Travel Lifestyle

Author: Hannah Leigh

Everything You Need To Know About Traveling With A Drone
Whether you’re one of these newfound drone nomads, or you’re traveling with a drone for the first time, there are a few things you should know before traveling with your drone.

Here’s everything you need to know about traveling with a drone and flying in a different country.

Top Tips For Traveling With A Drone

Invest In A LiPo Bag

Drones usually use LiPo batteries, and LiPo batteries are well known for spontaneous combustion, but don’t let this put you off your drone!

Get yourself a LiPo bag to store your batteries in, and even if something does go wrong, at least you’ll stop a fire from breaking out.

Choose Your Drone Wisely

Some drones are more practical for travel than others. You’ll want to look for a drone that’s not just packed with awesome features but one that’s lightweight and compact.

Easy transport is the goal here. Whether some disassembly is required or it just folds up like a transformer, for travel less is more.

Size and weight may not seem all that important if you’re travelling on a plane, but imagine backpacking with an 8 pound beast – you’ll thank me later.

Keep It Close

Drones can be a little on the expensive side of things. So take it in your carry-on bag.

If you’ve ever seen how checked luggage is mishandled and tossed around behind the scenes, you’ll understand why you wouldn’t want to put your drone through that. Airlines now prohibit you from checking anything with lipo batteries anyway, so if you leave your drone in your checked luggage, you might have it confiscated.

Protect Your Investment

A padded camera bag may do the trick for your carry-on, but if you have to check your drone, then you will want to take some extra precautions.

There are purpose-built hard cases that will offer the best protection. Just get a case that’s specific to your drone to ensure sure a nice snug fit – so no sliding and bouncing around during transport.

Be prepared

Most consumer drones will give you anywhere from 6 to 25 minutes of solid flight time per charge. To make the most of your trip and ensure you never waste a second, follow these tips:
- Always take spare batteries
- Never head out without your batteries fully charged
- Bring appropriate chargers – USB, car and wall chargers to keep your bases covered. Most importantly, for the wall chargers, ensure the plugs are correct for the region you’re traveling to.
Extra batteries and chargers are all well and good, but other things can go wrong. The fact is, drones are as easy to crash as they are to fly. So you’ll want to be prepared with some basic tools and spare parts.

Nothing too fancy – extra propellers and guards, as well as a small screwdriver and some duct tape. This sort of thing will do the trick in most cases.

Beware of cold climates

Like people, drones don’t do too well in below-freezing temperatures. Take special care to keep your batteries warm so they won’t drain prematurely. Be alert and monitor your drone closely in the air as it could lose power mid-flight and yes, fall out of the sky. Yikes!

Each drone has a different limit when it comes to what temperatures it can cope with, so check the specs of your drone before flying anywhere too cold, or even too hot.

Universal Drone Etiquette – Keeping Out of Trouble

Drone flying is all fun and games until someone gets hurt or authorities get involved. Follow these guidelines to stay on the straight and narrow and keep out of trouble.

Know the Laws of the Land

No one needs their 15 minutes of fame to be on “Locked Up Abroad”, so be sure to know the drone related laws in the country you’re traveling to, and stick to them!

Drone laws vary from country to country, so you’ll need to do your research before each trip. Don’t worry it’s not as complicated as it sounds, a simple google should find you the answers you need. And just like any other laws, flying and photography laws are there to protect you as well as the safety and privacy of others.

So it’s in your best interest to know your rights and boundaries as both a drone pilot and a photographer. In other words, be educated on the issues that affect you and be smart about how you use that knowledge.

Don’t be an arrogant fool who thinks they’re above the law or invincible. You may get charged a hefty fine if you’re lucky or worse end up in jail.

The most universal rules for drone use are to stay clear of crowded public areas, avoid private property and airports. So when in doubt, these are the general rules of thumb.

Airport Etiquette

I mentioned before the importance of keeping your drone close and protecting it on the plane, but beyond that, you need to consider airport security. They can also be a major pain, but remember they’re there to protect.

Don’t be stubborn or make a fuss. Answer all their questions and be open to doing a little show and tell. Batteries are usually the main concern so keep them separate for quick and easy inspection.

Be Considerate of Others

Be mindful of others and stay clear of crowded places. Respect people’s privacy and personal space as a courtesy.

Beyond common courtesy, there is also a matter of safety. Remember you will be held responsible and liable if your drone harms any person or property.

Respect Mother Nature

All lives matter – not just people. So be sure to look out for our critter friends. Many animals find drones unsettling at least and threatening at worst. Their reactions range from attacking to retreating – basic fight or flight instinct. So be sure to keep a safe and respectful distance.

Prepare a Flight Plan

Admittedly, there are going to be times when you take to the air spontaneously. But if you want to be extra safe, have a flight plan in place.

Whether you have a drone that’s smart enough to let you actually map out your path before even taking off, or you flight plan just involves a quick mental note of where to fly. Any plan is better than no plan.

With a set course you can avoid obstacles, power lines and areas with significant radio interference that can affect drone communications. Ensure you have a lot of wide-open space to recover in the event of signal loss.

Here are some useful apps to help you plan a safe and lawful flight.
- AIRMAP – Provides low-altitude airspace advisories, create flights, manage aircraft & more
- Flighttrader24 – Shows real-time aircraft flight information on a map
- Hover – Provides no-fly zone maps, flight logs, weather data, and industry newsfeed
- UAV Forecast – Weather forecast, GPS satellites, solar activity, no-fly zones, and flight restrictions
Now you have all the tools you will need to stay out of trouble. All that’s left for you to do, is to start having some fun.
01/27/2018
The Best Drones For Travel In 2018

If you’re planning on traveling with your drone, you want a drone that’s right for you and easy to travel with. Read on for tips on what to look for in a travel drone, and which are the best on the market right now.

What to look for in a travel drone?

A few years ago, if you wanted to buy a drone, there were only a few options, so the decision was easy. But now, there are thousands of different drones, of all different sizes, with all different abilities.

It can be hard to know what you should actually look for in a drone, but here are some of the must-have qualities that you want to look out for when buying a travel drone.

Portability

If you’re taking your drone all over the world with you, then first and foremost you want a drone that’s portable.

There are some drones that you’d need a whole extra suitcase for, but ideally you want to travel light. If you’re taking your drone on adventures, and on long treks, you don’t want to have to lug around a huge one. Ideally, you want one that fits nicely in a rucksack, or even better, in your pocket.

The idea with a travel drone is that it enables you to see even more of your destination, so you don’t want one that you can’t take out and about with you. Otherwise, you’ll be sat in your hotel room flying it, without actually getting out there yourself.

Drones are fast becoming more and more portable, so it’s not unreasonable to expect to find a lightweight, and portable drone, regardless of your budget.

Image and Video Quality

This is almost as important as portability. If your drone is only capable of taking fuzzy and blurry pictures and videos, you’re not going to bother taking it anywhere with you.

I’d suggest going with a drone that’s capable of recording in at least 1080p. With this sort of quality, you’ll still be impressed by the footage, and you should be able to get a drone of this quality fairly cheaply.

Even 4K camera drones are becoming more accessible and affordable though, so if you can, go for a 4K drone. You won’t regret spending a little extra for that impressive quality.

As well as the quality of the actual footage, a drone with a gimbal camera is what you really want. Otherwise, you’ll have bumpy and unstable footage. So if you can, make sure you get a drone that keeps the camera stable to ensure smooth filming.

Intelligent Flight Features

If you’re just using your drone as a selfie drone, you don’t really need to know anything about intelligent flight features. But if you want to make the most of your drone, and take it on every adventure possible, and capture every shot you can, then you NEED to look at these advanced features before buying.

If you normally pack your travels with extreme adventure sports like skiing, snowboarding, kayaking, mountain biking, anything like this, then ideally you want your drone to have active track. This is where your drone locks focus on you, or another subject, and follows them, keeping the camera fixed on them or you.

Beginner pilots will especially want to look out for intelligent flight modes when buying a travel drone. Some drones offer flight modes where you don’t even need to pilot it at all. So you can have fun and sight-see, whilst your drone circles something that you’ve set as a point of interest, or follows a flight path that you’ve drawn.

The Best Travel Drones Of 2018

Here’s a list of the top drones to take on your travels. All of these are portable, super high quality, and come with intelligent flight modes. And don’t worry, there are drones to suit beginners as well as advanced pilots.

1: DJI Mavic Air

DJI’s new release, the Mavic Air, is already a big hit. It’s everything that any avid traveller could want. The Mavic Pro was already a top choice, and one of the best drones on the market, but somehow the Mavic Air is even better!

Quality-wise, it’s just as good as the Mavic Pro, with a 3 axis gimbal and 4K camera. You can even use it to create sphere panoramas! A photography trick that is incredibly impressive. Basically it’s the smallest drone with such good quality.

Plus any previous drone flyer will know how annoying it is when drones don’t have enough internal storage, but the Mavic Air comes with 8GB of internal storage, so even without a memory card you can record amazing videos.

It’s been made more compact than ever. When folded it’s only 168 mm long and 83 mm wide. Even the controller folds up, and has removable joysticks so that it’s virtually indestructible when packed away and on the go.

As for intelligent flight modes, it’s got it all. All of the intelligent flight modes that DJI is so well known for are of course present in this new drone. From the beginner friendly TapFly (literally just tap on the screen where you want the drone to go) and SmartCapture (where you gesture at the drone to get it take pictures and videos), to the more advanced flight modes like ActiveTrack and QuickShot. It really does have it all.

Weight: 430g

Dimensions:

Folded: 168 x 83 x 49 mm (LxWxH)

Unfolded: 168 x 184 x 64 (LxWxH)

Camera Specs: 4K Video Resolution / 12MP still resolution

Flight Time: 21 minutes

2: DJI Mavic Pro Platinum

Not as portable as the Mavic Air, but still one of the most compact drones on the market today and certainly one of the most notable. It offers great performance and image quality in a small package.

Folded up, this machine is not much bigger than a soda can and easily fits in a small carry-on bag. It’s a traveler’s dream drone.

Easy to use features, obstacle avoidance and automated flight modes make this a good fit for the average Joe. You don’t need to be a professional photographer or drone pilot to have fun and get some great shots. It comes with a great controller that’s easy to use, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced drone flyer.

One quality that this drone has that makes it more desirable than many other drones is that it’s quiet. Drones can be embarrassingly noisy, like a loud and annoying swarm of bees. But the Mavic Pro Platinum is so much quieter. This makes discreet flying a little easier.

It also has the longest flight time out of all our favourite camera drones. It’s not often that you find a consumer drone with 30 minutes of flight time, so for drone enthusiasts this is definitely a big deal.

Weight: 734g

Dimensions: 83H x 83W x 198L (folded)

Camera Specs: 4K video resolution

Flight Time: 30 Minutes

3: DJI Spark

A mini drone that packs a hell of a punch. Perhaps the second most portable pick on the list, it fits in the palm of your hand and can easily slip into your jacket pocket.

This is the only drone on the list without 4K video support, but its 1080P quality is still pretty good. You could say it’s a fair trade off for the extra portability and cheaper price. Given this caveat however, this isn’t recommended for the professional photographer.

Weight: 300 g / 0.66 lbs.

Dimensions: 55 x 143 x 143 mm / 5.6 x 5.6 x 2.16 in

Camera Specs: 12MP | 1080P 30 fps | 1/2.3″ CMOS

Flight Time: 16 min

4: Yuneec Breeze

This little number is a good budget option, with a 4K camera, a selection of automated flight modes and all for about a quarter of the price of the DJI Mavic Pro, this drone is quite a deal.

It sounds perfect, but there is one major issue to bear in mind – you won’t enjoy the stabilization you would get from the DJI drones.

The Breeze makes up for its lack of control by providing features like selfie, orbit, follow me, auto landing and return home modes. These automated flight modes will capture smooth footage effortlessly, so you don’t have to worry about your piloting skills, or lack thereof.

Weight: 385 g / 0.85 lbs.

Dimensions: 65 x 196 x 196 mm / 2.56 x 7.7 x 7.7 in

Camera Specs: 13MP | 4K 30 fps | 1/3.06″ CMOS | 720P live view

Flight Time: 12 mins

6: PowerVision PowerEgg

If you think other drones attract attention, wait until you see this one. Shaped like – you guessed it – an egg, this drone is definitely unique. It opens up like something from outer space, so it’s definitely a conversation starter.

A 360 degree range 4K camera makes for stunning panoramas, while its stabilization and automatic flight modes makes for smooth and easy excursions.

It also comes with a traditional RC style remote, as well as one that looks a little like the Nintendo Wii wand. Pretty cool, right?

It’s small enough to fit in your carry-on, but it is still heavier than any of our other top picks, weighing a hefty 4.6 pounds.

Weight: 2100 g / 4.63 lbs.

Dimensions: 272 x 176 mm / 10.7 x 6.9 in

Camera Specs: 14MP | 4K 30 fps | 1/2.3″ CMOS | 360 Panoramic

Flight Time: 23 min

7: GoPro Karma Drone

The GoPro Karma Drone is a huge hit with those that are already GoPro fans. But for everyone else, perhaps not so much.

Unlike most other drones in its price range, it doesn’t come with a camera. Instead the idea is that you use whichever GoPro you already have, or buy a Karma Drone and GoPro package (which obviously makes it more expensive).

But, it does have some pretty cool intelligent flight features, like follow me, return to home, and even their passenger app, which lets someone else watch your flight and control the GoPro.

The controller it comes with is also one of the best controllers out there. It has a built in screen, which saves you having to use your phone, and the controller is so easy to use.

The Karma isn’t the most portable of drones, being quite a lot bigger than the DJI drones, but it does fold up, and it comes with a hard shell carry case that can be worn as a rucksack.

One of the biggest selling points of the Karma Drone is that it comes with the Karma Grip. Stabiliser grips on their own can be several hundred dollars, and they’re fast becoming a popular photography accessory. The stabiliser grip secures the GoPro in a gimbal that keeps your video footage smooth, regardless of what you’re doing.

Weight: 1006g

Dimensions:

Folded: 365 x 224 x 89 mm (L x W x H)

Opened: 303 x 411 x 117 mm (L x W x H)

Flight Time: 20 minutes

01/26/2018
Why Every Digital Nomad Needs A Camera Drone

For any avid traveler, recording the journey is almost as important as the experiences themselves. As a result, the camera has always been a nomad’s best companion. From disposable cameras, camera phones, GoPro’s and DSLRs, we’ve now entered the era of the drone.

But if you need a little more convincing that a drone is the perfect travel accessory, here are the top reasons why every digital nomad needs a camera drone.

Get a Bird’s-Eye View of Your Destination

Drones offer a whole new perspective, so you can see your destination not just from the ground, but from the skies, looking down. This kind of view never used to be possible for the average person, unless they somehow managed to charter a plane or a helicopter. And none of us have the money to dothat.

Capture spectacular aerial shots with your drone and take in the view from every angle. Let’s face it, everything looks a little cooler from the air.

Flexible Shooting Options

Another great benefit of having a drone is that you can capture incredible videos, as well as photos. Off-the-wall selfies, breathtaking scenery, cinematic videos and stunning panoramas.

One thing’s for sure, there are way more angles and opportunities when filming with a drone than with a regular camera.

Some drones today come equipped with intelligent flight modes that allow for unmanned flight, to follow its pilot or even track an object or point of interest, creating awe inspiring footage with ease.

Get Your Bearings

The chances are, even if you’re already a drone owner, you’ve never once thought about using a drone this way. But if you think about it, what better way to pinpoint your location and get your bearings back on track?

Imagine losing your way in a forest – just send your drone up to find the trail or a landmark. Ideally you would want a drone that can send live feed to your smartphone for this purpose.

Make New Friends

As popular as they are today, drones are still a fascination for most. Whether it’s because of their price tag or because they’re just not that mainstream yet, there are always going to be people that drones are out of reach for. So be prepared to get some attention when you pull out your flying machine.

You never know, you might even meet fellow drone flyers, which could lead to hours of interesting conversation, exchanging tips and advice on tricks and top drone flying locations.

There’s the potential to make money with your drone videos

What most people don’t realise is that anyone that captures amazing drone footage could easily be making money from those videos.

Become a drone nomad and upload your videos to sites like YouTube or even stock video sites. With ads, affiliate links, or downloads, whichever route you decide to take, there’s money-making potential. So you can fund your travels with your travel videos!

Your travel videos will be much more interesting

Normally, when anyone puts on a slideshow of their travel photos, everyone smiles and nods along with the occasional ‘oh wow’, whilst they secretly try to suppress their yawns.

But when you’ve got a video of some exotic location, filmed from 100 meters above ground level, people are going to be genuinely interested and intrigued. Drone videos can be really impressive pieces of cinematography, even if you’re only an amateur drone flyer.

Drones can even be lighter than digital cameras

If you normally travel with your digital camera, you’ll know how heavy they can be, especially if you’re got different lenses and pieces of kit. A drone can often take better pictures and videos than even the most high-end digital cameras, and what’s more, they can be lighter!

This is obviously dependent on the drone you choose as your travel companion, but many of the latest drones, like the Mavic Air, can film in 4K, and fit right in your back pocket.

01/26/2018
What Are ‘Drone Nomads’ And How Can You Become One?

Traveling with a drone, or even becoming one of these new age ‘drone nomads’ opens up a whole new way of travel.

Read on to discover exactly what a drone nomad is and how you can become one.

What is a drone nomad?

We’ve probably all heard of the term ‘digital nomad’, but if not, a digital nomad is someone who travels the world, earning money to do so either passively or using the internet. Someone who isn’t tied to any specific place, and can make money on the go, from anywhere in the world.

But lately the term ‘drone nomad’ has been popping up. So what and who are these drone nomads?

Basically, drone nomads are those who spend their days traveling with a camera drone as their companion. So wherever they go, they can capture not just what they see before them, but also the view from way up above – the view that most people can only dream of seeing.

But more than that, drone nomads can be considered a type of digital nomad. How so? They publish their drone images and videos (mainly videos) online, on their own sites or on sites like YouTube and other social media platforms. In doing so, they build up a following of drone fanatics and travel addicts alike.

And as any online entrepreneur will know, the larger the following, the higher the potential for profit.

So lots of drone nomads actually fund their travels by making use of their drone footage.

Why would you want to become a drone nomad?

If like me, you’re already sold on the idea of this high-tech drone version of the digital nomad life, then the chances are that you don’t need any reasons why this way of life is one of the best.

But if you’re still not sure and it all sounds a bit ridiculous, traipsing around the globe with a flying camera, here are just some of the reasons why this could be the perfect lifestyle choice.

You get to see the world

People are starting to realise that travel is one of the best things you can ever do. It makes you a better and more well-rounded person, and it can even contribute to your success.

Becoming a drone nomad means you get to live a life that is centred around travel. You can go on exploring the furthest corners of the world, and if you want to get all cliche, bettering yourself, potentially indefinitely.

There aren’t many lifestyle choices that offer you complete freedom to do and see everything you want. But drone nomads have the world at their fingertips.

You master a new skill

Drone flying and drone videography might sound like good fun, and it is, but it’s also a skill.

You need to learn how to fly your drone, and like any skill, the more you do it, the better you’ll become.

What use is it being able to fly a drone? Once you’ve flown one drone, you’ll feel confident controlling any other drone. You could even go on to become, dare I say it, a master of drone flying, which opens new doors like racing and competition opportunities.

Plus, learning a new skill is a great way to develop and boost your brainpower. If you want to know the science behind it, mastering a new skill basically makes the myelin (white matter) of your brain more dense, which in turn makes you a faster learner.

New brain cell growth can also help slow cognitive ageing, making dementia and Alzheimer’s disease less likely as you grow older.

You make money doing what you enjoy

There aren’t many jobs out there where you can make money just walking across a sandy beach, or paragliding down from a mountain. But by monetising your drone videos, any adventure or activity you undertake can be filmed, and can be used to top up your bank account and fund new adventures.

You can capture truly interesting travel videos

Let’s face to, most of the time when someone shows you their travel photos, you’re bored beyond belief.

You don’t want to see a picture of your Grandad in speedos, or a selfie of your friend with a cocktail you wish you were drinking.

But when you whip out your drone travel video, suddenly you’ll have people’s attention and an avid audience. Who doesn’t want to see a flyover of a tropical rainforest or an exotic beach?

You can view the world from a new perspective

When you visit somewhere new, you’re amazed by everything, right? Everything is new and exciting and it’s one of the only times in life when you get to experience childlike wonder as an adult. The scenery is different, the food is different, even the toilets are different!

With a drone, you can take that novelty and excitement to a whole new level. Think of how exciting everything at eye level is. Now imagine you’ve got al that AND the view from the sky as well.

You’ll see things you would never have seen otherwise and you can even experience your drone videos through VR goggles, and pretend you’re actually flying over your destination.

You’ll meet new and interesting people

Having a drone is one hell of a conversation starter. If you pull out a shiny and futuristic looking flying contraption, people are going to stop and talk to you.

So if you’re traveling solo, this is great! You’ll meet tons of people, make new friends from new places, and you might even find a few like-minded drone flyers, with tips on the best places to fly.

There’s never a dull moment

Being a drone nomad is no boring office job. There’s no sitting around waiting for the day to end. The day begins and ends when you say it does. And the day consists of exactly what you fancy doing.

You’ll become a part of the ‘new rich’

The new rich are those with income streams that mean they have all the time in the world to spend doing what they enjoy. Time is fast becoming the most valued currency, and by becoming a drone nomad, you’ll technically be able to class yourself as part of this ‘new rich’.

How can you become a drone nomad?

First thing’s first, f you want to become a drone nomad, you’re going to need to buy yourself a drone (one with a camera). And of course, you need to travel the world with, otherwise you’re just a drone owner.

Once you’ve found yourself a trusty camera drone companion, and you’ve set off on your travels, it’s up to you to take the best photos and videos you possibly can. You want to capture everything!

The more footage you have, the more you can do with it, and the more material you have to attract people with.

So you’ve got your drone, you’re well into your travels, and you’ve got memory cards full of great drone films, but what now?

Now you need to DO something with your them. Edit them if need be, and turn your amateur footage into a cinematic piece of art. Make each clip flow smoothly to the next, apply effects if you want to, and what really transforms a drone video is music.

Find the perfect piece of music to play in the background of your video. Something that screams excitement and adventure. And if you really want to take it to the next level, get the music to coincide with the pans and zooms of your videos.

Of course if you’d rather not edit though, there’s nothing that says you can’t upload the raw footage for a more authentic flying video. It’s all about personal taste!

Once you’re happy with your drone videos, try publishing them on YouTube and social media sites. People love drone videos, and you’ll soon build up quite the following.

To make money from your drone footage, monetise your videos with ads and affiliate links to the drone you’re using and other relevant products.

You can even monetise the experience of flying drones. If you have a website, write blog posts detailing flights you’ve had, drones you’ve loved and hated, and even flying tips and tricks.

Follow all of these steps and you’ll be able to class yourself a drone nomad in no time.

01/25/2018
7 Reasons Why Bangkok Is A Must-Visit Destination

Picture this. You’re cruising down a river and on either side, you’ve got boats full to the brim with fresh tropical fruits, local food being cooked, handmade gifts sold and ready-to-drink coconuts awaiting you. Welcome to Bangkok.

Thailand’s capital is a truly unique place, full of character and beauty. It’s the largest of the Thai cities, however, its managed to maintain its quite remarkable historical traditions still. From enormous city skyscrapers, grand palaces, temples and floating markets, to the general hustle and bustle of life, these are just some of the reasons why Bangkok is a must-visit destination.

1: The floating markets are a must-see

The floating markets in Bangkok are an incredible experience for any traveller, you need to make sure you visit one whilst you’re in the city.

There are a variety of markets to choose from, but each one is full of life. If haggling and shopping isn’t your thing, you can enjoy the experience by doing a guided tour instead.

The most popular floating markets in Bangkok are Damnoen Saduak, Klong Lat Mayom, and Amphawa.

2: You can explore Bangkok’s rivers in more ways than one

The rivers in Bangkok are great for many more reasons than just the floating markets. The rivers also play an important role in transport around the city – boat taxis and high-speed tours can take you around the city, and show you some of the city’s sights from a slightly different angle.

3: You can experience traveling in a Tuk Tuk

On dry land, your method of transport has to be a Tuk Tuk (a three-wheeled taxi). They look bizarre. In fact, they are bizarre. But the experience of riding in one is not to be missed. Just hold on to your valuables! It’s a hairy experience, zipping in and out of the dense traffic.

4: Bangkok is full of history and culture

Bangkok is a city bursting with colour and culture. And the best known cultural sights are Wat Arun (otherwise known as the Temple of Dawn), near the Grand Palace, the Palace itself, and Wat Phra Kaew (the Temple of the Emerald Buddha). Thailand is full of amazing temples, but these are the best and most popular.

Wat Arun is a stunning temple with huge ornate towers made up of colourfully decorated spires. Standing majestically over the water, it makes a great photo opportunity. It’s also directly opposite Wat Pho, the home of the impressive ‘reclining Buddha’ – a buddha measuring 46 metres long and covered in gold leaf!

Just along the river is the Grand Palace, the former home of the Thai King which was built back in 1782! It’s now probably Bangkok’s most glorified and visited landmark. The sheer beauty of it will impress even the most travelled visitor. The architecture and intricate detail are incredible, and you can lose yourself in the cultural sculptures and temples that flow within.

Lastly, Wat Phra Kaew is a 14^th century Emerald Buddha. It’s regarded as the most sacred Buddhist temple in all of Thailand and is home to the famous Buddha image that is precisely carved from a single block of jade.

5: You can visit the tallest building in the country

Back in the city, to enjoy a breath-taking view, you need to visit the famous Sky Bar and Hotel. It’s the tallest building in the country, standing 88 stories high, and provides a fantastic view of the entire city. At the very top, there’s a 360-degree rotating viewpoint. Not to be missed! It’s particularly impressive when the sun is going down.

6: Bangkok is one of the happiest cities in the world

It’s easy to see why Bangkok is a popular tourist destination. The people are very friendly, the weather is incredible, and the city has a unique mix of beauty and character. The locals are in fact known for their friendly, polite and helpful nature. Thailand is popularly known as ‘Land of Smiles’.

7: It’s a city full of bargains

Bangkok is also very cheap! There are many bargains to be found in the markets and shops (especially if you’re good at haggling!), and the general cost of food and amenities is much lower than most European countries. Don’t be afraid to haggle and negotiate the price of things when you are buying them. It can be good fun, and you won’t regret it afterwards, when you head home with a suitcase full of bargains!

To sum up…

It is a city that has so much to offer, from astoundingly beautiful temples and exciting historical sites, to world famous food and exotic wildlife (who doesn’t want to get up close and personal with an adorable elephant??).

Regardless of what you enjoy and your reason for visiting, Bangkok has something for you. And if you are looking for places to go on holiday, it’s definitely worth going to see what all the fuss is about…

12/14/2017
Top Reasons Why You Should Visit Cape Town

Imagine looking out of your plane window and seeing huge stately mansions, the beautiful vastness of the ocean, imposing white cliffs, an iconic mountain range poking through the clouds and the sun glinting off the beach. Arriving in Cape Town makes that dream a reality.

This is Africa at its best. It’s easy to see why millions of people visit the South African city every year. Simply put, it has it all: beaches, gardens, mountains, harbors and waterfronts, wine lands, islands and wildlife.

6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Cape Town

1: You can visit one of the New 7 Wonders of the world

Cape Town has a lot to offer, and its highlight sights are spectacular. Let’s start with my favorite, Table Mountain. It’s the iconic mountain that looms over the city and harbor. It’s also one of the New 7 Wonders of the world.

Hiking Table Mountain is one of the best things you can do when visiting Cape Town. There are a few different routes, from one which is suitable for all fitness levels to some more daring and difficult climbs.

Then there’s also Lion’s Head and Devil’s Peak, which offer harder climbs, but views that are just as impressive. From the peak, you’ll be able to see the entire city, the ocean, the famous cricket stadium, the royal gardens and more. And if hiking isn’t for you, you can get a cable car up and down, so you can soak up the views and save your energy.

2: There are beaches galore

If beaches are what you’re looking for, Cape Town has plenty. Your options include Clifton’s four beaches, Llandudno’s beach on the Atlantic seaboard, Fish Hoek’s swimming beach, and the beaches at Cape Point. Any of these beaches are bound to blow you away with their stunning landscapes, and they’re all perfect for lazy beach days.

Or if you’re feeling more adventurous, Cape Town’s beaches are perfect for water sports like jet skiing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding – you name it!

3: You can watch penguins lazing on the beach

It’s not just people that enjoy the beaches of Cape Town, it’s the local penguins too! Cape Town is home to the famous Boulders Beach. Why is it famous? Because 3,000 penguins live there. It’s a bit of a drive from the city centre, but it’s definitely worth it. Just think of the Instagram picture!

4: The city is packed full of sights and history

The V&A Waterfront is the tourist centre of the city, and for good reason. It’s the city’s hub of activity. It’s where you’ll find some of the city’s best cafes, restaurants and shops, as well as popular tourist attractions like the aquarium, boat trips, crazy golf and more.

The city also has a brilliant city bus tour route if you want to capture the sights in one go. Camps Bay, Sea Point, Hout Bay, Kirstenbosch and the Victoria and Alfred (V&A) Waterfront are all en route and each is definitely worth visiting.

Kirstenbosch is where you’ll find the impressive botanical gardens, and from here you take a boat to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. And if you’re feeling more daring, you could do a great white sharking diving trip instead… Warning – it’s not for the faint hearted!

5: The city is perfect for wine-lovers

Cape Town is one of the only cities in the world with a city wine route. If you’re a wine fan, this is not to be missed. Why wouldn’t you want to spend a day exploring the famous wine lands which produce bottles of wine sold all over the world?

There’s a day-long tour that takes you from vineyard to vineyard, allowing you to sample the different and diverse flavors of South African wine. It’s a long day, but worth every minute! And you might just go home feeling even jollier than when you started!

6: Wildlife is everywhere

Wildlife is everywhere in Cape Town. At various points in the city you can find seals, penguins, baboons, flamingos, rock hyraxes (which look like a weird mix between a squirrel and a rabbit), and lizards. And, if you head out on a boat, keep your eyes peeled for whales, sharks and a wide variety of exotic fish.

How to spend the perfect day in Cape Town

If you only had one day to spend in Cape Town, here is how I’d spend it. I’d start with an early hike up to the top of Table Mountain, before it gets too hot, take the cable car back down, enjoy the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, before heading to the Waterfront to watch the sun go down and sample the local food and wine.

Cape Town is a must for all travellers. Aside from its incredible beauty, there is so much to see and do. Whether you want to experience the wilderness of an African safari, spend your day drinking the famous wine, watch some cricket in the Sun, or build up an appetite by hiking the mountains, Cape Town can offer it.

12/14/2017
A Guide To Gay And Lesbian Travel In Istanbul

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Turkey is a beautiful place to visit whether you’re going alone or with your partner. And in Istanbul especially, there are so many sights to see and perfect memories to be made. However it’s one of the places that people are often concerned about visiting. Political and religious elements often mean that safety concerns are raised. So if you’re a gay or lesbian traveller, it makes sense that you want some reassurance before heading to Istanbul. You want to see the world, but you also want to travel without worrying about being yourself.

How safe is Istanbul for the LGBT community?

Homosexuality isn’t illegal in Turkey, in fact, it was first legalized in 1858 in the Ottoman Empire. In the Turkey we know today, homosexuality has been legal since 1923, and the country even offers asylum to those LGBT people who have fled their home countries. As for transsexuals, people have been legally allowed to change their gender since 1988. So in terms of the legality of homosexuality and trans-sexuality, LGBT members will have the protection of the law.

Given the legal and social context, it’s unlikely that you will find openly gay-friendly casinos in Istanbul or anywhere else in Turkey. If you’re interested in LGBTQ+-friendly establishments or events, you may want to explore the LuckyTigerSlots.com LGBTQ+ scene in Istanbul, which includes bars, clubs, and community organizations. Keep in mind to research local laws, customs, and safety considerations.

However, the laws regarding discrimination in Turkey aren’t quite so modern. There are currently no laws preventing people from discriminating against the LGBT community. However, there have been legal debates on the topic, so hopefully these laws will be brought in fairly soon.

However, despite homosexuality and trans-sexuality being legal, there are still those with backwards views, and so there have been reports of violence towards LGBT people.

In order to maximise your safety whilst in Istanbul, it’s important that you stay in the city centre, and well known areas, travel in groups, and just generally remember your common sense. It’s also worth noting that whilst homosexuality is legal, it’s advised not to be too publicly affectionate (whether you’re gay or straight). Even simple things like kissing on the lips in public aren’t generally the done thing in Turkish culture.

Whilst there has been the odd incident of discrimination, whether violent or otherwise, that’s not to say that Istanbul isn’t a safe place for gay and lesbian travellers to visit. Turkey is one of the more liberal Muslim countries, and plenty of people have spent time in this Turkish city and experienced nothing but kindness and warm welcomes.

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I spent just over a year in Turkey, and honestly, it was amazing. My adventure started when I chose to study abroad with the Erasmus+ study mobility program, and the second I arrived in Turkey, I fell in love with the country, its culture and its people.

Most people only visit Turkey for a week or two, or in some cases three weeks, but believe me when I say that’s not enough. If you want to experience everything Turkey has to offer, from the historic sights, to the beautiful architecture, and fully immerse yourself in the different culture, you need a lot longer.

Plus, the gay scene in Turkey is actually huge, and if you want to explore and discover everything the LGBT community has to offer in Turkey, it’s worth spending at least a few months there.

I traveled alone to Turkey, and there were plenty of other gay individuals and singles, and I even found the love of my life during my travels there. The point is though, that even though I traveled alone, openly gay, which would have made me vulnerable in many other places, I’ve never felt safer and more at home than I did in Turkey. In fact, I even plan on moving there to live one day.

A lot of people are surprised at how accepting and open-minded the Turkish people are when it comes to homosexuality and diversity. It’s somewhere you can truly be yourself.

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Gay friendly places to stay in Istanbul

Every city has its different areas, and some of areas of Istanbul are more suited as gay travel destinations than others.

Beyoğlu is the best area to stay if you’re a gay or lesbian traveller. It’s one of the more liberal areas, it’s super gay-friendly, and it’s where you’ll find the best gay and lesbian bars. Around the Taksim square area is the same.

Gay and lesbian nightlife in Istanbul

Turkey is packed with beautiful landscapes and cities full of history. What makes it even better is that it’s actually a great destination for gay and lesbian travelers.

When you finish sightseeing, you can relax or enjoy the nightlife in Istanbul. There are plenty of gay bars that have the friendliest atmosphere, and most of them are some of the trendiest places you’ll find in Istanbul.

Chianti Bar

Address: Hüseyinağa Mahhallesi. Balo Sokak No:31 Kat:2/3, Beyoglu. İstanbul, 34300 Beyoğlu, Turkey

Opening Hours: Monday: 3pm-2am, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday: 11am-2am, Friday-Saturday: 11am-3am,

Chianti Bar is a cafe by day and a bar by night. This gay-friendly bar has a nice atmosphere and friendly staff. It gets busy by early evenings, but that just makes it one of the best places to meet new people.

This is the sort of bar that once you’ve visited once, you won’t hesitate to head back there again. It’s the perfect bar to make new friends, enjoy refreshing drinks, or even a bite to eat whilst you relax during the day.

Tekyon Club

Address: Cihangir Mahallesi, Sıraselviler Cd. No:63, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey

Opening Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

Tekyon Club is the biggest gay club in Istanbul. It gets crazily crowded on weekends, but then you go to clubs to have fun, right? And the more people in a club, the more fun you’ll have and the more amazing people you’ll meet.

There’s great music, amiable staff, and no entrance fee! In short, Tekyon Club is wild. It’s a place for wild dances and crazy people. Head to this club if you want some truly unique memories of Istanbul’s nightlife.

Arjin Café

Address: Evliya Çelebi Mahallesi, 34433 Beyoğlu/Istanbul, Turkey

Cozy, liberal, calm environment and friendly staff – that’s what you’re in for at Arjin Cafe. It may not be a club, but it’s a good place to head to if you prefer to socialize during the day. It’s gay friendly, and it’s super cheap to eat or drink at.

Bigudi Cafe

Address: Şehit Muhtar Mahallesi, İstiklal Caddesi Mis Sokak Altın Plak No:5, 34435 Taksim, Beyoğlu/Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Turkey

This café proudly holds the title of the first exclusively lesbian venue in Turkey. Plus, it’s perfectly located on the terrace on the top of the building. This place has been transformed into a cultural center where only women are allowed to enter.

Doors open around 10pm, and then the night really starts. A night out at Bigudi Café isn’t just a wild night out, but a real experience.

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12/08/2017
8 Literary Pubs In London: Top Spots For Book Lovers To Catch A Drink

You want to explore London’s culture and history, but at the same time, it’s quite tempting to check out London’s pubs instead, am I right? But what if I told you can do both at the same time? Here are some of London’s greatest literary pubs, so you can grab a drink at what used to be some of your favourite author’s locals. Many of these pubs were frequented by Charles Dickens, as it turns out, he had a fair few locals!

If you want to see more literary attractions in London (other than just pubs I mean), check out our list of the top literary attractions in London.

1: The George Inn – Southwark

Coaching Inns used to be the norm, but now the George Inn is the last one that’s still in service. This pub dates back to the 16^th century, and has been visited by some of the greatest names in literary history.

William Shakespeare often popped into this quaint little pub for a drink, and Charles Dickens even mentioned it in Little Dorrit.

As well as being a place of literary and historical interest, it’s also a really nice pub to stop at, with a friendly and warm atmosphere. There are plenty of tables in the historic building, or if you’d rather take your drink outside, there are plenty of benches where there once would have been horses and carriages.

2: Pillars Of Hercules – Soho

A literary pub with a literary name. Charles Dickens was a fan of this pub, and mentioned it in his novel A Tales Of Two Cities. In appreciation of the mention, one of the side streets by the pub was renamed Manette Street, in honour of the story’s Doctor Manette.

The modern writer Ian McEwan has also visited the pub, so it’s good spot to stop for a drink, if you want to drink at the same pub, perhaps even sit at the very same table as some of your favourite writers.

3: The Duke Of York – Fitzrovia

This is the pub that inspired Anthony Burgess’ popular dystopian novel, A Clockwork Orange. Burgess and his wife saw a razor gang’s invasion and violent outburst in the Duke Of York, and it was this horrific event that sparked the horrowshow story line of his most popular novel.

4: The Fitzroy Tavern – Fitzrovia

This pub is such a literary location that it even as a writers and artists bar downstairs. Plus, George Orwell and Dylan Thomas were both regulars at this pub. So you can imagine, this corner pub gets pretty busy, with creatives keen to grab a drink at the writers bar.

5: The Flask – Highgate

This pub is a must-visit for any fans of the Romantic. It was frequented by Romantic writers including Mary and Percy Shelley, Lord Byron, and John Keats. Even Karl Marx was known to stop off here every now and then for a drink.

6: The Grapes – Limehouse

A pub visited by many different authors, and mentioned in a handful of famous novels, including in the Sherlock Holmes books, and in Oscar Wilde’s The Picture Of Dorian Gray. Charles Dickens liked it here, but then it seems he liked it in many pubs across London.

7: The Dog And Duck – Soho

This is a great pub with a real local feel, and it was one of George Orwell’s favourite public houses (he, like Dickens, enjoyed drinking at a range of pubs).

The pub is now owned by a chain brand, but they’ve done their best to keep the Victorian décor as it would have been, so you can sip a not-too-badly priced drink whilst stepping back in time.

8: Dickens Inn

This literary pub may not have the same literary history as many of the other pubs on this list, but it was opened by Dickens’ grandson. When he formally opened the Inn he said that his grandfather would have loved it.

It’s a popular place to drink, and is even known as a tourist spot, thanks to its ideal location beside the River Thames and historical atmosphere.

12/08/2017
9 Literary Attractions In London That Every Book Lover Should Visit

London is a city that’s inspired so many novelists and poets over the years, and now it’s a city that’s packed full of literary attractions, making it the perfect destination for any book lovers.

Here are some must-see literary attractions in London. Walk in the footsteps of your favourite authors, stroll through the settings of your favourite books, even drink in the same bars as some of the biggest figures in literary history.

If you want to explore London’s literary history whilst grabbing a drink though, check out our article on London’s greatest literary pubs.

1: Shakespeare’s Globe

For any Shakespeare fans visiting London, this is a must-see. Whilst it’s the not the original globe theatre, as that was destroyed by a fire in 1613, the modern reconstruction is styled on the original, and is bound to throw you back in time.

Located on the South Bank of the Thames, the area surrounding the Globe has an amazing atmosphere. There are buskers and street artists all around, markets to browse and quaint little cafes and restaurants where you can grab a bite to eat.

As for the Globe itself, if you can, catch a performance of one of Shakespeare’s plays. It’s unlike any theatre you’ve been to before. In order to keep the Globe authentic, as it would have been in Shakespeare’s time, the general admission area has no seats, and is instead a large standing area. Standing to watch a play might sound a little tiresome, and it might not be the most luxurious of theatres, but it’s definitely an experience. Plus, you’ll be as close to the action as you can get, with actors taking the performance off the stage and into the crowd.

Don’t worry though, if you don’t fancy standing, you can always pay a little more the circle seats. This is where the more wealthy families would have sat to watch Shakespeare’s plays.

If you don’t have the time to fit in a play at the Globe, it’s still worth a visit. You can still see some of the globe, and explore the Shakespeare shop.

2: Sherlock Holmes Museum

Whether you’ve read Conan Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes books, or you’ve just seen the film and television adaptions, the Sherlock Holmes Museum is the perfect place to visit.

The museum is located, of course, at 221B Baker Street (the world’s most famous address), so you can visit the actual home of the world-famous fictional detective.

There are life size wax works of Sherlock Holmes, and rooms showcasing some of the adventures of Holmes and Watson. You’ll have the chance to step into a recreation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s world, and do some deduction of your own.  And you won’t be disappointed with the souvenir shop either!

3: The British Library

Any book lover will want to visit the world’s largest library, The British Library. There are over 150 million items catalogued from all over the world, some as old as 4,000 years old. There are even original copies of Beowulf, The Canterbury Tales, Jane Eyre and so much more.

Whilst you can’t explore the entire library, as much of it is underground, it’s still an impressive sight to see. As soon as you walk in, you’ll spot the six-story glass column in the middle of the library, containing 65,000 of some of the library’s oldest and most important items.

4: Keats House

This house, where John Keats once lived and wrote Ode To A Nightingale, is just across from the Keats Museum.

You can attend one of the many literary events and exhibitions held here, or if there’s nothing on on the day of your visit, there’s an impressive collection of items that give a little insight into Keats’ life. From Keats’ letters, to the engagement ring he gave his fiancee, there’s plenty for you to see and discover.

5: The Garden Squares Of Bloomsbury

Open, green spaces offer a welcome break from London’s mostly urban environment. And the Garden Squares of Bloomsbury are one of the most idyllic green spaces London has to offer, especially for literary fanatics and aspiring writers.

The Gardens are famous for being the meeting place of many writers and artists in the 1920s and 30s, in fact it was the meeting place of the famous Bloomsbury Group. Several famous writers also had homes around the gardens. You can enjoy the beautiful gardens and the fountain plaza, and walk in the footsteps of famous writers, including Mary and Percy Shelley, Virginia Woolf, T.S Eliot, John Maynard Keynes and many more.

Because of its rich literary history, you’ll often find people relaxing in the park with a book. It’s the perfect place to sit and read, if you have a spare afternoon.

6: Platform 9 ¾, Kings Cross Station

Harry Potter fans from all over the world come to visit the real-life location of Platform 9 ¾, so if you’re in the area, it’s definitely worth a visit.

You can pose with a trolley, that’s half disappeared into the wall, and shop until you drop at the Harry Potter shop there.

7: Charles Dickens Museum

The Charles Dickens Museum is located at Dickens’ old house, and gives visitors the chance to step back into time to the Victorian era, to Dickens’ time. The rooms are reconstructed to how they would have looked when Dickens lived there, and you can explore his library, and discover the books that inspired him.

You can also listen to the audio guide, and learn more about Dickens, his stories, and the Victorian era.

8: Poet’s Corner, Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey is a sight to behold in itself, but if you want to satisfy your love of literature whilst visiting this beautiful landmark, head to the Poet’s Corner in the South Transcept of the Abbey.

Here you’ll find Chaucer’s tomb, and floor stones commemorating writers including Ted Hughes, C.S. Lewis and Philip Larkin. There are also carved stone monuments, and figurative busts in memorial of writers and poets.

9: Highgate Cemetry

Cemeteries are obviously a fairly morbid place to visit, but this one is worth it if you want to pay your respects to some key figures in history. Some of the tombs and graves are fairly ornate as well.

You can see the graves of Karl Marx, Henry Gray, and George Elliot, and explore the graveyard that is so often mentioned in films, TV shows, and books.

12/08/2017
If You Want To Travel Indefinitely, You NEED To Become A Member Of The ‘New Rich’

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The meaning of the word ‘rich’ is changing. It’s no longer about who owns the fastest car, or who has the biggest house, or even who has the most money. The ‘New Rich’ are those with so much time that they don’t know what to do with it.

The phrase ‘New Rich’ is being thrown around a lot lately, but what does it actually mean? Basically, the ‘New Rich’ are those living the lifestyle that so many of us dream of, a lifestyle where more time is spent enjoying life than working.

These entrepreneurs aren’t necessarily rich in terms of money, in fact the major difference between the ‘New Rich’ and the ‘old’ is that this new type of wealth places more importance on the currency of time. Having more time and less money might sound like the equivalent of being unemployed, but actually, the idea behind living this new and rich lifestyle is working smarter, rather than harder.

Books like ‘The 4-Hour Work Week’ by Timothy Ferriss explain the benefits of ‘being productive instead of busy’, and it’s advice like this that’s inspired this new generation of rich. The ‘New Rich’ tend to focus their time on building passive or remote incomes, so that they can decide on the hours they work, and spend the rest of their time doing and enjoying things that really matter.

Why the ‘New Rich’ lifestyle is perfect for those who want to travel

The whole point of the ‘New Rich’ lifestyle is that you have more time to spend doing the things you enjoy (like traveling!). So with all the time in the world, and a passive income topping up your bank account every now and then, you’ll be all set to travel the world.

There’s no limits! No job you have to get back to, and as long as you’ve got a laptop and access to the internet, the idea is that you’ve got access to some form of remote or passive income.

Is the ‘New Rich’ lifestyle the future of happiness?

It’s not just traveling that becoming this new version of rich is good for, it’s your overall health and happiness. Think about it, how often are people in the workplace diagnosed with stress or depression? All the time! People are overworked, underpaid, and stressed out to the max. And worse than that, they’re spending their entire lives in a job that they usually hate, and wasting precious moments that could be spent with the ones they love, or doing something that makes them happy.

The ‘New Rich’ lifestyle doesn’t sacrifice happiness for money, instead, it finds the perfect balance. So yes, it is the future of happiness, and possibly the answer to battling depression and stress.

Can anyone join the ‘New Rich’?

Part of the beauty of this new concept of wealth is that literally anyone could pursue it. As long as you’re willing to put in the time and effort to learn how you can work smarter, building a remote or even a passive income has never been easier.

The only trouble is that the ‘New Rich’ lifestyle is probably pretty different to your current lifestyle. Difference might be what you’re looking for, but taking the plunge into uncertainty in the hope of changing for the better can be a scary process. Quitting your day job, learning something completely new and hoping that you’ll somehow build a self-employed income. It’s not for the faint hearted. Most of those who now consider themselves a part of the ‘New Rich’ had to make drastic changes to get where they are today.

And because it’s not easy to make changes, and discover an entirely new way of living, unfortunately it’s a lifestyle that most people will never experience, probably for lack of trying. Working hard in a position of employment is the path laid out by society, and so inevitably, it’s the path that so many stumbled down without a second thought.

How to become a member of the ‘New Rich’

Becoming a member of the ‘New Rich’ isn’t about receiving an invite, or getting membership, it’s just about making your life, and your working life, better and smarter. As soon as your earnings aren’t dependent on hours and hours of you slaving away each day, you’ve technically made it.

But how can you get there? To start with, if you’re slaving away in some dead end job, quit it. Or at least start planning your escape on the side.

You need to start learning about how you can build a passive income, and that means reading, maybe taking courses, and of course there’s a certain amount of trial and error involved.

As well as learning the logistics and method of building a passive income and taking back your own time though, you also need to be motivated and inspired to keep going with it.

Remember the reasons why you want to make these changes, and even if you’re not earning as much as you once were (you might struggle to make money to begin with), stick with it. You’ll soon be one of the richest people in the world, even if you’re not a millionaire.

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12/07/2017