Among My Souvenirs

  There’s something so electric about visiting a brand new city sprawl. Seemingly everything’s at your fingertips when it comes to endless options for cuisine, entertainment, and overall amazement. So grab the kids, hold tight to their hands and let’s venture through some of our favorite cities for families around the world. London As the second biggest European city, London has almost everywhere beat when it comes to vacation options. For families looking to introduce themselves to Europe, this can also be the perfect option, as communication and ease of navigation is easier than in other foreign locales. Pick a base as central as possible to be near the iconic landmarks like the London Eye Ferris wheel, or choose a trendier neighborhood outside some of the chaos for a truly local feel. Some of the best include fancy Marleybone, laid-back Clapham Common, trendy Islington or scenic Richmond. With stellar public transportation options, almost anywhere you stay ...

It sounds crazy, right? Traveling to Antarctica. But thousands of lucky people do it every year, and you can be one of them. If you’ve always wanted to see giant icebergs, cute penguins, and some of the most incredible wildlife and scenery in the world, you should be looking into Antarctica Cruises 2018. Here are some reasons why your next trip should be to Antarctica: Office-free You won’t find any offices in Antarctica. And you probably won’t be keeping in touch with your boss or colleagues. If you’re ready for a much-needed break, and want to completely switch off, Antarctica is the place to go. You’ll see the most incredible views of your life, without a skyscraper to be seen. An escape from tourists If you’ve been to any top travel destination lately, you’ll know how annoying it can be to show up and realise that hundreds or thousands of other tourists are in the exact same place, elbowing each other out of the way. When you visit Antarctica, the only other tourists you’ll...

I would have never thought finding the best travel pants for men would be a chore. Since when is it hard for guys to buy pants? What are we, women? ! JK… mostly . But I digress. I spent ages searching for the perfect pair of travel pants to bring on our year-long honeymoon. What I quickly found was every pair of men’s travel pants falls into two categories: The first is the guy you meet in any hostel. He’s got nappy, possibly dreadlocked hair that somehow looks good, and he’s wearing flowy, baggy pants that have, like, elephants on them or something. His pants say he’s all about chill vibes and strumming reggae and Sublime on his guitar. The second style of travel pants falls into the “Super Dad” category . This guy wears a safari hat, a Hawaiian shirt, and cargo pants with roughly 86 pockets – one for each of his Swiss army knives, cords of rope, compasses, flashlights, prescription sunglasses, et al. This dude looks like...

A traveler is really not someone who crosses ground so much as someone who is always hungry for the next challenge and adventure. – Pico Iyer As 2019 draws closer, we are all looking for inspiration and fresh ideas for travel. But before you set out to a new destination that energizes you, have you looked within to figure what Traveler Type are you? Are you a cultural buff, an out-and-out foodie and a city slicker? An Adventure junkie, a beach bum or a mountain person, or more of a wildlife addict? Perhaps you are an Explorer with a pioneering spirit? Or a mix of some of these categories which are what most of us are. See these Traveler Types and let me know what describes you best in the comments section. It comes close to a ‘What type of a Travel Person are you’ quiz. There are destination ideas with each Traveler Type to inspire you for further travels. 8 Traveler Types Adventure Junkie The thrill of a small plane climbing to 15000 ft and beyond, and you ju...

Dublin has a plethora of hotels and guesthouses available, and it can be tricky to figure out which one is right for you. If you’re looking for something special for that honeymoon or anniversary, or simply want to treat yourself, here are the best hotels in Dublin: Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport Hotel Located just minutes from the airport, Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport is surrounded by 85 acres of woodlands. While there are plenty of Dublin Airport hotels to choose from, this one is by far the winner, due to its value for money, and the customer service shown by the staff. If you’re looking for airport parking, take a look into Airparks, so you won’t need to worry about finding transportation to and from the airport. Airparks Airport Parking – Proud to park your car. The Merrion Hotel The Merrion is a classy elderly lady, offering elegance without stuffiness, and a Georgian grace with Irelands largest collection of private art. Don’t forget to stop by the Tethra Spa for a truly...

Travel has become one of the most important pastimes of our modern-day lives. Discovering new destinations is exciting, challenging and above all teaches us some of the most important and valuable lessons of life. We learn to navigate, to negotiate, to expand our views on the world and question our place in it. So if we love doing it so much, who doesn’t want to save money!? These tips for booking cheaper flights will allow you to travel more frequently, to more places. With more people traveling now than ever, it is imperative to keep your wits about you and learn how to travel smarter if you want to travel more often. Travel doesn’t have to be expensive – especially if you’re privy to booking cheaper flights. Booking Cheaper Flights: How its done 1. Use a Flight Comparison Search Engine I have never booked an adventure without using a flight comparison search engine to find the cheapest deal. Flight comparison sites like JustFly are the modern da...