Category Archives: Travel Tips

A First-Timer's Guide to Traveling Solo

A First-Timer’s Guide to Traveling Solo

Solo travel can be very rewarding. Not only does it allow you to travel exactly the way you want, it often leads to an internal journey and an awareness that you’re capable of more than you thought. Making the leap from group to solo travel can sometimes be scary, but with these tips you’ll be a seasoned solo traveler in no time.

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Staying Safe When Backpacking Around West Africa

Staying Safe When Backpacking Around West Africa

The region of West Africa is attracting an increasing number of tourists each year, and the amount of travellers that will frequent this diverse and eclectic landscape is expected to rise into the near future. Some of the most stricking aspects of West Africa are the disparate climates, the unspoiled natural scenery and the wide variety of cultures. as with any foreign region, safety should always be a concern and while many will consider West Africa to be a relatively friendly region for most types of travel, a few key tips can help make any journey both enjoyable and stress-free.

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A Day of Delicious Meals in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

A Day of Delicious Meals in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Playa del Carmen, the popular tourist destination located on the Yucatan peninsula of Mexico, was not all that long ago a sleepy fishing village. But over the last several decades, it’s somehow retained much of its ‘insider’s secret’ charm even as developers have turned it into a hot spot for Canadians, Europeans and surprisingly late to the party, their closest neighbors- Americans, who have only really started to explore beyond the ‘manufactured’ Cancun relatively recently. Today let’s take a little food tour and highlight some of the very best dining experiences to be had there-a single day of delicious food in Playa del Carmen.

But before we go foodie on you-we’ll talk a little bit more about this very special Mexican gem of a town.

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Must-Try Foods in the Caribbean

Must-Try Foods in the Caribbean

The Caribbean is full of culturally-rich islands each with their own unique offerings, especially when it comes to food. While there are hundreds to thousands of delicious dishes that can be found throughout the destination, some standout as must-try meals worth the visit alone. Here are Tripify’s picks for the top meals to try in the Caribbean.

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Culinary Guide to Brazil

Culinary Guide to Brazil

For those traveling to Brazil, you’ll be happy to know the country is home to some of the world’s most delicious dishes and cocktails. Much of its culinary influence stems from African, European and indigenous influences, with commonly used native foods being cassava, guaraná, açaí, cumaru and tacacá. While the dishes typically eaten begin to change as you travel to the different regions of the country, here are a few delicious dishes to be on the lookout for.

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Tips for Dealing With Culture Shock

Tips for Dealing With Culture Shock

If you arrive to a destination and immediately feel culture shock, remember that you’re not the only one who has felt this way. It’s a perfectly normal reaction to a foreign place and culture. However, it’s important to understand how to cope with your emotions and not let them get in the way of enjoying your trip. The next time you’re feeling culture shock, use the following tips.

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6 Things to Do in Every City You Visit

6 Things to Do in Every City You Visit

When visiting a new city, you usually have an itinerary of sites and attractions you hope to visit. That being said, there are certain experiences you should add to your to-do list regardless of where you are visiting. To help you enrich your next trip, here are six things to do in every city you visit.

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Tips for Finding the Perfect Travel Souvenir

Tips for Finding the Perfect Travel Souvenir

One of the most difficult decisions when traveling is trying to find the perfect travel souvenir for your loved ones. You spend hours browsing local shops, many times just throwing in the towel and buying 20 shot glasses to pass around. Next time, keep the following tips in mind to help you find the perfect travel souvenir.

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