5 Ways To Stay Safe Traveling Solo

We could all do with a break now and then, but there always seem to be something in the way. One of the most common excuses people give for not traveling is that they don’t have anyone to go with them. Thankfully, you can just as easily head off on your own. Solo travel is fun, freeing, and one of the best ways to see the world. Unfortunately, many people avoid traveling alone out of fear for their safety. With that in mind, here are four ways you can stay safe traveling solo. Yes, it is fun to travel with someone, but when you travel solo, it is a different kind of freedom. You can plan your own time, you don’t have to be worried about being late, you can see the places you wanna see. There is no one you have to answer to. 
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Why A Road Trip Is A Great Way To Travel

When our Argentinian friend came to visit us in Latvia for the third time, we knew that it means one thing. A road trip is in order.

When it comes to travel, most people seem to go for the default option of traveling by plane, and whilst this certainly makes sense in a lot of ways and definitely helps you get there a lot faster, it’s also not the only option to get you where you need to go, so if you’ve ever considered the idea of going on a road trip then in this post I am going to share with you some of the reasons why a road trip is a great way to travel – especially for longer distances. Even though Latvia is small, we consider a way from Riga to Liepaja a legit road trip. 

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Improving Your Portrait Photography

No one could ever say that he or she is the best photographer in the world. Because there is no such thing. It is all about learning every day and improving your skills and getting better than you were the day before. Portrait photography might sound simple, but becoming a great portrait photographer takes work. Portrait photography can help you to create some beautiful shots and helps you bring the subject to life. Whether you want to take better photos of your friends and family or you’re a professional photographer marketing your craft, the following tips can help you improve your portrait photography to produce some incredible photographs. 

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14 Reasons why Slovenia should be on Your Travel List 2019.

What is Slovenia? A small country surrounded by Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia. Pretty surprising, huh? It has the Alps. It has the Adriatic Sea. And, oh, so beautiful nature. So many things in a country of 20,273 km2. And, yes, it is not Slovakia. So why should you visit Slovenia in 2019? Here are some reasons for that:

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Money Saving Tips For Young Adults

As we get older, we often think about what we’d say to our younger selves, who are just starting out on the path to adulthood. With no commitments like a mortgage or children to tie us down, we could spend money the way we wanted to spend it. However, we also realise that later in life, we want to settle down, buy a home and maybe have a family. And for all of this you need money. So how can you save money but still enjoy your youth?

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How To Take Better Photos In Low Light

Low lighting can often result in blurry photos. Here are a few tips for improving your photo quality when shooting somewhere that’s dark or dimly-lit.

Use flash strategically

Using a flash is an easy way to brighten up a dimly lit setting. However, flash doesn’t always produce the more flattering results. When it comes to photographs of people it can have a tendency a highlight warts and all when used close up. Of course, with the right distance and the right angle, it can produce stunning photography. You’ll find plenty of flash photography tips online. This could help you to learn techniques such as bouncing light.

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