When you are camping, holidaying or travelling the most convenient way to dress is using layers of clothing. Mornings and nights are generally cooler and during the day are warmer.
So if you start with several layers in the morning, then peel off a layer or two for the afternoon, you will most likely be putting a layer back on for night time.
These clothing tips will give you a few ideas for different weather conditions.
- Hats are for warmth and sun protection, when its cold wear a woollen hat like a beanie. In the warmer weather wear a peaked cap or a wide brimmed hat to prevent sunburn.
In extreme cold & snow conditions long thermal leggings & long sleeve tops, gloves & socks etc are excellent for keeping you warmer.- Many types of warm clothing incorporate fleece to help trap your body’s warmth.
- Gloves can be useful to protect from the cold and frostbite, using a leather glove when tending to the campfire or removing the camp oven is very useful as it will stop the radiant heat burning your hand or arm.
- Wind and water resistant jackets and pants are available that are quite thin and comfortable to wear when doing activities and yet they are very warm.
- Always be prepared for rain even when its warm, showers of rain are possible.
- When hiking or going for a long walk wear two layers of socks, a thin polyester pair and then thick woollen socks. This will be more comfortable and help prevent blisters. Change your socks if they get wet as soon as possible.
- Your shoes need to be of good quality and comfortable and worn in, not new, to prevent blisters from occurring.
Good quality sun glasses are necessary to protect your eyes from the sun’s glare especially good when driving.- When at the beach or swimming pool there’s nothing better than the shorts, t-shirt, bathers, thongs and remember the sun hat, sun glasses and sunscreen.
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When you are planning to travel and Holiday, your budget will often be what you think of first when deciding the destination and how long the holiday will be.
There is no reason why you can’t have a great holiday when working with a limited budget. You may wish to stay in a 5-star hotel but in reality you will probably be staying in a tent, cabin, motel, backpackers, homestead, which my family has done plenty of times and we had many wonderful holidays.
Plan your holiday within your budget so it can be relaxing and you are not stressing about what you are spending. You can still get out and see all the sights, enjoy being with family and friends and meet new people. There are many free activities that you can enjoy. Don’t forget to take plenty of photos or videos so you can create memories to look back on in the years ahead.
Depending on your budget, it may be possible to treat yourselves to something special that you have always wanted to do. This could be hot air ballooning, abseiling, swimming with dolphins, scuba diving, playing golf, visiting gardens or art galleries, seeing the whales, going on a flight, seeing Uluru (Ayers Rock), or experiencing one of thousands of other things you can do.
Remember that the little extras can quickly add up. Consider taxi fares, restaurant meals, takeaway food, drinks, fuel for your vehicle or car rental, tips, entry prices for attractions, souvenirs and any medications you may need. Allow for all these things in your budget. Plan ahead, budget and you will have a great holiday.
If you are planning your holiday months or even a year ahead, be smart and start saving now. Put away as much as you can into a separate account or somewhere else so you won’t be tempted to spend it.
Even if you are on a budget you can have a great time and holiday, there are many activities you can do for free.
Look out for them, sometimes they can be the highlight of your holiday. Happy Travelling!
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The School holidays are nearly here again and you maybe looking for ideas and activities to keep your children busy and active.
I have put together a list of links of school holiday programs across Australia that may help you keep you kids occupied for a few hours or days in the holidays.
School Holiday Activities in Perth WA
South Australia – Family School Holiday Activities
Victoria – School holiday Activities
Lap it up on Phillip Island Victoria - Click on first link
Queensland - School Holiday Activities
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