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Ways to enjoy Birthdays and the Holidays despite COVID-19

WAYS TO ENJOY BIRTHDAYS AND THE HOLIDAYS DESPITE COVID-19

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WAYS TO ENJOY BIRTHDAYS AND THE HOLIDAYS DESPITE COVID-19

It is the year 2020, and it’s someone’s birthday somewhere, simultaneously, it’s  the holiday season for everyone (for me, both at once) see my first birthday away from home. Undoubtedly, it is supposed to be the happiest day/time of the year for most people.  Moreover, it is the time of year when families and friends get together to celebrate, reconnect, or hang out.  For many others, it is the time of year to escape on a much-needed vacation they have saved for all year.  However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 has proven itself to be a challenge.  Sadly, it’s a total bummer when it comes to socialising, partying or celebrating any special occasion.  Nevertheless, I will share with you ways to enjoy birthdays and the holidays despite COVID-19.

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the benefits of cooking as a hobby

The benefits of cooking as a hobby

THE BENEFITS OF COOKING AS A HOBBY

All treats in this article (the benefits of cooking as a hobby), were made solely by me the solo traveller; CoraDexplorer. 🙂

THE BENEFITS OF COOKING AS A HOBBY

What do you do when your number one hobby becomes null and void due to the Covid-19 pandemic?  If you are like me, you will move on to plan B or your second favourite hobby. What’s mine?  Cooking, of course!  From travelling to cooking, is now my current plan B tagline and go-to comfort.  Read on and discover some of the benefits of cooking as a hobby, especially during COVID-19.

Some people have many hobbies and are adjusting quite smoothly during this COVID-19 pandemic.  Notwithstanding, many are now searching to find a hobby that will keep them involved, active, and fulfilled at the same time.

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15 survival tips for hotels during COVID-19

15 SURVIVAL TIPS FOR HOTELS DURING COVID-19



15 SURVIVAL TIPS FOR HOTELS DURING COVID-19

15 Survival Tips for Hotels During COVID-19

Stop! Don’t close your hotels/apartments/guesthouses and place your employees on the breadline.  Find innovative ways to improvise and keep your doors open and employees on the payroll.  I will share 15 survival tips for hotels during COVID-19, which also applies to all B&B’s and travel/vacation lodgings.  

With the implementation of some of these tips, not only will you survive but thrive during this pandemic.

Many hotels worldwide have already closed (some temporarily), and others are contemplating permanent closure. 

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12 Must-see bucket list countries


12 MUST-SEE BUCKET LIST COUNTRIES

12 MUST-SEE BUCKET LIST COUNTRIES

Out of fascination, or what we have heard or read about some countries, we bucket-list them as dream destinations.  Whether the countries are nearby or far, has friendly people or not, expensive or economical.  Something about some countries intrigues and beckons us into wanting to visit.  It may be due to its history, its cultural aspects, or sheer beauty, but we all want to see ourselves.  I have visited these countries, among others, and was quite impressed and happy I did.  Let’s be real! Travel is almost dead for 2020 due to COVID-19.  So, here are 12 must-see bucket list countries you should visit and why.  This, for when hopefully, there should be a full resumption of travel in 2021.

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Top 10 Favourite Travel Destinations


TOP 10 FAVOURITE TRAVEL DESTINATIONS

MY TOP 10 TRAVEL FAVOURITE DESTINATIONS

What do you do when you cannot fulfil your wanderlust due to COVID-19 restrictions?  Nothing but to reminisce about the excellent times you’ve had in your previous travels.  The inspirational and beautiful places traversed, the foods, cultures, and peoples encountered.  All this keeps the memories and hopes alive for a resumption of travel soon.  In this article, I will share my top 10 favourite travel destinations and why I choose them.  I will also share all the other components that made my trips memorable, from the 60+ countries I have visited. 

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planning to travel during COVID-19.

Planning to travel during COVID-19

PLANNING TO TRAVEL DURING COVID-19

RESEARCH, PLANNING AND PREPARING TO TRAVEL DURING COVID-19

We all have planned vacations or business trips and know the drill of successfully executing them.  However, this time we will have to do so with added cautious measures.  Here are some steps and guidelines to follow when planning to travel during COVID-19.

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DOs and DON'Ts During the Pandemic

DOs & DON’Ts DURING THE PANDEMIC

Dos and Don'ts During the Pandemic

DOs AND DON’Ts DURING THE PANDEMIC

We are all currently living with some restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Some much-needed adjustments and personal choices are now taking place during this uncertain period.  How to avoid personal mistakes and choices that can affect you during and or after the pandemic!?  I will share with you some dos and don’ts during the pandemic, advice you may not readily hear from your medical professionals or your Heads of States.  Remember, we all will have to live with the consequences of the choices we are currently making, post-pandemic.

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20 Positive Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic



20 POSITIVE EFFECTS OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

20 POSITIVE EFFECTS OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The coronavirus pandemic is bad news for the world, especially travellers, and by extension the travel industry.  It has caused lots of job losses, worldwide economic crises, isolation, and many deaths.  Nonetheless, despite all this, some very clear and positives effects are now visible due to the enforced quarantine measures around the world.  The common tagline “Stay home and save lives”, due to the contagiousness of the virus, has caused many to dig deep inside to learn how to cope with the COVID-19 lock-down.  However, out of bad “cometh” some good and opportunities for greater change.  So, here are 20 positive effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, that are quite visible to many worldwide.

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25 WAYS TO COPE ALONE DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCK-DOWN

25 WAYS TO COPE ALONE DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN

25 WAYS TO COPE ALONE DURING CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN

We are all living the “new normal” stemming from the Novel coronavirus pandemic, and many people are finding themselves alone.  This is due to social distancing, self-isolation, quarantine and or mandatory “lock-down” by authorities in most countries, to help “flatten the curve” and decrease the transmission risks of the coronavirus (COVID-19).  We are all social beings and no matter the age group, we need to be interactive in some way with each other, however physical interactions are currently discouraged.  Below I will explain what is meant by each term concerning the coronavirus and share 25 ways to cope alone during coronavirus lockdown..

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CORONAVIRUS SCARE – TRAVEL OR NOT TO TRAVEL!?

CORONAVIRUS SCARE - TRAVEL OR NOT TO TRAVEL!?

COVID-19 PANDEMIC

CORONAVIRUS SCARE - TRAVEL OR NOT TO TRAVEL!?

The coronavirus, now declared a pandemic, is a big disruption to my travel plans!  This is how I honestly see this “disease”.   I am part of many social media travel groups and it appears that lots of these “travel addicts” are not one bit phased by the threat of the novel coronavirus nor flight disruptions.  I am here to discuss the overall subject, Coronavirus scare – travel or not to travel, and to share some other useful tips and hints regarding the novel coronavirus.  

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