A Trip to Dubai

Travel Tips
If you've never been there, Dubai probably conjures up images of tents, camels and Bedouins smoking sheesha's in your mind. While all of that can still be found in certain places, modern Dubai is as far from that image as possible. Towering skyscrapers, cutting edge technologies and opulence by the bucket load is what you can expect now if you visit there. First of all you should be aware that you are visiting a Moslem country. Therefore you should be prepared to hearing the call for prayers regularly throughout the day and especially before Sunrise. You should also be aware that most establishments close for a period of about four hours every day, around midday. Dubai is a shopper's paradise, so make sure that your wallet is well stocked. It…
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Getting Through a Long Flight

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Although air travel is more commonplace now, the speeds with which we reach destinations have not changed by much. This does not matter for first or second time fliers, but for regular travelers air travel soon becomes a bore. Cramped seating, unchanging scenery, not-very-exciting food etc, are all hallmarks of any flight. But by doing a few simple things, you can make a boring long flight more bearable. Killing time - Bring a book or two along, to keep you occupied. Pocketbooks are better suited for this purpose. Don't read for long periods at a stretch, as the lighting in the plane is not the best for reading. Break the reading with short naps and by listening to some music with your eyes closed. Carrying a small MP3 player with…
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Safety Tips for Ladies

Travel Tips
Travelling alone can be daunting enough without having to worry about valuables and security. Yet, this is a reality that every lone traveler has to face. For women, especially, security is of paramount importance. There are a few simple steps that can help towards this factor. Always pick a hotel that is situated in a bustling neighborhood. If there are lots of restaurants, night clubs, late night stores etc it is better, because there will always be people around. Picking a smaller hotel in this area is also a good idea. The staff will get to know you better and will be more alert to strangers hanging around the premises. Don't take a room that you are not comfortable with. Try to keep away from those that are close to…
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Dreaming of a Hawaii vacation

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Perhaps, a walk through the streets of Florence or Paris and a Hawaii vacation are arguably the most popular choices that one might consider when deciding on where to spend their precious vacation time away from rush-hour traffic, the never ending deadlines at work or the pressures of maintaining a delicate work-life balance. The magic of Hawaii is unforgettable. Ask most people who have visited or lived in Hawaii as it not only more often than not promises to not disappoint their long-held dreams of a vacation spot that has been untainted by commercialization and industry, but is gently tended by the capable hands of Mother Nature. However, it is always the budget that brings one thudding back down to earth not unless you have access to information that gives…
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How Not to Over Pack

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It happens every time you go overseas - there's always too much to lug around. What's worse is that you probably end up paying excess luggage taxes on your way back. No matter how much you swear to yourself that this won't happen again - it does. So here are a few tips that may help you avoid this situation. 1. Visualize it. Pick out all the things you think you want to wear at your destination and lay them out on your bed. Cut out all the unnecessary clothing one by one. Pick clothes that you can mix and match well. Colors like beige, black, white and brown go well with each other. Do not take more than 2 or 3 pairs of shoes and be sure to wear…
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Personalized matchbooks for weddings

Weddings
Almost every woman dreams of having a beautiful wedding right from the day she understands the meaning (her meaning!) of love. Obviously, almost every woman is different, and her idea of taste and style is completely different from another. So, when it comes to the wedding arrangements, every woman will do everything in her power to make it as perfect as possible down to the last item even if it is an item such as personalized favors, and why not, it is a special day in her life... isn’t it? Several companies have already made a name for themselves in the wedding favor business, and their websites online also offer all the items that are essential to a wedding celebration, items such as cloth napkins among so many other items…
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Discounted cruise vacations

Hot Spots
Article written by Gear Up 4 Nature Whether you are looking for discounted cruise vacations, discount air travel or a cheap family vacation package and for a service that takes care of your travel needs right from the start of your vacation until the end, there are travel sites on the internet that offers its services keeping in mind the needs of their customers in finding them the most efficient and convenient deals that cover most if not all aspects of their travel requirements. With its services covering a range of airlines, cruises, car rental and hotels, it allows customers who are in the mood for an impromptu holiday to be able to do so or even for those who meticulously like to plan their holidays well in advance. Some…
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Interested in a Hawaii trip?

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Who doesn’t love a Hawaii vacation? Not a single person that is of course unless you live under a rock. For many, it is that dream vacation filled with beaches, great weather and a mix of cultures that will leave you with memories in the years to come. With its ever rising popularity, several travel agents are now in the business of catering to vacationers that are interested in a Hawaii trip for almost several years now. Since they have been in the business for so long, it is no surprise that they know where to shop, eat and play on the islands of Hawaii while also letting the traveler experience the natural beauty and adventure that is indeed associated with the Aloha State. Regardless of whether you are looking…
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