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What do you wear to Seven Magic Mountains?

Seven Magic Mountains is an art installation located in the Nevada desert, and the weather can be quite hot and dry. Therefore, it is recommended to wear comfortable and breathable clothing, such as shorts, t-shirts, and sandals or sneakers. You may also want to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. It's also a good idea to bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated. While there is no strict dress code, it's important to dress appropriately for the weather and…

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What is global entry?

Global Entry is a program that allows pre-approved travelers to expedite the process of entering the United States.To apply for Global Entry, you must be a citizen or national of the United States, Mexico, or Canada and have a valid passport. You can also be a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.Once you have applied for Global Entry and been approved, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete your interview appointment at any U.S. Customs and Border…

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What is the most historical place in india?

The most historical place in India is the Taj Mahal. The Mughal emperor Shah Jahan commissioned the building of this beautiful mausoleum for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died while giving birth to their 14th child. The Taj Mahal took 22 years to build and is considered one of the world's most iconic buildings.Other historical places include the Red Fort in Delhi and Qutub Minar in Delhi. These sites were built during the Mughal Empire and are known for their architectural beauty.

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The Ultimate Travel Writing & Photography Retreat, Charleston, South Carolina, June 18-21, 2022

The Ultimate Travel Writing & Photography Retreat, Charleston, South Carolina, June 18-21, 2022If you want to boost your travel writing skills to a new level this workshop is for you. We'll focus on travel writing and photography - how to write exciting travel stories and create photo galleries that editors will love. This interactive course features lectures, writing exercises, in-the-field tours, group readings & discussions, and hands-on experience. You’ll also receive on-on-one feedback and…

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  • Ed, that's the other thing. I don't have time to maintain my website. I still have paying gigs, so I don't want to uncut myself by posting material on my website when I can still sell it to other markets.

     

    Are people using social media to replace querying?

     

    At a travel conference last August I heard of one woman who has 900 followers on Twitter even though she's never posted anything. 

  • Ed, you're right, SM does keep your name out there. It's much easier to get a power blogger to review a new book when they already know my face and my style from being social on web. I just can't stay balanced doing it professionally on the road. I concentrate on relationship building and RTing great posts during my home "work" days when i have two big monitors to display several mediums at one time and i don't accidentally push "send" before my thoughts are complete. This is a newer revelation as i am trying to make 2011 the year of intentional passion, not just passion. It's easy to just jump in and ride the wave of SM willy-nilly. I was there. Still, it is an adventure...

  • I'm pretty much with Michelle ("Kids") on the "na, na" factor. But I find social media immensely useful. It keeps me in the loop on what other people are doing, it keeps my name out there, and there's one more little thing: When I post a link to something on Twitter, FB, and Tripatini, that page gets a huge spike in visitors, as measured by GoogleAnalytics. And as Shakespeare said, That's a telling disputation.
  • replying to Allan's comments about travel writers and SM time: after one year of frantic Twitter and then FB daily presence i came to the same realization: if you're commenting about where you are it's kindof like saying, "na, na, you're not here and i am!" Like you, I'm fried at end of day (altho my fry zone happens after 9pm most travels as i also weave in speaking engagements and educator show booths into many of my travels these days). I like to write at day's end and mornings beginnning and SM takes that time away from me. If i do SM, i'd rather check in on close friends and family so i feel connected to home and balanced.
  • No, the curling iron et al, is not me at all, but I once travelled with a woman who had AN ENTIRE extra suitcase for her makeup and hair care products. AND she got the guys on the trip to carry it for her! 

    I decided when I started this gig nearly twenty years ago that I would only take as much as I could handle myself. I tell you, sometimes it gets to be a close call, but I manage. 

  • Buzzy - it sounds like you're talking about relationship building. I do that with emails. I know emails are old-fashioned, but I'm keeping it simple.
  • This was the bag that gave out. The PR woman from Cathy Pacific and I crouched down behind other bags to miss being hit by handles and screws and straps flying everywhere and bouncing off the walls.

     

    BTW, I don't care how petite you are: I'm not lifting your bloody bag into the overhead bin, in and out of SUVs, or up stairs because this rural resort we're at: a) doesn't have bellmen, and b) doesn't have an elevator.

     

    Who takes a curling iron, hair dryer and steamer to an eco resort? (Sorry Sally, I was projecting, I know it wasn't you.)

  • Oh, but I'm a very tidy packer. When it's in there nothing will shift it.
  • Oh Sally, I've travelled with your ilk! In Hong Kong one writer's luggage exploded on us in an elevator. Bits of it went flying like shrapnel.

     

  • No heavy lifting, Allan? You haven't seen my suitcase after a destination with good shopping!
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