September, 2016

• 10 September

  This 5200mAh Mobile Charger Only Needs 15 Minutes to Charge

  

  One of my problems with portable chargers is that I only remember I want to take it with me a few minutes before I leave to go out.  I try to charge it last second and I get about a 3% charge on the device.  Which is not useful at …

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• 10 September

  Great Travel Apps, Traveling as a Dual Citizen, and Donuts. Lots of Donuts.

  

  I’ve learned in the travel world that it never hurts to ask.  In this case, I saw a great article about plane spotting and wanted to learn more.  Namely, the author mentioned that he uses a variety of apps for plane spotting. I was cheeky enough to ask if he …

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• 10 September

  Air New Zealand Flight Lands Safely After a Flat Tire

  

  One of the interesting things about being in another country on the other side of the world is seeing the news unfold while it’s happening.  Normally, this is a story that would pop up on my reader in the morning, but I heard about it as it was happening since …

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• 9 September

  Get GameMaker: Studio Professional for Only $1 (Over $100 value)

  

  Right now, there’s an amazing deal on GameMaker: Studio Professional. While this program retails for over $100 on Steam, for a limited time, you can get it for only $1.  That’s over 99% off. GameMaker: Studioâ„¢ PROFESSIONAL GameMaker: Studioâ„¢ PROFESSIONAL unlocks the full power of GameMaker: Studioâ„¢, giving you all …

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• 9 September

  Feeling Freaked Out When Up High and Totally Safe 

  

  I’m having lunch in the Sky Tower in Auckland,  and boy is this an experience. While I know I’m completely safe,  my body is not so sure.   I tried stepping into the glass floor on the tower and immediately had an adrenaline rush. I cannot express how much my …

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• 9 September

  Spend $55 on Jeans at Kmart, Get $60 Back in Shop Your Way Points

  

  If you were planning on making any purchase soon at Sears or Kmart, this is an amazing deal.  If you spend $55 on jeans, you can get $60 back through Shop Your Way points. Basically, this nets you a profit of $5 in Shop Your Way credit plus five pairs …

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• 9 September

  How FancyHands Helps Me Get Sold-Out Dinner Reservations

  

  I’m currently on a trip that I didn’t plan well for.  (But I’m having a fantastic time figuring it out as I go). I decided I wanted to grab lunch in one of the Sky Tower restaurants in Auckland, NZ.  The only problem is–their reservations are sold out. So I …

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• 9 September

  My First Flight in the Emirates A380

  

  Due to a last-second flight cancellation on my trip, I unexpectedly found myself on an Emirates A380 flight. Eager to share my experiences with the world, I tweeted out a selfie of me in my seat. My selfie was met with immediate support from the travel blogging community, including Gary …

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• 9 September

  Grab a Great Flight to Cancun / Caribbean

  

  There’s currently a deal going on where you can fly from the West Coast of the US to Cancun for less than $300 on Delta. Valid for travel until early November. Availability is limited. Must purchase at least 14 days in advance of departure Please note that while this fare …

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• 9 September

  Australian Airlines Ban Troublesome Smart Phone

  

  Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia have all officially banned the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from being turned on flights and from being in checked luggage. From Android Authority: The three airlines are Qantas, its budget arm Jetstar, and Virgin Australia. According to the airlines, the ban is a measure of …

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