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Now today, let me talk about the hammock camping again even though I don’t really need any permission to start. We go over some of the pros and cons of it and going to go over all the different gear that you actually need to successfully hammock camp and I’m going to set everything up and show you how all the pieces fit together.

So a lot of people have this misconception about hammock camping that all you really need to do it is just the hammock and in some sense that may be true. But I’d say that most of the time that’s not the case you need more than just a hammock.

A hammock might do in ideal conditions if it’s the middle of the summer and it’s not raining and it’s dry out and it’s warm maybe get away of just a hammock but in most conditions you’re going to need a lot more than hammock. But I’m going to go over all that required gears.

Let’s start with a hammock which is my favourite is just a simple parachute nylon hammock made by Ticket To The Moon.

You will get these real cheap bucks! it’s really compact, really lightweight and it is pretty comfortable. I think that it is durable enough for maximum 10 years usage and big chance that you will have had any issues with them tearing or anything they usually come with a pouch built into the hammock.

Hammock camping gears that you will really need

So, the one made by TTTM is got some carabiners go right into the the nylon fabric if you need. This is their single nest I got and to be honest, I kind of wish I would have gotten their double mass which is supposed to be a double person hammock and a little wider. It is because this one when I’m in the hammock, it kind of constrains you a bit so I do kind of wish that I would have gotten the double nest which I had imagined. It will give me a little bit more arm room. So some of the pros to this is that they’re pretty comfortable. I think they’re very lightweight very easy to set up.

Now, let’s see about the cons! The nylon hammocks though is that this is paper-thin. Sometimes I think that this is probably thinner than paper so the issue that you run into is let’s say it’s windy out. Your bare back is on this hammock when there’s a gust of wind. It just all that gets sucked right out of you so this provides almost no insulation from the elements, whatsoever.

And since you’re raised up above the ground, you have the going below you, around you on top of you so that’s kind of the major concern with these nylon hammocks so they do make hammocks are thicker than this and you can definitely invest in that. Maybe cost a little bit more money even though it will have the same weight, a little bit bigger. But if you’re just starting out a simple nylon hammock, it will definitely do the job and there’s other items that you can bind to address the issue of the code and of the wind blown in these hammocks.

Another item that I recommend is actually hammock straps so these are also provided by the same manufacturer and you may be saying yourself “Man, I got paracord.” So what these straps are? do they’re just some very tough straps that easily wrap around a tree and then provide you with different levels of hooks?

I was writing about this before as you can finds in this blog. It easily just wrapped around a hammock and it’s got these loops built into it so if I wanted to adjust the height of my hammock, you know on the fly I can. If I wanted to adjust where on the tree these loops are, all I have to do is loosen it up and then pull it tight.

I think you will never had these things slip on you. The hammock straps they’re really easy to set up. I really enjoy having me inside. And again these are by TTTM.

Even though you are inside the hammock camping, you will also of course going to need a sleeping bag to go along with everything. Obviously, if you’re in cold temperatures, you want a nice winter sleeping bag. If you’re in summertime, you know you can get away with something else. You’re pretty flexible on your sleeping bag but you’re going to need a sleeping bag along with everything else. So the next item I want to talk about is the under quilt. Remember how before I said that the nylon is very thin and you will freeze your body because of that wind blows right underneath avenges sucks all your heat away.

Well, an underquilt looks to prevent that and it’s exactly what it says; it’s a quilt that actually goes underneath of your hammock. It’s kind of interesting because this can actually be used as a sleeping bag as well as a pod system. So this one you could have it just as an under quilt or you can actually zip it up and it can completely enclose you as kind of a pod going all around your hammock. This is pretty much how I would go about setting up my hammock system.

You can get your cheap nylon hammock camping and an underquilt from the same place which is TTTM and the sleeping bag from another place. The underquilt is really will helps you protect yourself from losing the heat underneath of a hammock. It is actually sagging down a few inches below the hammock to create an air gap there and that air is going to give it heated up on my body’s temperature and it’s just going to stay there as an insulating barrier.

What’s interesting about this under quilt is so it acts as an under club but it also comes with a zipper here on both ends and what I can actually do is fully zip this up, completely around myself. It goes from being just an under quote to a full-on pod system that fully encloses me which is really neat and it comes with a drawstring on the end so I could if I wanted to really cinch this up around my face if the temperature really demanded something like that.

The last item you’re really going to need if you are hammock camping is going to be a tarp. Just in case it starts raining or if there’s any debris or anything that falls off the trees, you know you want a nice tarp above you to protect you from that. Now a tarp will protect you from the rain but also helps insulate you. Believe it or not, especially how you can set up the tarp with different configurations. But if you set it up nice and close to you, it’ll help keep the air in the space warm and help you keep you warm.

Overall, you can also set the tarp off to help prevent the wind or when the wind is blowing over top of you or under you as well. So, the good tarp is definitely something that you’re going to need. I want to talk a bit more about it that you can use. The one that you can also use is from TTTM hammock. It’s like an diamond tarp shape. For me, this is not the usual setup that I would do, right? This is only like half setup just so you can really see into the camp. If it’s cold weather like I said before, I wouldn’t have this kind of a trap because the shape isn’t really preventing me from the cold.

But still, it can really be needed if you are need the one that can be setup quicker. The shape is has as little as two guy points and has the enough length so you can really tie the tarp around nearby supports or even stake it in to the ground. Another option you can have is kind of a teepee shape down and have that kind of come out straight or even up a bit and that way you can have a nice campfire. It’ll kind of reflect that heat back into you. One thing that I love about this tarp is that it actually comes with all the string that you need to lash it up built right into it.

It has the pockets and right in there you can store all the string that you need. It’s quite a bit probably like feet of rain that comes with it for you to tie it up. That’s a big plus in my mind where I finds it very convenient, very easy.

So I will definitely recommend the TTTM’s hammock camping tarp if you’d like to get the diamond shape and also another shape from different manufacturer or shop that obviously a lot of different ways that you can actually attach your tarp to the tree.

I think that those are pretty much everything that you’re really going to need to set up a good hammock camping sleeping system. We have a tarp to go over you, we have an underquilt to go underneath your hammock, we have your sleeping bag, the straps for the tarp and for the hammock and then we have the actual hammock itself. And as you can think, it is definitely more than a lot of people think.

I think we’ve run through everything that you’re really going to need to successfully do hammock camping right. If you want to be comfortable, you want to be right, you want to be warm, you know that those above are all the items that you’re really going to need.

It’s not as simple as just grabbing a hammock and running out in the woods, you know. You still need a few more things as I did. I love hammock camping and I don’t think I’m ever going to go back to regular tent camping. The biggest selling point for me is that I’ve got a bad back and I’m an old man now. And this parachute hammock—it feels great on my back. I love it. It feels so much better than sleeping on the ground even if I’ve got the most expensive mat.

This is so much better by far and also you know you can just kind of chill out and hang out in the hammock. You know it is. It’s a free chair as well as a sleeping system which I really love. So that’s it.

As I said before that I have link to one of the page to the official site on above that talks more about hammock camping. There you can also find the related pages to the hammock shop as well as to the tarp and the other relevant accessories and gears that you are going to need. Check out the site, read their experiences of where their team have been adventured and many more valuable information.

There are many ways for you to enjoy your holiday and have a memorable vacation. One of them is a road trip. This is fun and suitable for those who enjoy exploring the road. You can go solo or in group. It depends on your mood. However, it is more recommended to go for a road trip with group. Besides gaining more fun, you also have more reassurance about your safety. Just in case there is an emergency while you are on the road, you have somebody to help directly on the spot. Having a solo road trip is fun especially if you are the type of lone wolf that appreciates silence more than the nosy crowd. However, having a road trip in group is not bad either. That way, you can also share happiness while watch each other’s back.

Safety checklist you need for a road trip

Driving car and explore the road to your travel destination is exhilarating. There is self-satisfaction when you hit the road and leave behind all worries you get from havoc days. No matter how safe road trip is, it is essential to make sure that you are not going to risk anything for it. So here are some tips to keep you safe before, during, and after a road trip:

• Make sure that you are going to use healthy and fit car for the trip. You have to go for a tune-up before hitting the road. This is to make sure that your car work and function properly. Check your tires, belts, battery, fluids, as well as air conditioner. It is recommended to let a mechanic check your car to make sure everything is okay.
• Aside from making sure that your car is fit for the trip, you need to check yourself as well. It is important that you are in good condition and fit for the trip. Make sure you have enough rest and sleep before driving. Driving while drowsy will only increase the risk of getting a car accident which can harm you, your passenger, and even other drivers.
• Pack emergency kit for safety which includes essentials such as water, flashlight, first-aid kit, warm blankets, jumper cables, tools to help you change tire, flares, and not to mention a fully charged-cell phone.
• Road trip is usually done during summer where the heat sometimes is unbearable. Thus, make sure that your body is well-protected from the heat and the sun. It is highly suggested to apply sunblock to your skin. It is also recommended to wear sunglasses to make you see the road better.
• To make your drive more comfortable, you need to adjust your posture. When you tend to keep slouching while driving, it will make you drowsy easily. It will make you feel more uncomfortable during your trip and risk to get yourself into accident. Then, make sure to switch driver or take a quick pit stop every two hours. Drink water to keep you awake and focus.

Everyone has a lifetime experience that changes their perspective and lifestyle and the way we understand things. Faced with scuba diving, for ordinary people this might be a bit extreme. Imagine doing an underwater trip with diving equipment. The Bali diving course is able to bring you to see the underwater beauty. The name Bali has been global and everyone likes to visit at any time of the year.

Diving is very fun. Dive courses teach beginners how to dive properly and correctly. When taking a dive package that is too expensive, it requires a clever way to find dive operators with affordable but high-quality packages. Even professional divers need ongoing training to hone diving skills.

The Bali diving course is offered to all beginners or professionals without exception. Each level has its own level of difficulty. Diving courses are needed to sharpen skills. But there are many obstacles so people cannot go scuba diving. Whatever professional you are, it is possible to stop the desire to go diving. Some opinions of people who finally decided not to dive.

Diving Is Expensive

Like most others, spending anything can spend any money. You can visit dive shops and buy all the diving equipment. Of course, the price of diving equipment is expensive. For beginners, this will certainly waste money. It’s good if you visit the center of the strait and look for information on whether it is really necessary to buy a diving equipment for a beginner. Many training centers offer Bali diving course packages at various prices. They provide diving equipment so you don’t have to bother buying and carrying diving equipment. If you get the best price in the dive center, the opinion that diving is expensive can be refuted.

Bali Diving Course takes a long time

Diving training requires a lot of time to become a professional. In its development, diving training institutions package it in a package that contains the basics of training instantly, without reducing the core of basic training. The opinion that diving takes a long time is irrefutable. Bali diving courses for beginners can be done in 4-5 days, and you will be certified as a diver.

Cold in water

This is the fact that the body will lose heat in water faster than on land. But it’s the same if during the winter season you can’t go without a warm jacket, scarf, or gloves. Likewise applies to dive. You can use a special wetsuit to keep your body temperature warm while diving. Or you can visit tourist destinations with warm weather like Bali. Bali diving course is right for you to escape from winter.

Travelling is supposed to be fun and hassle-free. However, it is harder during peak season such as on National Holiday or School breaks. Many people are interested to go out of their home and enjoy their free time to go travelling to different destinations to relieve their stress.

This results in too much crowd and expensive budget. Most people try their best to avoid travelling during peak season due to the uneasiness of the crowd as well as overly cost. However, this is also hard to avoid when you only have free time during peak season to go travelling to your desired destination. Thus, you need to think smart and set a good plan for more comfortable trip during peak season.

5 tips to travel safely and comfortably during peak season

During peak season, not only the crowds which can disturb your peaceful travel but also the higher possibility of your safety being ruined. There are many tourists and travellers gather during peak season which also attracts pickpockets or thieves to take action.

Therefore, you need to make sure that you travel safely and comfortably. Here are some useful tips for you to travel during peak season:

1. Book everything well in advance such as hotels, tours, activities and such so that you can get the best deal. Remember that the price of flight and accommodation tend to go higher during peak season. You still need to be wise in spending your money for holiday. If your travel destination is within your reach, you might as well use your own car. You can ask friends for company.
2. It is highly recommended to leave early during peak season. Remember that everything will be a lot busier during this time. You don’t want to get caught in a long queue or traffic jam. The possibility to miss your flight is also higher if you don’t leave your home early. It is better to wait a little longer for the flight than miss them.
3. If you missed your chance to book hotels, you are recommended to stay with the locals. It is safer for you. If you travel in a group of friends or family, you might as well rent an entire local’s house or apartment. It will be more convenient that way.
4. It is highly recommended to choose less popular travel destination if you don’t want to deal with the crowd. However, if is inevitable, you might as well choose lesser-known attraction at your travel destination. Maybe the new location will even be better than the popular ones. You can ask the locals for recommended places to go.
5. If you are unsure about your safety, you might as well hire local guide to take you to every tourist attraction you want to go to. This makes you pay extra but it is safer this way instead of wandering around unknown path and end up getting lost in dangerous alley. This is highly recommended especially when you are going to have a night tour.

The world is large that you won’t have any option about where to go for your next travel plan. There are places which are already popular amongst travelers and there are also some places which wait to be visited and explored. Every country in the world has their own popular travel destination. It is often that the most popular one gain more attention for tourist from all over the world. Cities with large population can also be a great travel destination. However, sometimes it ends up discourage tourists to come as well.

Find out the most crowded cities in the world

Overpopulation is quite common. It happens to different places all over the world. However, it doesn’t mean those cities are less desirable as travel destination. There are still tourists all over the world who like visiting crowded cities. However, you might as well consider many things before visiting crowded cities with crowded tourists. here are some of the most crowded cities you need to consider before visiting twice:

• Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. However, it is also one of the most crowded cities where the population is large. Of course, there are many attractions in this city which can be explored by travelers such as beaches as well as festivals. The number of people crowding this city will be worse during peak season so if Rio De Janeiro is in your bucket list, you’d better plan to visit during low season.
• Guangzhou is the third largest city in China with large population. China itself is one of the largest populated countries in the world. The population inhibited this city is around 13 million. This city is more commercial compared to Hong Kong where it is also home to manufacturing center. It is highly recommended to prepare everything if you want to visit this country and make sure to choose off season.
• Lagos, Nigeria is also one of the most crowded cities in the world especially since it is one of the fastest growing cities in Africa itself. Don’t think that overpopulation only happens in Asia. Lagos itself is a commercial city with population of around 13 million. However, this city is also one of the most desirable travel destinations since it is located to the coast. Enjoying nice beach is a must agenda for tourist visiting this city. There are also some museums that the tourists like to visit. There are historical and cultural aspects to learn in the museums.
• New York city is one of the biggest tourist attractions in America. However, this city is also home to population of around 18 million. Of course, there are lots of tourist attractions which make people all around the world want to pay a visit such as the Time Square. Thus, it is better to think twice before visiting this city especially during peak season. You don’t want to get lost in the sea of people while enjoying the city.

Planning your trip is necessary since you don’t want to have a getaway with o much hassle. It is true that spontaneous travel is great and all. However, planning your trip can minimize the troubles you don’t expect.

Especially for Muslims, travelling should accommodate what their need since they have Islam rule to follow no matter where they are. If they travel without knowledge about the destination, it can cause them hard to find a place to pray, find halal foods, etc.

That is why for Muslims, it is more recommended to plan your next travel so that you can indulge in hassle-free holiday in your dream destination.

How to plan halal trip properly

Planning a trip can be overwhelming especially when your destination is overseas. However, once you have thorough and clear plan, you will be less burdened. You will be able to enjoy your travel to the fullest. Here are tips to help you plan your halal travel:

1. Decide your destination – This is the first thing you should plan. Halal travel or halal tourism program isn’t always provided by Muslim majority countries. There are also Muslim minority countries which also provide halal tourism for Muslims. Recommended places to go are Malaysia, United Arab Emirates, Turkey, London, Malta, and several countries in Europe. Aside from the halal tourism program, you can decide your destinations based on your interest such as the foods, the culture, architecture, etc.
2. Prepare needed documents – Every country you are going to visit has different regulation about tourism for example visa requirements. After deciding your destination, make sure you are up to date to the requirements and regulations. Then, prepare all needed documents such as valid passport, visa, health requirements, etc.
3. Booking everything ahead of time – It will be handy for you to book hotel and flight ahead of time. Thus, you won’t need to be in a rush. Make sure to choose reliable airline and hotels which provide halal services. Those services include providing halal foods which are alcohol and pork-free, separated rooms for female and male attendances, providing qibla direction to pray, etc.
4. Plan your itinerary thoroughly – Once you sorted out everything you need, you must start planning your itinerary. You can plan any fun activities to explore the place, learn more about the local culture, and many more. The itinerary you make should be based on the length you will stay in your travel destination. Make sure all your schedule fits well with your limited time. You can also research about places providing halal foods at your travel destinations and mark the points for you to visit later.
5. Download useful travel apps – Technology makes travellers easier to enjoy their time in travelling around the world. There are many travel apps you can download for free from your smartphone such as Apps for Muslims to know prayer times, qibla compass, etc. You can also download digital map to find nearby mosques or halal restaurants. It is also recommended to download translation apps to help you interact better with the locals.

Seminyak is the village in Badung regency, Bali. The distance between Seminyak to the centre of the city which is the Mengwi is about 30 minutes by motorbike. Seminyak itself is the cultural village and is located close to the coastal line. Besides the Seminyak’s beach, there is also another favourite beach like the Double Six Beach. Both of the beaches are attracting many travellers across the globe and try to find the stay such as the Bali luxury villas at Seminyak, hotel rooms, condos, and many more accommodation options.

If you are dreaming on about getting around and exploring Bali in the future, I’d like to suggest you to stay at the Bali luxury villas Seminyak since there will be many things that can you get as the villa’s guest and the traveller.

If you will be stay in a luxury villas at Seminyak, it can be considered as you are actually staying at the travel destination whose many people are dreaming of. Can you imagine that it is one of the most popular place in Bali? I am sure that 99% travellers who had been in Bali before will know about it. That’s how much the Seminyak is well-known.

There is a luxury villas providers at Seminyak you can choose such as the Hu’u Villas Bali, Ministry of Villas, The Elysian and many more. The interesting thing is, no matter which the Bali luxury villas Seminyak you are renting, that will be your luxury living when you are in Bali.

I am pretty sure that most of the accommodation you’d like to stay will be close to the beach where you can count on your own foot, walking in a minutes and feel the beauty and tropical vibes of Bali.

By the presence of the private pool, your staying can be more elegant and i think that—even if you are staying in a beachfront villa at Seminyak, there should be the pool that you can enjoy at anytime, day and night when you can’t and won’t swim at the beach.

That will also the best way to enjoy the view and the moments with your traveling partner(s).

Many people may thinking that they won’t get some or many amenities of the luxury villas at Seminyak, simply just a place to rest and do some stuffs. As if staying in a hotel room. But, if you can make your own coffee anytime, eat at the dining room or side of the pool, watching tv or using internet at the comfort long sofa, getting bath at the big space bathroom or inside the bath tube, and many more you can do because of the better villas amenities, then how can’t your staying be more elegant?

You will stay inside the luxury and elegant villa where the area (village) is also providing you with many interesting things to watch. Bali’s daily life surely can be seen and even practiced by you, the religious rituals almost anywhere, many shopping centres are available, romantic and cozy cafes are easy to find, delicious food aromas at the restaurants will be smelled on the roadside and many interesting thing you can experience.

All will be started with where you’d like to stay and the Bali’s luxury villas at Seminyak can be the answer for all you have imagined before, even more.