Christopher Columbus set off to discover The New World about five centuries ago. Today, Virgin Airlines is looking to offer galactic tours.
Can an explorer of old still teach us anything about travel?
Back in his time, Columbus struggled to talk anyone into financing his dreams. He campaigned for funding in 1485 and appealed to the courts of Portugal, England and Spain continuously until he finally set sail in August of 1492.
A laptop can be a handy tool to have on the road, especially if you’re blogging about your adventures or attempting to become an LIP (Location Independent Professional).
In previous articles I’ve given advice about what to look for in a perfect travel laptop, essential items to have in your pack to go with it, and how to keep it from getting lost, stolen or broken along the way.
1 year. 365 days. 52 weeks. Ummm…8760 hours?
You get the idea. It’s been a long time since I first created Brave New Traveler.
During that time I’ve met some amazing people, celebrated small milestones, and continued to plug away.
Some realizations: creating a sustainable blog model is much harder than it looks. It’s not like you can slap up some content (along with a strip or two of Google ads) and expect the money to roll in.
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This is Part III of a four part series on laptop travel.
When traveling with a laptop, there’s a significant risk that it could fall victim to one of three potential disasters - lost, stolen or broken.
You don’t want to constantly clutch your laptop while exploring a new city or be afraid to let it out of your sight. But nothing can sour your day quite like having something expensive - like a laptop - get lost, stolen or broken on the road.
Tags: Laptop, Travel, Practical, Tips, Protect, From, Theft, Damage, and, LossBesides the obvious need for underwear and a passport, there are some “must-haves” a man needs for a smooth trip.? Listed are my Top-10, if you have a better 10 then let us know!
1.? Sony Digital camera with plenty of duo-sticks.
2.? Palm Treo phone with Palm OS and world capabilities.
3.? A white long sleeve oxford from Thomas Pink.
4.? Oakley C-Wire with polarized lenses.
5.? Victorinox Swiss Army Standard Traveler- Medium with wheels.
6.? Diving Mocs from J Crew Millbrook- slip-on.
7.? American Express Platinum Card with concierge services.
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This is Part II in our series on Laptop Travel. Read Part I here.
So now that you’ve got your perfect travel laptop picked out, what are you going to take with it?
Here’s a run-down of accessories you’re going to want in your pack before heading off into the great unknown.
1. Charger. A no-brainer really, but it’s got to be on the list. The best thing about laptops is that because the wall charger has to convert AC to DC for the computer to work, they almost always have a voltage converter. Meaning it will work fine whether you’re in London, New York, Tokyo, or Delhi.
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This is Part I of a new series on laptop travel.
Many people choose to travel with their laptops these days. And I’m not talking about business travelers; I’m talking about backpackers.
I should know. I lugged my 12″ Powerbook G4 around the world. And I couldn’t help but notice other grungy backpackers whip out laptops in hostels, backpacker cafes, and airports.
Tags: Laptop, Travel, How, Pick, Your, Perfect, LaptopWe will often take DVD’s on a trip to watch both en-route and late at night after a long day of exploration.? In no particular order our Top 10 Travel movies are:
Bourne Identity
Red Dragon/ Hannibal
French Kiss
The Devil Wears Prada
Touristas
The Da Vinci Code
Tin Cup
The Saint
I-Spy
Ocean’s Twelve
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Miami Beach is fast becoming one of the top vacation destinations for families andtravelersalike. Miami Beach offers sun, fun and a variety of activities to choose from. Now that you have decided to vacation in Miami Beach, it is time to choose the hotel that you will reside in for your vacation. With a plethora of hotel options how does one pick the perfect Miami Beach hotel? A good way to choose a hotel is by the amenities t
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I know a bugbear of many of you is being charged for internet access at luxury hotels.? You’re already paying a top rate and perhaps understandably don’t expect to have to be charged for your internet usage.? Marriott has announced that five of its brands (Courtyard, Residence Inn, Fairfield Inn, TownePlace Suites and SpringHill Suites) now offer guests free WiFi hotels in the U.S. and Canada.? That’s great to hear, but what about extending this to other locations and other brands?? What about Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott and Bulgari?
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