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UPDATE: LugLess – Travel Without The Baggage

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About a year ago we stumbled across a little start-up company called LugLess on the TV Show, Shark Tank. Though none of the Sharks took the bait and LugLess left the tank without an offer, they caught our attention. We were intrigued by their concept of travelling without baggage to avoid the increasing hassles of air travel and the exorbitant fees for over-weight and over-sized suitcases, extra bags or bags not included fares (you can find our original article here  “LugLess” on your next trip when you travel without the baggage!). Since our original article, LugLess has received many accolades for their innovative service, but most noteworthy, they’ve been voted one of Entrepreneur Magazine’s 100 Brilliant Companies of  2014 in the Travel and Transportation category. Take that Sharks! As a bit of follow up, LugLess provided us with some interesting details on their progress

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Turks & Caicos introduces early booking bonus for Winter 2015 Getaways

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PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos, June 17, 2014 /CNW/ – With the first day of winter just six months away, and one of the most frigid winters in recent history finally over, the Turks & Caicos Collection has introduced an early booking bonus for winter getaways. The Turks & Caicos Collection consists of three four-star resorts on exclusive Providenciales – Alexandra Resort, Beach House, and Blue Haven Resort and Marina. Each of the resorts features a unique guest experience, but all three properties offer spacious accommodations, excellent dining and spa facilities, attentive service, and beautiful waterfront addresses. Travelers will receive a 10% discount on regular rates at Alexandra Resort and Blue Haven Resort and Marina, or 20% off regular rates at Beach House, for winter getaways reserved by October 31, 2014. The discount is valid for

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Fold, Roll or Squish – What’s Your Packing Style?

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More great travel-related advice from cleaning guru, Melissa Maker at Clean My Space. How to Pack a Carry On Suitcase This one’s a little long (and according to Iain – more girlie), but we think it’s worth watching … we picked up a new technique or two starting at about the 8:40 min point of the video where the great debate on whether to fold or roll your clothes is demonstrated.   Unpacking Routine & Luggage Care Copyright © 2014 Iain & Gail Shankland / TravelBloggers.ca (at) Gmail.com About TravelBloggers.ca Iain Shankland & Gail Shankland started blogging in order to inspire and motivate people to travel the world from their perspective – specializing in having the most fun while using the least amount of money, travelling on the cheap without sacrificing comfort. This original, copyrighted material may NOT be copied, used in whole or in part in any way, cut and pasted, published or otherwise reproduced in any form or in any medium – which means DO NOT POST THIS ON ANOTHER WEBSITE or BLOG. …

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How Clean Is Your Hotel Room?

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We’re here again sharing a couple more great travel-related videos from one of  Gail’s favourite YouTube channels by cleaning guru, Melissa Maker at Clean My Space. Admit it, you’re always a little grossed out when you walk into a hotel room … not quite knowing if it’s clean or not. This short video reviews some of the main things to look for after you check in – INCLUDING how to check for BED BUGS and what items not to use!

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Ziploc Travel Cubes – The Latest Travel Packing Trend

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A while back we did an article covering Packing Tips and another on Uses for Ziploc Bags. Just recently though, we’ve discovered Ziploc Travel Cubes/Space Bags and wanted to fill you in on what’s trending in the world of travel. At first glance we weren’t sold on the idea of over-sized Ziploc bags that you suck the air out of with a vacuum … because who’s going to have a vacuum on hand for the return trip? However, Gail spotted a great travel-related video on one of her favourite YouTube channels

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The 2014 Wine Country Ontario Travel Guide Now Available

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The guide showcases 107 wineries and makes travel planning easy NIAGARA, ON, May 16, 2014 /CNW/ – As the wine-touring season swings into high gear, Wine Country Ontario has just released its highly coveted 2014 Wine Country Ontario Travel Guide. Featuring a record 107 wineries, along with insider tips on how to make the most of an Ontario wine country experience, this must-have travel tool takes the guess work out of planning your next wine country outing, whether it be for a day, a weekend or a longer stay – a task that can sometimes seem daunting to visitors. With a detailed listing of Ontario’s finest wineries, the guide serves as the complete wine country resource for visitors to the region. It showcases the wineries in Ontario’s four primary wine touring destinations – Lake Erie North Shore, Niagara Escarpment & Twenty Valley, Niagara-on-the-Lake and Prince Edward County, provides factoids about the appellations and includes in-the-know information about the emerging regions, where innovative vintners are pushing the boundaries of Ontario’s wine country. It also includes a directory of charming accommodations, world-class restaurants, popular events and the region’s …

Travelling With Food Allergies

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(This post contains affiliate links.  Click here to see what that means.) If you have food allergies or intolerances you know how disconcerting it can be just getting invited out for dinner with friends – never mind the thought of travelling to parts unknown! Recently having learned of my own Gluten intolerance I’ve found out quickly, the hard way, that you really have to look out for yourself – you can’t rely on a restaurant or chef’s understanding of the term Gluten … and I’m sure this goes for many other food allergies as well. With a new-found sympathy for the subject I thought it was time to put a few pointers together for travelling with food allergies.

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Aruba, One Happy Island For Families

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ORANJESTAD, Aruba, April 14, 2014 /CNW/ – Sand castle building, shell hunting tours, art classes, Papiamento language classes and merengue dancing are just some of the many activities offered at Aruba’s resorts and hotels – most of which boast special kids’ programs, deals and all-day camps. Resort fun is just the beginning, as families seeking something more than a traditional Caribbean experience will discover countless kid-friendly attractions and activities throughout the One happy island. Miles of pristine, white-sand beaches along the south-western coast beckon families to try Aruba’s many signature land and sea activities. Thanks to highly favorable wind and water conditions and year-round 28-degree weather, Aruba is the windsurfing capital of the world. Avid windsurfers of all ages and levels slice the water as kiteboarders glide through the trade winds on Hadicurari Beach, known as Fisherman’s Huts. Offshore beneath the glittering waves, snorkelers and divers marvel at living reefs, coral, colorful marine life and some of the largest shipwrecks in the Caribbean— including the famous Antilla. Athletic families who prefer to keep their toes in the sand can take a shot at the island’s …

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10 Things To Do In Exuma, Bahamas

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When you think of the Bahamas, you naturally think of Nassau. However there are many more islands in the Bahamas you can choose to visit. Exuma (or Grand Exuma as it is officially known) offers many direct flights from Canada and the U.S. With 365 islands in the chain, there’s one for every day of the year! If  you’re ready to give up crowded streets full of tourists, huge cruise ships and casinos then you’ll really love the peace and quiet of Exuma – one of the Out Islands of the Bahamas. 1) Rent a car! You don’t want to fly to this gorgeous group of islands and plunk yourself on a beach at an all-inclusive club – what a waste that would be!! Rent a car for at least a couple of days so you can get out, explore and immerse yourself in the local culture. At $350 to rent a car for the week it’s well worth the money as well as the freedom it affords you to get out and see more!