15 Best Travel Accessories for Business Travelers  Business travel can be a real pain if you’re unprepared. Loose travel documents will create unnecessary panic. A stiff neck from an uncomfortable sleep on the plane will hinder you from putting your best foot forward during business meetings. We’ve rounded up the must-have travel accessories for every businessman on the go. Travel the world in style and comfort! They are all excellent gift ideas to boot.  1. Bellroy Travel Wallet with RFID No more beading with nervous sweat as you rummage through your bags, looking for your passport. This Travel Wallet helps you keep all of your...

Packing Light for a Cold-Weather Getaway With boots, bulky jeans, sweaters and coats taking up so much room in your bag, it can be tough to pack light for a cold-weather vacation. Find out how to fit everything in without racking up the excess baggage fees in the process.    Packing light—or more accurately, packing right—can be one of the most challenging parts of travel preparation. Take more than you need and you’ll be dragging unwanted weight and bulk through airports, hotels and across new cities. Underpack and you’ll be forced to hunt down the items you need to stay warm...

Travel Scams Even You Could Fall For   Let’s face it: Travel scams are alive and well in many major cities worldwide. While most locals are generally helpful and sincere, scoundrels and fraudsters often lurk around undetected. They cheat countless tourists on a day-to-day basis. To avoid being a target of their ploy, here are a few travel scams to watch out for.    1) Overcharged taxi ridesInstead of bringing passengers straight to their destination, cabbies are infamous for using longer routes and roads with heavy traffic. Others even claim to have broken meters and rides are charged at an...

As most women who are currently, or have been, with child will likely tell you, being pregnant doesn’t mean putting your life on hold. Whether you’re heading out on a dream babymoon or embarking on the road trip of a lifetime, it can totally be done, provided you’re properly prepared. From recommended travel guidelines to hints on how to keep comfortable, read this guide for tips on how to successfully travel during pregnancy.   1. Check With Your CaregiverBefore you set out on your trip of a lifetime, check in with doctor to ensure that you’re good to go. Generally...

How to Get Clean Water Without Buying Bottled While Traveling Gone are the days when you can just get water from a crystal clear stream. If you’re spending some time in the backcountry and will not have access to clean bottled water, you’ll want to treat your water and keep yourself safe.   A portable water filter will remove physical sediment (dirt, microplastics), protozoa and cysts (cryptosporidium, giardia), and bacteria (E. coli, salmonella). It will usually improve the taste of the water as well. Boiling is one of the original purification methods that’s ineffective for sediment — you can boil...

Like us on Facebook   The Venturesafe G2 collection of bags has been among Pacsafe’s best selling anti-theft backpacks for years. Their versatile nature means they’ve been the go-to bag for lots of people when it comes to adapting between everyday use and all-day adventures. So what happens when you redefine those styles to make them even better? It’s all about combining modern looks and the latest anti-theft technology to create something that will stand the test of time and become a ‘new classic’. “With the new G3 Venturesafe collection, we’ve taken those best-selling backpack shapes people love and streamlined the designs...

Essential Solo Travel Tips for a Successful Journey The idea of traveling alone is both scary and exhilarating. Though it is exciting to be in the company of a travel partner or a group tour, solo travel gives you the liberty to roam around without distractions and restrictions. It lets you escape your current, tired routine and more importantly, reconnect with yourself and the world at large. So, take a leap of faith and follow these useful tips for a successful independent expedition.   1. Stash cash in different places A vital rule to remember when securing your travel money...

Adventure Bucket List: Budget Friendly Uganda Wildlife If you’re looking for big African adventures on a not so big budget, look no further than Uganda. The country’s rolling green hills are filled with incredible wildlife adventures that won’t break the bank. Uganda’s nickname—The Pearl of Africa—is apropos: The natural wonders there, from silverback gorillas and golden monkeys to lush untouched forests, feel like a treasure you’ve just uncovered.  A trip to this peaceful, friendly East African country (a BBC survey named Uganda “the most welcoming country in the world”) isn’t as expensive as fine jewels. It’s surprisingly affordable, offering bucket list wildlife adventures...

Do You Need RFID Protection? With the shift of contactless credit cards and smart passports, there has been a rise in concern about RFID theft. The idea is that people can use remote scanners to lift the information on your cards and either use it to generate fake payments or use your personal info for other scams. But is RFID theft really a problem? Do you need RFID protection? This post looks at the realities of RFID theft. There are also practical ways for you to protect your personal details if you need to.   First, what is RFID?  RFID chips...

How to Tip in 25 Countries Around the World This article is adapted from Travel + Leisure There are 196 countries in the world and they all have different tipping practices. Should you leave your spare change? Tack an additional 20 percent on the bill? Don’t wait until you’ve already plowed through your tapas in Madrid or devoured your flat white in Sydney to figure out whether or not you should leave a tip. A good rule of thumb is to try and pay your tip in cash. When you tip on your credit card, that kindly server may not see your generous tip....

The World’s First Water-Resistant, Anti-Theft Adventure Bags The Pacsafe Dry Collection is the first in the world to combine anti-theft features with water-resistant construction. Perfect for adventures in the sand and salt, they help you protect your gear and enjoy the fun of surfing and boating. In short, this range is for people who adventure in and around the water and need some extra protection for their gear.   Pacsafe Dry 15L Portable Safe Lock up all your gear in this secure, IPX6 rated water-resistant bag. It’s basically a dry bag, portable safe and anti-theft backpack rolled into one. High-frequency welded seams, a roll-top...

3 easy steps: How to safely pack your camera gear in a backpack Traveling with expensive and heavy DSLR camera gear can be a hassle. If not packed correctly, you can damage your lenses and camera body. However, it’s totally worth it if you want to get that epic shot. Whether you’re heading out for the day or going overseas, safely packing your camera gear in a backpack is key. Here are 3 easy steps on how to do so, with a couple of extra hacks at the end.  Step 1: Disassemble everything.  Separate your lens from your camera. Take...