friendly people and if you are friendly to them, you will make friends that you will remember for the rest of your life.

Greeting people in the street will make you a popular tourist

People of Haiti are friendly most of the time. And, when you are learning how to greet time in their language in the street, you will become popular and people will respect you and really welcome you in their town.

However, if you are one of those people that don’t like greeting people, you will not be welcomed in the town, and you might not win the people of Haiti over.

Be aware of taking photos of the people in Haiti

One thing that you need to know about these people, is that they don’t like it when there are photos that are getting taken from them. You need to make friends with them first, and you need to ask them for permission to take photos before you can get them to agree to stand for a photo for you.

Too many journalists were taking negative photos in the past, and that makes them afraid to stand for a photo. You need to respect that and make sure that you are getting familiar with a person before you can ask them for a photo.

Their foods are delicious and different from what you know

Something that not many people know is that the food of Haiti is strangely delicious. They have a combination of food that you will not find at many different cuisines. And, this is really delicious that you will eat. And, no matter how hard you are going to try, it will not taste the same when you are preparing the food at home.

Haiti. A tropical paradise that many people is too afraid to go to. If you know their cultural customs and you know how to talk to them, you will not have any problem with the locals. However, they are afraid of taking photos and they don’t like it when people don’t greet them. With this information, you are going to have the best time ever, when visiting Haiti.

September 10, 2017 Travel Read more >