Posts for travel hacks

The Future of Global Getaways & The Top 5 Travel Solutions for Modern Explorers

Travel Blog, Travel Tips - Ross French - September 3, 2024

Traveling the world has never been easier, but with so many new tools and solutions, it can be tough to keep up. For today’s globetrotters, staying ahead of the curve means embracing the latest trends and technologies that make traveling smoother, safer, and more enjoyable. From tech-driven tools to innovative travel hacks, here’s a look at the top travel solutions that are transforming the way we explore the globe. Continue Reading

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The Worst Vacation Ever

Destinations, Travel Blog, Travel Tips - Ross French - May 2, 2013

worst month for mosquitoes in dominican republic

How to survive standing in the mud and battling mosquitoes in the Dominican Republic (that may or may not carry malaria)

If you’re planning a trip to the Dominican Republic, there’s one thing you might want to prepare for—mosquitoes. On a particularly ill-fated vacation there, I learned this the hard way. Not only was it one of the worst trips I’ve ever been on, but it also cost me more than any other holiday. While I won’t go on a full-blown rant about the experience, let’s just say it was rough—my boyfriend got sick, then I got sick. The only highlight of the trip was an off-road adventure to Damajaqua Cascades—also known as the 27 waterfalls near Puerto Plata. Luckily, it was also the one day neither of us was ill, which made it even more enjoyable. Continue Reading

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