Author: Dax Nair
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Here are 10 Pickleball Training Aids Worth Your Attention
✏️ Update: October 18, 2024 It’s a fact, pickleball is easy to learn. Getting super good at it is another matter. Pickleball training aids are a great way to improve your skills and take your game to the next level. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned player, the right training aids can significantly…
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Your Ultimate Winter Packing Guide (Inspired by a Scandinavian Adventure)
✏️ Update: October 27, 2024 As a Canadian accustomed to chilly winters, I thought I was prepared for anything. But when planning a two-week Scandinavian adventure, I realized that packing for extended exposure to Nordic elements required a whole new level of strategy. Embracing the elements is intrinsic to a Norway winter getaway, where enduring…
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Buying Pickleball Paddles: How to Find the Right One Without Overpaying
✏️ Update: October 27, 2024 The rise of pickleball has seen a surge in demand for equipment, particularly pickleball paddles. With so many options available, knowing how to find the right paddle without overpaying is essential. This guide will provide valuable tips on buying pickleball paddles without breaking the bank. The Pickleball Boom and Your…
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12 Pickleball Strategies for Tennis Players
✏️ Update: October 28, 2024 If you are transitioning from tennis to pickleball, you have an edge. Core tennis skills such as ground strokes, topspin, volleys, and overheads transfer well to pickleball. The crossover is evident even at the most advanced level of pickleball. The majority of the top ten male professional pickleball players boast…
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The Santorini Allure: Here Are 4 Web Stories
When choosing an island to visit in Greece, I was faced with an array of options. Each offered a unique experience. I planned to land in Athens, spend a few days there, and then take the ferry or a flight to one of the much-talked-about islands. I quickly learned that Greece’s islands are incredibly diverse,…
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Guide to the Top 6 Pickleball Ball Machine Brands: 2025 Update
✏️ Update: November 28, 2024. Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? A pickleball machine can be your secret weapon for improving your skills faster and training anytime, anywhere. Before dropping your hard-earned money on a pickleball ball machine, there are ten essential features that you should consider. They are portability, weight,…
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10 Essential Pickleball Ball Machine Features
✏️ Update: October 28, 2024 Pickleball’s surging popularity has spurred a thriving industry around it. Beyond the basics such as pickleball paddles, balls, and nets, the ecosystem now includes training aids, dedicated facilities, professional coaching services, and vacations catering to the enthusiastic and expanding pickleball community. So, it’s no wonder that pickleball ball machines are…
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Squash Gets Picked for the Olympics 2028 – About Time!
Squash has finally made its way to the grand stage – the Olympics! After multiple past disappoints where squash was dropped in favor of sports such as kite-surfing, rugby sevens, and others, squash gets picked for the Olympics. The decision to include squash in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics was made on Monday, October 16th,…
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Exploring the Best of Athens: A First-Timer’s Guide
Visitors planning a short vacation to Greece face a challenge: What can you realistically and affordably cover in a week to ten days? There’s Athens, the capital city and home to the Acropolis. Then, there are the islands, each with uniqueness and attractions. After much research, my wife and I landed on Athens and Santorini.…
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20 Tips For Your First Trip to Greece
With its rich history, stunning landscapes, and mouth-watering cuisine, Greece is a dream destination for many travelers. Whether you’re planning a visit to the bustling streets of Athens or the breathtaking islands of Santorini, you should know some essential things to make your first-time travel to Greece smooth and memorable. The observations included here are…