Author: Kelsey
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International Travel as a Single Lingual
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Can you enjoy international travel if you only speak one language? As an American, I’m regularly chided for speaking only one language fluently; however, less than half of the world’s population is bilingual, so I’m actually in the majority when it comes to my language skills. I speak a fair…
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Do You Need a Premium Economy Upgrade?
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What is Premium Economy Class on an Airline? Premium economy seats were first introduced more than 30 years ago by airlines interested in scoring a few extra dollars from economy class patrons who wanted just a little more room for their journey. These airlines (initially just EVA out of Asia…
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How to Travel Safely With Important Documents
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Can You Keep Your Vital Documents Safe During International Travel? If you plan on leaving your home country, you’ll need to take, at a minimum, your passport, but you may also want or need to bring your drivers license or international drivers license, as well as a visa for entry…
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Restaurant Differences on International Vacations
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You May Encounter Some Differences While Eating Out Internationally It goes without saying that different countries have different ways of doing things, and the further away you get from your home country, the more different things become. If you’re an American (and I’m writing this from the perspective of an…
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Flight Booking Advice for First-Time Flyers
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Are You About To Book Your First Flight? As someone who first flew so long ago that I can’t even remember the trip (it was the 1980s on a flight somewhere with my mom), I can’t imagine never having flown before. So, it’s tough for me to imagine what the…
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Do You Have to Gamble in Vegas to Have Fun?
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Is the Only Way to Have Fun in Las Vegas a Weekend with Tons of Booze and Gambling? Las Vegas is associated with all of humanity’s worst vices, and with good reason. The town’s reputation for excess in everything is well demonstrated by its gigantic and overly ornate casinos, and…
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What Are Heat Waves Like in Los Angeles?
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Are You Traveling to Los Angeles or the Southwestern United States for the First Time? The heat in the Southwestern United States is No Joke Status, and if you’re from an area that enjoys mild weather throughout the year, or you’re used to freezing temperatures as your norm, you’re in…
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Are You Packing Too Much on Your International Vacation?
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Is Your Luggage Breaking Your Back? If you’re flying to the other side of the world and your airline ticket includes a luggage allowance, is there any reason to avoid packing as much as you can up to the weight limit? Should you focus on the convenience of having absolutely…
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Exploring Rome, Italy at Night
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Can You Avoid Crowds in Rome By Touring at Night? Just like other giant cities in Europe, Rome contains enough history and one-of-a-kind treasures that it would take months to see enough to satisfy your curiosity. But if you don’t have an entire day to devote to each amazing sight…
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Getting Around Morocco as a Tourist
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What Mode of Transportation Should You Choose in Morocco? Exploring Morocco is possible by plane, train, automobile, bicycle, or foot, and there’s no mode of transportation that’s always going to win out over all the others. For the most part, your Moroccan travel options will depend on what you plan…