As an avid traveler, I have put a lot of thought into how the coronavirus itself will change the way that we choose to travel, but what happens when our passports no longer allow us to travel … even with those safety precautions in place?
As we ease our way into what is now being referred to as “the new normal” it is natural for travel addicts like us to think ahead & wonder what the new normal will look like in the landscape of travel & tourism.
I know as much as anyone that it can be difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. We hear conflicting reports in the media & dwell on numbers because there’s seemingly nothing else to do, but using the coping mechanisms above & starting each day with a positive affirmation (as hippy-dippy as that may sound) has made a huge difference in my anxiety levels already.
When you think of booking your next vacation, what are the things that you budget for immediately? Obviously flights & hotels are at the top of your list, perhaps ground transportation comes to mind & of course money for food/drinks. But what other expenses are out there that you are overlooking? Additional travel expenses can add up quickly & can easily put a damper on your trip if you are not prepared for them. Here are TL Travel's 5 most commonly overlooked travel expenses as compiled by you; our TL Travelers.
Traveling the world is an amazing thing! There is no better feeling (in my opinion) than stepping out of the airport in a brand new destination & being welcomed by new sights & sounds. More often though, I find myself hopping into business mode; find a taxi, barter a price, locate the hotel, where should I eat? etc., & before I know it that feeling is gone. Group travel makes all of these things easy & allows you to make the most of each moment without having to worry about the logistics of where to go next, how to get there & how not to get ripped off. If you are a traveler (or soon-to-be traveler) who has never experienced travel as a group, here are a few reasons why you should try it out!
Every month TL Travel vlogs & blogs about our favorite destinations, favorite restaurants & favorite travel products. It is our mission to try & test anything in the realm of travel that may interest our readers & this month was no different. Check out these great travel must-haves & be sure to let us know in the comments below what you never leave home without!
Websites boasting 'Eat The Streets' posts will tell you where to get your fix of local cuisine anywhere you want to go, but some locations are, no doubt, questioned more than others. While very few of us think twice about grabbing a hot-dog after the bar from a street stand in the States, so many travelers are warned time & time again to NEVER eat the street food in Thailand, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Bolivia .. you name it. But why? Is there any rhyme or reason to these warnings?
It is no secret that the TL Travel team adores Lush Cosmetics & their handmade, natural beauty products. We bring their products with us on the road, use them in our homes & often include them in giveaways & luxury travel welcome kits. From their shower scrubs & body butters to their bath bombs & fresh face scrubs we have tried it all, but many travelers want to know what our favorite travel-friendly products are & today I will tell you!
When it comes to fashion blogs, Adventure Chic (www.adventure-chic.com) is at the top of our list here at TL Travel. With everything from packing lists to beauty on the go, Adventure Chic is a one-stop for fashionable travel.
Currently trending in the Twittersphere is “10 Makeup Must-Haves For Travel”, but our personal favorite has got to be “Packing Guide For Warm Weather - 3 Weeks in 1 Carry-On Suitcase.” Not only does Adventure Chic lay out all the items for you (as pictured above) but also explains how to use each piece, how to switch it up & how to choose a color palette. Still feel stuck? Check out Adventure Chic’s Product Reviews! That’s right, it’s all there for you in one place.
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