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How to Find Cheap Flights

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Watch world champion barefoot water skier Keith St. Onge talk Gear Garage and even mention his butt padding. How exciting to hear about the suit that holds you together when you are ripping 40 miles per hour through the open waters. Wouldn’t you be curious to see for yourself what these suits look like? Check them out now, you will not be disappointed. Looking to get away for a while yourself? Would you like to see this professional barefoot water skier Keith St. Onge in person? How about hopping onto a plane and heading on down to Florida? Too bad the prices of airplane tickets have go nowhere but up in the last couple of years. It sure would be nice if you could find a cheap flight, wouldn’t it? According to a travel article, you need not worry if you like to travel by airplane because there are tons of ways where you can save money on your next flight. Some great money saving methods include: being flexible with your times and dates, flying budget carriers, ignoring cheap fare myths, never flying direct, being flexible with your destination, using multiple search engines for deals, taking advantage of student discounts, signing up for frequent flier miles, searching for tickets as one person, searching for tickets in other currencies, booking early, joining a mailing list, and knowing your price.

Fly away today and save when you go see world champion barefoot water skier Keith St. Onge live and in person. If your journey is going to take you closure to nature than you might want to stop on by Patagonia. At Patagonia, you will find the best selection of gear you need to get out there and enjoy life with nature. From water skiing (like world champion barefoot water skier Keith St. Onge) to mountain climbing and more you will find it when you shop at Patagonia. Find out what all the outdoor hype is about when you shop the outdoor headquarters. From apparel to gear you will find it here and save more money to with their partnership with Groupon Coupons.

Living life outdoors is certainly a life less boring. Shop Patagonia and save when you see Groupon Coupons first for great money saving promo code discounts and coupons. Get 50 percent off for a limited time when you use this promo. Act now and score big time during the 30 percent off spring clearance when you use this promo. Save more on a new mountain biking gear with this code. Get the gear you need to go climbing at a discount when you use this code. Enjoy free shipping with this promo code. Save more when you check out the fly fishing section. Spend $75 or more and get free shipping when you use this code. Right now, get up to 30 percent off clothes and pack gear with this code. Enjoy getting up to 30 percent off men’s vests, windbreakers, and more when you use this code. Always save more when you take advantage of deals, coupons, and sales. Get $24 off on men’s Duck pants when you use this code. Save when you shop gift cards. Get up to 30 percent off kids and baby clothing when you use this code. Act now and get 50 percent off women’s apparel. Shop new swimwear now and save more when you use this code. Get $240 off during the men’s sale when you use this code. Save more with discounts when you use this code. Save more with exclusives when you use this code. Shop new fleece looks for spring today and save more when you use this code. From savings with sales, discounts and promos to getting free shipping you will always save tons more when you use Groupon Coupons at Patagonia.

Life lived outdoors is the best especially when you shop Patagonia. Be sure to use Groupon Coupons first for even more money savings deals.

Making your holidays vacation-ready

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Despite getting holidays aplenty, turning them into vacations seem to be a hard task. More often than not, this is because of lack of planning and other causes. However, you could get there if you tried hard enough, or put yourselves out there.
The trick is to go through your holidays step-by-step and plan everything out from before. It’s high time you ditched the weekend trip plan and got yourself into high gear for an extended vacation. It is guaranteed to give you respite, make you feel better, and also help you deal with the coming work week.

  1. Book your hotels in advance

Go to any trip planning website and book your hotels early. On one side, this means you have somethings set ahead, and you can rest your head easy. On the other hand, this means you can concentrate on what is necessary, I.e., the travel plans.
Also, there is a high chance that once you have booked your hotels, you would not back out from your vacation plans no matter what comes about. This is important; sometimes you might have to postpone vacations because of work and other things, but, being determined from before is always a huge plus.

  1. Set up a broad itinerary

Let’s face it; you would never follow-up with all the attractions of the place you are visiting. Keeping a comprehensive itinerary with areas you plan to visit, and things you could do in that area, helps you customize your plans for a particular place. This way, you do not feel guilty for not getting everything on your checklist either.
Being flexible also means you can visit places you had not heard about from the get-go, Depending on which vacation you prefer, this could mean one of the sceneries that none of your travel buddies have seen or an experience that you can hold onto forever.

  1. Find out the laws

There’s nothing worse than a trip where you keep roaming around doing paperwork. Get the legwork in before you embark on your journey and you would be set before you even have to leave your home. Find out the laws related to the children or the pets that will be accompanying you.
There’s nothing quite as bad as having a young furball detained because they did not meet the quota for a vaccine or having to make your children sit for a whole day at the Airport, because of some formalities. So, get familiar with the laws for tourists and be careful.

  1. Be smart

Do not visit the tropics without sunglasses and sunscreen. Do not go to the cold weather areas with only a cardigan to keep you warm. It might sound funny, but, your vacation could be brought down solely by the wrong choice of clothes, or even the wrong selection of the cuisine you are eating.
Don’t get yourself down and be careful as you go on this journey.

Pack your bags and don’t let another summer waste away. We get very little time as professionals anyway, so, getting ourselves out there is a necessity.

4 Awesome Things to Do in Matheran

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India is filled with breathtaking landscapes, incredible architecture, and a unique clash of cultures. Traveling within it is a fantastic experience for both local and foreign tourists. Matheran, a hill station in the Raigad District of the state of Maharashtra, captures the whole essence of India in one city. It is a perfect place to visit because of its scenic beauty, rich history, and fresh air and its vibrant people. Here are four awesome things to do on your next visit to Matheran.

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1. Participate in the Ganesh Chaturthi Festival

Ganesh is known as the patron of science and the arts, the deva of wisdom and intellect, and the remover of challenges. People all over India honor him by celebrating his festival with great pomp and color every year.

These celebrations, which mostly fall in August or September, last for nine to ten days. During this time, the people of Matheran proudly install idols of Ganesh around town. The celebrations end with the immersion of Ganesh idols in the sea. But make sure to book Matheran hotels early if you’re thinking of going during the high season, prices tend to be much higher during the festival.

2. Take a Photo at Alexander Point

Alexander Point is a wonderful lookout area that you can access by following the Madhavji Road. You’ll have the chance to see breathtaking panoramic views of the beautiful hills and valleys that surround it.

High points include Palasdari Lake, Chowk Point, and Garbut Point. You can also view Rambaug Point and Borgaon Village from this area. However, you’ll have to use binoculars if you want to see the Bhivpuri Power House Towers from this point.

3. Bird Watching at Charlotte Lake

Charlotte Lake is of great significance to the people of Matheran. More specifically, it is the chief source of their drinking water. It also serves nearby regions as well.

You’ll be amazed by its tranquility and the lush greenery that surrounds it. A perfect time to visit Charlotte Lake is during the monsoon season, which is from July to September. At this time, the waters are full, and the surrounding area is teeming with lush green vegetation. People love bird watching around Charlotte Lake since it attracts many species of birds due to its calm and uncharted environment.

4. Visit the Ambarnath Temple

The Ambarnath Temple lies close to the Vadavan River. More specifically, it lies at the Pune-Mumbai Railway Line at Akoli. The temple is said to have been built during the 11th century by King Mahamandaleshwar, who dedicated it to Lord Shiva.

The Ambarnath Temple is a classic example of the genius of Vesara architecture that was popular in India during the 11th century. In fact, it bares a striking resemblance to the Dilwara Temples on Mount Abu. This temple is a prominent attraction in Matheran because of its design and beautiful imagery. No visit to Matheran is truly complete before you see the Ambarnath Temple, so make sure you mark it down on your list.

As you can see, Matheran is a fantastic destination for everyone. Book Matheran hotels today so that you can experience this incredible destination. Bring your family members, friends, or colleagues with you so that they can enjoy the marvels of Matheran as well.

TRAVELING WITH YOUR BABY

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Going on a holiday with your baby makes the experience wholesome. You get to spend some alone and quality time with them, and if you are lucky enough, share some interesting activities together. Let’s face it; it is not every day that adults and babies find common interests in which they can all participate in!

Traveling with your baby around the world is a great way to get them acclimatized to various cultures and climates. How you plan for it can either mean you enjoy the trip or look forward to when it ends. These five planning tricks will help you have a smooth time with your baby;

Find out what the law says about traveling with minors

The worst trip is one that ends even before it begins. Do your research on what your country’s laws say on minors traveling abroad and also what your country of destination requires before allowing in minors. What medical checks do they have to undergo and how much do they cost? Do they need visas and passports too? In case you are a breastfeeding mom, are breast pumps allowed and to what specifications? Finding out these beforehand will save you a lot of pain, disappointment, cancellation costs and public humiliation. You need put in a lot of work into preparations when traveling with your baby.

Finding space for your packing list

If it’s just the two of you, your baby and yourself, going on a trip, then you might want to limit the number of suitcases you will have to drag around. You might have to sacrifice some of your luggage to create space for the baby’s essentials (which are not few by the way!). You have to pack both cold weather and warm weather clothes for the baby. Toys are essential, but limit them to one or two of their favorite.

With adequate planning, you can even make matching t-shirts for you and your baby. Check heatpressguide.com on how to do it by yourself.

While fitting all these into one suitcase might make work easier for you, it is better to carry two separate bags – one for the baby and the other for you, to make it easier to find the baby’s stuff when you need them.

Prepare for medical emergencies

Consult a pediatrician for recommendations for a traveling baby. Get advice on the baby’s diet needs and how to react to your baby’s response to change of environment. Pack medication for chronic conditions such as colds and coughs, after professional advice from qualified medical personnel. A mini first-aid kit won’t hurt. Do not forget to also pack some for yourself. But remember to check border guidelines on such medication as they might be restricted.

Where to stay

A real headache comes in finding a place to stay during your holidays. Things might be easier if you are being hosted by a family or renting a home or cottage. If you are staying in a hotel, request for a baby cot when booking. Also, make sure that the place isn’t too isolated that it will be difficult to replenish essentials such as diapers. Availability of babysitters and fun activities for children at the hotel are an added advantage; you might need some alone time.

Bonus tip: Getting a baby tracker doesn’t do any harm. These beautiful souls like wondering, and you can’t have them under your watch all the time. Chaining them to your ankles is definitely out of the question! A frantic search through the airport just after you’ve been cleared to board is not an activity you will enjoy.

Photographing The World’s most underrated views

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Instagram is flooded with panoramic shots of the most famous views on Planet Earth; searching ‘Grand Canyon’ brings you back no fewer than 2.4 million posts! Of course, there’s a reason these images are so shareable: they never fail to impress and give people serious travel envy.

With these most famous views getting all the attention, there are a host of other, lesser-known and lesser acknowledged, views just waiting to be enjoyed. If you’re a true adventurer, why not set out to capture some of these images before they become too busy?

The magical light in Utah’s canyon parks

A little further down the road from the mega-famous Grand Canyon, lies Bryce Canyon National Park. The incredibly clear skies here — often providing up to 100 miles of visibility — make for sensational photographs, and the way the light shifts through the day gives the rock-face a pink-orange-red hue, which is breathtaking even without the use of Instagram filters! Lodging in Bryce Canyon puts you right at the heart of it, with acres of private land and exclusive canyons to explore.

NYC’s evolving skyline from DUMBO

Arguably the most famous shot taken in New York City is from atop the Empire State Building, with views down on to Central Park and across the Hudson into Brooklyn and Williamsburg. Yet, if you cross the river and find a spot in a place named DUMBO – Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass – you’ll be able to take in the whole of NYC’s impressive skyline, including one of the most interesting buildings: The Empire State.

What’s truly exciting about this perspective on The Big Apple, is that each time you go, it’ll look slightly different; buildings come up and down, facades alter, and boats move along the river bank. Come back at nighttime to see the city lit up, and once again, experience a totally different visual spectacle.

Mt Rinjani, Lombok: a view over the Island of the Gods

Bali has long been the preferred holiday destination in Indonesia, but Lombok has much to offer. Take the three-day hike on Mount Rinjani, and reach its peak by sunrise, to be rewarded with sensational sights over a crater lake from one side and on the other, a panorama across the Lombok Strait to the picturesque cluster of Gili Islands and Island of the Gods, Bali, beyond.

Set your camera to a small aperture and high f-stop for best results.

Outsmart the tourists in Agra

Even if you wake at the crack of dawn, to be at the gates of the Taj Mahal when it opens at 6am, you’ll still queue to enter with the crowds of other visitors also keen to get an unpopulated view — and photograph — of the UNESCO site.

Instead, get your camera prepared for a trip to the Tomb of I’timād-ud-Daulah, also a mausoleum with intricate and jaw-dropping architecture but — crucially — the peace and quiet a resting place deserves, and that you’ll need to get a mesmerising photo.