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How to Increase Youtube Subscribers the Natural Way

YouTube is one of the best marketing and business platforms available. While being successful and turning a profit from your activity does require a lot of investment, it is certainly possible.
If your subscriber count isn’t where you want it to be, there are several things that you can try out. Becoming more popular on YouTube will require posting quality content on a regular basis, as well as integrating your account with other social media platforms.

Next, we will discuss how to increase YouTube subscribers by highlighting a couple of efficient methods. Let’s get to it!

How to Increase Youtube Subscribers

Create Power Playlists

If you know a thing or two about YouTube, then you are aware of the difference that playlists can make when it comes to increasing the number of views and subscribers to your channel.
Regular playlists are great for guiding your viewers to watch everything related to a certain video that was published by you, but power playlists offer a couple of other perks.
The main one is that these are organized by topic. This essentially means that if you are posting videos on how to make pizza dough, homemade pasta, and a fantastic tomato sauce, the outcome of that power playlist will be – how to master Italian cuisine (for example).
In the long run, this will lead more people to subscribe to your channel and eagerly await your next upload.

The second important tip is that your videos should be longer than 10 minutes. Keep in mind that the idea is not to overwhelm your viewers with a bunch of trivia but rather provide them with useful information on the topic that you are discussing in that video.
Numerous studies suggest that the YouTube algorithm prefers longer videos, which means that once a random user types a certain topic (like Italian cuisine) in the search box, you are more likely to end up in the top 5 search results.

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Additionally, you will want to include an end screen in all of your videos. The main advantage of this feature is that you will be able to promote your content without being too aggressive, as the end screen shouldn’t last longer than 10 seconds.

Focus On Quality Rather Than Quantity

One of the most important tips when it comes to increasing YouTube subscriber counts is that your first goal should be to film videos that are useful or entertaining.
Yes, it is important to upload on a somewhat consistent schedule, but in order to build your audience, you will want to put 100% of yourself in every video that is uploaded. 
With this in mind, you will agree that it is close to impossible to offer uniform quality if you go for daily uploads right from the start.

Reply To Comments

No matter how ridiculous this may seem, interacting with your audience is one of the best ways to earn more subscribers. The reason is that you will not find a lot of YouTubers who are regulars when it comes to answering comments on their videos.
For this reason, you will want to use this method and try to reply to as many comments as time allows you, especially those that come right after you have uploaded the video.
Along with this, you should heart comments that you find intriguing and entertaining, as once again, that will let your subscribers know that you do care about what they have to say!

Tell Them To Subscribe

We are sure that there are at least a couple of YouTube channels that you watch regularly without being subscribed to them.

To prevent this from happening on your channel, you will want to remind those who are viewing your content to like, share, and subscribe. You can do this at the beginning and/or end depending on which you like better (up to two times per video).
To find out how to keep track of your YouTube subscribers, click here.

Summary

If YouTube is something that you are passionate about, then we absolutely support that you go for it!

READ: How To Make Money Writing Online

While earning your audience can be quite tough, especially in the beginning, delivering quality content and following the tips that we have mentioned above should help you get on a roll in no time!

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7 of the Best Beaches in Brazil Worth Visiting

When you think about South America, you can never forget to go to the best beaches in Brazil. It’s no surprise that this country is one of the most visited in the continent, not just because of the world cup craze and beautiful people, but also because of the amazing scenery and beaches they have.
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7 Best Beaches in Brazil

Here are some of the best beaches in Brazil that you need to add to your bucket list.

1. Baia do Sancho

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Baia do Sancho

Located in Fernando de Noronha, this beach is always on the top lists of many travel magazines. Many say it’s almost impossible to translate the beauty of this site into photographs. Everything, from the waves and the temperature of the water to the sand and the fauna and the birds flying over it, makes you feel like you are in paradise.

2. Baía dos Porcos

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Still located in Fernando de Noronha aka the Bay of Pigs. According to travelers, the water is crystal clear in this beach making it a good place to relax and enjoy the area. The access to the seaside can be a bit tricky but worth it. More notably, this is one of the most stunning beaches in Brazil and around the world. You can see turtles, rays, and sharks.

3. Jeri Beach / Jericoacoara Beach

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Jeri Beach

Located behind the hills of the west coast of Jijoca de Jericoacoara, Ceará, Brazil. The beach is spacious and is less crowded than most other beaches. The water is shallow so that you cant really swim here but most people come here for kite surfing. It’s also one of the best spots for sunset chasing.

4. Parque Nacional dos Lençóis Maranhenses (Lencois Maranhenses National Park )

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Lencois Maranhenses National Park

Imagine infinite fine white sand dunes with fresh translucent lagoons among it? This is Lençóis. It is like visiting another world entirely. The pristine waters of the dunes are amazing with sands as fine as table salt, it is truly an amazing panorama.  Mostly recommended for travelers who enjoy adventure and nature.

5. Lopes Mendes Beach

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Lopes Mendes Beach

Located in Ilha Grande, Rio, Brazil. A beach with white, powdery sands, and turquoise seawater. The beach is stunning with good surf to play in and shade all along the back edge of the beach. Boats aren’t allowed to anchor here thus you have to take a 15 min walk from a close by beach. To get to the beach, you need to hike from Abraao through the jungle for about 2 and a half hours. Best Beaches in Brazil

6. Copacabana Beach

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Copacabana Beach

You know that song, right? This is what the song is about. Located in the state of Rio de Janeiro, this has a long stretch of white fine sand beach with loads of bars too. People are selling souvenirs everywhere and full of Brazilian bronzed sun worshipers — this beach is one of the must-visit beaches in Rio.

7. Porto de Galinhas Best Beaches in Brazil

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Porto de Galinhas

Located in Ipojuca, Pernambuco, this beach is consistently voted one of Brazil’s best beaches thanks to its super crystal clear waters and natural rock pools. The beach is phenomenal and the natural pools are charming. To get to one of the pools, you need to hire a “jangada”, a small sailboat with a guide to have a tour of this wonderful and unique biome.
There are quite a lot to add to this list but these are 7 of the best beaches that can be visited in Brazil. Which one is your favorite?  Best Beaches in Brazil


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5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000

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Sharing my 5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya):

The Best Experience of My Life for less than P10,000

Contributed by: Xzarriane Lim 

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Sharing my first travel experience abroad in the land of smiles last June. People I've met from different walks of life, the thai culture experience, and the taste of local food absolutely spice up my life! Here's my complete guide and DIY itinerary:http://thegirlwanderer.com/index.php/2019/06/24/sharing-my-5d4n-diy-thailand-itinerary-bangkok-ayutthaya-and-pattaya/https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B7WSgjDgbGtdMGJPeXFRY3gzakk/view

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5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
Photo by Xzar Lim

5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary

📍 Day 1: Half-day trip to Ayutthaya

8:30 AM – Arrival at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Bangkok, Thailand
9:00AM- 10:00AM – Drop off baggage at Rabbitat hostel
10:00AM-11:00AM – Breakfast/Lunch
11:00AM-12:00PM – BTS to Victory Monument
12:00PM-12:30PM – Bus from Victory Monument to Mo Chit van station going to Ayutthaya
1:00PM – 2:30PM – Arrival at Ayutthaya
3:00PM – 4:00PM – Wat Mahathat
4:00PM- 4:15PM – Travel to Wat Na Phra Men
4:10PM – 4:30PM – Wat Na Phra Men
4:30PM – 5:30PM Wat Chaiwatthanaram
5:30PM-6:00PM – Travel to Ayutthaya train station
6:00PM-7:00PM – Dinner  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary
7:00PM – 9:00PM – Train to Bangkok
9:00PM – Back to dormitory
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📍Day 2: Pattaya

7:00AM – 9:00AM – BTS Phaya Thai to Mo Chit/ bus from BTS Mo Chit to Mo Chit bus station
9:00AM – 11:00AM – Minibus to Pattaya
11:00AM – 11:30AM – Check in at Arya Inn
11:30-12:00nn- Lunch
12:00nn-1pm – Rest at the hotel
1:00PM- 2:00PM – Travel to Nong Nooch Garden
2:00PM-3:30PM – Nong nooch Garden
3:30PM- 4:00PM – travel to cartoon network
4:00PM – 7:00 PM – Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark
7:00PM – 7:30 PM – Travel to Jomtien Beach
7:30PM-7:45PM– Visit Jomtien Beach
7:45-8:15PM – Back to Arya Inn  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary
9:00PM-9:15PM – Travel to walking street
9:15PM – 12:00 AM – Night life at Walking street
You can also check accommodations at Homes Pattaya for a better and relaxing stay experience.

📍Day 3: Bangkok

9:00AM – 9:30 AM – Travel to Roong Reuang bus station
10:00AM – 12:00NN – Arrival at Bangkok, Ekkamai
12:00nn – 12:30NN – MRT to Hua Lampong station
12:30nn-1:00PM – Check in at Chic hostel
1:00PM- 1:15PM – Bus to Chinatown  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary
1:30PM-3:00PM – Lunch at Chinatown (wag itry mas masaya pag gabi)
3:00PM – 3:30PM – Bus to Khao San Road
3:30PM – 6:00PM – Foodtrip at Khao San Road
6:00PM-6:30PM – Taxi to Platinum Mall
6:30PM- 8:00PM – Shop at platinum mall
8:00PM-9:00PM – Pratanum night market
9:00PM – 9:30PM – Taxi to Chic hostel
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📍 Day 4: Bangkok

7:00AM-8:0AM – Travel to Damneon floating market
8:00AM – 12:00nn – Lunch and shop at Floating market
12:00nn – 1:00pm – Back to hotel
1:00PM- 1:30PM – Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Trai Mit)
1:30PM- 1:45PM -Travel to Wat Pho
1:45PM-2:30PM – Wat Pho
2:30PM – 3:30 PM – Wat Chana Songkhram
3:30PM- 4:00PM – Trave to Siam Center
4:00PM-6:00PM- Explore Siam Mall and shop at MBK center
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8:00PM – 10:00PM – Foodtrip at Chinatown

📍 Day 5

6:00AM- 7:00AM – Train to Suvarnabhumi International Airport

5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
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▪️ EXPENSES

📍 Day 1 – Bangkok and Ayutthaya

▪️ DTAC simcard with 7-day unli Internet – 120 baht
▪️ Train from Suvarnabhumi International Airport to Phaya Thai
(45mins)– 45 baht  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary
▪️ Train to Victory Monument (15mins)– 15 baht
▪️ BTS Victory monument station to Mo Chit bus station (15mins) – FREE!
▪️ Bangkok minibus to Ayutthaya (1 and 1/2 hour)– 60baht
▪️ Motorbike rental for one day – 200 baht/2
▪️ Motorbike gas – 50 baht/2
▪️ Transpo to Ayutthaya train station (10mins)– 20 baht
▪️ Ayutthaya train station to Hua Lampong station (2hours)- 20 baht
Temples
📌Wat Chaiwatthanaram entrance fee(1hour) – 50 baht
📌Wat Mahathat entrance fee(30mins) – 20 baht
📌Wat Na Phra Men(10mins)- Free
Meal
Breakfast – 60 baht
Merienda – 40 baht
Dinner – 100 baht  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary

📍 Accommodation – dormitory female-shared room

Rabbitat Hostel – one train away from the airport, very clean, with comforter and aircon + free breakfast + walking distance from BTS Phaya Thai and Platinum mall– 300 baht
Ayutthaya expenses: less than 500 baht with food
Total expenses for day 1: 975 baht
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Check Rabbitat Hostel rates via BOOKING

5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
Photo by Xzar Lim

📍 Day 2 expenses for Pattaya:  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary

▪️ BTS Phaya thai to Mo chit – 30baht
▪️ BTS Mo Chit to Mo chit bus station – 7 baht
▪️ Pattaya minibus- 140 baht with baggage, 100 baht if no baggage
▪️ Taxi to Arya Inn – 120/2
▪️ Taxi driver transpo rental to Nong Nooch and Cartoon network– 800baht/2
📌Cartoon network entrance fee – 1250 baht
📌Nong Nooch entrance fee – 500 baht
▪️Accomodation – Arya Inn 750 for 2 persons
Far from station, but sobrang sulit ng bayad and malinis.
Meal:
Lunch – 150baht
Milktea – 60baht
Pad Thai – 80 baht
Total expenses for day 2: 3027 baht
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📍 Day 3 expenses – Bangkok

▪️ Truck to Roong Reuang bus station bus station – 10 baht
▪️ Pattaya bus to Bangkok, Ekkamai – 110 baht
▪️ BTS Ekkamai to Asok – 30 baht
▪️ MRT Sukhumvit – Hua Lamphong – 30 baht
▪️ Bus number 53 to Khao san road – FREE
▪️ Tuktuk to Khao san road from Chinatown – 200 baht / 5
📌Khao san road and Chinatown food trip – 300 baht
▪️ Taxi to Platinum mall 120 baht/2
▪️ Shopping – (?)
📌Taxi from Platinum mall to Chic hostel – 100 baht/2
▪️Accomodation -Chic hostel with free buffet breakfast and pool and very accessible. 200meters away drom MRT hua lamphong and walking distance to Chinatown– 1400 baht for 2 persons and 2 nights
Total expenses for day 3 – 1150 baht

5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
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📍 Day 4 expenses:

Free breakfast buffet
📌Tour package to Damnoen Saduak floating market with transpo, boat and roundtrip hotel transfer – 350 baht
📌Wat Trai Mit entrance fee– free
Bus number 53 to Wat Pho – FREE
📌Wat Pho entrance fee – 100 baht
📌Taxi to Siam center (20mins)– 100 baht/ 2
▪️ Shopping (?)
▪️ Taxi to Hua lamphong – 100 baht /2
📌Chinatown foodtrip – 300 baht
▪️ Tuktuk to Chic hostel – 100baht/2
▪️ Total expenses for day 4 – 900 baht
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Check out Arya Inn via BOOKING

📍 Day 5

Free breakfast buffet
MRT hua lamphong to Makkasan (20mins) – 20 baht
ARL Phetchaburi to Suvarnabhumi airport (30mins)– 40 baht
Total expenses for day 5 – 60 baht
Food – 40 baht
✔️ Thailand total expenses – 6152 baht = P9224.12

5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
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📍 TRAVEL TIPS ‼️

1. Mura lahat, kung wala talagang budget, mag-Bangkok na lang kayo kaya ng P3000 allowance
2.  Mag-book na agad ng hotel sa traveloka.com, accessible din via phone. You may download Traveloka app. Before booking, check first if accessible ba siya sa lahat, I suggest around Phaya Thai kasi acccesible sa airport and bts papunta ng Pattaya and Ayutthaya. It’s also better to book ahead of time para sure na safe sa immigration 
3. Madali mag-travel lalo na sa mga first-timer like me, kaya make-sure yung hotel niyo malapit sa BTS hindi sa Khao san road kung gusto niyo mag Pattaya and Ayutthaya. Pero kung Bangkok lang malapit sa temple yung Khao San
4. Research well! Lalo na sa mga temples kung worth it ba puntahan and malayo, download na rin yung bts map nila. Sobrang helpful
5. Same traffic sa Pilipinas akala ko joke lang
6. Hindi sila magaling mag-English, kahit nga ‘water’ hindi alam pero atleast ngingiti na lang sila haha
7. Mag-download ng offline translator at maps.me kasi nga ang hirap makipag-usap, yung driver namin hindi marunong mag-english so pahirapan talaga
8. Don’t use sentences when talking to them, they can only understand phrases.
9. Buy DTAC simcard sa airport instead of AIS, you’ll save 200baht unli net yun and sobrang bilis
10. Sometimes it’s cheaper to ride taxi kapag dalawa kayo than using train.
See here for KKday discounted entrance fees, tours, and activities in Bangkok

5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
Photo by Xzar Lim

11. Mag-bus para makatipid, minsan magugulat ka free pala. You can ask people from the hotel para alam mo na kesa mahirapan kang makipagusap sa locals sa labas.  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary
12. Scam legit ang TUKTUK, Yung offer nilang 500 kaya maging 80baht kung magaling ka, pero magtaxi kana lang comfy pa, mas mura unlike here. Ride Tuktuk only for experience, dont make it a habbit.
13. Be friendly to save money. Lalo na kapag sasakay kang tuktuk, you can join to other tourists na pupunta rin sa way mo.
14. Madaming tour package sa Khao San road na ‘baka’ makamura ka if makipagtawaran ka, gets nila na hindi natin afford pag nalaman nilang Pinoy tayo. Pero in our case medj naloko kami. We paid 350 baht for floating market tour with roundtrip hotel transfer, pero hindi kami sinipot but we were able to reimburse our money. kaya oks lang. You can try other alternative floating market na kaya namang i-taxi lang
15. The best experience yung foodtrip sa Chinatown. Mas sulit kesa sa Khao San.
16. You can’t enter temples kapag maiksi mga damit mo
17. Sobrang sarap ng milk tea sa 7 eleven, puro yelo lang haha
18.  Sobrang init, akala ko same lang sa Pilipinas pero 36 degrees kami nun 2 weeks ago. Sunblock will be your new bestfriend.
19. Expect mong mas mahal lagi price sa foreigners kesa locals
20.  Unahin niyo yung Bangkok para hindi masyadong pagod and mas maraming mapuntahan pa like Mini Siam sa Pattaya and more temples sa Ayutthaya and Bangkok.
21.  If you’re a solo traveller, mag-dorm kana lang. May tatlo akong nameet from diff countries, nagkakilala lang daw sila sa dorm
22. Shopping is life. Mas nag focus na lang kami sa shopping kasi sabi nila sobrang mura daw sa Thailand pero kapag kinonvert mo sa peso parang divi rin. Maganda mga damit sa Platinum para siyang 168kaya lang until 7pm lang siya. Sa MBK ka makakabili ng souvenirs, para siyang Gh.
See here for Klook’s discounted entrance fees, tours, and activities in Bangkok
5D4N DIY Thailand itinerary (Bangkok, Ayutthaya and Pattaya) for less than ₱10,000
Photo by Xzar Lim

📍 AYUTTHAYA

▪️ Walang sakayan ng van sa VICTORY MONUMENT sa Mo Chit lang!  5D4N DIY Thailand Itinerary
▪️ Mag-rent ng motorbike kung marunong, masaya sobra kalaban mo lang ang init.
▪️ If not, tuktuk bagsak mo, sali kana lang sa other tourists para mas makatipid. Be friendly to save money.
▪️ Or avail ka sa Khao San Road ng package madaming nagkalat dun, just make sure to give your number and your full address. Muka naman silang legit namali lang ata ng hotel samin
▪️ Agahan para maraming mapuntahan, 3 hours lang kami sa Ayutthaya pero sulit na siya kasi sobrang ganda nung dalawang temple.
▪️ Hanggang 6pm lang ang minibus so wag magpagabi kundi magtratrain ka
 May elephant dun kaso wala kaming time
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📍 PATTAYA

▪️ Sa Ekkamai kayo sumakay less hassle instead of Mo Chit
▪️Mahal mga pagkain dito kasi puro foreigners
▪️Night life at Walking street, wag mo ng i-try lol nagandahan lang ako sa aesthetic ng lights hindi ko alam ang pinasok ko, pero madami rin namang matinong bar 😂
▪️ Sobrang mahal ng Cartoon network pero sobrang sulit!
▪️ Sobrang ganda rin ng Nong Nooch!!!!!!
▪️ Walang transpo here kagaya ng Tuktuk other than private car, so magrerent ka talaga ng private car to Nong Nooch. Don’t try motorbike kasi sobrang layo.
 May elephant sa Nong nooch
▪️ May blue car sila na parang jeep.
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You may book your airfare through Traveloka.com, I got mine for almost P4200 roundtrip airfare. You may also check SkyScanner to see cheapest airfares or download their app.
If you’re afraid to travel alone, sa Thailand kakayanin mo sa dami ng tourists dun. Sometimes it is not about how beautiful the tourist destinations are, it’s how you made friends and memories along your journey.
This video sums up our experience in Thailand!
Feel free to pm me if you have questions.

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Korean Food Guide: 7 Dishes To Try During Your Next Visit

Among other things, South Korea is widely recognized for its advanced state of technology. But if you’re planning to visit at some point in your life, it would be a shame not to sample its amazing cuisine.
With this in mind, we’ve prepared a list of the most mouth-watering dishes you will come across:

1. Kimchi

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Back in the reign of the Silla Dynasty, kimchi was the spicy dish you were likely to encounter around every corner. This 2000-year-old classic is prepared by mixing salted and fermented cabbage with garlic, ginger, pepper, and scallion.
One variation of it includes swapping out the regular red cabbage for chopped radish. You could also decide to dial down on the spiciness as it can be too much for some people – be sure to let the waiter know.

2. Soy Sauce Crab

Both soy sauce and crabs are very much Asian, and having this delicious seafood marinated in it gets you a taste of what it’s like to dine in South Korea. As is the standard around this part of the world, you can expect your meal to arrive with rice toppings.

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What you may not expect is the crab tasting bitter and cold. But that’s how it’s supposed to be – you’ll get used to it over time.

3. Stir-fried Noodles

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It’s impossible to get the classic South Korean dining experience without trying their traditional stir-fried noodles at least once. Inside, you’ll find a mix of beef, shredded vegetables, stir-fried sweet potato, and a bit of sugar and soy sauce. It’s up to your preferences (and the chef) to determine the perfect mix. Some establishments may also choose to serve it with additional ingredients such as mushrooms.

4. Soft Tofu Stew


Typically served in a large stone bowl, this traditional meal comes with seafood, mushrooms, pork or beef, and some vegetables. But don’t think you need to stick to the tradition – feel free to substitute ingredients or add your own. If you want to go the traditional route, make sure not to leave out the raw egg that is placed on top of the stew.

5. Mixed Rice

A bowl of mixed rice is as South Korean as it gets. Think soy sauce, beef, vegetables, mushrooms, fried egg, and chili pepper paste. Once again, the dish can morph into what you want it to be in terms of ingredients. In fact, it’s not uncommon to see them vary depending on the region you’re in. Word on the street is that Tongyeong, Jeonju, and Jinju regions serve the best-mixed rice meals.

6. Samgyetang


In South Korea, don’t be amazed if you see someone eating a boiling hot dish in the middle of summer heat. The most representative one of these is samgyetang, a soup with chicken meat submerged in it. But it wouldn’t be South Korean without throwing a ton of spices in, so be prepared to burn what’s left of your taste buds.

7. Seafood Vegetable Pancake

If you believe vegetables have no place inside pancakes, this South Korean dish will change your mind. The secret lies in combining egg batter, green onions, rice flour, wheat flour, and seafood. Think about oysters, squid, clams, and shrimp, but as always, you are free to choose your own mix. Believe it or not, due to everything you’ll get inside, this easily counts as a main dish that will keep you full for hours on end.

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Be Careful In Public Places

A lot of times, the local South Korean restaurants will offer free Wi-Fi to entertain their guests. But before you connect to one, there are a couple of things you should know. For starters, anyone with even the most basic knowledge can intercept anything you send through such a network due to its public nature. Therefore, it’s not safe for exchanging sensitive information that’s often part of the process when shopping online or doing online banking.
But the good news is that you don’t have to cut them out of the equation entirely. Instead, make sure your VPN for Chrome or 크롬 VPN is enabled before using free Wi-Fi to browse online. This way, anything you send or receive to your device will be placed inside an encrypted tunnel, thus making it impossible to intercept.

Conclusion

South Korea is one of those must-visit destinations, so be sure to put it on your travel bucket list. As soon as borders reopen once again, you’ll be able to treat yourself to a nice holiday, taking in everything the country has to offer.

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5 Things to Know Before You Apply for Visa Online

When you travel to other countries either as a tourist, for higher studies or work purposes, a valid visa allows you to enter foreign shores legally. Some countries have agreements between them to enable their citizens to travel to each other’s nations without a visa freely.
Online visa services facilitate when your country of citizenship does not have an existing visa policy with the nation you intend to visit. Compelling travelers to apply for a visa enables authorities to scrutinize every visitor; thus, discouraging criminal activities and illegal immigration.
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Listed here are five vital aspects that must be in place even before you approach online visa platforms to procure your legal travel pass:

Possession of Genuine and Valid Documents

Your passport is only considered valid if it is not expiring at least six months leading up to your date of travel. Besides, each country has a mandatory set of documents that you must comply with, so read the detailed guidelines issued beforehand.

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Adding proof of your earlier travel to other countries further improves your chances of being granted the said visa. Ensure everything is systematically documented, and only authentic evidence that will strengthen your case is submitted.

Strong Justification for Your Purpose of Entry

Going all out to justify the type of visa you are applying for as a violation of visa rules is a serious offense. For instance, it is illegal for those in possession of a tourist visa to be working or studying in the country of travel. When traveling on business, documents from your employer must substantiate your claim.
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If you’re visiting your family or friends in the said country, submitting an invitation letter from the person residing along with their documents helps build your case. As a student, provide the admission letter issued by the Institute where your application has been accepted.

Ascertain Sufficient Provision of Funds

Submitting your bank statements highlighting your income, proof of investments, income tax returns, and recent payslips, prove your sound financial status.
Minors need to share a sponsorship letter from their parents or legal guardians as well as establish the latter two entities’ solvency. Unemployed persons, too, must submit a sponsorship letter along with the sponsor’s financial proofs when using online visa services.

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Prove That You Have Compelling Reasons to Not Overstay

Ownership of property, employment, and other commitments in your home country establish strong ties that will make you exit on completion of your legitimate stay. Evidence of this effect helps to convince the visa-issuing authorities that there is no hidden agenda behind your application. It rules out the scope of you illegally extending your stay or eventually making the visiting country your permanent base.
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Establish Your Medical Fitness

Visiting countries avoid issuing visas to foreign nationals who may prove to be a liability on them owing to their ill-health. To show you do not fall under this unfavorable category, submit evidence that establishes you are medically fit. It’s also advisable to buy health insurance that covers the duration of your trip.
Go about the visa procedure, in all honesty, to avoid being blacklisted by the issuing authority.

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Follow This Guide to Traveling Safe in Europe

There’s nothing like a European vacation, visiting medieval landmarks, lovely, quaint streets, and munching on delicious Western cuisine. Europe is among the top-rated tourist destinations in the world, showcasing unique landscapes and man-made infrastructure. 

More than the exciting nature escapade and tourist spots, travelers need to consider their safety when traveling to Europe. Overall, the region has low violent crime rates but tourists still need to be vigilant. 

Planning to go to Europe anytime soon? Here’s a guide to travel safely in Europe. From proper packing, carrying the right gear, paying attention to ATM machines, protests, and strikes. Read on to learn more.

Follow This Guide to Traveling Safe in Europe

Is Europe Safe for Travelers?

Europe is practically safe for tourists, but there are several areas that you must avoid to be safe from pickpockets. The number of tourists falling victim from pickpocketing is increasing, as the region has a massive share of talented thieves.

The last thing you want to happen is to lose all your pocket money and encounter a huge mess brought by thieves or snatchers. Therefore, educating yourself on the areas to avoid and things to do is important to prepare for the worst and avoid problems. 

Packing for Europe

Valuable possessions, like gadgets, jewelry, and money should be tucked away properly to avoid getting lost or stolen. For flights, you must have a hand-carry bag to keep gadgets, like a mobile device, some of your pocket money, cards, jewelry, or other important items. 

Separate some of your money in different bags to avoid losing everything in case you lose your hand-carry bag. In addition, there is anti-theft luggage that you can buy, having secret compartments for keeping cash, and other valuable possessions. 

Carrying the Right Gear

When going on a stroll or tour across Europe, the first thing to consider is carrying the right bag or gear. A money belt or neck wallet helps to keep cash intact. There are also bags with lockable zippers, which makes it harder for thieves to stick their fingers inside. 

Never use a bag without a zipper, and make sure to keep an eye on your belongings, especially in crowded places. Remember, tourist spots are packed with thieves waiting for the perfect opportunity to sneak into your belongings. 

Preparing for Theft

Always prepare for theft incidents and keep several copies of your passport, IDs, insurance, vouchers, addresses, transportation tickets. Ready backups and proof if needed in the airport, hotel, or other places. 

Just to be safe, leave your most valuable items at the hotel and don’t bring too many electronics. To easily make insurance claims, take pictures of your valuables ahead. 

Taking Precautions

The key to traveling safely is being vigilant and blending with the crowd. Dress appropriately and don’t sport too much wealth in public, especially in sketchy areas. Wear your bags in front of you in busy areas. 

Madrid, Rome, Prague, Paris, and Florence are the places that are packed with thieves in tourist spots and other public spaces. In fact, even children are doing several tactics to mug tourists, using cardboards to distract people. 

For withdrawing cash in ATM machines, be sure that no one is behind you when entering the PIN number. 

Mobile Apps to Download 

Technology can help you in a number of situations, including when you are lost in Europe. Be sure to download these apps for your trip to any European country. 

Pretty Streets

Download the Pretty Streets app to get detailed walking itineraries across Dublin, London, and Paris. Discover captivating streets, boulevards, and avenues, with custom maps to adjust to a user’s length of the walk. 

Omio

Search for flights, trains, and buses in 12 different European countries, using the Omio App. Users can access several options from thousands of airports or bus stations. 

The Fork

To avoid unnecessary conversations with sketchy locals, you can simply download The Fork app to find more than 30,000 restaurants across Europe. Menu items are published, along with reviews, photos, and other information. 

Follow This Guide to Traveling Safe in Europe

Conclusion

Traveling to Europe is totally safe, as long as travelers are vigilant and careful. There are authorities in every country or part of the city, therefore, you are practically safe. Just be mindful of your possessions, and always do research to avoid problems. 

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The Cliffhouse Laguna Hot Spring Resort | Review, Experience, What You Need to Know

One thing that most people are looking for is a place where they can do things together, closely, and at everyone’s eye reach. Not only that, but people are also looking for places that are not only packed with good facilities but are also picture perfect, also known as, “Instagram-able”. We found a place that’s exactly just like that and it’s located in Los Baños, Laguna, The Cliffhouse Laguna!

The Cliffhouse Laguna Hot Spring Resort

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The Cliffhouse Laguna is located inside Springdale Subdivision in Los Baños, Laguna, just a few meters after the exit ark from Pansol, Calamba, Laguna. It was a family resthouse that has been later turned into a profitable business as a resort that is best for groups. It’s located on a cliff with a great view of Laguna Bay and the surrounding environment of Los Baños, Laguna.

How to get to The Cliffhouse Laguna

Getting there is fairly easy as the subdivision where it is located is in the side of the road.
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1. From Manila (Buendia/Cubao), ride a bus heading to Sta. Cruz. Tell the driver to drop you off at Springdale Subdivision in Los Baños. (Less than ₱100)
2. From Springdale Subdivision gate, hire a tricycle (costs ₱50 per ride) and tell them to take you to The Cliffhouse Laguna.
3. OR from Springdale Subdivision gate, walk about 10 minutes. It’s just a straight path and the Cliffhouse Laguna is at the end of the road, to your left side.

What you need to know about The Cliffhouse Laguna

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1. The Cliffhouse Laguna is situated on a cliff and the views atop is magnificent and glorious. Makes you want to click your camera shutter all the time. But it requires energy when going up which is good for the heart.
2. The main selling point of The Cliffhouse Laguna is their infinity pool. The infinity pool is so gorgeous and beautiful even during the night plus it has a view of Laguna Bay, a perfect backdrop. A picture perfect place for Instagrammers and photo enthusiasts.
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3. The infinity pool’s temperature is thermal, so yes, it is a hot spring. The water is not cold, but a lukewarm temperature, makes you want to dip longer in the water. There’s also a part jacuzzi in the pool. Great bubbling experience.
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4. Near the pool is their videoke/karaoke room that you can use while you are renting the place. You can still sing your hearts out even when it’s past 10 PM because the neighboorhood is a few meters away. Yep, 24 hours videoke! There’s also a billiard table that you can use anytime you want.
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5. You can cook any meal you want. The use of LPG, stove, kitchen utensils and everything else are included in your rent. There’s also a provision for drinking water during your stay.
6. The living room is lit! A great place to just relax, or watch TV/movies if you’d not like to use the Karaoke and the pool.
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7. There are five (5) rooms in the resort. Three of them have great views (rooms 2, 3, and 4) of the Laguna Bay. While the two other rooms (rooms 1 and 5) are rooms with nice ambiance but doesn’t have a view of the lake. There’s a hot and cold shower, take note.

We stayed in Room 4. It was said to be the most favorite room by most people who rented the place as it was also previously the room of the owner. There’s a floor to ceiling glass walls that make it a perfect room to see the view from your bed. Imagine waking up in the morning with a nice view in front of you.

8. Rooms 3 and 4 has its own bathroom. Rooms and 1, 2 and 5, have shared bathrooms. There’s also a bathroom in the pool area.

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Room 4 Bathroom

9. The roof deck is also a great place to hang-out and hold events or reception when there’s an occasion. You can also see the 180° view of the Laguna Bay from this point of the resort. Totally amusing!

10. The in-house staff is accommodating and kind especially Kuya John. Do not forget to leave a tip for them if you found their service so good.
11. There’s also free WiFi and a good signal reception from Smart and Globe carriers.
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Here’s our short Facebook review:

“The views, the thermal pool, the rooms, the facilities, everything is worth every penny! It’s also easy to get to the place, just one ride away from Manila! We had such an enjoyable stay especially that you get to see magnificent views from The Cliffhouse Laguna and that you could do unlimited videoke all night long! This place is really perfect for large groups. That when you cut all the costs to every person in the team, it’s like about 500/person only. Highly recommended and commendable place!”
I really cannot see anything that needs to be improved because I see none, I mean, I know there should be at least one but all we had was a good experience. There was not even a corkage fee for all the food (and alcohol drinks) that you will bring and you are free to do anything you want. Please be aware though that there is a CCTV security camera to look out for your actions.
Please note also that this is a resort and not a hotel. So please bring your own towels and toiletries. There’s a 711 store nearby, just outside the subdivision, in case you run out of supplies.

The Cliffhouse Laguna Rates (and how to book)

Current Promo rates:
WEEKDAY DECEMBER RATES Promo
– Available only for Sunday to Thursday ( Except Holidays )

DAY TOUR 
8am to 6pm
15 to 25 Pax
Php10,000nett
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OVERNIGHT STAY 
8pm to 6am
15 to 25 Pax
Php12,000 nett
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FULL DAY (22 hour Stay)
8am to 6am or 7pm to 5pm
15 to 25 Pax
Php20,000 nett
Good for 15 up to 20 pax
Please call them for the AVAILABLE DATES
or message them thru their FB Page
Smart 0939-9036856
Globe 0917-5225168
Sun 0922-3752935
PLDT (049) 573-2989

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Discover How to Get Paid Just for Walking Outdoors

Getting outside and breathing in the fresh air is good for you, but did you know that you could get paid to do it? There are several apps that use a tried and true step counter to help you save money on purchases. 

One of these apps is Sweatcoin, which actually created its own digital currency to make the process easier. Sounds pretty cool, right? 

Before you download the app and lace up your walking shoes, you should learn everything you can about Sweatcoin. Keep reading to discover how to get paid just for walking outdoors.

Discover How to Get Paid Just for Walking Outdoors

Sweatcoin – What Is It?

Sweatcoin is one of the many new apps that act as an activity tracker and step counter by using your phone. The app converts your steps and minutes spent in the great outdoors using a special digital currency – sweat coins

You can then use these sweat coins to shop on the marketplace. There, you will find products, experiences, services, and even the ability to donate or exchange the coins with your friends. In essence, the more you walk outdoors, the more you will have to spend. 

How Does It Work? Features of the App

When you download the app, there are a few features that will help you collect and redeem your coins. Sweatcoin will always be running in the background, but it is gentle on the battery. It acts as a pedometer so that you get rewards for all your hard work.

Another feature is the marketplace. This is where you can go to redeem your rewards. There will be exclusive deals and discounts on this tab. It is also the only place you can spend the health-based currency.

If you want to get together with friends and start a competition, you can do that, too. All you have to do is connect with your friends, create a group, and start working towards those goals. There is also a leader board that you can monitor your progress with.

You will have the ability to set individual goals for yourself. When trying to elevate the challenge on a weekly or monthly basis, simply put your goal in and the app will keep you up to date on how you are doing.

There is also a crowdfunding feature. This will allow you to funnel your sweat coin to charities that you care about. After you have donated the coins, the app then transfers the money to the cause or charity in real currency. 

Pay & Discounts

The app is free to download and even free to use. Of course, the amount of sweat coins you earn is dictated by how much activity you engage in. The number of discounts you can receive is proportionate to that number. 

The redemption of these coins is free, as well, and you will also get daily rewards. When you have collected enough coins, you can head over to the marketplace and redeem them for a wide range of fun and useful products, services, and experiences. 

How To Get Started

Getting started is quite simple, actually. Just go to your device’s store and download the app. 

Then, you will be asked to create a profile. Once that is done, you can get out there and start earning your sweat coins. 

You will be able to keep track of your progress and even connect with friends to help keep you accountable for meeting your goals. If you are intrigued, then you can download the app for Android here and or iOS here

Remember to always wear your mask and socially distance for your safety, and for the safety of others.

Discover How to Get Paid Just for Walking Outdoors

Summary

Walking is a nice way to get some exercise and relieve stress. It is even better when you are in the outdoors taking in nature and getting a little sun. What would make that even better was if you could also get paid to do it. 

As you can see, that is completely possible with the use of the Sweatcoin app. It is simple to use and free to download. Now that we have helped you discover how to get paid just for walking outdoors, all that’s left is to get your sneakers on and get out there. 

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How To Save An Extra $1,500 For Travel In 2020: 3 Fun Strategies

Ready to cross that dream destination off your bucket list? As the world welcomes another decade, it’s natural to crave grand trips and adventures – whether alone or with your loved ones.  However, while it’s easy to daydream about discovering every inch of the world, actually funding your travel is a different case.

If you’re one of the many people who dream of seeing their dream destinations in 2020, it’s best to be prepared in advance. You will need to prepare the necessary capital that will fund your much-awaited trip. Whether you’re eyeing to go on a local tour or wanting to see popular spots overseas, now is the time to save up and prepare for the journey.

To help you complete your wishlist in 2020 without breaking your bank account, we have collected three fun strategies that will help you save an extra $1,500 for your next trip. Curious to know what these fun strategies are? Read below to learn about them.

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1. Set A Budget

What better way to start funding your dream travel other than setting a budget that will cover all your pre-planned tours and activities? Since traveling always comes with a cost, it’s best to know in advance how much money you will need for your next trip.

To do so, it’s wise to identify what you want to do and what you want to achieve during the trip. This includes identifying the place you’ll be going to, the day-to-day activities you’ll be engaging in, and the food you’ll be trying out during the trip. This way, you can have a rough estimate of how much money you’ll need. Thus, you can calculate how much cash you need to save before the time of the travel finally comes.

Not only will this help you set aside enough funds for your travels, but it will also enable you to follow a particular itinerary that will most likely prevent you from overspending during your trip.

2. Secure Extra Income From Freelance Work

Of course, saving money doesn’t come naturally to most people. For some, this means changing their lifestyle and sacrificing tons of other things (from their Netflix subscriptions to their extravagant “me” time). However, if you’re serious about setting out on a grand trip this year, it won’t hurt to try out some freelance work that will provide you extra income to add to your savings.

Although this might take up a portion of your free time, taking on freelance work doesn’t need to be all-out torture. With the presence of many home-based job opportunities available, you can now freely look for job positions that are related to your passion. Such jobs could include writing, editing, or even modeling. Not only will this help you save up the even bigger amount of cash for your 2020 travel, but it will also help you develop your talents in other fields as well.

3. Sell Some Of Your Belongings

Stumped on what you should do with your extra items? Instead of leaving them somewhere to break or rot, it’s best to make something useful out of them. Whether it be some rarely-used clothes, an old but still functional device, or some other unused items, it’s wise to put them up for a sale. Not only will this help you extract additional funds for your travel, but it will also allow you to skip the hassle of having to keep things that are no longer of use to you.

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The Bottom Line

New year, new travel! Whether you want to go on solo trips or a group escapade, it’s smart to save up some extra cash in advance in order to ensure that you’ll never run out of money. Be sure to keep these three fun strategies in mind when you decide to set out on a grand trip this year!

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