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The Deutschlandticket – A train ticket for unlimited travel in Germany

Sunday, 26 February 2023 by Juan Martinez
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After the success of the 9 Euro ticket, a successor has been finally introduced: the Deutschlandticket – a ticket for 49 euros that allows for unlimited travel across the country. Every traveller in 2022 heard about the 9 Euro ticket. It was one of the boldest moves from the German government to make public transportation
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The logistics of planning the longest train journey in the world

Monday, 09 January 2023 by Juan Martinez
The logistics of planning the longest train journey in the world
With the inauguration of the train route between Kumming and Vientiane, travelling from Portugal to Singapore is now possible – making it the most epic train journey in the world. Some travel news made headlines weeks ago when the world’s longest continuous train journey was made possible with the inauguration of a line in Laos.
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How many blank passport pages do you need to travel to each country

Tuesday, 17 May 2022 by Juan Martinez
How many blank passport pages do you need to travel to each country
Every country has different regulations on how many blank passport pages you need to travel. Either one, two, three, or more, here is a guide for each country in the world. After traveling over 105 countries with a Colombian passport, I mastered the art of managing passport pages and visas. I come from a country
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Packing list for a self-driving camping trip in Namibia

Sunday, 06 March 2022 by Juan Martinez
Packing list for a self-driving camping trip in Namibia
Camping equipment, food, and enough water. Do you have a checklist of everything your need for a self-driving camping trip in Namibia?  Camping trips are always a fun experience for adventure lovers and Namibia is the right country to plan one. No matter if you go to the most remote areas of Skeleton Coast National
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Types of Signs at the Hiking Routes of the Alps

Wednesday, 30 September 2020 by Juan Martinez
Types of Signs at the hiking routes in the Alps
Do you know the different trail signs at the Alps? I recap all the signs and symbols for each country in the Alps and made a guide about it.   Stretching approximately 1,200 kilometers across eight Alpine countries (France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, and Slovenia), the Alps is one of the most impressive
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Free hotels and tours during a stop-over? – What is a Stopover Paid by Carrier

Saturday, 15 February 2020 by Juan Martinez
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Do you have a long layover at an airport? Wait. You might be eligible for a stopover paid by carrier We all know the situation: booking a flight to the other side of the world and the only tickets available are those with long transfers at the airport. It’s frustrating and it makes anyone reconsider
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Camera settings: How I photograph the milky way when traveling

Thursday, 28 February 2019 by Juan Martinez
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Photographing the dark sky always sounded very complicated. Here I will explain you the camera settings I use, so can photograph the milky way too. For anyone starting with a camera, photographing the milky way sounds like the final test before graduation. Well, once you know the camera settings you need for photographing the milky
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From Seattle to the Philippines — how to start your journey with the right foot

Wednesday, 31 October 2018 by Featured post
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The Filipino American community is one of the largest Asian American groups in Seattle. It possesses a large history that stretches back to at least 1898, when the archipelago became a US territory and students and workers began to immigrate west. Now completely independent, the Philippines islands are a magnet for tourists of any heritage
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Packing for a train journey across Europe

Sunday, 15 April 2018 by Juan Martinez
How to pack for a train trip around Europe
Feel comfortable, stay fresh and don’t have too much heavy luggage. Here’s how to pack for a train trip across Europe. Packing for a train trip around Europe doesn’t have to be a nightmare. While most people spend hours and hours choosing what to take and what to leave, I simply find it a waste
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I do interrail alone in Europe – and I love it

Wednesday, 04 April 2018 by Juan Martinez
Interrailing solo is a very popular activity all over Europe
Interrailing alone in Europe might sound scary and intimidating. Well, I think it’s rather a great chance to get to know you better and explore in a different way Traveling Europe by train is one of the most beautiful, scenic and cultural journeys you can do. Whether you are looking for direct trains between major European
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Interrail tips – We interrailed Europe on a budget and you can do it too

Sunday, 18 March 2018 by Juan Martinez
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Traveling around Europe sounds expensive. Well, with interrail and good planning it doesn’t have to be Interrailing is probably one of the coolest things you can do while young. The freedom of hop in and off in trains while discovering one of the most beautiful regions in the world is an experience I can recommend
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How to get your next travel inspiration

Tuesday, 09 May 2017 by Featured post
by Renae Schrader Have you ever seen one of those viral videos of a young 20-something hop-scotching their way from one tropical beach to the next? It seems like they have so much momentum behind them, so much vigor. And there you sit — in a rut. What do you do? Let me provide you
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Smart Space-Saving Tips For Packing your Luggage

Sunday, 12 February 2017 by Juan Martinez
Author: Yanna Cerez Images: Giphy Are you having a hard time maximizing your luggage space? Efficient and organized packing will help you avoid paying expensive fees for extra weight, and enable you to save space for souvenirs. It’s also good to think about the type of vacation you are going on and how it may affect the
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Sticking to Your Travel Budget – It’s easy but requires some self-control

Sunday, 18 December 2016 by Featured post
“I make sure to determine how much the daily expenses should be and set my budget around that amount” by: Maricor Bunal When it comes to travel planning, I can’t really deny the fact that I will have to deal with money issues at some point. Even if I had huge amounts of money to
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The ultimate packing list for a weekend traveler

Thursday, 18 August 2016 by Juan Martinez
A copy of your passport, an old ID card or a deck of cards. Do you have everything you need for a weekend trip? Weekend trips are the best to get away from your daily job and spend some nice time with your partner, friends or by yourself. From getaways around Europe with budget airlines
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A girls guide to traveling the world: 7 Handy tips for looking after yourself as a girl traveling alone

Sunday, 07 August 2016 by Featured post
     when  I was in Rio, I stupidly didn’t bring my map because ‘’it was all in my head’’ and ended up in a rather dangerous part of the town. I was stopped by a licensed taxi driver and told to turn around, he luckily gave me a free lift back to my hostel
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48 tips you should know before backpacking in South East Asia

Sunday, 29 May 2016 by Juan Martinez
Before your travels Check the visa requirements for your country in the countries you are traveling to. Start your travels in big cities. Check if an AirAsia ASEAN Pass fits your travels (This allows you to take 10/20 flights for 160/290 USD  within 30/60 days). South East Asia on a Shoestring from Lonely Planet is
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48 tips you need to know for backpacking around Europe

Wednesday, 06 April 2016 by Juan Martinez
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Backpacking around Europe is an adventure and with these very useful tips, I just want to make your experience more memorable No matter how old I get, I love backpacking Europe. There is a special charm every time I get on a train or explore a different city. And although my travel habits might have
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Interrail guide – the most flexible way to travel through Europe by train

Tuesday, 23 February 2016 by Featured post
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Want to travel Europe on a budget but with maximum flexibility? Interrail might be the answer and we have a guide for you The best way to travel through Europe with maximum flexibility is Interrail or Eurail without a a doubt. While many people choose flights and weekend trips to explore Europe, I see Interrail as the
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Your Definitive Packing List for a Year (or more…)

Saturday, 30 January 2016 by Featured post
by Sabrina Andrea Sachs So, you are finally ready to set off, embark on that train/plane/bus/boat/bicycle or feet that will take you away for a year or more and you are facing the tricky question of “What the heck shall I pack?” Packing for a weekend away or a short holiday can be difficult; packing
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6 tips to get to know new place better

Monday, 11 January 2016 by Featured post
by Aura Jimenez I know there’s much more in a place than its main attractions. Of course, everybody loves visiting the centerpieces of a city, taking one or another selfie and posing like you are grabing the Eifel Tower in Paris with your fingers. However, for me, this just isn’t enough and if you prefer absorbing the culture
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How to meet people while traveling alone

Saturday, 31 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
Traveling solo should not be scary and meeting people should be easy. These are five ways to meet people when traveling alone in a different country I love traveling alone. It gives me the flexibility I always want and at the same time is an opportunity for self reflection and learning. On a long term,
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Best tips for travelers starting a solo adventure

Saturday, 31 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
Best tips for travelers starting a solo adventure
Traveling solo for first time can sound scary. However, it will teach you to be more yourself, learn from your mistakes and become more independent. It was my first trip alone. I just bought a one way ticket from Frankfurt to Hanoi for my Summer holidays, and I didn’t know what to expect in this
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Tips to get a couch through Couchsurfing

Saturday, 31 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
Couchsufing is a great idea and a wonderful way to meet travelers, locals and at the same time save some cash. In other words: Couchsurfing is the full package. For those who doesn´t know what Couchsurfing is: Couchsurfing is an internet platform where travelers and non travelers can create a profile (more or less like
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Power plugs around the world

Saturday, 31 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
Power plugs around the world
Which power plugs do you need around the world when traveling? There is nothing more annoying than forgetting an adapter for your power plugs or absolutely forget about which kind of sockets type some country has. We prepare several maps for you, so you can be ready charged for your next adventure. These are the
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10 steps for finding the cheapest flight ticket

Wednesday, 28 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
In October 2014 I booked over 15 different flights to different destinations all around Asia and paid less than 120USD. Some friends asked me how I managed to find tickets at such a price and to be honest: it was 70% strategy and 30% luck, but with some of these tips you can find your
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10 Things to remember before backpacking for a long time

Tuesday, 27 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
There is always a calm before the storm and if we are talking about backpacking, you should never relax and think you know you already packed everything. You should always recheck what you did and make lists of what you need, what you are taking and what you should take. Here is a list of
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10 ways to save money for your travels

Tuesday, 27 October 2015 by Juan Martinez
Saving money for your travels its different than saving for products or benefits. Saving money for traveling is saving money for living. Somentimes can be difficult and could take months or years, specially if you are an student like me. This year I saved over 10.000 USD for my dream trip and I will tell you
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