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A practical guide to traveling with friends

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Image source: Pexels.com  Going on an adventure with friends can be an opportunity to strengthen the bond while enjoying a new place. On the other hand, without coordination, it can also be a stressful time. Dealing with different interests, preferences, and moods can make or break a trip. With the right preparation, a vacation with friends can be a good one. Here’s a practical guide to surviving a trip with friends. Jessica Leonard. Plan together Having a pre-trip meeting is necessary. It is an opportunity for everyone to share what they want and what they can give for the trip. Setting expectations, designating roles, and planning transport and accommodation should be done weeks before the trip. So much can happen during the trip, and it would be great if the whole gang stays on the same page. Jessica Leonard. Assign tasks Image source: Pexels.com  Each friend has something they’re good at. Designating roles will lessen the burden that one or two people i...
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Three tips for improving travel blog content

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Writing about one's travels can be a rewarding experience. Travel blogging, while it's fun, also requires its author to consider the readership. Long-time bloggers share some ways fellow travel bloggers can make their content more engaging. Jessica Leonard. Keep the narrative short and sweet. Famous travel blogs are usually image-heavy. While good writing is still essential, bloggers must be aware that not all their readers are willing to read long paragraphs to know whether one place is worth visiting. Sharing short anecdotes, descriptions, and even captions will sustain the attention of readers. Jessica Leonard. Post high-quality photos and videos. If the photos don't capture the beauty of a place, the readers will not take an interest in the rest of the entry. The pictures in a post should also have variety. Instead of posting just selfies in popular spots, upload visual content that shows breathtaking nature, sumptuous food, and even cultural traditio...
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How tourism can thrive during coronavirus

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In most—if not all—countries, the tourism industry is an important sector. But the COVID-19 pandemic has the majority of the world’s population locked up in their homes to prevent the further spread of the virus. With imposed travel bans and canceled flights, the tourism industry is bracing for impact. Jessica Leonard. Image source: apec.org Image source: awareimpact.com Many countries pride themselves as tourism hubs. The travel industry is one of the few industries that can jump back on its feet following natural and man-made disasters. However, in the case of the coronavirus outbreak, where unnecessary travels are forbidden, the tourism industry may need to change its game plan for quicker recovery. Promoting travel packages during these times will seem inappropriate, given the realities of the pandemic. Jessica Leonard . While resilient, the tourism industry is one of the first industries to absorb the impact of an economic setback. The best thing a travel...
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