Step 1: Take Advantage of all Opportunities and Resources.

As simple as it sounds, you may not realize all the opportunity there is surrounding you whether it is at school or with friends and family. At first it might start off with family vacations when you’re younger and then sooner or later, mom and dad might start asking you where YOU would like to go. Take advantage! Family trips are always going to be the cheapest when mom and dad got you covered! Have friends or family living in a different state or country? Take a visit! Not only will you have a place to stay, but you basically have your own personal tour guides that can help you get acquainted with the area. But beyond using family and friends, there are resources you have at school too! Going through the school, having a solid group and getting all of that scheduled in advance, I was able to save a ton of money. And now that I’m in college, there are TONS of destinations you can go to study abroad and actually live there!

Step 2: Consider All Options.

As much as I want to travel, I know being in college I can’t exactly go everywhere any time I please. Create an order or list of all the top destinations you absolutely need to travel to. For me personally, I’d rather not go to the same place twice when I can go to a new place and have a fresh, new experience. Years ago I put Spain at the top of my bucket list. Now, after patiently waiting and not participating in the average spring breaks, not only am I able to live there for a few weeks, I will be able to visit at least three more different destinations while being abroad, knocking one by one off the bucket list.

Step 3: PLAN→ SAVE

Set aside a jar or box and make that your travel money bank. Whether you set aside $5 every few days or week or even opt out on going out to eat or drinking with friends and instead, put that money in the box, you’ll see how much can quickly add up. For birthdays or holidays, instead of asking for materialistic things you might not need, ask for donations towards your travels. It helps when you tell your family exactly where you want to go, what you want to do there and how happy it will make you. The faster you start saving, the easier it will be when the time comes to purchase your ticket. Aside from saving, start getting your plans together. The more you do your research, the more money you can save yourself and the more you can prepare your budget. I found that if you try and plan each of your days out, it saves you money from too much day shopping, food spending or even wasting money on rip off activities that were a waste of time.

It is one of the best pieces of advice anyone could be given.

What raging storms might be around when this article emerges?

In Acts Chapter 27 at verse 29, we read of Paul in the midst of this violent storm, in the Mediterranean Sea. Danger could have been totally avoided, if the owner of the ship, and pilot, and Centurion, had listened to God’s man, Paul.

How often might this have happened over these past two thousand years when the wise counsel and advice of servants of God has been ignored, resisted or rejected?

But, learn how Paul served his captors aboard that embattled ship – as Paul received a word from God, as he served, and carried out his duties, under the Lordship of Christ.

There were four anchors aboard that cargo ship and last week we looked at Hope and Duty. Have HOPE in God and always do your DUTY. We see that in the lives of the apostles as they followed their Master and Saviour and Lord, Jesus Christ.

Anchor number three I am calling PRAYER. HOPE – DUTY – and PRAYER.

May God have mercy upon the ship that leaves the harbour without PRAYER.

There may be those who had that anchor in earlier years and they have cast it away – and they have grown up as though it was no longer needed.

How can a spiritual life be vital without PRAYER? Does prayerlessness lead to a deeper walk with God, and a stronger hold on HOPE?

We read in the Gospels of how Jesus arose early in the morning to go out and commune with His Heavenly Father.

The anointed Son of God knew He needed to pray, and Jesus gives us that example and that pattern for life.

Try the maths questions without first learning from the helpful example to guide the pupil. Or, try knitting a jersey without a pattern.

It is through the channel of PRAYER that GOD gets into a man – and guides a man.

We cannot live the life to which Jesus Christ has called us – we cannot serve our neighbour as we ought – and we cannot become spiritually aware of what is going around us locally, and out there in the wider world – without the power of God to help us do it.

How can we resist temptation otherwise?

Discipleship – our future service and work and ministry – our peace of mind – knowing that our sins are forgiven – depends so much upon our praying and communing with our Heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Lord.

It is an anchor to prevent us from experiencing shipwrecked lives – use it!

We do not come to Worship and Prayer and Bible Study for amusement – nor to spend a comfortable hour.

We come to meet with God and to hear from God – and to speak with God.

How terrible that when the storm breaks a man looks for that anchor of PRAYER and it has gone, some months or years ago.

They dropped four anchors – perhaps we need more than four – but let me name a fourth anchor – the Cross of Christ.

I recall our New Testament Professor speaking to us so powerfully, encouraging us that when we go out and preach and teach, always mention and preach the Cross of Jesus Christ.

There is a security in the Cross of Jesus Christ – a hope that drives you to duty and service and prayer – which we must say here – includes the Word.

The willing sacrifice of our Passover Lamb – Jesus shed His blood to forgive us and wash us and rescue us from sin, and buy us back for God the Father – for all eternity.

There is no Gospel at all without the Cross of Jesus Christ – and every week when we handle the bread and wine, we are being reminded of what is central as we focus upon Christ on the Cross, and what He did on the Cross for us and on our behalf.

The Word was made flesh.

That is not an ‘ology’ – nor an ‘ism’ – ‘ologies’ and ‘isms’ are never enough.

The Word can sound vague until you see the flesh! It all becomes so personal.

The Cross of Jesus Christ – its very shape is like an anchor!

HOPE – DUTY – PRAYER – THE CROSS OF CHRIST – Have these aboard your life as you sail on.

“Our gracious Father – as we worship and pray, keep us from being sidetracked and diverted. In this world today there are so many activities and interests which could draw us away from Cross of Jesus Christ, and from the truths in the Word of God. Keep us focused on what really matters – on what is central and vital – in Jesus Name.” Amen.

Hello, ladies and gentleman, There’s no better feeling than setting a courageous goal for yourself in your life; jumping from an airplane with an open heart and an open mind.

Your young age years are your years of freedom, before mortgages, kids, and general grown-up responsibilities kick in. Too many people let fear of the unknown stop them from taking chances and forget that only with great risk comes great reward.

If you decide to take an adventure and ready to move a new city where you don’t know anyone, there are some of the wonderful things you will discover along in your way:

You’ll be introduced to new and exciting ways to have fun

Your friends in a new city will introduce you to diverse local customs, adventures off the beaten path and fresh perspectives on how to have fun. All things considered, it truly is. When you open your brain to the conceivable outcomes of moving and voyaging, you can go wherever you need. Move like the breeze.

Welcome change with open arms and live in whatever nation, city, town or neighborhood that suits your cadence and wants. You’ll build up the social slip to stroll into a gathering alone and not flutter an eyelid

Except for the profoundly outgoing individuals among us, a great many people feel a specific feeling of fear when they’re welcome to go to a social event solo.

You stress you won’t know anybody and that you’ll feel awkward, adhered conversing with some weirdo. You’ll wind up getting far excessively alcoholic, making it impossible to make up for the greater part of the cumbersomeness.

All things considered, fear not. When you move to another city, you wind up going to such huge numbers of gatherings alone that it will quit staging you at all and you’ll turn into an expert at social connections.

Before you know it, you’ll have the capacity to start the casual conversation, get a chuckle, ask the correct inquiries and men ably pardon yourself from discussions easily. Social tension will be a relic of days gone by. Maybe a standout amongst other takeaways from moving urban areas is the self-disclosure you’ll have. The more you travel and live abroad, the more your needs will move and you won’t have the capacity to help yet find out about yourself route.

The decision to put it all out there and assume liability for your own life is an unimaginably effective affair. Bringing your predetermination into your own hands enables you to rediscover your fantasies, wants and to shape the way before you.

You’ll have the opportunity to reinvent yourself.

It’s terrible to show up for a tournament and find out your electronic hopper got broken during travel. This fiasco has thrown games for many teams who weren’t as studious as they should’ve been when packing. Your paintball equipment is too valuable to just throw in a giant disorganized duffel bag. Good players pay thousands of dollars on specialized gear; a dented barrel on a $1500 paintball gun is not taken lightly. The travelling paintball athlete must juggle not only packing the right amount of the correct supplies, but also pack them in a secure, protected fashion. The solution is choosing the right size bag for the length of trip you’re taking and what equipment you’ll be needing. Besides a bag specific for your marker, there are basically three types/sizes of bags available for sale.

The paintball backpack is comparable in size and shape to school backpacks or a day pack used by hikers, however specialized to carry paintball gear. These bags are best for carrying your essential supplies to the field and back but rarely have enough room for changes of clothes or even a competition uniform. It’s good to own a paintball back pack just for keeping your important gear together (but separate from your soft items) when travelling for longer time periods. Larger duffel style bags referred to as paintball gear bags will often hold not only your playing equipment but also changes of clothes, uniform and toiletries. These bags are the best choice for overnight trips lasting several days and come in different sizes. Some are more equipped than others for air travel however better for carrying everything you need when driving to an event. When travelling by plane, the best bags to use are paintball suit cases. These are similar in size to paintball gear bags but have hard outer shells or heavier canvas-type fabric. Paintball suit cases offer the best protection for your equipment to be safely handled by an airline.

When purchasing a bag to carry your supplies for travelling, it’s best to shop at a paintball store. In reality, you can use any bag to transport your paintball equipment, however not using specialized gear has the potential for leaving you upset and stranded at your event. The main difference between standard backpacks and travel bags and paintball bags is the bags designed for paintball have specialized features. Paintball backpacks, gear sacks and suit cases have Velcro straps inside to attach your supplies and keep them secure during transport. The best paintball gear bags have compartments to help separate clothing and keep soiled or damp supplies away from dry. Paintball travel bags are also comparable in cost to other similar types of standard bags.

It’s also important to realize certain pieces of equipment may have specific requirements making it safer for travel. Your paintball mask for example should be packed with care. Many paintball masks are made with pliable plastic surrounding the lens that often easily deforms when crammed into a bag with everything else. If this happens or your lenses get scratched you will be distracted all day with uncomfortable eye protection and the game will not be as fun. Transporting a paintball mask can is best accomplished with either a good velvet soft bag and/or a hard goggle case. While this is yet another piece of luggage to tote around with you, it’s the best way to store and carry paintball goggles without warping the plastic or scratching the lens.

Transporting your paintball air tank is perhaps the trickiest piece of equipment to plan for. If flying, you can only travel with an empty air tank; you cannot fly with a full compressed air tank as it will become a bomb and it is against the law. You can however drive with a full air tank. The best paintball compressed air tanks cost more than $200, so even the slightest scratch or tiniest ding can be heart-breaking. The best advice is to always carry your empty air tank inside a sturdy rubberized tank cover and then wrap the entire thing in bubble wrap and pack amongst your changes of clothes or the pant leg of your paintball uniform. The electronic hopper is an important piece of equipment that the performance of your gun will depend heavily on. There are not many protective cases specifically for paintball loaders for sale however some brands come with them. It’s best to find the right size plastic container for safe storage and transporting of your loader, especially if you’ve paid a lot for it. When transporting (and storing), it’s best to take out the batteries of electronic hoppers to avoid the potential disaster from a leak.

Transporting your paintball gun in a separate case is the smartest way to go. For the most complete protection, a hard case is the best choice and will keep your marker the safest. Unless you’re using a full size rifle case, most paintball gun cases are fairly compact and fit well inside a larger duffle or gear bag. If you don’t have access to a hard case, you can opt for a soft sided case however this should also be wrapped in your jersey and/or paintball pants for as much protection as possible. When packing, always separate the barrel from your gun, pack them in padding and preferably together. Some marker barrels have their own carrying case and these are good to use for the safest travel. If you’re flying to a scenario woodsball event, carrying a realistic military paintball gun either through the airport or on the plane is not recommended. With how much turmoil there is in the world and added security at airports, an authentic replica assault rifle will surely raise an eyebrow and likely confiscated.

When most people think of vacations, “cheap” usually isn’t the first word to come to mind. Thankfully, this stereotype won’t be around forever as airfare, cruise prices, and hotel rates are becoming more and more affordable. It’s now possible for the average person to have access to cheap vacation deals, simply by typing information into a search engine.

It doesn’t matter what kind of vacation you are looking for, or when you plan to go, there should be some deal going on somewhere. Use online budget travel sites to search for flights and hotels on the dates you intend to travel. If you are flexible, mess around with the dates a bit to see what the cheapest deals are. There will be an option for you to book airfare and hotel accommodation separately or together. You can also throw car rental into the mix and book all three at the same time.

For suggestions by the experts, there are usually themed vacation packages to look into, like “Vacations Under $500”, “Long Weekend Getaway Deals”, “Family Vacations “Last Minute Deals”, etc. Sometimes, cheap vacation deals are only available at the last minute, within a week of the travel date.

Where should you go? Are you interested in a popular US destination like Orlando, San Diego, Seattle, NYC, Chicago, or New Orleans? An exotic beach vacation in the Caribbean or Hawaii? A cruise? European cities like London, Dublin, Paris, and Madrid? How about exploring Japan? Traveling internationally has never been more affordable or easier. Just grab your passport and check out the latest deals.

Subscriptions for Cheap Vacation Deals

A lot of the online travel sites now offer memberships which include opportunities to receive points for every dollar spent on flights, hotel rooms, cruises, packages, and more. These points can be redeemed for free travel after you accumulate so many. If you plan on traveling a lot in the future, whether for business or your own leisure, becoming a “Plus” member is a smart idea.

The hotel and airline industries often partner up to encourage people to travel more by offering reduced prices. People are more likely to purchase a plane ticket if they can get a significant discount on a nice hotel and vice versa. As mentioned above, car rental companies are sometimes involved in these deals as well.

A lot of cheap vacation deals only last for a short amount of time as there are only so many hotel rooms and seats available on a plane, so if you come across amazing bargains, make your decision quickly.

When looking over cheap vacation deals, read online hotel reviews to find out what others are saying. Look at a map too so you’ll know exactly where the hotel is located. For additional savings on your trip, use an online coupon.

To spend holidays with loved ones is always a fun activity. However, you will find many people, who claim that they did not enjoy their holiday trip despite getting best travel deals. Here you need to understand that to spend an enjoyable holiday is not just about getting right travel deals but it is also about appropriate planning, budgeting, and then packing. If you are also planning to go for vacations then apart from getting best travel deals to make your trip economical yet splendid, there are various tips, which you should keep in your mind. These tips are as follows:

1. If you are planning a vacation alone, then select the holiday destination of your choice but if you are planning it with your friends or family members then take their consent too.

2. Budget your holidays and for this, make sure that you know the estimated cost of everything before your budgeting phase. Keep in mind that once you will know that how much best accommodation deals will cost you only then you will be able to buy them for your convenient stay at your dream place.

3. Try to plan your budget in an appropriate manner to enjoy a holiday. However, it depends on your approach. For example, if you want to spend your holidays in a luxury hotel in London then you can save money to make this dream come true. This will be your hard work to make your dream come true. In the case of smart work, you can search for best luxury hotel deals in London to save some pennies.

4. To get luxury hotel deals anywhere, you want is not a problem, these days. However, if you have a strict budget, then always either prefer budget hotels or get discount hotel rooms in luxury hotels to stay within your budget.

5. Always reserve your flight tickets and discount hotel rooms in advance to avoid any hassle later on.

6. Pack your luggage few days before your departure to your dream world. Do not forget to keep the clothes after laundry. Moreover, try to avoid taking clothes, which need ironing.

7. Pack your belongings according to the weather conditions of your holiday destination. Do not forget to keep a hat with you, as it will keep you safe in every kind of weather condition. However, the type of hat to be carried along may vary. For example, if you are about to visit any place in winter then a woollen knitted hat will be proved handy, as it will keep your warm.

8. Avoid taking new shoes. Just think what you will do if you will find your new shoes uncomfortable. However, in case, you are packing new clothes of yours for holidays then always give them a trial first before packing them.

9. To pack all your belongings in a travel bag with wheels will prove handy, as it will be easy for you to drag it anywhere you want without applying much force.

10. Do not forget to keep all your documents. It is highly recommended to also keep one set of the photocopy with you especially while travelling to another country or continent. Moreover, email their scanned copy to your email address as well.

11. Always keep a first aid travel kit with you to deal with emergencies during your trip.

Hence, keep all these above-mentioned handy tips in mind to enjoy your holiday travel at best.

Travel plans aren’t nearly as complicated as they used to be. There are so many helpful websites and tools online that make hotel reservation, airfare selection, and car rental simple processes. Finding cheap vacation bundles is easy and straightforward. You can browse through packages that are already put together or customize your own by selecting from a variety of flights and hotels. There is usually an option to include vehicle rental in the bundle as well.

In order to ensure that you get a good deal, only use a dependable and trustworthy online travel site. Its navigation and search function should be easy to use. You should be able to just enter the dates you plan to travel, your local airport, and destination city. When you conduct a search, there should be an option to search for airfare only, airfare + hotel, and airfare + hotel + car rental.

Of course, you can always check out packages that are already bundled together if you don’t have specific plans in mind. Last-minute deals, for instance, often include roundtrip airfare and 2 – 5 nights at a budget hotel. If it’s a cruise you are after, there are usually last-minute deals offered by the ship lines as well.

While some cheap vacation bundles include only airfare, room, and a meal or two, there are still some that feature perks like access to a spa and tickets to nearby attractions. Read carefully over a package to find out what it includes. Don’t spend money on a package that offers a lot of stuff that you likely won’t need.

Cost of Cheap Vacation Bundles

Where, exactly, can you go? Which destinations offer the cheapest vacations? It depends on factors like time of year, whether or not it’s tourist season in that area, weather, airlines, market fluctuations, and so forth. When conducting a search for “cheap travel packages” or something similar, Caribbean and Mexican destinations usually pop up the most, followed by Vegas, Florida, California, and Hawaii. Yes, it’s sometimes even possible to find budget accommodation and discount airfare to Hawaii!

If you haven’t yet decided on a specific destination, search for packages centered around a theme that interests you, such as a golf package, beach getaway, outdoor adventure, spa and relaxation trips, ski resorts, etc. You’ll be given recommendations on affordable trips that you will surely enjoy.

Wherever you want to go or whatever you want to do, start your search for cheap vacation bundles today. Keep in mind that the listed prices are usually per person.

Do you have an online coupon code? If not, it’s time to get one. It’s the best way to get deals on cheap vacation bundles. Use the site to view all of the current deals or search for airfare, hotels, car rental, cruises, and more.

There are endless adventures you can take with your family and your dog. If you are going don’t leave your “Man’s Best Friend” at home. Our pets are already major companions in our lives, so it’s all the more fun to make memories away from home with them.

Camping is one of the oldest pastimes that people like to do during the summer months. They can load up and take out on an adventure with the family and with the dog. If taking the dog is not an option you can look into a dog sitter. I know that leaving the pooch behind can be a stressful situation. There is nothing better than finding a good reliable person to take care of dog. But if not you can take he or she with you and consider a few options I have listed to make your adventure a fun and safe outing for you and your dog.

Dogs love to travel – outdoor vacations are their favorite! Dog travel accessories will make sure your pooch is comfortable and secure during your next road trip. From hikes to boat outings, the right travel gear will help your pet be prepared for it all. Anytime you travel with your dog you should have a car seat. There are many different kinds of all sizes so be sure and get one that will keep your pet safe.

One accessory would be a travel dog bowl. Maybe an anti-spill bowl would be beneficial for all concerned. It is a bowl that doesn’t allow water or food to spill out. There are a variety of bowls available, I’m sure you can find one that is right for your pet. Always having water for your dog is must.

When camping you will want to keep your dog away from other campers. Not everyone are dog lovers. There are hands free belts that convert into a leash. This will also keep your dog safe will being away from home. You may want to consider a portable dog pen, so your dog can enjoy the outdoors just as much as you do.

Keeping your dog safe is a priority especially when outdoor adventuring. Another way to be sure your dog is safe is to consider a dog life jacket. Even if your dog loves the water there maybe an incident that would require your dog to need a like jacket. There are several different styles and sizes to pick from. There are raincoats and warmer jackets available also, all designed to keep your dog safe and comfortable.

You may want to consider picking up a GPS dog tracking device to have in the off chance your pooch goes missing. These devices are a great way to keep track of your dog when traveling away from home.They let you locate your pet on demand, monitor their activity and record adventures on a smartphone. This device will come in handy if your dog get lost.

Be sure and check the weather before you leave, not only will this help you be prepared for conditions like rain or snow that could slow your travel, you’ll have a better idea of what to pack for your dog. Keep them comfortable in conditions they aren’t used to.

Having fun and making memories with your dogs are a great way to enjoy the outdoors. Take pictures, share them on social media, whatever helps you remember these trips. Don’t forget to bring your furry friend along for your next road trip.

You finally have some vacation days, which means you can go somewhere for a few days and relax without having to worry about work. Are you excited? While people are excited about traveling, they also feel a bit apprehensive because it can also be a hassle. However, it is essential to remember that this only happens when you don’t plan properly and take advantage of the benefits that technology can offer you these days. If you want to make your trip as smooth as possible, here are some excellent travel tips that can come in handy:

Get organized early on

Staying organized is one of the best ways to prevent any last-minute problems and fiascos. When you have made up your mind to go somewhere, you should inform your credit card company or bank about it so that you don’t face any payment issues. The next step is to take a look at your travel documents before flying because you want to ensure everything is up to date. This includes checking to see if you have a valid visa for every destination that’s part of your flight itinerary. If you find a problem at the eleventh hour, you may have to cancel your plans.

Take advantage of the tech

There is no denying that technology has simplified everything, which includes traveling. Gone are the days when you had to go in blind to a new place because you can now check out everything beforehand thanks to technology. You can find a wide array of travel apps that can turn out to be immensely useful, which include maps that can help you in getting around the new city and finding places. Likewise, there are also apps that enable you to get real-time flight updates, weather conditions and even find your restaurants according to your dietary requirements.

Opt for pre-booking where possible

It is recommended that you tick off as many things as possible from your list to avoid any issues. Again, technology plays a role here because you can now check out vacation rental websites for booking your accommodation, car hiring websites to hire a car for picking you up from the airport and similar other tasks. This can enable you to save a lot of your valuable time and keep the pressure off so you can stay stress-free.

Avoid the rush

If you are going on a vacation instead of a business trip, you want to be as relaxed as possible in order to enjoy. This can only happen if you give yourself time to make it to the airport and go through security. You can make use of GPS in this situation for checking your estimated travel time and even mark the route that can get you there quickest.

Be ready for security

If you have traveled before, you know the ins and outs of security. It is best to place your keys, jewelry and small electronic devices in your carry-on luggage as it can save time. You don’t have to empty out your pockets and get through easily. It is also necessary to ensure you are complying with all the custom requirements when it comes to large electronic devices and liquids. Other than that, you should also be familiar with the number of pieces of baggage or the weight limit imposed. These requirements can differ for countries and airlines and you should be familiar with them beforehand to avoid any penalties or fines.

As long as you follow the tips mentioned, you will be able to enjoy a smooth and relaxing trip and face no hassles.

One of the best ways to protect yourself from unexpected occurrences during your travels is to secure travel insurance. Most banks offer this product as a safety net of sorts and a means of helping travellers gain peace of mind throughout their trip.

For those who do not really know about it, travel insurance covers financial losses or medical expenses that you might incur during your domestic or international journey. Typically, this insurance product has five major categories that you might want to know.

– Trip cancellation insurance. You will be covered in case you or your travel companions will have to interrupt, delay or cancel the trip (perhaps due to weather issues, injury or illness, problems with passports or visas, unexpected business conflicts, acts of terrorism, or accidents on the way to the airport).

– Travel medical or Major medical insurance. This provides coverage in the event that the policyholder falls ill or becomes injured during the trip. The difference is that travel medical insurance provides only short-term coverage (from five days up to one year), while major medical insurance is ideal for people who will be travelling between six months and one year or longer.

– Emergency medical evacuation insurance. If you find yourself in a remote rural area or any place where there is limited or no access to the necessary medical facilities, this insurance policy will cover medically necessary evacuation and transportation to the proper facilities.

– Accidental death/flight accident insurance. If such an accidental death or a serious injury due to a flight accident would occur, this insurance policy will pay benefits to the policyholder’s surviving beneficiaries.

It’s best to evaluate the nature of your trips, your health background and the activities you will be involved in to help you determine if travel insurance will prove to be especially helpful. You may consider, for example, your ability to pay for the full cost of a trip back home in case an emergency takes place and you need to make an unscheduled trip home, or whether you will be able to pay for medical care in case someone in your party with a health condition becomes sick. Factors such as these can help you figure out whether the insurance will prove to be valuable or not. Should you decide to get it, remember to carefully read through the fine print and ask the bank personnel to explain every policy so you can make a fully informed decision.

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