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Archive for November, 2012


Whether you’re on a vacation or a business trip, it’s not unusual to bring your laptop along for the journey. Your laptop is one of your most important possessions. It contains work information, personal information, family photos, and much more. It’s how you access the Internet and how you get things done. Losing it would be inconvenient, to say the very least, and expensive.

When you’re travelling with your laptop, it’s a good idea to take extra precautions to keep it safe and protect it from damage or theft. There are also some things you should keep in mind that will just make your trip easier. Here are some tips for travelling with your laptop.

Backup Your Data

If you aren’t already backing up all of your data, you should start now, especially before a trip. If you lose your laptop, you don’t want all of your important files to go with it. Before you leave, backup all your data on an external hard drive that you leave at home. An even better idea is to use a cloud storage system, so that you’re able to continually backup your data and access it from anywhere with an Internet connection if needed.

Laptop Tracking

As an extra measure of precaution, you may want to pay for a service that using GPS tracking to locate your laptop if it is stolen or lost. Computrace technology will help you recover your laptop, and some options are LoJack for Laptops, MyLaptopGPS, and Absolute Software’s Computrace.

Storage and Protection

Your laptop should have its own separate bag. You should not store your laptop in your luggage, especially your checked luggage. A sturdy bag that fits the size of your laptop and carries its accessories is the best way to go. It should be lightweight, easy to carry, and marked with your name and phone number inside. You can also purchase skins for your laptop, just like you can to protect your smartphone. A silicone skin can help protect your laptop if its dropped. You should also purchase a laptop lock to deter thieves.

Airplane Travel

Most airlines will allow you to bring one carry-on and one personal item. A laptop bag is considered a personal item, so you can bring it separately from your carry-on baggage. When going through airport security, you’ll need to take your laptop out of its bag and place it in its own bin. It is safe for a laptop to go through an airport scanner; it won’t be damaged. If you need to go through a metal detector, however, ask that your laptop be checked by hand instead.

Using Your Laptop

If you’re travelling abroad, find out what type of adaptor you’ll need for your laptop’s power source. You can also find multi-adaptors if you’re going to be travelling to more than one country. Always make sure you log out of your accounts after using your laptop, and avoid doing personal banking or activities involving personal information on public Wi-Fi connections.

Caroline Jones is a travel agent and business professional.  She travels around the world on business trips and recently spent time at a Bahamas vacation resort.

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A Caribbean gem, Dominica is a destination, for active adventurers in search of diving, kayaking and an abundance of other thrilling excursions. The majority of visitors to this island are attracted by its lush landscapes and scenic surroundings.

Dominica is also a top destination for eco-tourists who enjoy bird-watching, hiking and in depth exploration of the Caribbean’s natural beauty.

Throughout the island, the top activities for visitors are typically somewhat spaced apart in terms of distance. While on holiday in Dominica, if you wish to fully explore the picturesque beauty of this mountainous island, locating a reputable car hire company is essential.

Getting Around

Many of the national car rental brands have offices here. Locally owned establishments are also available for visitors wanting to rent a car. USNews.com states, “We recommend renting a car and preferably, one with four-wheel drive, as the roads get quite bumpy. You’ll need to buy a driving permit, about a $11 USD cost, available at rental agencies and the Traffic Division office in downtown Roseau. Though the island is relatively small, attractions are spread out, and the winding roads make for long and oftentimes nauseating drives. Proceed with caution through the mountains and over the many potholed streets, and remember to drive on the left.”

Top Island Attractions

Scott’s Head Pinnacle
Searching for an incredible dive site in Dominica? A top island attraction for experienced divers of intermediate and advanced skill levels, Scott’s Head Pinnacle is one of the best sites in the region. The dive here starts at 10m directly at Swiss Cheese, a rock formation.

During this underwater adventure, you will discover the Pinnacle, a breathtaking swim through which drops off into a volcanic crater. Home to an assortment of marine life, expect to see soldier fish, lobster and grunts during your exploration of Scott’s Head Pinnacle.

photo from Cabrits National Park in Dominica

Trafalgar Falls
Positioned on the edge of the Morne Trois Pitons National Park, this destination is fairly easy to get to on the island. At the base of Trafalgar Falls, you will encounter a pristine natural pool for swimming. So aside from comfortable walking shoes, don’t forget to bring a swimsuit.

Boiling Lake
If you are a hiking enthusiast, you will certainly want to experience the natural beauty of Boiling Lake. Instead of attempting this challenging 3+ hour hike on your own, drive to the town of Laudat and make arrangements for a local guide upon arrival.

As you journey down the trail to the lake with your guide, you will see the Journey of Desolation, a rain forest destroyed by a volcanic eruption in the 1800s. At the end of the trail, when you reach the primary destination, experience the majesty of the world’s second largest actively boiling lake. A must-see site, Boiling Lake is also located in the National Park.

Additional Activities

When it’s time to explore the incredible attractions scattered throughout the distinctive region, a car hire will certainly come in handy for any traveler.

Apart from the must-see sites above, Dominica offers countless other activities for active tourists. With companies offering zip line tours, river to ocean kayaking, off-road excursions and river tubing safaris, this island nation will not disappoint.

This has been a guest post from Skedaddle, who can help you plan out your next vacation with the assistance of a car. Check out the destination guides on their site.

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Whether you’re on holiday for adventure or to relax, the Caribbean has something to offer everyone.

Classic sports such as Diving and Snorkeling are firm favourites amongst tourists, but the Caribbean has so much more to offer than that. But what, and where? We’ve put together a list of unusual sports to do in the Caribbean – so get ready for the adrenaline rush!

Surfing

Generally a sport associated with places like Australia and Hawaii, the Caribbean is actually one of the best places in the world to go surfing. The glittering Caribbean ocean provides some of the best breaks, with professional surfers visiting every year to catch some killer waves. If you’re a well-seasoned surfer then you’ll be able to jump right in and enjoy the warm Caribbean Sea, but for those of you less experienced there are Surf Camps which offer beginner lessons.

Creative Commons/photo by:Cisc1970

Skydiving

If diving underwater is too tame for you, try diving out of a plane instead! Not for the fainthearted, Skydiving in the Caribbean is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. If you think the landscape is stunning on land, wait until you see it from 30,000 feet. There are plenty of dropzones in the Caribbean, such as the one in Antigua, which offer a highly professional and organised service. Don’t worry if you’ve never skydived before, you’ll be doing a tandem jump (meaning you’ll be attached to an experienced Skydiver!).

Hiking

With so much delicious food to eat in the Caribbean, you’ll need a way to burn off all those extra calories! And what better way to do that than by hiking through the lush Caribbean landscapes? Whilst this sport is best enjoyed by those who have a high fitness level, there are some beautiful treks to be enjoyed all over the Caribbean. Dominica has recently opened the Waitukubuli Nationl Trail, which journeys deep through the rainforest, making for an unforgettable and brilliant experience.

Creative Commons/photo by:ScubaBear68

Zip-Wire

Journey to Jamaica and feed your need for speed on a zip line! Those of you who are adrenaline junkies will love zipping through the tropical forests, experiencing the island’s beauty in a completely novel and unique way. The Canopy Tour in Jamaica will see your soaring 45 feet above the ground, whilst you’re overlooked by professional and certified guides. You will also be able to journey across one of the 9 traverses there, and embark upon one of the nature walks.

Submarine Tour

Want to explore the Caribbean’s underwater paradise without getting wet? Then hop aboard a submarine and submerge yourself in the exotic ocean. In Aruba, you will be able to book a 45 minute long submarine tour, which is ideal for those of you who don’t swim and families too. Specially designed for sightseeing, you will be able to observe the various colourful fish and coral, and even spy a sunken wreck or two!

To experience the great variety of sports the Caribbean has to offer visit Blue Waters Caribbean Hotel.

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