Experience at a Hostel

December 8, 2024December 24, 2024 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

The author's frugal travel journey highlights the challenges of budgeting while exploring new places. Staying at Washington DC's Caravan Hostel fostered a sense of belonging, enriching the travel experience through communal meals and vibrant interactions with fellow travelers. The hostel emphasized safety and cleanliness while nurturing a welcoming community, allowing guests to connect and share cultural insights. Overall, hostels provide unique opportunities for personal growth, adaptability, and meaningful relationships during travel.

IPT’s emergencies abroad

December 29, 2023March 4, 2024 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

Solo traveler shares experience encountering inappropriate behavior abroad, stresses importance of safety and reporting incidents.

Be a “Traveler,” Not a “Tourist.”

July 31, 2023May 15, 2025 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

The distinction between "tourist" and "traveler" lies in behavior, appearance, and purpose. A "traveler" dresses modestly, blends in with locals, and seeks to understand the culture deeply, whereas a "tourist" may stand out and prioritize sightseeing. To become a mature, responsible "traveler," experience as a "tourist" is beneficial.

Travelers Opportunities

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While some frequent travelers (like me) missed traveling dearly for traveling in 2022, I am optimistic that last year will come to an end. So now, we started to get up and work on achievable and realistic goals. For some, it officially ended the monotonous year, the year in which many need to be more … Continue reading Travelers Opportunities

A Day in a pre-pandemic life

August 8, 2021August 11, 2021 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

Working and staying home, we have been got through the pandemic. I know that many people wanted to get back to pre-pandemic life. I know that, but this Covid anxiety doesn't have to be boring or cause you to worry only if you are fully vaccinated. If you aren't vaccinated, get it as soon as … Continue reading A Day in a pre-pandemic life

Why I love Google Flights?

January 4, 2021January 7, 2021 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

As I start in 2021, I began to search for a flight for a deal. I knew that the flight to Singapore had been canceled due to a global pandemic. That costs me over $750 for October of 2020. I know that mistakes I learned from booking from kayak.com include a free 24-hour cancellation but poor customer … Continue reading Why I love Google Flights?

All Aboard the Virtual Vacation

September 13, 2020March 29, 2024 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

The author creates a solo virtual vacation to cope with the pandemic's travel restrictions. They define a virtual vacation as an online simulation of a destination using the five senses and describe their own Taipei virtual vacation. Virtual vacations benefit travelers by offering safe, cost-effective, and meaningful experiences, offering a positive outlook for future travels post-pandemic with the availability of the Covid-19 vaccine.

The Vacation Policies

July 20, 2020August 9, 2020 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

Working two jobs (teleworker and Intern) during the summer has not been so easy, especially I planned to travel abroad at some times. There is a vacation policies. There are economic downward and so as limited vacation time due to pandemic. I know that's hard for you and you can get in it together. Yes, … Continue reading The Vacation Policies

Why Probationary Period is Necessary?

July 13, 2020August 9, 2020 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

Wow! The probationary period is a hot topic for all novelty employees that need to complete the 1st year of work or require hours of work to consider a status for benefits, including vacation benefits. It is a compulsory, folks. You are not alone. Everyone, including travel addicts, has gotten through the probationary period at … Continue reading Why Probationary Period is Necessary?

Please, Do Not Use Student Loans for Vacations

March 17, 2019March 29, 2024 ~ I-Powers Travel ~ Leave a comment

Many students may be unaware that student loans are not free money and should only be used for educational and living expenses. Using the funds for vacations and non-qualifying expenses can lead to financial consequences and penalties. It's crucial to make informed decisions and understand the dos and don'ts of using student loans. Spending on unauthorized purchases or vacations can be considered fraudulent, with potential legal actions. It's important to raise awareness and provide education on responsible use of student loans to prevent misuse.