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Hidden Gems!
Hi travellers! Again... a (very) long post... and without AI. Today I decided to write about Hidden Gems or less travelled paths. It isn't the first time that people ask for it and then change their minds. I see that when people change their minds the main reason is that no one else talks or posts about those places. They don't show on things to do guides, on any guide written or online. They also don't come up on Tripadvisor, Viator, GetYourGuide or other platforms. And they
Carlos Alexandre Dias
Aug 274 min read
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What makes a Guide good or bad? And what composes a quote for a tour?
First, the "inside" option of visit. Yes, there are guides that don't go inside; but also there are people hiring drivers and expecting them to be guides. That is a common mistake. People talk to the concierges or at the hotel reception desk and trust the people they recommend. There is nothing wrong with it, but... Recepcionists and concierges work on commissions paid by those professionals. The bigger commission, more services. And it doesn't matter the quality of the servi
Carlos Alexandre Dias
Aug 246 min read
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Why hire a Guide?
Hi travellers! WARNING: THIS IS A (VERY) LONG POST! - And no AI used. Most of the posts are request for help and how to visit different sites or monuments on your own; and that's perfect and a way to travel! Others search for guides for the same; also perfect! But the real questions are: Shall I book a guide or do that trip/travel on my own? Did I plan my itinerary well? Am I making the most of my travel days? Is it doable to visit all this in one day? Well, let me try to dec
Carlos Alexandre Dias
Aug 175 min read
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Purpose JS
Nov 28, 20230 min read
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