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Pack with purpose * Bring Your Own Everything. 1. A small (inflatable) pillow 2. Ziploc bags (useful in so many ways) 3. Entertainment (include one non-electronic thing for when you have to power down) 4. Snacks, and a reusable water bottle. * Pack light. Try to take only one suitcase, preferably a roller carry-on. This will be very convenient in any way. * If flying, check out the current rules and restrictions at tsa.gov. You are only allowed one carry-on that must fit in the overhead compartment and one that must fit underneath the seat in front of you; this means you are only allowed to have two carry-ons. Some airlines charge you extra to check a bag. http://westhillconsulting.info/blog/tips-for-smooth-trips/

Geography: Indonesia, the largest archipelago in the world, is located in Southeast Asia and Oceania. The country comprises 17,508 islands all in all, with 5 (Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, Sumatra and New Guinea) being fundamental. The country shares maritime borders with Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia and Australia. The country's location make it a place of numerous volcanoes and frequent earthquakes. Climate: Indonesia has a tropical climate, with two distinct seasons: wet and dry. Mountainous region receive the highest rainfall. Humidity averages to about 80%. The average yearly temperature is 26-30 C (79-86 F) throughout the year. Recommended clothing: Lightweight cotton clothes are recommended throughout the year. Rainwear is essential during the rainy season. Pack warmer clothes if you are planning to travel to upland areas. Social conventions: Handshaking is the normal form of greeting. If invited to the home, a small souvenir from one's homeland is an acceptable gift, and something for their children is always welcome. Do not give money. Remember that a nod of the head means 'no' and a shake means 'yes'! Health: There are many health risks associated with traveling to Indonesia, therefore all the necessary immunizations and vaccinations should be taken ahead. Malaria is a risk everywhere, except the larger cities. The dengue fever is present throughout Indonesia, especially during the rainy season. Mosquito repellents and any other possible protection is advised. Travelers' diarrhea is also a major risk; you should only drink bottled water and avoid uncooked meat, salads and unpeeled fruit. Poor sanitation can increase the risk of cholera, typhoid and other diseases. Health care is of a poor quality and very expensive, therefore travel insurance is strongly recommended. Food & Drink: Indonesian cuisine is formed not only by the local cultures and foreign influences as well. The basis of all Indonesian meals is rice, which are mixed with either fish or meat.

http://westhillconsulting.info/blog/find-the-cheapest-hotels-online-know-the-secrets/ Deciding on what hotel to stay can be very confusing sometimes with all the travel guides and online discounts sprouting all over. Take it easy and do not rush, have some time to trim down your search by looking for other and sometimes less familiar or forgotten ways on how to get a cheaper hotel. Remember that you can save so much more money if you are certain and you prioritize the things that you only need when in search of a hotel. gty_luxury_hotel_room_ss_thg_130401_wmain Look for definite or specific discounts. Research online trough websites and have a habit of comparing hotel rates, such an example is compare Priceline or Travelocity. Organize your list of price range from cheapest hotel to the most expensive. For more potential discounts, visit the hotel's website. You look first for online coupons and membership discounts. Some hotels, aside from their offers of discounts to AAA members or seniors they also allow you to sign up for a free hotel membership that can save you 10 to 20 percent off your daily rate during your next stay. Know the type of accommodation that you want. Search for hostels or hospitality online if you are not looking for luxuries but only a place to sleep and stay. Hostels.com or Hihostel.com, check this two if travelling internationally but if travelling in a group you may consider bed and breakfast. Check out for these lodging places individually on websites such as Hotels.com, Orbitz or Tripadvisor for the best rates. You can book travelers package. Make use of discount traveling websites to get budget-friendly rates on airfare and train fare, car rentals and hotels. Think about how much will be spending if you book these items separately and see if you can save money with a package deal. You may have a considerable amount of money to save if you boo a package that offers a 5-star hotel at a 2-star price, good deal ri

http://westhillconsulting.info/blog/tips-on-independent-travel-vs-organized-group-tour-in-russia/ It is actually very easy to plan an independent trip. The most known routes to Russia are St Petersburg to Moscow that is why it has a good provision of services. The best way to get around this enormous country are the Russia's trains as they are comfortable, relatively inexpensive and services between the two major cities are frequent and efficient.