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At their best, vacations offer a true getaway to a mindful respite from the daily grind. Between experiencing new cultures, navigating unfamiliar streets, and putting faith in strangers, stepping out of your comfort zone is an intrinsic part of travel. For some, this uncertainty is all part of the adventure. But if you’re traveling with anxiety, that vacation you’ve been dreaming about can turn quickly into a minefield. Here are tricks make sure you have the most relaxing vacation. 1. Pack ahead of time and pack smart The whole point of taking a vacation is to leave your stress behind...

Leaving home and going off to see the world can be a scary prospect for any of us, but it takes even more guts to go it alone. Travelling alone has its own set of challenges and you’ll need to be extra vigilant to stay safe – and sadly that’s doubly true for women. It might require toughening up and building your instincts, but knowing you can look after and fend for yourself will give you the confidence to keep going! These are our 20 top safety tips for solo female travelers. 1. Research before you go First and foremost,...

Does anyone else find themselves with an endless “to-do” list before taking an international trip? Take the extra time now to prepare and plan, so you can optimise your time abroad. Wandering through side streets and munching on local delicacies is a lot more fun than worrying about why your phone won’t connect to the foreign network. Fortunately, we’ve broken it all down into a nine-point plan that will help make your international travel headache free. 1. Check your passport and double-check foreign policy Before you can start collecting colorful stamps from all over the world, you need somewhere to...

Don't become a victim of identity theft! Who has the time or energy to deal with the relentless problems caused by identity fraud? As technology changes, so do the scams! Now credit cards, passports, driver's licenses, bus passes, ID badges all have Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips which are vulnerable to sophisticated hackers who lurk with special equipment to try and steal your personal information. Only RFID blocking technology will protect your personal information from theft. Card owners should protect themselves by using RFID sleeves which break the flow of communication between the chips and hackers before it starts. Advanced...

Let’s talk about the ways to reduce stress, create a neat suitcase and remember all the essentials. There’s a few ways to “do it right” and we’ll show you just what that is. OW-Travel Carry On Packing List We’ll show you how to pack, what to pack and what to leave at home. DOCUMENTS Passport - Before your trip, make sure it’s up to date and still valid. Some countries only allow entry if the passport expires more than 3 months after your departure date. If you your passport in an RFID Blocking pocket it will keep all your personal...