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Alternative Adventures at Home When You Can’t Go Geocaching

18 July 2020GeocachingBeing stuck at home does not mean being stuck in essence. You are at home, yes, but there is so much to do. Give it some thought, and something will surely come up. There are so many activities you can do either alone or with someone else. If you are having a hard time thinking of ideas, we will help you out. Online Gaming and Betting Have you ever tried gaming before? How about betting? If you have then good, you’ll have an idea then on how to play online casino games or even bet on your favourite sports. There are hundreds of online casino and betting websites you can visit this instant. From then on, you can start playing casino games and win the big payout. You can play for money or just for fun. But, trust us, playing for money is more fun. If you want to experience some real excitement, you should give live streaming a go. We are talking about betting on sports in real-time with real dealers and real players beside you (virtually). Yoga and meditate Many people say that being stuck at home is a great opportunity to clear your head and re-energize. The problem with that tends to be smartphones and the online world. When at home, people spend most of their time in front of their mobile devices surfing the online world. Yoga and meditation are both proven to improve one’s general health, especially your mental health. These activities are not that hard to do and if you get the hang of them, then you’ll experience something you’ve never experienced before. With yoga, there are a bunch of online tutorial videos you can check out. Meditation is also not that easy. Most people say, simply closing your eyes in a sitting position is not enough to relax. Well, this is a discipline and there is a method to achieve that peaceful state of mind. These activities are our top picks in case we are asked to stay at home for a couple of days. [...]

Top Activities for Adventurers Out There

20 June 2020Feature Articles / Geocaching TipsAdventurers are always up for new adventures. The most common idea of an adventure is travelling from one place to another. Conquering someplace new and coming back with new memories. But, if you are out there for an adventure, then you might want to give these activities a try. For this list, we highly encourage people, we don’t want to convince them. It is still up to you if you want to engage. Geocaching Have you ever heard about geocaching? If you have not, then it is a real-life treasure hunt for all people all over the globe. There is no one treasure for this one. Geocaching is a recreational activity wherein people hide caches, containers or other items someplace inaccessible or not common to most people. People who then sign-up for a geocaching account can find these treasures. We are not talking about the usual treasure hunt game with clues written on a piece of paper. This is an all-out adventure that people can explore new places they’ve never been to before. Right now, there are more than 3 million geocachers all over the globe. New members and new adventures everywhere. There is a strong possibility that there is a cache near you today. If you want to find out more, then all you have to do is download the mobile application, sign-up and start treasure hunting. Online Gaming Have you gone gaming before? If you have, then you know how exciting it is. But you can experience all of that once more right at the comfort of your own home. As an adventurer who seizes every single day, you’ll be needing a break. Right at home, you can access hundreds of online casino websites while sitting comfortably on your couch. You can either play for money or for free. Playing for fun, well, is fun. Playing for money is a whole new thing. Try downloading Unibet mobile app or you can also visit the website. Right off that bat, you are greeted by an online casino bonus. That’s right, you get free coins to play whatever game you like. There are hundreds of casino games you can play by the way. What makes this an adventure is you get to play with others as well. The thrill you feel for every card being drawn and every spin of the roulette wheel. The Netherlands government has quite an extensive set of laws and regulations for gambling and online gambling. Be sure to familiarise yourself with it before signing up. [...]

Tips for First Time Geocachers

21 May 2020Feature Articles / GeocachingAre you about to start your first ever geocaching adventure? Well, we are truly excited to hear about it once you are done. With that, we hope that this experience you are about to embark to be as memorable as it can be. Also, here are some pointers for all beginners out there. Document your Adventure You are sure to remember everything about this experience, but why not share that to the rest of the world? We have seen great discoveries by other geocachers and they are truly worth sharing. Remember to always bring a camera with you or a smartphone. Take photos and videos of your trip. Anything that catches your attention, take a photo of it. If you meet new people, take a picture with them. Geocaching is not just about finding but it is about discovering new things, new places, and new people. Another exciting part about geocaching is making a montage of it and then sharing it to the world. You are not just sharing your experience. You are also encouraging other people to step outside and go on an adventure of their own. So, once again, don’t forget to take a lot of photos and videos. It is going to be memorable indeed, not only for you but for everyone. Don’t Be Restricted to the Map Geocaching has a map or a direction you can navigate to discover a hidden cache. But it is highly advisable to explore rather than just follow that straight line in your GPS. Geocaching is about exploring your surroundings. The surroundings you are familiar with but not entirely. One of the best feedback Geocaching got was “I think it is so neat that they are hidden everywhere. There is a whole world around us that most people never notice.” Another one read, “Why geocache? Because it takes you places that you never knew existed! It’s such an adventure!” There is so much to experience out there. That GPS map is merely a guide, you’ll know where to go. You just need to look ahead. Just a heads up, some geocachers are travelling overseas for this. You might consider doing just that but make sure to have other objectives as well. Invite Others Geocaching is exciting when you are going to the unknown, well, alone. But, have you considered inviting some friends or maybe a family member? It is always amazing to share this experience with someone dear to you. If you are married, why not bring your significant other on this adventure. Together, you can find the cache. If you are looking for something new to do with your parents and siblings, geocaching just might be your new favourite activity for some quality time. [...]

How to Get Creative as a Cache Owner

17 April 2020Feature Articles / GeocachingIn geocaching, some find and some hide. Finding a cache is truly exciting. But, hiding a cache, believe it or not, is on a whole different level. With more and more people joining the movement, more and more cache owners are being creative on how they hide the cache. If you are about to hide a cache of your own, here are some pointers to make the entire experience more memorable for you and all other geocachers out there. If you have some ideas of your own, feel free to share them, please. Puzzle and Mystery If you think geocaching is just finding a Tupperware in the middle of the forest or the woods, then you have another thing coming. In geocaching, most people can find caches through their GPS. That is as simple as booking an Uber to get to a restaurant. These days, owners are shaking things up. For some, the destination you see on your smartphone is merely a clue getting you closer to the real treasure. That is where you get creative. It is up to you on how you will integrate puzzle and mystery in the geocaching attempt. You can even reinvent some iconic mystery puzzles you see in your favourite movies like “The Da Vinci Code” starring Tom Hanks. That can be a little much and honestly controversial. But it is your cache, so it is up to you on how you are going to make this one of the most memorable geocaching experiences ever. An Unforgettable Prize For most caches, people find random items and a paper with a list of people who found the cache. One of the most exciting and thrilling parts of geocaching is the time between finding the cache and seeing what is inside. As the owner, you know how hard it was to find your cache so you might want to reward people for locating it. Some people, believe it or not, are hiding cash and some even jewellery. This is not just an incentive by the way. Geocaching is always worth your while whatever you find. Some participants are planning on hiding concert tickets in their caches for the first individual to find the cache. Go Overseas That’s right, some cache owners fly overseas to other countries just to hide their treasures. In geocaching, the application mostly shows you the closest cache nearby. But that does not mean you can’t go looking for caches that are thousands of miles away from you. That is why geocaching is inspiring more and more people to travel. One of the biggest highlights in geocaching is the destination. We have had seen caches hidden at remote areas from Auckland, New Zealand to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. [...]

Top Reasons Why You Should Join Geocaching Today

11 April 2020Feature Articles / Geocaching TipsGeocaching is slowly but surely becoming one of the biggest recreational movements. There are more than 3 million geocachers on record and that estimated total continues to rise. Most people are asking why geocaching is making a lot of waves. Here is why. Travel Adventure Geocaching is not the usual treasure hunt game wherein the treasure is contained in a single area alone. Before, geocachers tended to hide caches nearby. These days, people are getting more creative and they are hiding these treasures more purposefully. Geocaching inspires people to travel from one place to another and explore places they haven’t seen before. On top of that, everyone observes safety and are always a step ahead. Story Tellers You know that feeling when someone tells you a story that sparks something within you. It does not matter if you are not part of it. What matters is that you heard the story, you understood it and it became one of the most memorable experiences of your life. Well, in geocaching, you are sure to learn a lot of stories of so many people. People tend to store something sentimental with quite the engaging backstory. Meet People Geocaching is for everyone. We don’t select the people who can participate. No matter who you are, you can be part of this movement. Geocaching is a great way to meet new people. People you never knew that might have a massive impact on your life. These kinds of meetings happened with some geocachers. Geocaches inspires a sense of adventure within us all and it also brings people together. So, what are you waiting for? Sign-up today and start the treasure hunting adventure you’ve been hoping for. [...]

Awesome Facts about Geocaching

3 April 2020GeocachingGeocaching, little by little is taking over the world. More and more people are getting in on the fun adventure and going treasure hunting. Geocaching is more than just a recreational activity for people. It is becoming one of the biggest recreational movements in the world. Now here are some amazing facts about geocaching we bet you didn’t know about. More than 3 million Geocachers To date, there are more than 3 million geocachers across the globe. The exact estimated total is at 3,171,954. That total only increases day by day. The ease of creating an account and joining the movement can be done within minutes. With that number, more and more caches are to be found and hidden. By 2020, there is no doubt that the number of participants will double in size or even more. It Sparks Sustainability As people join the movement, more and more are seeing the devastation on our natural environments. More and more people are aware of the magnitude of not only global warming but all other negative aspects that threatens life as we know it. It is within our plan to spark something sustainable along with geocaching as we protect mother nature together. We are looking forward to new adventurers to join us and establish geocaching as a global movement that not only sparks adventure but advocacy for the environment as well. Real Treasures With more caches being found and hidden, some adventurers are storing items of value to them. Some items can be sold for a sum of money while others have sentimental value. These days, geocachers are keeping items that would inspire people and get them engaged. Upon further clarification, some geocachers find cash in some caches for them to keep. So, what are you waiting for? There might be a cache near you right now. [...]

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