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The 5 Best Things I Packed for Japan | An Essential Japan Packing List
Packing for any trip can be a challenge, but Japan has some unique packing needs that I’ve not encountered for any other trip I’ve taken so I’m sharing my essential Japan Packing List. Japan Packing List Keychain Coin Organizer Japan is still a very cash-based country and you end up with so. many. yen! As someone who rarely pays with cash and is unfamiliar with Japanese currency, this keychain coin organizer is perfect because it allows you to sort your yen coins, which makes paying faster because you’re able to find what you need that much quicker. A Quick-Drying Hand towel Public restrooms are abundant (and shockingly clean) in Tokyo,…
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How To Get Global Entry: A Guide to Applying
What is Global Entry? Global Entry is a trusted traveler program issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) that allows approved American citizens, permanent residents, and citizens from certain other countries to expedite the customs process when entering the United States. The program is designed to provide a faster and more efficient way for low-risk travelers to clear customs, reducing wait times and making international travel more convenient. By enrolling in Global Entry, you can breeze through customs and get on with your journey without the usual hassle. Benefits of Global Entry Wondering how to apply for Global Entry? Let’s be honest, air travel these days can be kind…
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The Essential Sailing Trip Packing List
Whether you’re sailing the San Blas Islands as I did or sailing anywhere else in the world you’ll want to add these essential items to your sailing trip packing list! Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. 1. The first item on my sailing trip packing list is a crew! Now maybe you’re licensed to sail a catamaran but your trip will be far more relaxing if you let a crew man the galley (who wants to…
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How to Protect Your Skin from the Sun While Traveling | The Best Travel Sunscreen
Protecting our skin from the sun is something we should all be doing daily, but when you add tropical travel into the mix sun protection becomes even more crucial. I’ve already had one fairly major surgery for skin cancer so you can bet I’m doing everything in my power to avoid another one! Here’s my definitive list of the best travel sunscreen products. Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Cover Up I used to cringe at…
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No Hielo – A Cuba Travel Tale
I blame Hemingway. And my love for sweet, fruity cocktails. Picture it: Cuba, 2018, a bar that shall remain nameless (but touts a connection to Ernest himself), and daiquiris. I love me some daiquiris! What’s the first rule of international travel? Don’t drink the water. This is a story of how ice is (shockingly) made from, you guessed it, water. Ice is not your friend in Cuba. Cocktails in Cuba Three friends walk into a Havana bar, where they’re promptly and blatantly ignored by the bartender for a solid 20 minutes. Unbeknownst to each other, each of the friends is thinking how ridiculous the wait is and that maybe they…
