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10 Failproof Ways for Couples to Enjoy Traveling

If you reading this you have joined or are seeking to join a very small population of couples who love to travel together.   You and your beau have saved money, working hard.  Perhaps this plan has been in the works

9 Must-Dos When Renting a Scooter in Southeast Asia

Renting a scooter in Southeast Asia couldn’t be easier! You have made it to Asia, perhaps you’ve seen the big sites and cities. Now, it’s time to get of the beaten track. As you have already noticed the locals use scooters

Thai Beaches Are Getting Trashed – Should You Bother Going?

If you’re reading this you have probably heard about the amazing and affordable beach life that Thailand has to offer. Pale sand is so fine that it almost feels like golden dust. Gorgeous sunsets, cheap food, and drinks. The good

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Getting the Most From AirAsia in 9 Steps

The world’s top rated budget airline, year after year now, is AirAsia. This Malaysia-based budget carrier has brought dirt-cheap fares to nearly every corner of Southeast Asia. Simply put flying from one country to another in this region is cheaper

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5 Killer Scams That May Ruin Your Asia Trip

In this article by James Prior of Asia Scams and Asia Sight See you’ll learn about how to avoid getting screwed over while traveling around Asia.  James has spent the better part of the last 10 years traveling around all corners

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Getting the Most From Your Ryanair Experience

Considering taking a cheap Ryanair flight? Here is what you need to make your Ryanair flight more comfortable. Contrary to what some might tell you, it absolutely is possible to have an insanely cheap AND enjoyable Ryanair flight. After flying

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Is it Safe to Travel to Bangkok Right Now?

After multiple protests that shook the political climate in Bangkok and led the government to declare a 2-month State of Emergency in January 2014, many tourists avoided the city and sometimes the whole country of Thailand. Once again, foreign press

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Travel Insurance Prevents Disasters

I loved Sri Lanka. The food, the people, the beach, the mountains – even the big city was good. It’s a real gem in what some consider a tough neighborhood for independent travel (South Asia). On my last morning in