Gadling http://www.gadling.com Gadling http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.gadling.com/media/feedlogo.gif Gadling http://www.gadling.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Keep cords organized with TP rolls - Hotel tip]]>http://www.gadling.com/2010/06/24/keep-cords-organized-with-tp-rolls-hotel-tip/http://www.gadling.com/2010/06/24/keep-cords-organized-with-tp-rolls-hotel-tip/http://www.gadling.com/2010/06/24/keep-cords-organized-with-tp-rolls-hotel-tip/#commentsFiled under:

Keep your power cords -- and your sanity! -- in check by using the cardboard from paper towel or toilet paper rolls to organize all your electronics' cords. To make a "cord minder" for each of your gadgets, follow these steps:
  1. cut a piece of cardboard tube to size
  2. cut a notch at each end to "hold" the ends (USB head or plug)
  3. stuff the cord inside the tube, leaving the ends wedged into the notches (add a rubber band for more security)
  4. mark each tube's contents and place all cords in a plastic bag
When you arrive at your destination, grab the tubes you need and leave the rest in the bag. Rather than having numerous power cords draped around the room, the cords will be contained neatly in the tubes.

Bonus: if you see a toilet paper tube when packing to leave, it's probably yours. [Photo: Flickr | Andres Rueda]

Keep cords organized with TP rolls - Hotel tip originally appeared on Gadling on Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>100 words or less100WordsOrLesscord minderCordMinderelectronicshotelhotlespower cordpower cordsPowerCordPowerCordstechnologytravelThu, 24 Jun 2010 13:04:00 EST<![CDATA[Create an adventure storybook as a souvenir - Traveling with kids tip]]>http://www.gadling.com/2010/03/05/traveling-with-kids-tip-create-an-adventure-storybook-as-a-souv/http://www.gadling.com/2010/03/05/traveling-with-kids-tip-create-an-adventure-storybook-as-a-souv/http://www.gadling.com/2010/03/05/traveling-with-kids-tip-create-an-adventure-storybook-as-a-souv/#commentsFiled under:

A favorite stuffed toy can be an excellent way to create an inexpensive and creative souvenir for your child.

Everywhere you go with your child, be sure to take a picture of your child and the toy doing something fun (making faces, pretending to run away, etc.). Make sure you get a good view of the sight in the picture as well.

Then, when you get home, combine these images into a storybook and use your imagination to create a storyline. Don't forget to include a 'blooper' page for pictures that did not make the 'final cut'.

Create an adventure storybook as a souvenir - Traveling with kids tip originally appeared on Gadling on Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>100 words or less100WordsOrLessfamilytravelkidsroadtripsouvenirstraveltipsFri, 05 Mar 2010 12:04:00 EST<![CDATA[Challenge your family to a food "dare" contest - Dining out tip]]>http://www.gadling.com/2010/02/18/dining-out-tip-challenge-your-family-to-a-food-dare-contest/http://www.gadling.com/2010/02/18/dining-out-tip-challenge-your-family-to-a-food-dare-contest/http://www.gadling.com/2010/02/18/dining-out-tip-challenge-your-family-to-a-food-dare-contest/#commentsFiled under:

We go on vacation to be someplace different. Yet many people eat the same old foods on vacation as they eat at home. On your next vacation, challenge your family to a food "dare" contest. Here's how:

  • Go to a local marketplace or anywhere serving local foods.
  • Ask each member of the family to find one food for everyone to try.
  • Pick an outside area for a picnic and be sure to photograph the foods and the faces.
  • Whoever picks the best food item, wins!
The meal might not be tasty or balanced but it's sure to be memorable.

Challenge your family to a food "dare" contest - Dining out tip originally appeared on Gadling on Thu, 18 Feb 2010 10:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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