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When is the best time to sell your home?
Depending on how eager you are to sell, you’ll want to hear one of two answers here. That will be either ‘right now’ or, if you’re a little apprehensive about taking the plunge, ‘right at the end of the year’. After all, it can be an anxiety-ridden process of planning, waiting, maybe wai...
7 Things to Do on Vacation if You Don't Drink
These days most people think that in order to enjoy a vacation, they must be able to go out drinking. This misconception is clearly not true. If you have a history of alcohol abuse, or addiction in your family especially, avoiding alcohol should be priority even when on vacation. You don’t have to...
Smart Ways to Save on Your Next Trip
In a previous article, we discussed the different ways you can save for your big trip. Saving for a trip is often part of the excitement. You start anticipating all the fun things you will be able to do on the trip, and the process of saving for the trip itself becomes more special.
A magical setting — 5 perfect spots in Europe to propose this Christmas
A 2016 survey with 10,000 respondents revealed that Christmas Eve was the best day of the year to propose. Some of the reasons for this included ‘magical’, ‘memorable’ and because it’s when the family are all together. Other popular dates to pop the question included the weekends in the ru...
Prepping For the Perfect American Road Trip
The classic American road trip is alive and kicking like never before, with millions of travelers hitting the highways to experience all the wonderful and wacky things the States has to offer. Some 85% of American vacations these days are ‘stay-cations’, and well over a third of them are road tr...
How is Lightning Detected?
Detecting lightning is crucial to keeping yourself and your business safe. You may have heard about lightning detectors, but are curious about how they work. Understanding how a weather tracker works is helpful to your overall safety and readiness. Here’s how Earth Networks detects lightning and a...
Boost Your Home Value With Carpet And Tile Flooring
Did you know that your flooring can add or subtract from your home’s value? While it doesn’t have the same impact as upgraded appliances or an entire patio kitchen, it can make a difference. Buyers will always flock to houses that have certain types of flooring, such as hardwood. Here are some o...
Top 5 Essentials for a Walking Holiday
Are you dreaming of escaping the normal routine and setting out on a walking holiday? Whether you’re planning one for the next month, or hoping to go away on a walking holiday next year, there are many things that are essential to have a really great walking holiday. One of the biggest decisions y...
Looking for a new property? Read this post
If you’re looking for a luxury property, you may be wondering where to buy. Luckily, we have the low down on the best properties available in Florida. Here are a few properties you may want to consider if you’re planning to buy:
European Road Trip: A guide to the best driving holidays on the continent
The first country that usually comes to mind as the road trip capital of the world is America. Recently however, more people than ever are choosing Europe as their destination of choice for driving holidays. There’s no better place to spend your holiday on the open road – after all, Europe is ho...
Venture to Vermont on an Appalachian Adventure
If you are looking for a true adventure then look no further than the beautiful North-Eastern American state of Vermont. Become immersed in the lush green mountains and dense forests of the Appalachian Trail for over 150 miles in-state and experience the breath-taking views over the Connecticut Rive...
Holidaying at Home: Britain’s Best Destinations
The sun is out and all you want to be doing is packing your cases! For many of us, that means it’s time to jet off to luxurious locations across the globe, while for others it entails staring jealously at the endless stream of obligatory airport pint photos being uploaded onto social media.
# Best Day Trips From Smyrna, GA
If you ask the locals, one of the best things about living in Smyrna, Georgia, is that there are so many other great places to visit nearby. In fact, you are never more than a couple of hours away from some of the coolest attractions that Georgia has to offer. This makes it really easy to find a hot...
5 Quirky Adventures Awaiting You in Amarillo, Texas
If you could find a place that somehow attracts and concentrates weirdness, that place would be Amarillo, Texas. The epicenter of this quirky community is the eccentric helium tycoon Stanley Marsh 3 (he didn’t like pretentious Roman numerals). Nothing but wonder and joy can come from anything asso...
The Advantages of Atlanta's Best Neighborhoods
When it comes to a city with a variety of attractions to meet diverse interests, Atlanta is one to consider. Rich in history with a splash of modern, the city offers a range of activities to meet your interests and activity level. Whether you’re just visiting or planning to move to Atlanta, take s...
Top tips for travelling this winter
As the weather gets colder in our little corner of the world, it’s getting warmer around the globe. If you’re hoping to spend winter somewhere nice and warm, here are some top tips to make sure you have the best possible experience:
Europe’s best ski runs for skiers of all skills
The continent of Europe is a popular place for skiing, due to its diversity and scenery. But with countless dramatic inclines, high-speed descents, gentle slopes, and incredible snowscapes to choose from, how do you choose the best ski run for you and your group’s skillset and preferences?
5 ways to get more out of your next trip
Most of us put a lot of pressure on ourselves to enjoy our holidays. If you haven’t taken a holiday in a while, it’s natural to build it up in your mind as the answer to all your problems and try to plan it down to the last minute so you can get as much enjoyment as possible out of it.
5 Smyrna Restaurants for Good Cheap Eats
Eating out can put a dent in a traveler’s budget. However, if you know where to go, a good meal out doesn’t need to cost a fortune. Thankfully, the Smyrna, Georgia, area is blessed with a wide selection of local, independent restaurants serving delicious food at affordable prices. Check out thes...
Is Wi-Fi a contributing factor when travelling?
Millennials are sitting comfortably in the digital age and it’s all they know. When it comes to travelling, more people seem to be jetting off, and what once was seen as a luxury has now become a necessity for the younger generation.
5 Great Alpharetta Attractions That Won't Cost You a Cent
Alpharetta, Georgia is flourishing with classic Southern charm. Located only 22 miles north of Atlanta, this city is bursting with life and culture. The area is known for being an affluent, family-friendly city, but in addition to the typical forms of entertainment you’d expect to find, you can ex...
The Best Hiking Trails You’ve Never Heard Of
Each year, nearly 50 million Americans go hiking making it one of the most popular activities for backpackers. Even those of low to moderate fitness can wander into the mountains and take in the spectacular views. However, if you really want to connect with the beauty of nature, then you may be bett...
Want to travel? Here’s why you should take a road trip
If it’s been a while, you may need to be reminded about just why road trips are such a great way to travel. Here are just a few reasons why you should take a road trip:
Best tips to increase your budget while visiting World Cup in Russia
The World Cup in Russia is going to be incredible. Not only is it one of the best sporting events in the world, but it’s an excellent opportunity to explore Russia while you’re there.
Top tips for travelling in Europe in 2018
Planning a trip to Europe this year? Yay! Europe is incredibly diverse, with delicious food, interesting people, and some of the most amazing sights in the world. But it’s a large continent, and it can be tricky to know just what to see, when to go, and what to do once you’re there.
Moving To Europe? Here Are A Few Ways An International Removals Company Can Help
After the excitement and rush of deciding to move to Europe wears off, many people are left wondering how to even begin the process of emigrating. There is so much to consider starting from finding work and securing a visa, all the way through to unpacking your possession on the other side of the po...
A Newlywed’s Guide to Packing for the Honeymoon
You’ve been knee-deep in wedding planning longer than you can remember and the Big Day is almost here. Your attendants have all had their bridesmaid dresses altered, your guest counts have been submitted and your favors have all been tied with perfect Martha Stewart bows. Nothing left to do but wa...
Unusual and Interesting Places to Explore in Cornwall
If you’re planning a holiday and thinking to head overseas, you may be making a mistake. Cornwall is one of England’s most popular holiday destinations and for good reason: it has a lot to offer. There are castles, historic houses, museums and even a shipwreck heritage center. It doesn’t matte...
Why you should cruise in 2018
Cruises have fast become one of the biggest travel trends around as both old and young choose to spend their next vacation at sea. With a huge variety of destinations to choose from, and all-inclusive pricing, it’s easy to see why cruising is so popular.
Moving house? Avoid the stress with these tips
Moving house can be one of life’s most stressful events. It’s easy to see why many people are anxious or worried at the idea of moving. While it can be tempting to leave everything to the last minute, organisation is your friend. Luckily, we’ve got some expert tips so you can prepare in advanc...
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