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There are a gazillion of travel websites out there for various destinations and all types of travelers, but being a mom of two little travelers, I’m glad to have stumbled into the Little Jet Set, an online shop for toys, gadgets, clothing and other gear for little jetsetters. According to their founders:
Based on our own travel experiences and extensive research, we are certain that the items we offer are the best in each of their respective categories. We spend considerable time carefully selecting thoughtfully designed and well constructed products that appeal to various ages and interests and that respond …read more

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On the go for longer than your laptop battery would hold? Have a look at Web Worker Daily’s recommendation: the Powerpad 130.
Using the Electrovaya PowerPad 130, I was able to use my laptop outside for nearly nine hours, with only a fraction of that time spent on standby.
The batteries in the PowerPad series weigh about a pound, come with two USB charge ports, and they’re well worth having if you frequently work from hotspots, or want to work outside for extended periods. They’re compatible with thousands of models of laptops.
Also perfect for use during long drives or long-haul flights …read more

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You can’t believe how many equipment a young child absolutely must have nowadays. And when that child travels, believe me, it’s a major logistical nightmare to lug around all those baby or toddler stuff. Apart from the suitcase with ten thousand clothes, there’s the carseat, the stroller, the booster seat, the rocker, the playgym… Man, the list goes on and on! I remember, when we went to my in-laws for holidays, it took us half a day just to pack the car! And flying? Don’t ask.
Here’s probably one of the best gadgets for parents traveling with their little ones: the …read more

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Over the years, it has gotten easier and easier to book airlines and hotel rooms online. I personally don’t know anyone who goes to travel agencies anymore just to book simple straightforward itineraries. Aggregators such as Expedia, Opodo and the likes have made it so easy to find good flight and hotel deals, you don’t need to be a professional to find a package that suits your taste and budget.
But cruises are different, probably because it’s not yet a popular mode of holiday travel? But if that’s what you’re looking for, you just might find the best deals at Cruise …read more

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Always suffer from queasy stomach whenever you travel? Don’t let that stop you from going! Here are some tips from the July 2008 issue of ShopSmart to ease your motion sickness:
First, try these: GINGER AND WRISTBANDS Although far from proven, these are safe and worth a shot, especially for mild symptoms. Ginger root, typically sold in candies and capsules, has the most supporting evidence. Occasional use of up to 250 milligrams four times a day is considered safe for most people, including women who might be pregnant. Bracelets such as Sea-Bands, found at drugstores, stimulate acupressure points on the wrist …read more

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Yowza, half of the week is over and I haven’t written a single entry here at Let’s Visit Asia. Apologies for the nth time, but my 2 month old daughter was at the hospital for some respiratory viral infection. When the doctor said that she probably picked it up from someone at home as she could have gone shopping for it, I said, well, we can’t be too sure of that.
Unlike the locals who keep their babies at home for the first few months, my daughter’s been around since the day we were discharged from the hospital. And even if …read more

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Organizing your bus transportation within India has just become a bit more convenient as Make My Trip expands its range of offerings to include bus ticket bookings.

Just like booking an airline flight, all you have to do is to enter your travel dates, points of departure and destination, and seat. You can use a credit card, debit card or an internet enabled online bank account to pay for your bookings. And like airline bookings, you will then be issued an e-ticket, which you need to present upon boarding together with some form of identification.
Neat, eh?
Image: Make My Trip screenshot

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School’s out, temperatures are up and the sun shines (most of the time at least)… it’s travel time!

Photo Credit: aussiegall via Flickr
Wherever your feet brings you (if you’re visiting Asia, let us know your plans!), don’t forget to check out some of these stories and tips from the b5media travel channel:

Filipina Soul – A yummy sounding recipe for Putong Puti (Rice Muffins).
Flyaway Cafe – Picks her 7 Family Vacation Destinations that are FUN & Educational.
Geeky Traveller – Answers the questions Is the New iPhone 3G useful for travelers?
Let’s Visit Asia – Unfortunately, Thai Airways Adjusts Fuel Surcharge (hint:  it’s going …read more

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Out of the many out there, which website do you use to book your accommodations online? Which website do you find easiest to use? Which offers the best room rates?
Often, I consult 2-3 websites to book my travel needs, compare the rates offered, and book from that which returns the best offer. Although I have my favorites, they don’t consistently show the best rates, and sometimes I’m surprised to find better offers from websites I wold never have thought of checking out.
With Hotels Combined, the search for that best deal has become a few clicks easier. It searches more than …read more

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As a child, whenever I didn’t finish my food or complained on what was for dinner, I’ve always gotten a lengthy lecture on other unfortunate children who had no food to eat. I’m not sure, but I guess this could be one factor why there’s always a part of me that feels guilty whenever I splurge on holidays. I’ve never really been on what may be considered as luxury travel by any stretch and even if I had the money, I don’t think I ever would. I think I will never be able to find a reason to justify …read more

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