During the World Tour
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How to book IRCTC Indian Trains online via 12go.asia as a Tourist
UPDATE July 2019 For the past few months, there has been another simple way to buy train tickets without going through the IRCTC website. It is 12go.asia (click here to go to the site) What you need to know about this site based in Singapore : It allows to buy only the 100 most popular trips in India (a priori they are the most popular trips for tourists too), the list of trips covered are here You choose your tickets and pay at 12go.asia. They then make the reservation with the Indian train system IRCTC (as an agency). Only when they manage to secure and actually book the tickets you…
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Digital Nomad: Assessment after 2.5 months in Morocco (Marrakech, Essaouira, Sahara Desert)
We just spent 2.5 months in Morocco! It’s the first time we’ve stayed so long in one country (since our departure around the world in June 2016). A small assessment is necessary. Why Morocco? Digital nomads often choose to flee the winter, because they can choose their destination and few people like the greyness and cold There aren’t many destinations where you can spend the winter in warmth, without breaking the bank. Between Asia and North Africa, the choice was very easy for me. I can no longer stand pollution in Asia, my skin suffers from it, and to find a more or less human face, I have to go…
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12 days of Road trip in Morocco (Marrakech, Essaouira, Agadir, Sahara desert): Itinerary, Budget, Practical Travel Guide, Advices
We just spent 2.5 months and loved Morocco. Even though I know that many people don’t have that much time to visit Morocco, I have concocted a 12-day program for you, inspired by our roadtrip with our friend Aurélien last Christmas. This duration is ideal for those who plan to spend the holiday season in Morocco. To view all our articles on Morocco, click here Itinerary: for independent travelers Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech. Visit of the secret garden, the Jemaa el Fna square and the souk. Dinner on the Jemaa el Fna square. Night in Marrakech. Day 2: Take the bus at 7:30 am to Ouarzazate. Ask the driver…
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Prepaid 4G SIM card in Portugal: how much does it cost? Where to buy it? What speed?
Contrary to our habits, we do not buy a SIM card when we arrive in Portugal. As we still have French phone subscriptions, we benefit from free roaming to call and connect to the internet. Cool! We have nevertheless taken some information to help you if you need it. Where to buy a SIM card at Lisbon airport? After picking up your luggage and going through customs, you will find yourself in the airport lobby. Look for the red Vodafone store Vodafone offers prepaid SIM cards for tourists. How much does it cost? In the Vodafone store, for 20 € you get : A SIM card valid for 30 days…
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Card N26: how to Request a Refund following a Hacking?
When we were in Turkey, I had the unpleasant surprise of being debited from a payment made in India . My n26 card has been hacked! For an amount of 221,09 € all the same! First good news: with the instant notification system of movements on your card, you can react quickly. The second good news is that the claims process works well and you can get a refund quickly. Here’s how to do it. Step 1: Lock the card At the slightest suspicion, you can lock your card temporarily on the N26 application (in the “card settings” menu). You can do this operation without any hesitation since this lock…
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What to Visit / Do in Istanbul (Turkey)? 12 Ideas for a memorable extended weekend
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Argentina / Chile: How to Withdraw Money and Avoid Bank Fees?
This article proposes you to use the Azimo solution to withdraw money in Argentina / Chile with reduced fees. If you wish to test this service at no cost and get 10 € free, it’s here. If you are planning to travel to Argentina or Chile, you will soon realize that Argentina or Chile isn’t exactly a cheap country. The cost of living is very expensive compared to other Latin American countries, especially with the high inflation there. It is also important to know that in Argentina it is very important to have cash, as there are very few places where you can pay by credit card. And that’s where…
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Prepaid 4G SIM card in Morocco: how much does it cost? Where to buy it? What speed?
At the airport, you will see stands of telephone operators, including INWI and Orange. Contrary to most airports, these stands are at the level of baggage retrieval and not afterwards. Maroc Telecom may be in the area but we did not see it. Here are the rates that we have noted at the airport of Casablanca : Orange : 10dh (1€) per Go – free SIM card (at the airport only, otherwise 50dh) Inwi: 10dh (1€) per Go – free SIM card (at the airport only, otherwise 50dh) At the airport, we chose Inwi, by feeling Not having any cash and since they don’t accept payment by credit card, we…
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How to take a cab in Marrakech (Morocco) without getting ripped off?
Having arrived in Marrakech a few days ago, we are gradually familiarizing ourselves with the means of transport. Our lodging being a little out of the center of the city and the bus passing nearby isn’t regular, we have to face our friends the cabs 🙂 And of course, with my European head and Anh’s Asian head, we are targets! It is known, cabs are one of the scourges of Marrakech, they refuse to put the meter to charge you at least 2x the normal price, sometimes much more. When we arrived at the bus station in Marrakech from Casablanca, the drivers asked us 70 dh to reach our accommodation.…
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50 Things to Know Before Going to Egypt – Travel Travel Guide, Budget & Addresses
We have just passed 12 incredible days in Egypt. We have noted a number of things to know to makeyour future trip to Egypt easier, whether you want to do as we do (i.e. opt for a 100% customized luxury trip), or in a backpack/roots, or on an organized tour. Before leaving 1. Don’t be afraid of insecurity provided that you limit your movements in tourist areas (and recommended by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs). It is a country that has lost a lot of tourists since the Arab Spring Revolution in 2011 and they are trying to boost tourism. The security is reinforced, everyone is aware of the importance…
