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The Best Website for House Swaps? My HomeExchange Review

Accommodation will always be one of your biggest travel expenses…but what if it wasn’t? What if you could reduce the cost of your accommodation to zero while still enjoying the comforts of home? That’s what house swaps promise. House swaps have been around for decades. It was the entire premise of the movie The Holiday (starring Cameron Diaz and Kate Winslet). They became all the rage but then were soon eclipsed by sites like Airbnb. But as travel prices skyrocketed post-COVID, more and more people have turned back to house swaps as a means of saving money while they travel while still getting a local experience (but without the hassle of an Airbnb). House swaps are exactly what they sound like. You sign up, list your home, and then swap with someone else in another city. They stay in your place and you stay in their place. The biggest and most popular platform for swaps is HomeExchange . And, in this post, I’ll go over everything you need to know to get started with a house swa...
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Work from Home Gift Guide: 18 Amazing Gifts for Remote Workers

Last Updated : 10/30/2023 | October 30th, 2023 The pandemic has made working from home a permanent fixture of our lives. What once just techies and bloggers did, now accountants and all kinds of office workers do. Not only is it cheaper for businesses but it means more flexibility, time with family, and less commuting. I think a lot of companies are realizing they don’t need huge corporate offices to have successful employees. As the pandemic has subsided, many companies have returned to a hybrid model, with some all-hands meetings and some rented space for those who want to go into an office, but for everyone else, the future of work looks increasingly remote. While I love working from home, it does have its challenges. Being productive and finding that elusive work-life balance can be tricky. It’s a constant battle — but one that can easily be accomplished with a few helpful gadgets. To help my fellow remote workers stay on task, I’ve created this work-from-home gift guide for...
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The Best Credit Cards for Students Who Want to Travel

Posted : 10/29/2023 | October 29th, 2023 While I didn’t take my first international trip until after I graduated college (I went to Costa Rica when I was 23), being a college student doesn’t mean you have to skip out on travel. From studying abroad to gap years to spring break trips, there are a lot of ways to travel while in school. However, students usually don’t have a lot of money which makes affording trips abroad challenging. Fortunately, there are lots of ways to save for a trip on a budget. One of the best ways to do this is by getting a rewards credit card. Since students don’t have a credit history and may not have an income yet, it will be hard to get approved for the travel credit cards with the most rewards . The good news is that banks know this, and many have created cards specifically designed for students. These are easier to get approved for (banks don’t expect you to have a credit history as a student), so that you can start building credit and using those rew...
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Where to Stay in Budapest: The Best Neighborhoods For Your Visit

Posted : 10/29/2023 | October 29th, 2023 Budapest is one of the most fun — and most underrated — cities in Europe . While it’s become more popular in recent years, it still sees only a fraction of tourists compared to London or Paris (about 80% fewer, to be exact). Popular with backpackers who come to enjoy the lively nightlife, it is also bursting with incredible historic sights, lots of cheap eats, and a plethora of relaxing thermal baths. There’s a ton to see and do , and it’s super affordable compared to Western Europe. Since it actually comprises three cities (Buda, Pest, and Obuda), picking the right area to stay in is important. While Budapest isn’t massive, you’ll waste a lot of time in transit if you don’t pick the right area for your plans. To help you save time and money, here’s my list of the best neighborhoods, so you know exactly where to stay in Budapest. These are the areas I stay in myself, because they are close to all the action, so you never have to travel far...
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Where to Stay in Vancouver: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit

Posted : 10/29/2023 | October 29th, 2023 Vancouver is my favorite city in Canada . (It’s also one of my favorite cities in the world . I love it.) Spend a few days here, and you’ll see why it’s consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the world. Vancouver is the third largest in Canada. As a traveler, there aren’t a ton of areas you are going to stay in as you’ll want to be fairly centrally located but Vancouver is still big enough that you can spend a lot of time commuting if you aren’t careful. To help you figure out where to stay in Vancouver, I’ve created this detailed list. It includes a brief description of each area, why I like it, and my favorite accommodations in that neighborhood so you know exactly what to expect. Here’s everything you need to know about where to stay in Vancouver:   Where to Stay in Vancouver for First-Time Visitors: Yaletown This upscale neighborhood just south of downtown is perfect for families, couples, and first-time vis...
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The 4 Best Hostels in Lagos, Portugal

Posted : 10/26/2023 | October 26th, 2023 Lagos , Portugal is a backpacker hot spot. Located on the Algarve coast, with its breathtaking cliffs and rocky beaches, Lagos offers the perfect mix of nature and charm. Visitors can traipse through the bustling Old Town and take in the stunning coastlines by day, then enjoy the famous party scene at night. The town’s ever-increasing popularity and rising prices have made it more important than ever to seek out affordable accommodation. Thankfully, Lagos is home to a variety of hostels that cater to different preferences and budgets. To help you plan your trip and save money, here is my list of the best hostels in Lagos. They’ll ensure you have a fantastic and budget-friendly stay in this stunning coastal destination. But, first, here are four things you need to remember before picking a hostel in Lagos: Location – While Lagos is relatively compact, you might want to choose a hostel that aligns with your interests, whether it’s beach a...
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Navaratri Nava Gauri Yatra in Varanasi

Kashi has many Yatras. I have already written about the Nava Durga Yatra in Kashi that is done during the Navaratas in Kashi. Nava Gauri Yatra is another Devi Yatra in Varanasi that takes you through nine Gauri temples across the city. This yatra is also prescribed in the Kashi Khand of Skanda Puran’s 100th […] The post Navaratri Nava Gauri Yatra in Varanasi appeared first on Inditales .
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Where to Stay in Oaxaca: The Best Neighborhoods for Your Visit

Posted: 10/16/2023 | October 16th, 2023 Oaxaca is now one of the most popular destinations in Mexico . Thanks to its history, textiles industry, and architectural beauty — and the growing popularity of mezcal — everyone wants to go there. There’s a ton to see and do , and every time I visit, it seems busier. (It’s not just foreigners either: it’s become really popular with Mexicans and Argentinians too.) While there are lots of neighborhoods to stay in, most everything is adjacent to downtown ( Centro ). Whether you stay in one area or another is just a matter of how far you want to walk to the center. Do you care if you walk 20 or 30 minutes, or would you prefer just 5 minutes? That’s the only real difference that you have to think about. The only noncentrally located neighborhood is Reforma, the more modern and upscale part of town. It’s a really nice area, and there are a lot of good accommodations, shops, and restaurants there. However, as a tourist with likely only a few da...
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How to Travel Japan with a Baby

Posted : 10/9/2023 | October I love Japan. It’s one of my favorite countries in the world. But is it a suitable destination to visit with a baby? Solo female travel expert Kristin Addis from Be My Travel Muse was recently there with her baby and has tons of tips and advice for travelers thinking of taking a baby with them to Japan. Japan was our first major international trip with our then six-month-old. I’d heard mixed things about how baby friendly Japan would be, from DMs telling me it wouldn’t be a great trip to the total opposite with people gushing about how baby friendly it was. We decided to go for it, hitting four spots in two weeks, taking public transportation and staying in a mix of apartments and hotels. Traveling with a baby in Japan comes with some special considerations, but overall, it can be a great trip IF you plan it right. Here’s everything to know:   Japan Baby and Toddler Friendliness With a few strange exceptions, like the lack of cribs, Japan is ...
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