https://bkpk.me Piggy-back ride with A&Z Sun, 26 Jun 2022 18:39:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 https://bkpk.me/lisbon-tips-from-a-local/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lisbon-tips-from-a-local https://bkpk.me/lisbon-tips-from-a-local/#comments Sat, 25 May 2019 13:30:32 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=21970
It has been over 2 years since I’ve been living in Lisbon. This period has coincided pretty well with Lisbon’s tourism boom and the good and bad that come with it. Although tourism has been a boon for the Portuguese economy in general, it has also brought some downsides with ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/lisbon-tips-from-a-local/feed/ 24 https://bkpk.me/why-im-not-good-enough-is-not-good-enough/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-im-not-good-enough-is-not-good-enough https://bkpk.me/why-im-not-good-enough-is-not-good-enough/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2019 16:00:23 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=21956
We live in an age of hyper comparison. By spending time on social media as we invariably do, our subconscious is constantly comparing our talents, looks, achievements, and even our happiness levels to everyone else. Studies have shown that this can have a depressing effect on our psyche. But what’s ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/why-im-not-good-enough-is-not-good-enough/feed/ 7 https://bkpk.me/save-big-on-flights/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=save-big-on-flights https://bkpk.me/save-big-on-flights/#comments Wed, 09 Jan 2019 20:37:29 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=21928
Airline pricing systems are pretty strange. Compared to other means of transport where tickets are priced by distance and class, airline tickets are often priced based on competition. This means that there are times that a ticket for a 5000 km journey is cheaper than one for a 500 km ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/save-big-on-flights/feed/ 2 https://bkpk.me/tips-for-driving-in-iceland-during-winter/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tips-for-driving-in-iceland-during-winter https://bkpk.me/tips-for-driving-in-iceland-during-winter/#comments Mon, 14 May 2018 17:05:19 +0000 Zara https://bkpk.me/?p=21706
Iceland was on our travel wish list for a long, long time. A couple of summers ago, we thought of traveling to this country to explore all around, but that trip never ended up happening. We decided to stay in Stockholm for a while, instead. Earlier this year, our friend ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/tips-for-driving-in-iceland-during-winter/feed/ 11 https://bkpk.me/sync-lightroom-catalogs-using-the-cloud/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sync-lightroom-catalogs-using-the-cloud https://bkpk.me/sync-lightroom-catalogs-using-the-cloud/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:01:31 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=21305
With the purchase of a new Desktop machine, I came upon a problem that many photographers have already experienced in the past. I want my Adobe Lightroom catalog on my desktop to be in sync with the one on my laptop. I use Lightroom Classic with the Photography Plan. For ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/sync-lightroom-catalogs-using-the-cloud/feed/ 4 https://bkpk.me/no-more-foreign-currency-fees-revolut-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=no-more-foreign-currency-fees-revolut-review https://bkpk.me/no-more-foreign-currency-fees-revolut-review/#comments Sat, 18 Nov 2017 17:44:18 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=20621
One of the biggest issues while traveling internationally is that you end up paying around 3-5% extra for every transaction due to currency exchange charges. Whether you exchange cash at an exchange house or use your debit/credit card, most transactions get tacked with an additional 3-5% fee. Some banks even ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/no-more-foreign-currency-fees-revolut-review/feed/ 3 https://bkpk.me/easy-return-tickets-for-international-travelers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=easy-return-tickets-for-international-travelers https://bkpk.me/easy-return-tickets-for-international-travelers/#comments Sat, 14 Oct 2017 06:58:19 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=20525
For Indians, the most painful part of international travel is usually the dreaded visa. If you haven’t yet applied for a visa and need to show a tentative itinerary, we have an article on how to book refundable tickets to obtain visas. However, once we’ve sorted out all our papers, ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/easy-return-tickets-for-international-travelers/feed/ 8 https://bkpk.me/beginners-guide-to-cycling-in-iran-and-avoiding-the-mistakes-i-made/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beginners-guide-to-cycling-in-iran-and-avoiding-the-mistakes-i-made https://bkpk.me/beginners-guide-to-cycling-in-iran-and-avoiding-the-mistakes-i-made/#comments Thu, 14 Sep 2017 16:12:44 +0000 Anita Faria https://bkpk.me/?p=20421
When I decided to cycle alone across Iran I was not an experienced cyclist. I still am not. I’m not particularly fit, I struggle to go up hills, and I’m known for my appalling sense of direction. I suck at fixing punctures. But I’m also very stubborn, and find it ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/beginners-guide-to-cycling-in-iran-and-avoiding-the-mistakes-i-made/feed/ 13 https://bkpk.me/how-to-get-inside-tram-28-in-lisbon/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-get-inside-tram-28-in-lisbon https://bkpk.me/how-to-get-inside-tram-28-in-lisbon/#comments Tue, 29 Aug 2017 17:39:40 +0000 Zara https://bkpk.me/?p=20396
There are only a few earthly things that can be seen from outer space. The Great Wall of China is a well known example, as are the man-made islands of Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, and the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. When it comes to Portugal, the only thing that ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/how-to-get-inside-tram-28-in-lisbon/feed/ 3 https://bkpk.me/whats-in-a-backpack-how-to-pack-like-a-pro/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=whats-in-a-backpack-how-to-pack-like-a-pro https://bkpk.me/whats-in-a-backpack-how-to-pack-like-a-pro/#comments Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:12:44 +0000 Zara https://bkpk.me/?p=20233
Top tips and advice for packing the ultimate travel backpack, shared by Agness and Cez – eTramping duo. So you’re off on your first around the world adventure – but what do you possibly pack? We’ve asked fellow travel bloggers Agness and Cez of eTramping to share their handy guide for ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/whats-in-a-backpack-how-to-pack-like-a-pro/feed/ 11 https://bkpk.me/guide-carretera-austral/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=guide-carretera-austral https://bkpk.me/guide-carretera-austral/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2017 19:44:38 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=18823
The Carretera Austral, also known as Chile’s Southern Highway is a 1240km long route that winds along through virgin prehistoric forests, torrential rivers, glaciers, and snow capped peaks! Argentina’s Ruta 40 or Route 40 is a long and almost straight road that runs the length of the country and ends ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/guide-carretera-austral/feed/ 7 https://bkpk.me/gpsmycity-the-offline-travel-encyclopedia/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gpsmycity-the-offline-travel-encyclopedia https://bkpk.me/gpsmycity-the-offline-travel-encyclopedia/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2017 23:07:36 +0000 Zara https://bkpk.me/?p=19527
I am not the greatest fan of guided tours. Not only do I think that there is very little room for spontaneity when you are exploring a new place with a group, I also feel like you invariably have to forsake your own rhythm to keep up with others. When ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/gpsmycity-the-offline-travel-encyclopedia/feed/ 4 https://bkpk.me/travel-destinations-indian-passport/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=travel-destinations-indian-passport https://bkpk.me/travel-destinations-indian-passport/#comments Sat, 17 Sep 2016 16:17:10 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=18880
Over the years, we’ve traveled far and wide. At this point, we’ve visited over 50 countries! Of course, Zara carries a Portuguese passport and this is not big deal for an EU passport holder. However, for me and my Indian passport, it’s definitely a matter of huge pride. As an Indian ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/travel-destinations-indian-passport/feed/ 7 https://bkpk.me/how-to-use-the-atm-abroad/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-use-the-atm-abroad https://bkpk.me/how-to-use-the-atm-abroad/#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2016 11:05:04 +0000 Zara https://bkpk.me/?p=18869
There are many things you can do to save money while traveling abroad. How you get local currency to begin with is actually one of the main things to keep in mind! We’re often asked if we exchange money before we travel to a new place. No, we do not! ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/how-to-use-the-atm-abroad/feed/ 15 https://bkpk.me/digital-nomads-tax/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=digital-nomads-tax https://bkpk.me/digital-nomads-tax/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2016 11:42:33 +0000 Ashray https://bkpk.me/?p=18833
Taxes are complicated. Digital Nomad taxes are even more complicated. The first question that a lot of people ask is “Where am I supposed to pay taxes?”. If you’re lucky, the answer is “nowhere”. If you’re not so lucky, the answer is “it depends”. What’s luck got to do with ... more »]]> https://bkpk.me/digital-nomads-tax/feed/ 11