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16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - Weekend Update: Introd... · 0 replies · +1 points

Hey Jessica - we're not claiming to be the only location independent resource out there.

This is aimed at helping people who *don't* necessarily already have their own audience or voice within the LI community but who have or want to create a valuable resource and would like to spread the word about it. This is a way of ensuring that we can help use the platforms we've already created to promote the best of these without compromising our own brand.

When somebody chooses to use the term "LIP" or "location independent" in their brand/domain name, to some people this may imply some sort of association with our site/company - we want to ensure that it's clear to our audience & readership where this relationship does actually exist - and where it does, we'll aim to promote & support the resources as much as possible.

The people you've mentioned already have their own audiences/platforms and obviously don't need our "thumbs up" to continue doing the great jobs they're doing.

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

Good question Jez! I have been back-and-forth over getting an iPhone for months (I *so* want one). But as you mention, buying one from O2 (or even Orange & Voda now they're in on the game) gets prohibitively expensive as soon as you start to roam with it & are charged data roaming fees. I checked these out and it's like £10 per 1MB or something silly like that.

The only alternative that I can come up with is to go for the iPod Touch instead...and when you're overseas just connect wirelessly. It does pretty much what the iPhone does except of course the phone functions but if you're using wireless to connect, you can always the use the Skype app.

For me, I think that'll be the best way to go since I'd probably be connecting wirelessly overseas anyway, in which case I don't need the phone/GSM functionality.

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

Link fixed, thanks Lis.

The Nike's would probably stand up to light hiking (we both climbed up Lion's Head in Cape Town in ours) - although they're not the most structured/supportive of shoes so that's something to consider for hiking over rougher terrain.

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

LOL, thanks Matthew - perhaps there's a post in there - 10 unconventional uses for sporks or 10 tips for getting the most from your spork :)

Good to know about the melting thing.

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thanks for the tip about Privo, Carmen - they look pretty comfy :)

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

The best thing about the spork is its name ;) You're right about excess baggage - it can get pretty expensive. Thanks for stopping by to commend David.

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

Ooooh, yes that's exactly what I've been looking for. Thanks so much!

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - 8 Lightweight Alternat... · 0 replies · +1 points

Hey Colin - you're right, the Vibram's should probably have a bigger mention given the great stuff people say about them but I haven't tried them yet so I'd be guessing! Good to hear your thoughts on them...been meaning to get a pair for ages.

Not tried the mi-fi yet - that's from Verizon in the US right? Would be interested to know how/if it travels too with roaming charges etc. Anyone else tried it?

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - Lessons Learned On The... · 0 replies · +1 points

Unfortunately, I don't...

These days we think carefully about what value we get from the money we spend - as I *hate* flying (and yes, I know that *is* ironic coming from a nomadic LIP!!!) - if I had the money to spend on 1st class flights, I probably would. That's why we sometimes choose to fly business class because the additional room, ability to do some work on the laptop, the lounge access etc. etc. makes it valuable enough for us to spend the extra to do so. First class might be a little extravagant but hey, we all need a bit of extravagance in our lives sometimes :)

16 years ago @ Location Independent B... - Weekend Update: Search... · 1 reply · +1 points

Oooh, well I'll bear you in mind as a writer anyway, Blue...you're obviously living the life :)

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