{"id":12639,"date":"2016-11-09T12:20:28","date_gmt":"2016-11-09T10:20:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.pricecheck.co.za\/?p=12639"},"modified":"2016-11-10T08:46:40","modified_gmt":"2016-11-10T06:46:40","slug":"7-travel-hacks-for-your-next-vacation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/7-travel-hacks-for-your-next-vacation\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Travel hacks for your next vacation"},"content":{"rendered":"

The vacation season is nearly upon us! In order to make the most of your well-deserved holiday, here are a variety of practical travel hacks \u2013 have a safe and unforgettable trip!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Packing<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    It’s best to roll up your clothes, instead of folding them, when packing your suitcase<\/a>. A vacation is your time to let the stress of the year melt away, but you\u2019re not off to a great start if you\u2019re panicking because you can\u2019t fit everything into your bag. By rolling up the majority of your clothes, and packing them in first to form a solid base, you avoid the \u201clast-minute cram\u201d.<\/p>\n

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    1. Preparing to travel on an aeroplane<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Once you\u2019re at the airport, you\u2019re going to need your vital documents such as your ID and\/or passport and boarding pass close, at hand. If you keep them all in a bag, you\u2019re going to be fumbling through it every few minutes; rather, wear a jacket<\/a> or trousers<\/a>\u00a0with deep, zip-up pockets, so that you can easily find them, when needed.<\/p>\n

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      1. The essential tool for camping<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Camping is the perfect way to experience nature at its best. However, this does mean that you will be at the mercy of the elements \u2013 so you need to be prepared.<\/p>\n

        It\u2019s worth investing in a Leatherman<\/a> multi-tool; firstly, it\u2019s durable, lightweight and compact. Secondly, it has a variety of attachments that will aid you in difficult situations.<\/p>\n

        Here are some other camping<\/a> essentials that will help you to have an enjoyable experience.<\/p>\n

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        1. Keeping the kids occupied on long trips<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Kids get bored quickly, especially during long trips. Consider buying a gadget to occupy them; a tablet<\/a> is great. Choose one with lots of memory \u2013 you can load it up with their favourite programmes, giving them hours of entertainment.<\/p>\n

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          1. Extending your cellphone\u2019s battery life<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Dim your screen brightness and turn off Bluetooth! The combination of a vibrant screen and an enabled pairing function, is ideal for watching videos, but it devours your cellphone<\/a>\u2019s battery life. If you have to keep your phone on you, follow these 2 tips and you\u2019ll be able to conserve your \u201cjuice\u201d for when you really need it.<\/p>\n

            Here are more top tips that will conserve your cellphone\u2019s battery life<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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            1. Invest in a travel fridge<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              On long road trips, you need to stay hydrated \u2013 there\u2019s nothing better to \u201cwake you up\u201d than a bottle of ice-cold water; but those ones you bought and the convenience store are probably warm by now. A travel fridge<\/a> is your saviour! It\u2019s ultra-portable, making it perfect to keep on the back seat.<\/p>\n

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              1. Clear the cache<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                You may find the cheapest flight you saw the other day is more expensive now. Don’t worry, it has nothing to do with the browser on your laptop<\/a>. It’s\u00a0because travel sites can track your behaviour \u2013 and capitalise on it! Always clear your browsing history before searching for a flight; make sure you include cache and cookies.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                The vacation season is nearly upon us! In order to make the most of your well-deserved holiday, here are a variety of practical travel hacks \u2013 have a safe and unforgettable trip! Packing It’s best to roll up your clothes, instead of folding them, when packing your suitcase. A vacation is your time to let<\/p>\n

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