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Travel is Good for the Soul. Here’s Why

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  Ever heard of the saying “You need a vacation?” We bet you have. But do you really need a vacation? Here’s how to tell. Do You Feel Tired All the Time? Fatigue is caused by a number of things, but what if there’s nothing physically  wrong with you? Let’s say you’ve been feeling down lately. You feel blue: nothing cheers you up, you aren’t interested in anything you’re doing, and you feel exhausted all the time. It’s not your body—it’s your inner soul yelling at you to take a break. A change of scenery and some fun time outdoors is sometimes all you need as therapy. And speaking of the outdoors... Are You a Home Worker? Whether you’ve been working from home during the pandemic or are someone who works from home anyway, being cooped up in one space for an extended period of time can be exhausting. You’re going to end up feeling frustrated and trapped—because that’s how claustrophobia works. Nobody is pulling a jigsaw on you and trying to trap you in a room whose walls are clos...

Did You Know that the Largest Mexican Market is in San Antonio?

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When you ask people for top places to visit in San Antonio, the recommendations you’d get will include the San Antonio River Walk, the Alamo, the Japanese Tea Garden, the San Antonio Museum of Art, and the McNay Art Museum. Some adventure enthusiasts may also recommend Natural Bridge Caverns. These places are definitely worth a visit, but we’re going to talk about a place that doesn’t get the attention it truly deserves— El Mercado’s shopping district.   Do you know that San Antonio has the world’s largest Mexican market? Nor did we, until we went there, and boy, it was a fantastic experience. Casual, colorful, and distinct—this place represents the Mexican heritage as well as San Antonio’s vibes. Here’s all you need to know: El Mercado’s shopping district in San Antonio San Antonio has a rich Spanish colonial heritage that dates back centuries ago.   It has a colorful blend of Mexican and Texan culture. Much of its population is of Mexican descent, and many are Spanish-speaki...

Vegas 2021: Planning Your Trip

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  Now that 2020 is behind us and a travel boom is expected in 2021, we’re sure you have your sights set on some places you’ve wanted to visit since forever. And if one of these cities happens to be Las Vegas, we’ve got some helpful ideas! Plan Ahead There are two kinds of travelers: those who plan in advance, and the stupid ones. You don’t want to be the latter. Planning ahead entails taking care of the following way ahead in time: -   Hotel room booking -   Luggage storage options -   Plane tickets -   Budgeting -   Timelines -   Packing and shopping And these aren’t the only essential pre-travel preparations. Some of them you don’t even think about until it’s too late—things like applying for leaves at work, or ensuring you don’t have major deadlines coming up right around the corner. Make a List According to Your Budget While it’s nice to “follow your instincts,” and “go with the flow,” those catchphrases don’t work too well in real life. Vegas is a...