The first step to decorating your home (or one area, like a bedroom) is to choose a particular look or theme. That sounds easy enough—if you're Martha Stewart. Most of us, however, have no idea where to start, or be torn between so many options. 'That Oriental sofa looks really beautiful…but so does that shabby chic lamp!' Unfortunately, they don't go together. Oh, if only we … [Read more...] about How to find your personal decorating style
Tips for staying at a bed and breakfast
A bed and breakfast is a great place to stay for a short vacation or even a second honeymoon. Bed and breakfasts are usually associated with a couple's getaway for the weekend. But it's not really the case. There are many bed and breakfast establishments that cater to families as well. But whether you're going to a B&B with your significant other or with your family, there … [Read more...] about Tips for staying at a bed and breakfast
Tips for extending the value of your travel money
Most people think that they need a lot of money to travel. It becomes such a fixation that they never really get to travel because they always think that the money they have is never enough. But this shouldn't be the case. With the right and creative way of handling money you can actually stretch your travel money so you can take that trip you've always wanted and have fun. … [Read more...] about Tips for extending the value of your travel money
Packing tips for an overseas backpacking tour
Backpacking is a very popular form of visiting a country and its practice has been rising over the years. Backpacking can be considered a more adventurous way of seeing a country and also one that is more economical, the reason why many people who have limited budgets prefer this kind of alternative when traveling in other countries. But backpacking has its own challenges and … [Read more...] about Packing tips for an overseas backpacking tour
Useful tips for packing lightly
One of the most trying parts of going on a trip are packing your luggage and discovering how heavy it is. The issue is compounded when you actually lug your heavy luggage through the airport and all the way to your hotel. A too-heavy luggage can put a serious damper on any trip so the solution is pretty obvious – pack lightly by identifying stuff you won't need on your trip and … [Read more...] about Useful tips for packing lightly