Win A Fitbit Blaze Smart Fitness Watch

Our friends at Tep Wireless are giving away a stylish new smartwatch to help you stay on top of your fitness goals.
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"Things work out best for those who make the best of how things work out." - John Wooden _ Lunch, anyone? _ Overlooking the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) from Seven Hills restaurant in Istanbul. _ If you could pick anyone in the world to have lunch with here, who would it be? _ This photo reminds me of today's quote. I didn't know about this specific restaurant beforehand, but was roaming the nearby streets looking for anything to eat (that wasn't a pretzel or roasted chestnuts). This restaurant entrance was non-descript. Nothing out of the ordinary. But little did I know I'd found not only a delightful lunch but one of the best views in Istanbul. _ Make the most of your everyday. _ #questionoftheday

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"Better to illuminate than merely to shine, to deliver to others contemplated truths than merely to contemplate." - Thomas Aquinas _ Eiffel Tower, beautifully illuminated with reflections on the Seine River. _ Share time: Have you been to Paris? What's your best tip for first time visitors? Share in the comments. _ Thinking about escaping the cold weather and jetting overseas? Check out @tepwireless. It's what I use.

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How's your eyesight? Can you spot 12 tennis courts? _ Shot taken from a hot air balloon over Melbourne, Australia. The city of Melbourne has a reputation for being a sanctuary for sport. But it's more obvious from above, seeing all the countless sports venues from this perspective. _ #perspective #australiagram

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5 Easy Tips To Guarantee You’ll Choose The Right Travel Clothing

The best travel clothing is versatile and can be worn in at least a couple different situations. I’m going to share my 5 tips to guarantee you’ll choose the right travel clothing, along with a couple brands I’ve come to trust over the years.
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"Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation." - Brian Tracy _ The Gibson Steps near the Twelve Apostles, Victoria, Australia. _ The steps were carved into the cliff by local settler Hugh Gibson who worked on traditional access used by the original Kirrae Whurrong aboriginal inhabitants. _ To access the steps, you park at the Twelve Apostles Visitors Centre and walk along the Great Ocean Walk trail for 1.1 kms (60-80 mins round-trip). The spectacular view is worth the effort. _ #australiagram

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"Share your knowledge. It’s a way to achieve immortality." - Dalai Lama (1357-1419) _ Sunset silhouettes on the North Shore, Oahu, Hawaii. _ Who would you like to share this sunset with? Tag them in the comments. _ Today I'm appreciating the small things in life and being able to share them with people around me who care. _ #hawaiilife

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"Life is a travelling to the edge of knowledge, then a leap taken." - D. H. Lawrence _ Cliff jumpers at Waimea Beach, Oahu, Hawaii. _ I posted this photo on IG Stories yesterday and asked you to vote - would you jump? More than twice as many folks said "hell yeah" than "no way". What about you? Would you do it? _ While in Hawaii 🤙I used my @tepwireless Internet hotspot to stay online. 👈

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Top 10 Travel Instagrammers of 2017

One thing that consistently surprises me about social media, and the Internet in general, is its incredible ability to motivate me. Or, perhaps more accurately, keep that fire lit and the excitement level high for the next border crossing or big road trip.
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"Letting go gives us freedom, and freedom is the only condition for happiness. If, in our heart, we still cling to anything - anger, anxiety, or possessions - we cannot be free." - Thich Nhat Hanh _ The stunning Byodo-In Temple in Oahu, Hawaii. _ The temple is a half-size-scale replica of a 900-year-old Buddhist temple at Uji in Kyoto prefecture of Japan. Contrary to popular belief, this is not a functioning Buddhist temple in the proper sense as it does not host a resident monastic community nor an active congregation. _ Inside the Byodo-In Temple is a 18 ft (5.5 m) statue of the Lotus Buddha, covered in gold and lacquer. _ This famous landmark has appear on TV shows such as Magnum P.I., Hawaii Five-O, seaQuest DSV, and (my favorite) Lost.

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"Today I choose life. Every morning when I wake up I can choose joy, happiness, negativity, pain... To feel the freedom that comes from being able to continue to make mistakes and choices - today I choose to feel life, not to deny my humanity but embrace it." - Kevyn Aucoin _ Rowers at sunrise. _ Looking down at the Yarra River in Melbourne, Australia. _ If you want to see how this photo was taken, check out the most recent article on travelwithbender.com or follow the link in my bio @travelwithbender. _ #australiagram

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"The true value of a human being can be found in the degree to which he has attained liberation from the self." - Albert Einstein _ Gone fishin'. _ Watching 3 folks fishing in Waikiki Bay, Honolulu. Near this location I also spotted a wild sea turtle 🐢 feeding on seaweed. Waikiki might be known for its high-rises and bustling beaches but there's also beautifully tranquil pockets as well. _ #hawaiilife #fishing🎣

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"Love yourself first, and then everything else falls in line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world." - Lucille Ball _ Relaxing jacuzzi at @spaattrumpwaikiki after a 60 minute massage by a world class therapist. The experience includes choice of Shiffa Gemstone oil (I chose the "sapphire"), fresh herbal tea, macadamia nuts, and foot cleanse. I walked out feeling like a million dollars. _ If you're looking for a rejuvenating vacation experience in Waikiki, Hawaii 🌴 or just need a little pampering, give this a try. _ #hawaiian @trumpwaikiki #luxuryhotelsworld

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"The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday." - Anonymous _ Sunset over Waikiki, Hawaii. _ View from our 2-bedroom suite at @trumpwaikiki. This suite has a fully equipped kitchen and massive living area - perfect for travelling with kids. _ In Hawaii I've been using my new 4G @tepwireless hotspot 🌴 to stay online. _ #hawaiilife #sunsetlovers

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"Create the highest, grandest vision possible for your life, because you become what you believe." _ Palm trees, sunshine and infinity pool. _ Wish you were here? _ At @trumpwaikiki today. Take a look at my IG stories for live updates around the hotel.

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