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Postcards as guides - International travel tip

by Elizabeth Maxson (RSS feed) on Jan 22nd 2010 at 8:37AM

The cheapest way to quickly discover what an unfamiliar city has to offer is to peruse a postcard rack and buy a few that intrigue you.

Postcards not only highlight "sight-see-worthy" locations, but if language is a barrier, just show the cab driver the picture, and you're on your way.

Once you're at your location, write a memory of your visit, mail it to your residence, and add to your scrapbook.

The biggest plus? No need to carry the heavy travel guides with you.

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