Tomileko's Travel Blog

So I’m going to break down how to take those stunning, Instagram-worthy photos if you travel by yourself, as well as ways to go about asking a stranger, who to look for, and what you can do to ensure someone you just met can take a quality photo for you. Pictures tell a thousand words of stories that we hardly do justice for without graphic evidence. In a perfect world, I’d be married to Idris Elba  we’d all be able to hire private photographers to follow us everywhere on trips, snapping every staged  candid moment, and making us look like the supermodels. But alas, ’tis not the case, so listen up my unphotogenic  lovely lilies, a mind-blown you awaits on the other side of this post  1. IN ANGLES WE TRUST When near a popular monument, make sure you tell the person to place the camera just a few feet above the ground and angle it upwards. If by yourself, place your camera on the ground against a rock, or anything that can prop it.     By angling it upwards

1) Know when to book airfare How far in advance? Start by researching when high and low seasons are, and if possible, try to go during low season for the cheapest flights and hotels. For domestic flights:   “There’s such a thing as booking too early,” says Rick Seaney, CEO and cofounder of online research tool FareCompare. “Airlines don’t really begin managing their domestic flights until about three months in advance—that’s when they start releasing the more affordable seats.” The sweet spot, he says, lies between three months and six weeks in advance. For International flights:  On average it’s best to book nine to ten months in advance for flights to Asia, about six months before a trip to South America. Note that this advice isn’t always completely accurate and it really depends on your exact destination. Which day is cheapest? We’ve all heard that buying your tickets on a Tuesday, or Wednesday at 1am is your best bet for a cheap fare, but the Airlines Report

Imagine the most over-the-top hotel you’ve ever seen, and then multiply it by 100. That’s what you’ll find at Sandals’ just announced foray into the luxury all-inclusive space. While it’s true th at the Caribbean has about a dozen resorts none so far are exactly in the style of the famous resorts on Bora Bora or in the Maldives. The Caribbean doesn’t have many of the right sort of volcanic islands where it’s safe to build luxury bungalows on stilts over turquoise lagoons, but it does have some wonderful alternatives.  The good news is that starting November 2016, the Caribbean is finally getting some amazing overwater bungalows at an all-inclusive Sandals resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica. These 5 overwater bungalows are very expensive.  I f you are primarily interested in going to a beachfront resort in the Caribbean. The  Over-The-Water Suites  at Sandals Royal Caribbean in Montego Bay, Jamaica,    is changing the all-inclusive game by adding these overwater bungalows to thei

     “We take photos as a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone.” Out of all the things to bring home from your travels, your photographs should ALWAYS be what you treasure the most. No Eiffel Tower keyring or flea market anklet compares to the millions of pixels that come together to form that one precious travel memory.  Capturing and physically (or digitally) preserving a moment in time isn’t something we should take for granted. Sure, we have it easy these days. We can go snap happy without the anticipation of waiting for photos to be developed or fears of our film being ruined. Yet despite the accessibility and ease of digital photography, one thing has not changed. No matter rapidly technology advances, we still will never have the ability to go back and capture that exact same moment in our lives again (unless time travel comes to play- a girl can dream). This makes it imperative to get those travel photos right the first time! No one wants to look back on blurry, over-expo

While Travelling, There’s the organised lot that packs in advance, checks and double-check their bags the night prior and only feels at ease when they’re seated at the gate an hour before boarding. Then, there’s those of us who roll out of bed, practically sleepwalk through security and get to the gate right as the flight is boarding. Which do you fall into? WHEn TRAVELING, THERE ARE A FEW SPECIFIC “NEEDS” THAT YOU PLAN FOR. You need to be  entertained  (or productive),  You need to be  comfortable  – and on return-flight , YOU ABSOLUTELY NEED to be close to a  bathroom … And/or to be medicated.  With the holidays upon us, I know you’ve got a trip or two around the corner. So with that, I thought I’d share an updated version of  the   perfect packing list  — as well as a (printable) check-list to help you  travel like a boss  this season: First things first: The bag.  Your closest companion and in-flight BFF. Advisably use a reversible tote bag.

   Your twenties are the best time to travel! You usually have fewer responsibilities, you aren’t quite settled down, and you’re filled with this undeniable longing to see the world! There’re so many travel opportunities for young people, you’d be missing out if you didn’t look into them! Take it from me, I’ve been to 25 different countries on 5 different continents, and I’ve mastered the art of traveling for less. Stay in hostels Honestly, Hostels are so much fun! There are a lot of different options for different budgets, ranging from 10+ people dorm rooms, or small privates. Usually, hostels involve a shared bathroom situation, but as long as you remember your shower shoes it’s no big deal! Who spends time in the hotel when traveling anyway? You’ve got to be out exploring! Hostels provide a great opportunity to meet other travellers and stay in a great location without the harsh price tag! Workaway There’re so many programs out there now for wor