Scrubba Wash Bag - How to do laundry when traveling?

Where was the Scrubba when I was backpacking around Europe?! What an amazing travel accessory. This award winning travel washing bag works like an old fashioned washboard. You put your clothes into the bag, add water and washing powder and just scrub for a few seconds. Then repeat with clean water to rinse and hang up to dry!

No looking for Laundromats or using the hostel sink, no wasting money on laundry services when away from home, no lugging around your dirty laundry for days, and no breaking your back trying to do your washing in the hostel sink!

This compact travel washing "machine" weights only 150g, folds into almost pocket size and effectively washes a small load of washing in minutes. If you want to be even more efficient there is a Scrubba Traveler Kit which includes the Scrubba wash bag, Scrubba Travel Towel (microfiber so great for drying yourself and your clothes), a Scrubba Travel Clothes Line and a Scrubba Travel Bag to keep it all in. this is really compact and will not take up a lot of space in your backpack or luggage.

Who should use the Scrubba wash bag?

Obviously travelers who are on the go and want a fast, easy and cheap (free after the initial purchase of the bag) way to do their washing. Campers and backpackers will love this and I dare say also collage students on a budget! It would also make an excellent gift to give to young travelers off on their first backpacking adventure. A great "bon voyage" gift!

The Scrubba wash bag can be bought online and worldwide delivery is included in the price. This is an investment for all future travel and an innovative and useful travel tool for all travelers.

Review: Garden Inn & Suites, JFK, New York

The Garden Inn and Suites is located in Jamaica, Queens, New York just 2.5 miles from JFK Airport and conveniently located within 3 miles of Resort World Casino, Green Acres Mall and the train station to New York City. It is also 7.5 miles from LaGuardia Airport and 5 miles from Gateway Shopping Center.

The Garden Inn website is extremely helpful with guides about the surrounding area, things to see and do as well as recommended restaurants in the area. You can use the Garden Inn's website to plan your spare time while staying at this great inn.

The Garden Inn & Suites has several outstanding features especially for business people:

·         The convenient location both close to the airport and close enough to the city center to reach it easily.

·         The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle from JFK Airport.

·         The Garden Inn is pet friendly.

·         The hotel location means you have easy access to entertainment and restaurants.

·         The hotel rooms are elegantly furnished.

·         The hotel newsletter Full Bloom (sign up on the website) will provide you with updates and promotional deals.

·         There is free wireless access throughout the hotel.

·         The fitness room is open 24/7 which is perfect for business people on the go.

·         The business center is open 24/7.

·         There is an ATM and a gift shop in the hotel.

For those just stopping briefly in New York the Garden Inn's airport shuttle, location minutes from the airport and business amenities make it an easy choice for business people as well as those looking for a quiet haven in the Big Apple.

Check out the Garden Inn JFK.

Site Review - Life in Norway

Life in Norway is written by David a Brit living in Norway, he shares with us his insights, experiences, tips and photos of his experiences in Norway. The site is extremely professional with a clear aesthetic layout and it covers a wide range of topics. On the landing page you can go to popular articles like an interview with Startup Norway and "26 things I learned from a year in Norway". He also lists useful links to travel blogs and sites about Norway. There are gorgeous high quality instagrams (photos) of Norway.

Life in Norway can tell you about getting a job in Norway, studying there and learning the language. For travelers the site is extremely useful, not only are there your usual city guides, reviews and travel tips but this site will add a myriad of other dimensions to your experience in Norway. The site really shines in its diversity covering all aspects of Norwegian life (food and wine, music, news, sport etc) and sharing the point of view of an expat. What is great is that the site doesn't just cover the usual tourist routes – it's not just Norway in a Nutshell – it's all of Norway!

Life in Norway is a highly informative and professionally presented site it is a must read for those planning a visit to Norway and to others interested in understanding the country and its people better.

Travel Coupons

you may not know but it is possible to get travel coupons just like you get for the supermarket only these ones can't be cut out of a magazine. You can get travel coupons for discounts on flights, hotels and vacation packages online. On the usual coupon sites like CouponGirl, Retailmenot, Redflagdeals and Dealsguide. Just google Travel Coupons and you will find many coupon sites offering travel deals at a discount. Perhaps the most obvious to try is Travel Coupons.com and Hoteldeals.com. The most important things to check before going to the trouble of printing up coupons are:
1. Expiry date of the coupon.
2. Can you access the travel site from your country.
3. Is there any small print or conditions to take into account.

Cheapest Summer Vacations

You can get the cheapest summer vacations is you fly in the last week of the summer school break. Most parents don't want to go away the week before kids return to school as they want to buy books, get things organized and get the kids back into a routine. So because there is less demand the prices drop for hotels and flights. Of course it is still a lot cheaper if you travel when the kids are back at school and if you can bring yourself to keep your kids out of school for the first week of the new term then this is a great time for finding bargain flights and hotels.

Japan it UP! - a unique look at Japan

Japanitup.com is the site of an American expat living in Japan, the blog covers his adventures in getting to know the country, its people, language, traditions and sites as well as the crazy and weird side of Japanese culture. You'll find the site is not only entertaining but will be useful to travelers visiting Japan especially as it is from the viewpoint of a foreigner who knows Japan well. There are posts which can advise you on things like "9 things to bring when traveling to Japan" and "Q&A: Working in Japan, no bachelors degree?" There are also post which are charmingly entertaining like the post on dating in Japan. Other posts are more serious like the ones covering the Japan 2011 tsunami and earthquake.

The site Japanitup.com gives a unique and current commentary on Japan from an insider's perspective. One of the best things about this site is the incredible photos, I love the candid shots of Japanese J-Pop fashions. If you want to contribute to the blog your personal experiences and viewpoint about Japan then Japanitup.com welcomes you to make a guest post. You can also find information here about learning Japanese.

Japanitup.com is a must-read for those visiting or moving to Japan and to those interested in an up-beat current look at the land of the rising sun.

Urlaub mit Hund - Pet friendly Vacation accommodation in Germany and Europe

For German speakers this is a site which will help you plan a vacation with your dog! That's right, the site highlights vacation accommodation in Germany and the rest of Europe where animals are not only tolerated but welcome! Villas, apartments and hotels which are geared towards animal lovers so that you can spend some quality time with your pet on vacation. If you are looking for this kind of site and don't speak German then just use Google translate.

Review - RaiYai Thailand Business Directory

RaiYai is a website specializing in all things Thailand and especially real estate, the site covers accommodation, restaurants, nightlife, attractions, shopping and tours in Thailand with over 784 listings. This Thai business directory will help you find whatever you are looking for in Thailand whether it is in Bangkok or in one of the lesser known regions.

This is a great site to use if you are looking for accommodation either short or long term in Thailand and also if you want to invest in property in Thailand. The listings and detailed descriptions of the properties on offer are extensive. What really makes this site unique is the comprehensive coverage of the property market in Thailand, they include all forms of accommodation and businesses. The listings include cottages, resorts, houses and even shopping centers and cafes!
On each property listing you can see the region, area, type of property, whether any offers have been made, the address, get contact information and there is even a star rating system to help guide you. The listings also include photos, videos, maps and a description of the property. Other information includes the special features of the property, when it was built, nearby amenities and the vibe of the place.
Another unique feature of RaiYai is that they are not simply a booking site which doesn't give full information or list all properties. They are also not a real estate agency which would recommend only properties they represent. RaiYai is a directory, with no vested interest in what you choose to purchase, RaiYai simply lays before you all the options for you to pick and choose what interests you in Thailand. They then redirect you to the appropriate sites. They list all properties, throughout the entire country of Thailand whether the property is rental, for sale or in the development stage.

In the RaiYai blog there are informative articles on a number of related topics which could really help prospective buyers or travelers to Thailand. For example: Riding and Renting Motorbikes in Thailand and 5 Warnings Before You Buy Property in Pattaya, Thailand.

If you are interested in investing in Thai property, renting or selling property in Thailand RaiYai is for you. Also if you are searching for a business use this useful Thailand business directory.