Tips for Traveling With a Group of Friends

Tips for Traveling With a Group of Friends

Tips for Traveling With a Group of Friends

Group trips are becoming a popular trend across the world right now. While they offer wonderful experiences, group adventures can also go terribly wrong if you do not know how to conduct yourselves. Unlike when you are alone, traveling with a group of friends require that you maintain certain standards to ensure everyone has a good time. Below are tips for traveling with a group of friends that can help you make your adventure fun and memorable.

Plan Things Together

Once you have decided to travel together, it is important to involve everyone in all the decisions regarding the trip. In fact, planning all the aspects of the trips together is fun and will save you a lot of time. Sometimes, plans may change along the road. But, even in such cases, all members need to be involved in the decision making.

Get To Know What Irritates Your Friends  

Whenever you travel with friends, it is easy to do or say things that might annoy others. So, take time to know the things that annoy your partners. While at it, you should also tell them about the things that might rub you the wrong way.

Be Patient with Each Other

It is normal that you will not always agree on everything. In case someone disagrees with you, find more sober and realistic ways to reach a common ground. Avoid arguments and outbursts as much as possible. Besides, you should also be flexible enough to adapt to different situations.

Respect Each Other’s Privacy

Traveling alone does not mean that you have to do everything together. Remember everyone needs their own space at some time. So, if someone wants to take a stroll down the street alone, respect that.

Traveling with a group of friends should be exciting and an ideal opportunity to create lasting memories. With the above tips and an open mind, you can easily ensure the most remarkable group adventure.

 

Top Beaches to Travel to in 2019

Top Beaches to Travel to in 2019

Top Beaches to Travel to in 2019

A beach is one of the best places to spend time during vacation. Apart from the sandy shores, warm waters and cool tropical climate, there are lots of things to do and see at the beach. But, due to the variety of options available to travelers, choosing the best beaches to visit can sometimes be challenging. In case you are having problems choosing a tropical destination for your next trip, here are the top beaches to travel to in 2019.

Darkwood Beach, Antigua

Unlike most crowded beaches, Darkwood Beach in Antigua does not have a single building. This makes it feel like the perfect escape destination for those looking to spend their vacation away from the usual hassles. Although some may think it is underdeveloped due to the lack of buildings but, that only makes it more serene and accessible. If you are visiting Antigua, you may also want to check out Valley Church Beach, Runaway Bay, Crab Hill Bay and Dickenson Bay.

Kamalame Cay, Andros, Bahamas

The island of Kamalame Cay, Andros has one of the most spectacular and secluded beaches in the Bahamas. Apart from the beautiful sceneries, it also features a barrier reef that provides a great spot for those who wish to indulge in snorkeling. Other beaches in the Bahamas that you can also visit include Exumas, Cabbage Beach, Cat Island, Paradise Island and Nassau.

Shoal Bay, Anguilla

While it only covers a two-mile radius, Shoal Bay is also an incredible retreat that you should consider visiting in 2019. It has clear waters and soft white sands, ideal for a wide range of water and outdoor activities. Besides, the beach has amazing restaurants, resorts and bars that attract hundreds of visitors from around and beyond. Whenever you are in Anguilla, remember to also check out Maundas Bay, Savannah Bay and Merrywing Bay.

Generally, there are several other beaches that you can still head out to for a great vacation experience. However, the destinations discussed above have the most ideal tropical feel and unique amenities that you need for a truly memorable trip. If you plan to go on vacation in 2019, consider some of these destinations. With proper planning, you will definitely enjoy a truly amazing experience hanging out at any of these beaches.

Connect With Nature and Go to Sint Maarten Island

This is a Caribbean island famous for its picturesque landscape and flourishing floral and faunal habitats. Its natural beaches ashore the Caribbean Sea makes it an ideal destination for a quiet getaway. The emanating aura of this island constitutes balmy lazy noon on the beach, nights with starlit skies and incredible sunsets. Travelers simply surrender themselves to the natural gratification of this paradise and spend a dream vacation.

Philipsburg

The capital of the Dutch side, Phillipsburg is not only the commercial precinct in Sint Maarten but also act as the primary gateway in the Caribbean. The town is home to Princess Juliana International Airport from where the famous Maho Bay beach is easily accessible. The planes take off near the beach and fly over it at a low altitude. The lively city also boasts of excellent port anchoring great cruises and charter yachts.

Phillipsburg is shoppers’ heaven. The exclusive boutiques and plush stores lining the front street attract rich American and European tourists with exquisite jewelry, designer clothing, and branded accessories. For budget travelers, there is the buzzing outdoor market in a back street with a completely different aura. Here you will get a variety of items at moderate prices if you know the art of bargaining. From clothes, leather bags, swimsuits, water sports gear to spices, souvenirs and handicrafts you’ll get to buy anything here.

Loterie Farm

Adventurers and nature lovers would find the sprawling 135 acres of lush green nature reserve interesting with a fantastic opportunity to try out some adventure activities like climbing, hiking, mountain biking, trekking and gliding over the tree-top canopy. Hiking through the lush green tropical forest gives you an idea of the island’s rich flora and fauna. Halt at the Hidden Forest Café to dine with some delicious French dishes and wine and then continue your journey to the top of the hill, Pic du paradise. It is the highest spot on the island that offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the island. In short, Loterie Farm offers truly unmatched eco-tourism experience that makes your Caribbean vacation memorable.

Marigot

Marigot is the capital of the French Collectivity of Sint Maarten in the northern side of the island. The small picturesque town has its unique charm to impress travelers. The town gives an air of Parisian luxury blended with Caribbean liveliness. A beautiful marina and bustling outdoor market held on Wednesday and Saturday are the main attractions of the town. Shopping is duty-free across the island. Like back street in Phillipsburg, you’ll find fashionable clothing, swimwear, souvenirs, trinkets and a variety of items to shop at a much more affordable price than at the selective stores in the town.

This Caribbean island is ‘a dream come’ true for every tourist who loves beaches, tropical warmth and a vast panoramic landscape.  By choosing to travel to Sint Maarten, you will certainly create memories for yourself to cherish for years to come. Tradewinds, tropical heat and a vast untouched horizon of Sint Maarten are its excellent features kept alive by its inhabitants.