Eating habits of the platypus – Part 1

November 27, 2009 by admin  
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“Let’s put some shrimps on the barbie”, a typical Australian may say. Well for a platypus they also enjoy shellfish in their diet. They can be found in lakes, streams and rivers of eastern Australia.

Did you know? A platypus can eat half their body weight everyday, even more. They must eat large quantities of food in order to survive.

The platypus eats at unusual times it feeds in the early hours of the morning and in the late afternoon into dusk. It is a very unsociable animal which is known for being quite shy; it likes to keep himself to himself. It spends roughly two hours in the water eating its body weight in food and then it will return to a burrow that it has made. The burrows are normally located near the feeding areas along river banks or streams.

The diet of the platypus is consists of a wide variety like humans they don’t like to eat the same thing day in day out however for the platypus they eat whatever they can find first. It’s all about the survival of the fittest! Their diet consists of insect larvae, snails, yabbies, worms, tadpoles and other fauna and shellfish.

They have a distinct way of finding food which enables them to never go hungry. They are adapted to their environment by their duck-billed bill. The bill is sensitive and can detect prey in the mud at the bottom of rivers and around boulders. This is very useful to the platypus because it is able to seek prey that other animals in the rivers are not able to find. It gives the platypus an advantage over the other animals in the river. They are also able to stay under water for approximately five minutes which allows them time to find their food. However sometimes the platypus will just float along the surface of the water ready for prey to swim near and be snapped up quickly. If the platypus stays in the water for too long their fur becomes heavy and waterlogged and can cause them to drown.

An adult platypus generally does not have teeth and so has a very unusual way of eating food. They use the horny plates in their mouth to crush the food. When the bill seeks the food it snaps it up quickly before other animals get it first. It then stores the food in its cheek pouches ready to by crushed and eaten. For younger platypuses it is different. Unlike adults they have molar teeth which they use to chew their food however as they grow older their teeth are replaced my horny ridges in their mouth.

This Australian animal belongs to family called Ornithorhynchiade, which is quite a hard word to say. I hope you have enjoyed reading this article as much as I have enjoyed researching it.

Sources:

http://www.aussie-info.com/ide ntity/fauna/platypus.php

http://teachit.acreekps.vic.ed u.au/animals/platypus.htm

Lose Weight, Get Exercise? Take An Australia Vacation

November 27, 2009 by admin  
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With Americans losing the battle of the bulge, other countries are revered as being healthier. If you want proof positive then you need to take An Australian Vacation Sydney to climb the Sydney Harbour bridge. At over 400 feet tall, you can have the climb of your life, pun intended, as you scale a system of catwalks and ladders all along the upper span of the arch to the summit.

Besides just simple grueling exercise, this bridge offers you a view like no other. Get ready for 360 degree views of Sydney where you have ocean to the east, mountains to the west and are surrounded by the harbor city. At the top, besides being winded beyond belief, you are immediately greeted with a profound sense of accomplishment that would make both Rocky Balboa and your United States Marine Corp drill instructor take heed. Greater than a heavyweight bout, you have now conquered an icon recognized all over the world. Just one hour from the bottom to the top is all it takes to cancel that health club membership.

Keep moving in Australias Northern territory. Why pay for a sauna when this hot, rugged yet beautiful area, famous for the Uluru, known as Ayers Rock, features volumes of geographical features from the Olgas and MacDonnell Ranges. Besides red deserts, you can also take advantage of the Northern Territorys fantastic National Parks. Kakadu National Park features the rugged landscape and majestic wildlife such as emus, giant lizards, eagles and crocodiles.

For the cycling enthusiast, what better way to experience the great wonders and natural beauty to be found in Tasmania. Tours of the island are geared for folks ranging in age from 12 to 60. Once there you can select from a 3 to 7 day tour of historic sites such as those found in Hobart like Salamanca place. Sample the finest Tasmanian cuisine then relax each evening.

Many cycle tours like Coastal Calm offer multi day travel along the eastern coast of Tasmania. This 4 day tour starts north of Orford at St. Marys. Notable sites to watch for along the way such as Nine Mile Beach, Freycinet National Park, Maria Island and Swansea are just some of excellent areas to see.

Along the way, cottage and lodging accommodations are provided as part of the tour. Combine the Convicts of the Road tour beginning in Orford, a small seaside village and you have a full 7 day tour. While on the trail you can soak up the remarkable scenery of the Tasman Peninsula or visit the historic ruins at Port Arthur which is the location of the first Australian convict prison.

Not The Whitsundays, Australia, Part 2

November 27, 2009 by admin  
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The lush setting was quite a contrast to some of the red dirt sites where we stayed in the Australian Outback. In the background are big, tree covered hills, part of the Conway National Park, which surrounds the area. You come upon views of the Coral Sea and islands around almost every corner. Wildlife is plentiful, especially birds, from lorikeets and cockatoos, to curlews and kookaburras, even the odd bush turkey. There are plenty of bushwalking trails in the National Park ranging in length and difficulty.

Shute Harbour is just that, a harbour for the island cruises, including a vehicle ferry. There is a secure multi-story car park to leave your car while you’re away, or you can catch a bus from your park. There is, however, an excellent lookout, just above the harbour, and easily accessible by road. This is provided by the Lions, and has parking for big rigs, while you take your photos of the Whitsunday Passage.

Airlie Beach does not have much of a beach, as such. Visitors always ask, “where are the White Sandy Beaches?”. Unfortunately, the answer is only on the Islands. The mainland beaches are all coarse yellow sand, or mud. Shingley Beach, doesn’t have shingle either – more mud, or, to be kind, coarse grey sand. This is probably due to the well set out extensive marina in the bay there, no doubt a worthwhile alternative.

Another marina is being developed around the headland, and certainly it will look great when completed, but we felt sorry for the people in the resort hotels and apartments who had paid for their ocean view.

What Airlie does have, is a beautiful long lagoon. This extends along the ocean front, and has its own beach, shallows, and water up to two metres deep. It has stinger free water, (a hazard in the tropics) with permanent lifeguards, places to sunbathe, showers, shady areas and barbecues. And it is free. A boardwalk extends around the shoreline for most of Airlie, and provides places to stop and admire the views.

A typical resort village, Airlie caters for everyone from backpackers to the spare-no-expense holidaymaker. There are many restaurants with almost every kind of cuisine. Nine eating places in one short street and double that in the surrounding area. Shopping centres in the area have the usual big supermarkets and discount chain stores you will be familiar with, plus many of the specialty shops. There is a booming night life, hotels, bars and clubs provide everything you could wish for.

If you don’t have your own get-around vehicle, you can rent anything from a car to a push-bike, including four wheel drives, scooters and mokes. We have our own transport, and found it essential for what we wanted to do.

Great Barrier Reef Vacation At South Long Island Nature Lodge In The Whitsundays

November 26, 2009 by admin  
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For the top Great Barrier Reef vacation you will find the South Long Island Nature Lodge in the Whitsundays comes top of the list . It is an adult only very secluded island retreat accessible only by helicopter, catering for a maximum of ten guests.

This is the place for a luxury Australia vacation with fine dining, premium Australian wines, incredibly personalised service in a totally unspoilt part of Australia.

The Whitsundays consist of 74 islands of which 8 are inhabited lying midway along the Queensland coast, bordered by the Great Barrier Reef and cradled by the Coral Sea

South Long Island Nature Lodge has an all inclusive tariff except for wine and beers includes private helicopter tours, and private catamaran yacht cruises to explore the coral gardens, deserted beaches and the unique wild life in this part of the Whitsundays.

South Long Island Nature Lodge has just ten superb waterfront bungalows overlooking the private beach of Paradise Bay and is a perfect escape for a top Great Barrier Reef vacation, as this is the most secluded and unspoilt location in the Whitsundays. The bungalows are right on the waterfront, surrounded by tropical rainforest with spectacular views of Paradise Bay.

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Possibly the most spectacular time you will have at the Lodge is when you are taken by helicopter out to The outer Great Barrier Reef, and there really is nothing to beat a view of the reef from the air, stretched out below you. It will also take you to Whitehaven beach possibly one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Fine dining is a necessity for a vacation to be truly successful and this luxury Australian Vacation to South Long Island Nature Lodge will give you fine dining every night, with fresh local produce, and some of the best seafood you will get anywhere. The chef will basically cook whatever your dietary requirements and food fads are, it is that personal a service.

Food is eaten dinner part style , under a thousand star sky overlooking the beach. This enables you to meet and get to know people you’d never normally chat to, and have some scintillating conversations.

The South Long Island Nature Lodge really is paradise for the stressed executive and partner, with never more than ten guests, no televisions, no young children, no mobile phones, and no day visitors to disturb you. It’s like your own private island, with your own chef, and boat skipper at your beck and call, and a hostess to ensure your every whim is met. All of which makes for a perfect Australia Luxury Vacation.

For more information on Australia Holiday Hideaways go to http://www.worldwidevacationspots.com/categories/Oceania%26%2339%3Bs-Hidden-Hotels/Australia/

Animal facts: Red fox

November 26, 2009 by admin  
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The red fox now know as the “fox” is the largest of the fox species weighting between 7 and 16 pounds. (Red) Foxes inhabit the United States, Europe, Africa, Canada, Asia and Australia. While subspecies of the (red) fox inhibit many other countries.

The fox is (as its name suggest) a reddish color, it eyes are a goldish yellow color; it has a bushy white tipped tail and a pointy face. It is actually a very cute animal resembling features of both a dog and a cat. Even with its short little legs it can run up to 50 mph.

HABITAT

The fox will live anywhere it feels safe whether in the mountains, prairies, grasslands, deserts, forests and any place that has a plentiful supply of food and shelter.

DIET

The fox’s is diet is primarily carnivorous such as; rabbits, mice, rats, insects birds, fish, and any smaller animal it will also eat fruit and vegetation if “meat” is not available. It stalks its prey then pounces on it sometimes having to depend on its good hearing to locate the prey in the bushes or tall grass. It will only eat a small amount at a time and spreads the leftovers through out its eight to ten mile territory.

Foxes hunt alone and will not share their food unless they are forced to by another animal. Usually causing the fox to leave the meal behind and find another.

The fox hunts during the day and sleeps at night except in areas that are highly populated by humans. As humans pose a threat to the fox it stays out of site during the day.

MATING

Depending on the geographical location foxes mate between December and April usually when the weather is warmer in the region.

Foxes are monogamous animals and the male fox will stay with the female fox until the cubs (kits) are born brining her food and helping prepare the “maternity dens ” (they build two incase one is invaded) four to six weeks after the cubs are born he will leave and return when it is time to mate again.

A litter of four to twelve cubs (or kits) are born after a gestation period of eight weeks. They are born blind and weight as little as a half a pound. They emerge from the den at about a month old. They will leave their mother between six and eight months of age.

PREDATORS

The fox has many predators any wild carnivorous animal that is larger than the fox is considered a predator. Humans hunt foxes for sport and farmers kill them for being a nuisance and trying their chickens and other small livestock.

The average lifespan of the fox is only two to four years. Many of them contact rabies and die or have to be put down.

Sources

www.nationalgeographic.com

www.redfox.org

www.wildlife.com/redfox

Kauai Nightlife

November 26, 2009 by admin  
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The majestic island of Kauai is only a short flight from the USA, Japan and Australia. From the spectacular views at Waimea Canyon to the verdant vistas along the Napali Coast, more and more people are coming to Kauai because they are attracted to its natural beauty and laidback atmosphere. Visitors are also drawn to Kauai for its gorgeous tropical rainforests, some of which can only be accessed by helicopter. These aerial tours take you into the heart of the island and offer spectacular scenic views that will remain with you long after your vacation ends. Kauai is lush, tropical and wild. With cascading waterfalls and towering green mountains, this island is what most people imagine Hawaii to be like. Kauai can truly take your breath away.

Driving down and around Kauai between Eleele and Kaumakani on the banks of the Koula River, visitors can visit Hanapepe. This town once flourished as one of Kauai’s largest communities. Today it’s an art colony tucked away in buildings that haven’t changed a lot over the last century. Its historic buildings are so authentic looking that the town has become a choice location for filmmakers. Films such as “The Thornbirds” and “Flight of the Intruder” were set in this storybook town. Hanapepe lays claim to more fine art galleries than any other place on the island. There are at least seven galleries listed among the gift shops and restaurants that do business here.

Crusing along the majestic Na Pali Coast State Park, visitors from throughout the world will experience its rugged coastline and the otherworldly mystic of its natural beauty and haunting heritage. This is a place that time has barely brushed. The fluted sea cliffs, or pali, rise like sentries straight up from the green valleys and white sand beaches below. The rugged terrain appears much as it did centuries ago when Hawaiian settlements flourished in Na Pali Coast valleys and inhabitants practiced a self-sufficient lifestyle existing on the food they could grow and the fish they could catch.

For shopping fans, no holiday can be complete without a drive to Lihue.This part of Kauai is the government and commercial center of the island. Nawiliwili Harbor is the island’s major commercial shipping center and cruise ship port. Nearby Kalapaki Beach is the home of the Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club and the Kauai Lagoons Golf Club.

Kinipopo Shopping Village offers a variety of fun shops and some eateries. It also has a water sports shop that carries everything you need to purchase or rent for water fun activities, and can also arrange for water skiing or kayak rental. Aloha shirts, vintage maps, fine art, and lovely jewelry are all available at this shopping village.

No shopping afficionados can have a fulfiling holiday without a trip to Wailua Shopping Plaza which houses several restaurants and an eclectic antique shop. The Coconut Marketplace is home to more than 70 shops in which you’ll find precious Hawaiian mementos, fine artwork, antiques, jewelry, craft items, and so much more.

Koloa Town, in the heart of the South Shore resort area, was once the site of Hawaii’s first successful sugar plantation. Though sugar has long been replaced by tourism as the community’s economic mainstay, evidence of those colorful plantation days lives on in its restored buildings, its history center and its churches, one — St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church — dating back to 1841.

And after driving for hours and hours, no holiday can be complete without accommodation so that the traveler can have a well deserved rest. But don’t settle for second rated motels. Search for Accommodations and Lodging from Condos, Homes, Cottages, Houses, Estates, and for the more discerning traveler, Villas by in Poipu Beach, Anahola, Princeville and Hanalei Bay, Hawaii. Remember to enjoy the convenience of staying close to several great sandy beaches. No need to drive, just walk out the front door. There are many hotels and guest houses outfitted with boogie boards, masks, snorkels, coolers, beach umbrellas & towels, complete kitchen, videos, games, DVD, VCR, CD, Kauai guide books, and lots more.

Australia As A Vacation Destination

November 25, 2009 by admin  
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Australia, at once the world’s largest island and smallest continent, is an excellent vacation destination. Most of the country enjoys a subtropical climate and the people are friendly and welcoming, not to mention that the official language is English. There are three good reasons why you should plan to spend your next vacation in Australia: beach and water activities, outdoors and wildlife activities and human and cultural activities. Australia does all of these things best. So no matter what you would like to do on your next vacation, you should do it in Australia!

In Australia, one cannot escape water – it’s everywhere! The most renowned aquatic destination in the world is the Great Barrier Reef, off the northeastern coast of Australia. The coast of Queensland is sophisticatedly developed to cater to the needs of tourists with such varied interests as scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, swimming, surfing, fishing or just relaxing. It is certainly one of the top vacation destinations in the world, but Australia’s aquatic adventures don’t end there. The area around Sydney is great for sailing, fishing and swimming and even some diving. The beaches around the Indian Ocean, near Darwin, are popular for fishing as well as swimming and of course relaxing. The southern coast line is best known for its surfing and its surfers, as the swells and waves are excellent, yet challenging. Moving inland, rafting, kayaking and freshwater fishing are also quite popular, especially in the north of Queensland and in the territories of Victoria and New South Wales. So, when dreaming of the perfect vacation spot to practice water sports, don’t forget Australia.

For those in search of the great outdoors, Australia has offers endless choices. Hiking is an extremely popular sport and is practiced throughout the entire country. One of the most interesting places is the Outback near Alice Springs. There are picturesque monolithic rock formations and arid landscapes. It is also possible to go horseback riding and stay on an authentic outback ranch, where visitors may see kangaroos and other native wildlife. Another great place for safaris is up north in the Kimberly ranges, where visitors can enjoy hiking around the mountain ranges and canoeing with a chance to see the fearsome crocodiles. In south, there are superb biking and walking trails around the Blue Mountains and the Snowy Mountains. One of the best and most breathtaking hiking tours is along the Great Ocean Walk that spans from near Perth all the way to Adelaide. Whether you prefer biking, hiking or horseback riding, Australia is sure to provide you the most rewarding leisurely experience.

Finally, for those urbanites who enjoy good dining, museums, concerts and other cultural attractions, Australia is not to be left behind. At each major city, especially along the southeast and eastern coast, there are plenty of options for entertainment. Melbourne is sure to please, with year-round festivals, not to mention the vast amount of galleries, museums, and sports centers. Adelaide is famous for its city parks and squares as well as its history. The city has hip cafés and excellent dining. Certainly Sydney, the postcard-city of Australia, cannot be overlooked. Sydney offers a wide variety of dining and sightseeing around its beautiful bay and dazzling opera house that sets the city apart from any other. On any trip to Australia, visitors will pass through the urban centers of the country and it is undoubtedly worthwhile to take some time to get to know them.

As you can see, Australia has something to offer everyone, regardless of taste or preferential pastime. The options of tours, activities to partake in and places to go are endless, making Australia not just another destination, but THE destination for an amazing vacation.

Reflections: Traveling in Taiwan

November 25, 2009 by admin  
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Ten months. It’s almost hard to believe that it was that long ago since I first set foot in Japan for an encore experience of Asia. Four months ago, I was blessed with a second opportunity to visit the alluring country of Thailand. Last month, fortune smiled once again, this time involving a two-week trek across peninsular Malaysia, a trip which also allowed me a glimpse of Taiwan (on the way from Japan).

Recently you might have noticed that I’ve added two new photo albums to this site, in tribute to my travels to these two captivating countries. And so here is part one of the story behind these photos, albeit the abridged version, of my stay in Taiwan, with a blog on Malaysia to follow later.

Over the years, I suppose the global wanderer in me has somewhat evolved. I suppose I would now be classified more as a quasi-backpacker (unlike my earlier years hiking up the eastern seaboard of Australia with camping gear and a “ready-to-fall-apart-any-minut e” backpack. I still have that backpack (albeit a newer one that still has some life in it), however, my choice of accomodations has been upgraded considerably from the days sleeping in roach-infested caravans, stark and non-descript hostels, and portable three-man tents one could pitch just about anywhere. For both Malaysia and Taiwan, I decided it was time to trade those options in, and booked all my accomodations well in advance. I now dealt with star ratings, a thing in the past almost foreign to me!

Leanne and I departed Osaka, Japan, on August 3rd, bound for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with a long overnight layover in Taiwan, allowing us a 24-hour window to attain at least a glimpse of this very unique country. After a brief two and a half hour flight, we touched down at Chiang Kai Shek International Airport, and shortly thereafter, boarded a bus bound for Taipei city, the urban epicentre of Taiwan.

There are times in my life when I wish my mind functioned like a video camera, being able to capture every travel moment of my life, and retrieve and replay them at will. Unfortunately, we must alternatively rely on our personal memory to relive these moments, but over time, these tend to fade in vividness. Perhaps this is the reason why I try to write down as quickly as I can, key travel moments, so to use them to easily trigger remembering the amassed memories I have collected to date. The journey to Taipei city from the airport is one of these examples I hope to hold on to for a very long

Travel experiences: Australia – Part 3

November 25, 2009 by admin  
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Gidday, says the true-blue Aussie customs officer at Brisbane Airport, greeting me with a smile despite the fact he looks tired and stressed. All around me people are dressed in shorts and speaking with unmistakable twangs that are weirdly comforting at this early hour.

I’ve run away to Brisbane for a long weekend; a spur of the moment decision to catch up with an old friends and family. It’s 20-odd years since I was here, and it’s like I’m seeing everything for the first time.

Outside the airport, there’s not a cloud in the sky and it’s several degrees warmer than home. I board the shuttle bound for the Roma St transit centre and realise I’m on official Brisbane time. The bus driver saunters over, singing to himself, and casually gets comfortable behind the wheel. He’s in no hurry.

The trip takes 40 minutes and I amuse myself watching signs with suburb names such as Enoggera, Gympie and Yeerongpilly flash past – names that are unique as only Aussie names can be. I hit the central city around lunchtime and I watch locals pouring out of their offices, marveling at the diversity of colours, cultures and characters.

That afternoon Old Friend gives me his version of the guided tour. We wander through South Bank, which he tells me is Brisbane’s premier attraction. The site of the 1988 World Expo, it has been redeveloped as an inner-city playground, and even includes a man-made beach. Life doesn’t get any better than this, Old Friend says.

“It’s my favourite part of town.”

We walk under arches covered in bougainvillea, accompanied by ibis and seagulls, and take a cruise north along Brisbane River and under Story Bridge, arguably Brisbane’s most recognised tourist attraction, where we watch in horror as our skipper tries to run down two hapless kayakers. Boats bob up and down and the sun glitters on the water and I think Brisbane is exactly as I imagined it.

The remainder of the afternoon is spent in a central pub, where the beer is cheap and cold and the windows open so we can watch the Friday afternoon work crowd spilling out on to the streets.

Early the next morning Old Friend and I hire a car, planning to head north to Noosa. The centre of Brisbane is a maze of one-way streets, and getting out of it is a fine art. After an hour of trying – my navigating skills and sense of direction being what they are – we breathe out and head towards Noosa. For a bright, sunny Saturday morning the north-bound traffic is surprisingly light, and it looks like

7 Travel Gadgets to Enhance Your Vacation!

November 25, 2009 by admin  
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Your much awaited travel plans will be greatly enhanced if you are well equipped with the appropriate travel gadgets. I have compiled a list of some gadgets that are sure to fill the down time and enhance the wow time!

1. iPods; Bringing an iPod loaded up with a variety of your favorite music can add a personal touch to an unfamiliar territory. It can be comforting and this comfort extends to helping an individual relax at night. Many people have slight to moderate difficulty sleeping in strange places. Also, iPod speakers are very small, portable and wireless and can allow you to play your music in your room, at the beach or by the pool, etc. An iPod arm band is another stylish accessory that will prove useful.

2. An Electronics Hammock; This gadget compliments any of your small gadgets that need charging. This Hammock is positioned right below an outlet by fastening to the plug itself and holds your electronic product to ensure that it does not dangle precariously or lay on the ground at risk of getting wet or stepped on.

3. Indestructible Travel Cases; Keeping your electronic gadgets with you at all times and also keeping them safe and dry is easier than ever before with the waterproof and crushproof Pelican Micro Case Series of cases. There’s even a purge valve to equalize the pressure!

4. Nintendo DS, Gameboy, Playstation portable; These three products are all hand held game consoles. Although marketed for adolescents, many adults also own and play these game consoles. There are hundreds of games to choose from and the DS has features such as PictoChat and 2 player capabilities. These features enable more than one user who has their own console to be partaking in the same activity or game. These players are connected wirelessly through a system to system wireless connection. Therefore, the 2 player feature only requires one of the players to actually have the game inserted into their DS. PictoChat allows for simple input of keyboard text and written text/drawings to be exchanged by up to 16 people.

5. Educational Computer Software; Educational computer software is great for children when they have some downtime either in the hotel, car or in the airplane. This activity is engaging and playful as well as intellectual. Bringing your laptop along is obviously required. WiFi is available at most hotels and a number of restaurants and travel service areas. Using the WiFi connection will enable you to check weather, get directions and phone numbers and look up local attractions.

6. The 150-Country Auto-Detecting Travel Adapter and Converter: A lightweight, compact device that automatically detects incoming voltage, converts it to 120-volt AC power, and provides plug adaptation for over 150 countries throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas and Caribbean, and Australia. The plug configures to fit a variety of international sockets, and it has a built-in USB port that allows you to leave chargers for cell phones, digital cameras, iPods, and other devices at home. The device also allows simultaneous AC and USB connection to charge two devices at once.

7. Voltaic Backpack; Voltaic backpack is a solar powered backpack. This sleek accessory will power every one of your gadgets (save your laptop) as long as there’s daylight. It is also a stylish bag to carry while on any trip. Specifics include;

• 4 Watts of Solar Power: From three tough, light weight, waterproof solar panels

• 4-6 hours of direct sunlight produce enough charge to fully charge a typical cell phone

• Battery Included: 4,400mAh at 3.6 volts Li-Ion battery pack with 3 voltage settings to store solar power

• When not in the sun, the battery can be charged using the AC travel charger or DC car charger making it just as useful on the grid as off

• 11 standard adaptors for easy connections to common cell phones and universal plugs

• Includes a car charger socket and USB adaptor so you can always use a standard charger for your device

• Note: It is not designed to charge laptops, it will however charge cell phones, sat phones, PDAs, GPSs, iPods, cameras and most other handheld electronics

Technology allows us to enhance our much awaited travel plans by arming us with very cool gadgets. I am sure the items on the list that I have compiled will enhance your vacation!

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