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What Makes a Good Reception Area? A Few Essentials

January 20, 2023 by Bernard San Juan III

Good reception areas are essential for many businesses as they allow customers or clients to wait until their appointment or meeting. Studies have found that a well-designed, welcoming, and comfortable reception area can significantly improve …

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Becoming an Efficient Business Traveler

January 16, 2023 by Bernard San Juan III

• Invest in a good quality suitcase to ensure that your belongings are safe and secure. • Make copies of important documents like your passport and driver’s license before heading out. • Pack light, bringing …

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Is Disneyland Still Too Expensive? Here Are Other Places You Can Explore With Your Family

August 27, 2022 by Bernard San Juan III

Disneyland is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and for a good reason. The Magic Kingdom is truly magical, filled with iconic rides, fascinating shows, and beloved characters. However, all of …

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Travel Tips To Make Your Trip as Smooth as Possible

August 6, 2022 by Bernard San Juan III

With over 22% of travel destinations worldwide easing restrictions and opening up for tourism, many people are eager to get out there and explore again. However, even with destinations reopening, it’s essential to be prepared and do …

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Travel Preparation: What to Do Before Your Trip of a Lifetime

April 2, 2022 by Bernard San Juan III

Vacations are meant to be a time of rest and relaxation, but they can be quite stressful for many people. Between trying to figure out what to pack and where to go, it’s easy to …

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Thailand: Delicious Food You Should Try on Your Next Visit

December 23, 2021 by Bernard San Juan III

Traveling in Thailand is an experience like none other. The food, the culture, and the people are all unique and authentic. You can find all sorts of different food here, from street food to high-end …

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Couple Budgeting Hacks: Avoiding Financial Conflict on Your First Travel Date

November 25, 2021 by Bonnie Rush

Some people find love easily. But for most people, it takes a very long time and a lot of realizations before they find “the one.” Others go through many heartbreaks before they meet the love …

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So You’re Starting a Bed-and-Breakfast: What You Need to Know Before Opening Your Doors to Guests

December 20, 2021November 11, 2021 by Bernard San Juan III

So you’re starting a bed-and-breakfast. Congratulations on your new venture! It can be tough, but it’s rewarding. You’ll need to plan and manage everything from the food and beverage service, housekeeping and maintenance, and even …

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See the World on a Budget: 5 Tips for the Perfect Trip

October 26, 2021 by Nikolaj Salinger

There is a saying that Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien popularized in a poem included in his book Fellowship of the Ring; he assured those who travel and see the world are not …

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How Hotels and Other Hospitality Businesses Can Bounce Back

October 25, 2021 by Bernard San Juan III

The hotel and accommodation industry is among the hardest-hit industries of the pandemic, along with other hospitality businesses like restaurants and cafes. Travel restrictions and quarantine guidelines prevented people from going out and fulfilling outside …

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Brooke Verlini

Brooke Verlini

Brooke caught the travel bug at the young age of 17. All alone with a worn out rucksack, she left their small family farm and set out to see the world. Reticent but intrepid, backpacking is now her way of life, and My Travel Backpack is an archive of her journeys across place and time.

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Bonnie Rush

Bonnie Rush

Bonnie likes to take things slow and has been wandering the globe since 2012. Her favorite places are those that leave her permanently unsettled. A sociology graduate and student of nature, she offers practical insights on how to make the most of traveling on a budget.


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Nikolaj Salinger

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Nikolaj took a gap year in 2015. Then it became three years of exploring Southeast Asia and doing odd jobs on the side. And he has no plans of stopping. When he’s not out hiking, cycling, or meeting new people, he’s in his hammock reading a book or writing poems.

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