Touching down in new destinations is always exciting for me – unfortunately though, the process of actually getting there often isn’t. Sitting in a seat for any number of hours can leave me feeling tired, achy and irritated. If you’re looking for tips on how to survive your next long flight, you’re in luck.

1. Dress for Success

The vital first step to flying happy is comfort. Let’s face it, planes are not the most comfortable places on earth. Be sure to dress in layers that are easy to remove like a zip up hooded sweatshirt or jacket. This will make peeling off a layer of clothing quick and easy. Don’t forget to wear sensible footwear – sorry ladies, leave the heels to Victoria Beckham up in first class.

2. Love Your Legroom

Sore legs are a traveler’s nightmare, but you should get them from climbing up a mountain, not from your flight! Many airlines offer extra legroom seats on their aircraft but usually at a premium price of $40+. If you’re tall or just enjoy a little extra leg room, pay up and get comfortable. Your knees will thank you for it once you reach your destination.

3. Pack It Away

You’re allowed to take a ‘personal item’ as well as one piece of carry-on luggage on most flights. Although, you’ll feel much less stressed if you bring either a personal item OR a carry-on. One of the other folks! Just one small bag containing the things you really need will maximize your personal space.

4. Keep Company

Traveling with friends will naturally make your flight more pleasant, but if you don’t select your own seats you could find yourself sitting with strangers. Be sure to pre-select your seats when booking online at www.jet2.com, so you can make sure you’ll be sitting beside people that you won’t mind sharing your head phones with.

5. Beat the Boredom

Not all airplane seats are fitted with in-flight entertainment screens, so don’t count on TV, movies, or games to help you pass the time. Unless you’re flying JetBlue, that is! Invest in a new book for your journey, or pick yourself up a Kindle Fire before your next flight. Don’t forget to charge your iPod and be sure to load it up with as much music, movies and reading material as it will hold. Now, sit back and watch those long hours vanish.

6. Don’t Go Hungry

Once you’re up in the air, you can’t jump up and purchase a snack when your stomach starts to grumble. If you’re on a long haul international flight, see if you have the option to order your in-flight meal prior to your flight. This is something that you can take care of ahead of time when you book your flight online at Jet2.com. If you’re looking for a healthy snack to bring along with you on your next flight, toss a SOYJOY in your carry-on. It will surely hold you over until you reach your destination!.

7. Move A Muscle

Deep-Vein Thrombosis is a real health threat to passengers, particularly on longer flights, so take every opportunity that you can to stretch and move your limbs. You can do some exercises in your seat, but if your flight is over three hours, try to get up and walk around at least every 30 minutes.

8. Keep Hydrated

Compressed cabin air can raise havoc with your skin. Apply a rich face cream or body moisturiser/lotion before take off. Don’t forget to drink plenty of water while you’re in the air. This will not only save you from those dreaded muscle cramps, but you’ll also feel a lot more energized by the time you land.

9. Sleep It Off

The ultimate way to arrive is feeling refreshed, revitalized and well-rested. The reality however, is that getting a good sleep on an airplane can be as tough as piloting the plane itself. With a little preparation you can at least catch a few Zzz’s. Invest in a good neck pillow, an eye mask and earplugs to help you zone out.

Do you have your own tips for flying? If so, be sure to share them with us by leaving a comment below!

With a coastline that stretches for miles and miles of soft sands and crystal clear waters, selecting Thailand’s best beaches is no easy feat. Whether you’re looking for laid back living, a sumptuous spa break, adrenaline on the sea, or hardcore beach parties, you’ll find it all along Thailand’s paradisiacal shore. I suggest packing some lightweight luggage and touring each one of them, if you have the time! If not, be sure to take in as much of this gorgeous country as possible.

Take a closer look at some of Thailand’s Best Beaches below…

Hua Hin

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/rivard/

Just a couple of hours from Bangkok, Hua Hin is one of the most convenient beaches from Thailand’s capital. Originally built as a royal spa, the area has maintained its connection to Thai royalty and the king still has a residency here. Among the quaint fishing village charm are regal palaces, including the stunning Phra Ratchaniwet Marukhathaiyawan palace en route to Cha-am.

The beach itself stretches for five kilometres, before coming to an end at Kao Takiap, where a Buddhist temple rests atop the towering cliffs.

Patong

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/tdp_photos/

Situated on the island of Phuket, popular Patong Beach is arguably the country’s party capital. People come here to enjoy the bustle of the busy beach by day and to experience the vibrant seaside nightlife when darkness descends.

For a bit of peace and quiet, head over to Kalim Beach. You’ll find a stretch of rocky shoreline where the lower volume of activity and noise provides a welcome break from the buzz of Patong.

Railay

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/argenberg/

Only accessible by boat, picturesque Railay is a rock climber’s paradise, with more than 700 routes up the limestone faces that jut from the clear blue ocean. The climbs are challenging but incredibly rewarding thanks to the breathtaking views across the Andaman Sea.

Adventurists will find further wonder beneath the waters that surround Railay, with some great diving and snorkelling opportunities to be found here. After all that adrenaline, relax and enjoy the scenery from a spot on the beach´s silky sands.

Lamai

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/jetalone/

Beaches along Ko Samui are notoriously busy; however, Lamai offers the ideal blend of relaxation, stunning landscapes, and activities to keep you occupied day and night. The sandy bay is lapped by glistening waters and blanketed with fine white sands, providing the perfect spot to unwind in the tropical sun.

This is a great choice for those looking for a slightly cheaper option as guesthouses, restaurants and shops are generally more affordable than neighbouring resorts.

Don’t miss: Ko Lanta – The Definition of Paradise!

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I ended up receiving a brand new Voltij Backpack from Guerilla Packs along with the opportunity to give one away to YOU right here on Pause The Moment!

Guerrilla Packs Voltij Adventure Backpack (55L/10L)

The Guerrilla Packs Voltij Adventure Backpack is the cream of the crop of backpacks. It’s designed for the serious traveler/hiker/adventurer looking for the ideal balance of functionality, detachable storage space, comfort, and style.   The Voltij adventure backpack is the result of 3 years of traveler, customer, and vendor feedback and Guerrilla Packs is proud to offer the Voltij adventure backpack as the flagship model. Its features include full zippered access, a top lid organizer panel, shock absorbing padded walls, and nylon padded computer pocket. It’s tough, safe, and nearly indestructible.

About Guerrilla Packs:

Guerrilla Packs manufactures next generation travel packs designed for the modern traveler.  Guerrilla Packs makes it so the technology you use everyday, doesn’t have to be left behind when you travel.  GP is the first and only brand to integrate features including padded laptop cases, cell phone pouches, and lockable zippers into heavy duty internal frame backpacks.  Guerrilla Packs has the ideal pack for whatever journey lies ahead.

The Voltij features are listed below. Can you believe this pack retails for only $149!?

Features:

• Top and front loading points to main compartment
• High quality internal frame 55L + 10L detachable day pack
• Padded laptop case (included)
• Tech Fit adjustable lumbar support system to fit wide range of body types
• Lockable zipper compartments
• H20 Hydration compatible
• Built in rain cover\
• Colors available: Red, Blue and Orange
• …and much more!

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Below, we’ll take a  look at some of the best places in the world to witness animals in the wild:

South Africa

Photo by: Paul Williams - http://www.flickr.com/photos/pcw/

Holiday packages to South Africa combine numerous opportunities to spot animals in their natural habitat, from the creatures in the water to those inland that stalk the empty planes. Safaris in the area offer the chance to head out and try to spot all of the big five; black rhino, Cape buffalo, elephants, lions and leopards.

The search for these exotic creatures attracts thousands of tourists every year as they head out on pre-arranged safari trips. In the winter especially, dry temperatures will reduce the waterholes available and entice the big five out to spots that are easy to find with an experienced tour guide.

Just off the coast of Cape Town, South Africa also provides one of the best spots in the world for sightings of the great white shark as well as the blue whale, where the creatures are predominant in the waters of the area and tourists can spot them from the coast.

With opportunities to swim with the sharks in protected environments, this country really does allow you to get up close and personal with the creatures.

Borneo

Photo by: Mike & Clare - http://www.flickr.com/photos/mikeandclare/

They might be a rare and hard to find species, but trips to Borneo will offer some of the best chances in the world to see orang-utans in the wild. The creatures are protected but trips out into the rainforests will allow you to spot them sleeping in the trees or out searching for food.

These rare creatures are highly endangered and it is only here and in a few other parts of the world that they remain. Trips to the area will allow you to see them in their natural habitat, but conservationists will ensure that visitors do not disrupt their life patterns.

Borneo also offers the chance to see vast numbers of bats and in the caves of Mulu National Park, twenty seven different species of bat have been recorded. These amazing mammals are not only fascinating and entertaining to watch, but also incredibly interesting in their life and habitat patterns.

The Galapagos Islands

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ndecam/

The Galapagos Islands are so bursting with natural history wonders that they are a UNESCO World heritage site. The islands have long been known as the best spot in the world to see giant tortoises, some of whom may have lived more than twice the average human life span.

These magnificent creatures, who have been endangered since they were a common Victorian delicacy, now roam the shores of the Galapagos Isles, protected by the conservation that lies over the entire island.

Uganda

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/martijnmunneke/

Gorillas can be found amongst the wild forests of Africa; these ground dwelling creatures move long distances during the day but can be spotted amongst the undergrowth by those who know what they’re looking for. Trips to Uganda offer the best chance to see the primates in the wild and in the highest numbers.

India

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/robryb/

Trips to India combine the chance to experience an exotic culture with the chance to take a tour to see tigers in their natural habitat. Such terrifying creatures are also fascinating and these imposing animals draw tourists to the country from all over the world.

It is very important to take these tours with people who know what they’re doing, who will not only provide for the safety of the members, but will also make sure you find what you are looking for. Once your safety is ensured, you can head out on your very own tiger hunt.

Antarctica

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Trips into the cold lands in the north and south of the globe will let you experience some of the most fascinating creatures in the world. Antarctica can almost guarantee that you get to see emperor penguins, as these beautiful animals are spread over the ice, loudly proclaiming their predominance.

In the Arctic Circle, there exists one of the most publicised endangered species in the world. The polar bear is a magnificent animal, although as the largest land carnivore in the world, it is also terrifying to behold.

This is the only place in the world where the polar bear can be spotted in its natural habitat and as global warming continues, chances to see it diminish.

Conclusion:

Where are you going to go on holiday in 2012? All of the above destinations are certain to leave you with lasting memories which you’ll be able to look back on in future years so be sure to bear them in mind when it comes to booking your next vacation!

You’re trying your best not to over pack for your upcoming trip. You even went to the extent of unpacking a few pairs of socks and underwear that you’ll probably need at some point down the line in order to save some space. I get it.

But, what about that clunky laptop case that you use to carry around your precious notebook? Do you need that? Well, you can decide for yourself after watching this video below…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPoS80R1c64

Step 1.

Lay your hooded sweatshirt/jacket on a flat surface

Step 2.

Insert your laptop into the hood making sure it’s centered. Once inside, pull the hood strings tight and tie a bow as if you were tying your shoes. If you do not know how to tie your shoes, please click here.

Step 3.

Fold the hooded part of your sweatshirt/jacket down as many times as it takes you to reach the bottom. Three or four times should do the trick.

Step 4.

Straighten out the arms of the sweatshirt/jacket and then proceed to cross them over the top of your laptop. Tie a knot! Double knot it for extra security.

Step 5.

Voila! You’ve got yourself a travelers laptop case!

Conclusion:

Utilize this tutorial above and you’ll be one step closer to becoming a minimalist traveler. At least if that’s what your mission is…

Credits for the Idea: Darren Alff

Meet the Bloggers:

The three travel bloggers that will be accompanying me in South Africa are the following:

Rob was born in Montreal, Quebec and grew up in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Over the course of the last three years, Rob has visited 40-something countries across the globe.

Full disclosure, Rob is a good friend of mine. Funny enough, we just traveled to Nicaragua together back in November 2011. We spent a month hanging out and exploring the country before I headed home for Christmas. Since then, Rob made his way around Nicaragua and finally settled down on a beach in the Corn Islands. Although we keep in touch on a weekly basis, neither Rob nor myself had any idea that we would be traveling to South Africa together. It wasn’t until we received the trip itinerary for South Africa a few days ago when we both noticed each others last names on it. Within the hour Rob had sent me a Facebook message that read… “You’re going to South Africa too!?”

Be sure to follow Rob on his travel blog titled: StopHavingaBoringLife.com and on Twitter @Bloggeries.

Teri has lived and traveled in various parts of the world including France, South Africa, and Brazil working, studying and recording her journeys. She has traveled to over 45 countries and speaks Spanish, French, and conversational Italian.

As a true adventure seeker, Teri has hunted with the Kuku-Yalanji aborigines in Australia, canoed with the Emberá Indians in Panama and spent time in the favelas of Rio de Janeiro to learn samba. Read more…

Be sure to follow Teri on her travel blog titled: Travelista.tv and on Twitter @TravelistaTV

Nathan is a graduate of Tennessee State University.  During his studies he befriended a professor who had traveled to more than 80 countries.  This amazed Nathan and he immediately knew he needed to figure out how to make traveling the globe his profession!   Upon graduation, Nathan began managing tours for various Fortune 500 companies.  This kept him busy domestically, but he knew there was much more world to explore.

Nathan took his first international trip in 2005 to Barcelona, Spain to visit a friend studying abroad. This trip transformed is entire outlook on the world, he realized that although people have differences we are all the same.  The new culture, food, fashion, architecture, and moods took over.

In the past four years, Nathan has traveled to four continents covering 30 countries including Taiwan, Vatican City, Mexico, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Spain, Sweden, England, France, Italy, China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. Read more…

Be sure to follow Nate on his travel blog titled: World Wide Nate and on Twitter @WorldWideNate

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Just as I thought life couldn’t get any better…

Last week while preparing for weekend trip up to Sunday River, I received an email from a rep at the board of South Africa Tourism. Inside read the following:

Dear Ryan,

I hope this letter finds you well! I work with South African Tourism in the social media space and we’re working on putting together a social tour of South Africa. We have a trip planned for February and we’re still looking for a few bloggers to fill out the tour. We had so much success with the recent #VisitSouthAfrica tour that we want to continue to drive traffic and buzz around South Africa on Twitter, Facebook and blogs. We feel your work on Pause the Moment could make you a good fit for this tour…

The email went on to explain bits and pieces about the planned itinerary, the proposed dates, and more but I couldn’t seem to focus on the details. I was in total shock.

After taking a five minute breather I came back to the email and read it over again to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. Slapping myself in the face a few times certainly didn’t change the message displayed in the email. It was REAL.

I wanted to jump up and down and scream like a school girl but it wasn’t 100% yet. I tried my best to restrain myself from spilling the beans to family and friends but my excitement simply couldn’t be contained. Every time I told the story I would start off with “It’s not 100% but I might be going to South Africa in the coming weeks…”

On Monday afternoon I received the final confirmation email that I had been anxiously waiting for.

I’M GOING TO SOUTH AFRICA!

Dates: February 16th, 2012 – March 1st, 2012. We will be spending two action packed weeks in South Africa!

Note: Pause The Moment was 1 of 4 travel blogs chosen to take part in the ever popular and ongoing #VisitSouthAfrica tourism campaign. The fact that my blog has been chosen to take part in such an epic adventure is not only an honor but also a great accomplishment for me, personally.

None of this would be possible without the support of YOU! Thanks for reading and be sure to subscribe to all of my social media channels in order to get the latest and most up to date information on my adventures in South Africa!

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Home away from Home

As soon as I dropped my bags at Hacienda Merida, I knew I would be staying for a while. The overall atmosphere of the hostel was better than any I had experienced through out my travels of Nicaragua. There’s just something about this place that makes you not want to leave.

Could it be that you’re within twenty steps from the edge of Lake Nicaragua? Was it the fact that you could lounge all day in one of the many hammocks hung around the property? How about those Ometepe sunsets? You do know that Hacienda Merida is the number one sunset spot on Ometepe, right?

If you’re not big into sunsets, no problem! There are a multitude of activities for you to get involved in during your stay here including:

• Horseback Riding
• Trek to the San Ramon Waterfall
• Climbing Volcano Maderas
• Visit the Petroglyphs
• Swim in Ojo de Agua
• Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua
• Tubing on Lake Nicaragua and more!

During my stay I took part in two of the aforementioned activities on the island, one of which was Kayaking on Lake Nicaragua!

Kayaking

The Big Yak!

My buddy Ben and I were talking about things to do on the island and he mentioned he had taken a kayak out a few days earlier. The next morning we woke up, grabbed our life jackets and headed for the edge of Lake Nicaragua with our kayaks and paddles in hand.

Ben jumped in the Malibu Two XL while I hopped in the Big Yak! The differences were that Ben’s kayak was actually a double kayak and mine was a single kayak with a wider body. I’m fine with not rolling over and splashing around in Lake Nicaragua as it’s supposedly one of the only lakes in the world that is home to fresh water Bull sharks! In case you didn’t know, Bull sharks are one of the most aggresive sharks in the world. Just an FYI!

As I set off on my trusty Big Yak, I followed along closely behind Ben. Fortunately, Ben was the expert out here on the water today as he had been out kayaking once or twice on Lake Nicaragua during his stay so far. To say he’s the expert is sort of scary, right?

This was officially my second time to ever try kayaking. The first time was back in summer of 2008 when Liz and I did some sea kayaking in Dubrovnik, Croatia and we found it to be a really good time.

At first I was flailing around with my paddle trying to get the hang of paddling evenly and therefore efficiently. The weather was overcast when we set off from Hacienda Merida but by the time we reached our first spot the sky had lit up, the sun was shining and the wind started to really blow.

Monkey Islands!

Yes, real monkeys! Only, these ones WILL attack you! Wait, we all know how unpredictable and overly aggressive monkeys can be, don’t we? My point is, stay as far away as possible from these dirty little creatures!

As we approached the first of two islands that are inhabited solely by two or three spider monkeys. We could see them running and jumping from tree to tree. They heard us coming from a mile away and I’m assuming they were hoping we were bringing them boat loads of food. Not us, and not today my frisky little friends.

Two weeks prior, two women who were inexperienced kayakers set off to visit the monkey islands. Upon arriving the winds started to pick up and eventually blew them in close to the shore. Can you guess what happened next? The monkeys got extremely curious and most likely thought that they might have some food so they jumped from the trees straight on to the two kayaks below and proceeded to maul the poor women. The word is that one of the women had a chunk of her nose bitten off as well as several scratch and bite wounds all over her body.

Here’s a photo of one of the women lying in bed after the attack.

Photo credits: Rob

Moral of the story is, I never got close enough to take any decent photos of these crazy monkeys though I did see them screwing around up in the trees in the distance.

From the first island we made our way over to the second island which is home to more than a few howler monkeys. Have you ever heard a howler monkey before? They are seriously creepy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UdnwLX5m3G8

Note: This is not my personal video. Video credits: Vikarius

Rio Istian

After getting our monkey fix we spent some time graciously paddling towards our next destination, the Rio Istian swamp which is home to a wide variety of birds, bats, crocodiles and more howler monkeys!

Along the way we stopped for a few photo ops including this cool shot of me with Volcano Maderas in the distance.

The wind started to really pick up on the lake so small waves started to form. Not fun! Once we were about half to way Rio Istian, Ben encountered some technical difficulties with his paddle. He thought had heard it making a cracking noise. It turns out he was right. After one brisk motion with his paddle in the waves, Ben’s paddle broke in half!

Up sh*t creek without a paddle

He wanted to keep on heading in the direction of Rio Istian but I knew that wasn’t the best idea especially as the wind was getting stronger and stronger by the minute. We spun around and attempted to make it back to Hacienda Merida but after 20 minutes Ben’s arms were spent.

We ended up pulling our kayaks up next to each other and I successfully transferred my gear and myself over into the back of his kayak without falling in.

I handed my paddle to Ben and we headed towards shore while I held on to my kayak let it drag along behind us. By the time we reached the shore Ben was exhausted and rightfully so!

That was enough adventure for one day. Next up, Trekking to San Ramon Waterfalls. Stay tuned!

Who doesn’t love a good sunset right? Well, if you’re a sunset aficionado like myself, you’ll LOVE Nicaragua.

The video shown above was taken from the edge of Lake Nicaragua at Hacienda Merida. The camera I used to shoot this video timelapse is my trusty Canon SD96oIS. Absolutely LOVE this camera!

The original footage was 17 minutes long. I sped it up in post production and wound up with a strikingly beautiful one minute sunset timelapse that still makes me drool each and every time I watch it.

For the viewers: Do you love sunsets as much as I do? Where in the world have you witnessed the ultimate sunset?

For the video geeks: What do you use to shoot your timelapses? Also, do you prefer photo or video timelapses?

Leave a comment below!

Are you interested in saving as much money as possible on your next flight? Of course you are! Follow along with me and I’ll tell you which flight search engines you should be using to save the most amount of money on your next big trip.

Truth be told, there’s a skill to finding cheap flights on the internet these days. It’s all about where to look when it comes to finding the best deals. The problem is many people are just simply looking in all the wrong places.

Like a carpenter without tools, you’re useless!

When it comes to finding good deals on flights, you need to be equipped with the right tools. Simply Googling “cheap flights” is only going to result in you clicking on a site that has paid their way to the top of the search engine results. No good!

You need your own personal tool belt and I’m going to help you start building that right now. I’ll be sharing all of my favorite tips and tricks to finding the cheapest flights on the internet. These tips and tricks will now be known as “Tools” as we move along.

Below, you’ll find all of the tools that I currently have in my flight search tool belt and after you check out some of my personal favorites, you can pick and choose which ones you want to add to your belt.

Cheap Flight Search Engines:

Kayak.com is my number one flight search engine for a number of reasons. Not only does Kayak consistently provide me with the best deals, but it also has some really great search features like Buzz, Trends, Flexible Date Search, Price Alerts, and more. Kayak is my go-to flight search engine and it should be yours too!

DoHop.com is best known for it’s “linking” or “joining” of indirect flights. This allows you to find the cheapest flights by flying indirectly. This site is generally for those who have plenty of time on their hands and are willing to sacrifice sitting in an airport for a few hours in order to get the best bang for their buck.

WhichBudget.com is an excellent resource when it comes to searching for cheap flights online. Plug in your dates, departure/destination airports and find out which budget airlines fly your specified route. It’s as easy as that! WhichBudget is 100% FREE to use and there are no commission fees involved if you’re looking to  budget airlines.

Hipmunk.com - What I like most about Hipmunk is that when you search for flights, the results come up in a graph format. The graph results show which airlines that are flying your specified route on the dates that you’ve chosen along with the prices and amount of stops in between. Hipmunk is not something I use too often but I still recommend you check it out before moving on to the other honorable mentions below.

If you’re not finding the deals you’re looking for then be sure to check out the following cheap flight resources:

• Fly.com
• SkyScanner.net
• Mobissimo.com
• FlyTailIt.com
• FareCompare.com

Tips for Saving Money on Flights:

• Sign up for airline newsletters! Log on to your favorite airlines website and sign up for their email list. Every now and then you’ll receive an email with the latest deals. This is great simply for the fact that email newsletter subscribers usually get the news first when specific fares go on sale.
• Sign up for the free frequent flier programs of your favorite airline(s). I, personally, am not a member of any frequent flier programs so I don’t know a lot about how each FF program works. In saying that I know many people who swear by a few particular programs and really get the most for their money. I can recommend a frequent flyer genius to you, his name is Chris Guillebeau. Check him out and be prepared to be amazed.
• Scope out the forums over at FlyerTalk. There is so much incredible information regarding flying, hotels, frequent flier programs, etc over there it’s insane. You can and will be scouring through threads for days if it’s something you’re interested in.

How to Find Cheap Flights Video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Modh8ANPsNc