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Q1 via @CharlesMcCool
When you travel to new destinations, what sources do you use to discover local places to visit? #TTOT
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Q1 via
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When you travel to new destinations, what sources do you use to discover local places to visit? #TTOT
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Q1. via @CharlesMcCool When you travel to new destinations, what sources do you use to discover local places to visit? #TTOT
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Good evening, late here and i’m seriously looking forward to the time change so I can follow a bit more live again, anyhow I will try to stay awake and chat with you. Excited to join #TTOT out of my bed tonight 😊😴
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Q1 via @CharlesMcCool When you travel to new destinations, what sources do you use to discover local places to visit? #TTOT
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Q1 via @CharlesMcCool When you travel to new destinations, what sources do you use to discover local places to visit? #TTOT
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RT @VisitGreecegr: Good night from Platanes Beach, Rethymno. #VIsitGReece #ttot #travel https://t.co/935BHJDN0n
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Q1 via @CharlesMcCool When you travel to new destinations, what sources do you use to discover local places to visit? #TTOT
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replying to @TravelDudes @TravelDudes @CharlesMcCool A1: We usually research Google maps, then we drive and see first hand; and will review a few blogs. #TTOT
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A1: Twitter and esp. chats like this are a good way to talk to travel friendly folks and ask about tips. Once there it is best to talk with people at your hotel or restaurant folks or just find people anywhere you are.
#TTOT
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A1. When I'm planning a trip I read blog posts and travel articles about the destination. When I'm there I might google nearby restaurants. For things to see and do I check the destination's tourism website and usually they have a brochure available, or even signs posted #TTOT
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RT @thebooktrailer: Confession time this #traveltuesday
What do #writers and #authors get up to when not writing?
When on the road?
@sandyb…
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replying to @Fit_life360 @Fit_life360 @TravelDudes @CharlesMcCool Hi Shannon! So excited to see you are joining in this chat! I just came on as a co-host #TTOT
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replying to @SonjaSwissLife @SonjaSwissLife @CharlesMcCool A1: on recent trips I've found Google Maps / reviews to be really useful. Found some great bars / restaurants via google, such as this bar in Helsinki in May 😁 #TTOT
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A1: A million ways, I usually order a @lonelyplanet once I know where to go, read it, make a list of places to visit which I source online after using #travelblogs @TripAdvisor etc. but I like the haptic of a book at the first point 😇 @SonjaSwissLife @CharlesMcCool #TTOT
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A1 An excellent source is Servas International, non-profit org where members offer their homes & cultural exchange free for travellers all over the world https://t.co/Pf2yUHCNBb
Motto: ‘Open Doors for Peace and Friendship’ #TTOT Image @pixabay
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Where to Stay in Wanaka: The Most Unique Accommodation for Marvelous Memories #travel #ttot https://t.co/uQs3Gnv2Xn
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RT @SonjaSwissLife: A1 An excellent source is Servas International, non-profit org where members offer their homes & cultural exchange free…
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RT @BrightNomad: #TipTuesday
Find trains, buses and flights in Europe from one single website: https://t.co/DP9gWJI53B
#ttot #traveltips…
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replying to @SonjaSwissLife @SonjaSwissLife @pixabay This is great! Thanks for sharing! #TTOT
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replying to @Adventuringgal @Adventuringgal @TravelDudes @CharlesMcCool Well, well, you sure are making the rounds girl! ha lol lol! Awesome! I'll support ya anyway I can my friend! #ttot
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RT @iamvagabond: A1: Twitter and esp. chats like this are a good way to talk to travel friendly folks and ask about tips. Once there it is…
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replying to @Adventuringgal @Adventuringgal @CharlesMcCool A1 Definitely travel blogs! And then I usually find some awesome stuff on Pinterest or Instagram. And Youtube is great too! Especially loved finding The Honest Guide before moving to Prague! #TTOT
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Q2 via @AardvarkSafaris
How do you support locals with your travel spending? #TTOT
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A2: I try to support with buying local products incl food at markets. I hate tours but if, I go for small local companies not the big ones. Best experience ever been in Iceland, going into the glacier with Vigfús. https://t.co/aseK14j566
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replying to @TravelDudes @TravelDudes @CharlesMcCool Sometimes @Expedia suggestions and @TripAdvisor #TTOT #traveldudes
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RT @TIBTraveller: A2: I try to support with buying local products incl food at markets. I hate tours but if, I go for small local companies…
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replying to @TIBTraveller @TIBTraveller @iamvagabond @aardvarksafaris Sometimes even a local individual will do a tour of something and I've found it helpful for all the historical info :) #TTOT
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replying to @TravelDudes @TravelDudes @aardvarksafaris A2 Definitely try to eat local and shop local as much as possible while travelling. Not only does it support the local economy but it's more authentic and more environmentally friendly! #TTOT
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replying to @tspadventure @tspadventure @CharlesMcCool Make a board on Pinterest and then never have time to read all the pin links 🤣🤣🤣 #TTOT
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replying to @TIBTraveller @TIBTraveller @iamvagabond @aardvarksafaris Now that is an epic tour! #TTOT
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replying to @TIBTraveller @TIBTraveller @iamvagabond @aardvarksafaris So awesome! This is great! Thanks for sharing. #TTOT
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RT @TIBTraveller: A2: I try to support with buying local products incl food at markets. I hate tours but if, I go for small local companies…
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A2: One easy way is to eat local in small family owned restaurants. Good food usually and great stories when you get to talk to local folks there or the owners.
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A2 I try to eat at locally-owned restaurants and support local businesses when shopping. These are also the best places to eat and to shop! #TTOT
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replying to @rahanas07 @rahanas07 @CharlesMcCool #TTOT A1. Usually buy a guide book and just walk around based on that) also for city tours hop on hop off busses are great
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replying to @itineriville @itineriville @rahanas07 @CharlesMcCool I LOVE guide books. I usually take out about 10 from the library 😆 #TTOT
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A2 I always try to stay in independent hotels, hostels or guest houses, eat in independent restaurants & purchase local handicrafts. #TTOT Image @SonjaSwissLife
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replying to @Adventuringgal @Adventuringgal @aardvarksafaris Usually shop at the markets for fresh items; or stop by these unmanned fruit stands in #Hawaii Hawaii; and you leave $$ in the drop box and take your food. #TTOT
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replying to @TIBTraveller @TIBTraveller This is a coffee shop in Winona, Minnesota called the Blue Heron! Such a cute place, local artists on the walls #TTOT
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A2. Chose independent restaurants and cafes, shop at independent boutiques, street markets or at a minimum chains specific to the country, chose independent tour providers. #ttot https://t.co/Np4GiFhDft
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