5 smartphone apps you need for your summer road trip

Making like a Griswald and taking your vacation on the road this summer? Forgo the cumbersome maps and kitschy sing-along songs you associate with the dark ages and instead load up your phone with five apps that will have you cruising smoothly down the highway.

Google Maps: One of the 5 apps you need on the road this summer

Google Maps: One of the 5 apps you need on the road this summer

Google Maps – iOS, Android

It seems obvious, doesn’t it? Of course you should have Google Maps on your phone. Doesn’t everybody? It’s totally obvious until you take the wrong exit and end up at a dead end in the middle of nowhere. Don’t take it for granted that your phone will automatically have a map app, and even if it does, ensure that you’ve enabled the Google Location Services so that you can use your device as a GPS. It doesn’t help if you have the app but you won’t allow it to show you where you are.

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Summer Fun: Travel, Shoot, Enlarge, Repeat

SummerFunAutumn is a great season for photography. All those crisp, clear days, auburn skies, and of course, the turning leaves with their infinite variety of yellows, browns and reds. Winter lends itself to great photos also, especially if you live somewhere that gets a lot of snow. Bonus points for photos of sunlight refracted through icicles. Then again, there’s always spring, with rainbows aplenty and blooming foliage everywhere you look. It’s true: there really is no ‘offseason’ for photographers.

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5 Tips For Travelling While Pregnant

Are you planning a relaxing “babymoon” before your little one arrives, or are you preparing to travel for business in the mid to latter stages of your pregnancy? Here are some tips to make your trip comfortable and stress-free.

Here are some helpful tips to make travelling while pregnant comfortable and stress-free. Image from BabyCentre.co.uk.

Here are some helpful tips to make travelling while pregnant comfortable and stress-free. Image from BabyCentre.co.uk.

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Tech Talk Regina: David Levett speaks about cameras and Mother’s Day gift ideas

May is Photo Month, and it just happens to be Mother’s Day as well. On Monday April 27, London Drugs tech expert, David Levett, sat down on CTV Morning Live in Regina to discuss the latest cameras, camera accessories, and canon rebelMother’s Day gift ideas in celebration of Photo Month.

David started his discussion by mentioning the new camera upgrades to the Canon Rebel T6I. Since last year, a  wireless system linked to a mobile device has been installed in the Canon Rebel T6I. By downloading an app, the camera can be placed on any tripod to take photos and zoom anywhere you like from the control of your cellphone.

The waterproof, shockproof and freeze proof Nikon S33 was next on the list of camerasnikon to talk about. The camera comes with oversized buttons, which make it extremely user friendly. David matched the Nikon S33 with the Gorilla Pod, which can wrap around objects with its durable and flexible legs. This tripod is ideal for latching onto objects that usually wouldn’t act as a great surface for tripods, such as the branches of a tree.

selfie stickThe Table Tripod is a very straightforward Tripod that is compatible with any camera of camcorder.  David also mentioned the Travel Tripod, which is made out of a carbon fibre weave. The light, airy fixture makes travelling easy and hassle free.

Finally, David discussed the well-known Selfie Stick that has been making headlines lately. The Selfie Stick can be hooked up to a device on your cellphone that will allow you to zoom and take pictures with the click of a button, which is perfect for those much needed group photos.

Protect yourself! Get a travel mosquito net

LifeSystems MicroNet Mosquito Net

LifeSystems MicroNet Mosquito Net

Mosquitoes aren’t just an annoying travel partner; they can carry diseases like malaria, yellow fever and dengue fever. Insect repellant is one way to dodge their bites during the day, but when you go to sleep, a hungry mosquito can take its time finding little patches of skin that your insect repellant may have missed. That’s where mosquito nets come in.

When used properly, mosquito nets are an important step in preventing insect bites.

LifeSystems UltraNet Mosquito Net

LifeSystems UltraNet Mosquito Net

London Drugs Travel Clinics offer two styles of mosquito nets: the LifeSystems MicroNet Mosquito Net, which is available in single and double sizes and features a strengthening bar to give you more airflow and the LifeSystems UltraNet Mosquito Net, which is ideal for backpackers since its simple hanging design bears such a small footprint.

Both styles of mosquito nets have 196 holes per square inch and nylon ripstop skirting with lashing points to secure your nets. Both types are coated with EX8 AntiMosquito treatment, providing a further barrier against mosquito bites and lasts up to 2 years or 35 washes. You simply hang the net over a bed and secure it beneath your mattress or sleeping bag.

LifeSystems MicroNet Mosquito Net (double)

LifeSystems MicroNet Mosquito Net (double)

When you’re using a mosquito net:

  • Make sure the fabric of the net isn’t touching you while you sleep, since mosquitoes will still be able to bite through the net.
  • Regularly inspect your net for holes.
  • Ensure that you use your mosquito net every night—whether you’re sleeping indoors or outside.

Remember, mosquito nets are just one step in preventing malaria, yellow fever, and dengue fever. For more information on these and other insect-borne diseases, contact your local London Drugs Travel Clinic regarding this, as well as advice on malarial medications and other protection measures.

Five Foods of Mexico

mexico_221851948Inspired by a recent trip to Mexico, this blog post discusses fabulous fare from that southern hot spot! Mexican cuisine uses many delicious foods and spices but five that really stand out to me are:

  • Avocados
  • Tomatoes
  • Beans
  • Corn, and
  • Peppers

Read on for a brief overview of these tempting ingredients and try a recipe or two at the end of this article.

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Summer Road Trip Checklist

Summer Road TripWhether you have a few hours or a few days to spare, summer time is road trip time! That means it’s time to grab your gear (kids included), drop the windows, and make sure Aunt Edna is firmly strapped to the roof.  If travelling Clark Griswold style isn’t quite what you had in mind we can help. We’ve compiled a list of gadgets and must-not-forget items that can save you money and make your journey more enjoyable! READ MORE

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