/**
* Theme functions and definitions
*
* @package HelloElementor
*/
if ( ! defined( 'ABSPATH' ) ) {
exit; // Exit if accessed directly.
}
define( 'HELLO_ELEMENTOR_VERSION', '2.9.0' );
if ( ! isset( $content_width ) ) {
$content_width = 800; // Pixels.
}
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_setup' ) ) {
/**
* Set up theme support.
*
* @return void
*/
function hello_elementor_setup() {
if ( is_admin() ) {
hello_maybe_update_theme_version_in_db();
}
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_register_menus', true ) ) {
register_nav_menus( [ 'menu-1' => esc_html__( 'Header', 'hello-elementor' ) ] );
register_nav_menus( [ 'menu-2' => esc_html__( 'Footer', 'hello-elementor' ) ] );
}
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_post_type_support', true ) ) {
add_post_type_support( 'page', 'excerpt' );
}
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_add_theme_support', true ) ) {
add_theme_support( 'post-thumbnails' );
add_theme_support( 'automatic-feed-links' );
add_theme_support( 'title-tag' );
add_theme_support(
'html5',
[
'search-form',
'comment-form',
'comment-list',
'gallery',
'caption',
'script',
'style',
]
);
add_theme_support(
'custom-logo',
[
'height' => 100,
'width' => 350,
'flex-height' => true,
'flex-width' => true,
]
);
/*
* Editor Style.
*/
add_editor_style( 'classic-editor.css' );
/*
* Gutenberg wide images.
*/
add_theme_support( 'align-wide' );
/*
* WooCommerce.
*/
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_add_woocommerce_support', true ) ) {
// WooCommerce in general.
add_theme_support( 'woocommerce' );
// Enabling WooCommerce product gallery features (are off by default since WC 3.0.0).
// zoom.
add_theme_support( 'wc-product-gallery-zoom' );
// lightbox.
add_theme_support( 'wc-product-gallery-lightbox' );
// swipe.
add_theme_support( 'wc-product-gallery-slider' );
}
}
}
}
add_action( 'after_setup_theme', 'hello_elementor_setup' );
function hello_maybe_update_theme_version_in_db() {
$theme_version_option_name = 'hello_theme_version';
// The theme version saved in the database.
$hello_theme_db_version = get_option( $theme_version_option_name );
// If the 'hello_theme_version' option does not exist in the DB, or the version needs to be updated, do the update.
if ( ! $hello_theme_db_version || version_compare( $hello_theme_db_version, HELLO_ELEMENTOR_VERSION, '<' ) ) {
update_option( $theme_version_option_name, HELLO_ELEMENTOR_VERSION );
}
}
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_scripts_styles' ) ) {
/**
* Theme Scripts & Styles.
*
* @return void
*/
function hello_elementor_scripts_styles() {
$min_suffix = defined( 'SCRIPT_DEBUG' ) && SCRIPT_DEBUG ? '' : '.min';
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_enqueue_style', true ) ) {
wp_enqueue_style(
'hello-elementor',
get_template_directory_uri() . '/style' . $min_suffix . '.css',
[],
HELLO_ELEMENTOR_VERSION
);
}
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_enqueue_theme_style', true ) ) {
wp_enqueue_style(
'hello-elementor-theme-style',
get_template_directory_uri() . '/theme' . $min_suffix . '.css',
[],
HELLO_ELEMENTOR_VERSION
);
}
}
}
add_action( 'wp_enqueue_scripts', 'hello_elementor_scripts_styles' );
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_register_elementor_locations' ) ) {
/**
* Register Elementor Locations.
*
* @param ElementorPro\Modules\ThemeBuilder\Classes\Locations_Manager $elementor_theme_manager theme manager.
*
* @return void
*/
function hello_elementor_register_elementor_locations( $elementor_theme_manager ) {
if ( apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_register_elementor_locations', true ) ) {
$elementor_theme_manager->register_all_core_location();
}
}
}
add_action( 'elementor/theme/register_locations', 'hello_elementor_register_elementor_locations' );
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_content_width' ) ) {
/**
* Set default content width.
*
* @return void
*/
function hello_elementor_content_width() {
$GLOBALS['content_width'] = apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_content_width', 800 );
}
}
add_action( 'after_setup_theme', 'hello_elementor_content_width', 0 );
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_add_description_meta_tag' ) ) {
/**
* Add description meta tag with excerpt text.
*
* @return void
*/
function hello_elementor_add_description_meta_tag() {
if ( ! apply_filters( 'hello_elementor_description_meta_tag', true ) ) {
return;
}
if ( ! is_singular() ) {
return;
}
$post = get_queried_object();
if ( empty( $post->post_excerpt ) ) {
return;
}
echo '' . "\n";
}
}
add_action( 'wp_head', 'hello_elementor_add_description_meta_tag' );
// Admin notice
if ( is_admin() ) {
require get_template_directory() . '/includes/admin-functions.php';
}
// Settings page
require get_template_directory() . '/includes/settings-functions.php';
// Allow active/inactive via the Experiments
require get_template_directory() . '/includes/elementor-functions.php';
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_check_hide_title' ) ) {
/**
* Check whether to display the page title.
*
* @param bool $val default value.
*
* @return bool
*/
function hello_elementor_check_hide_title( $val ) {
if ( defined( 'ELEMENTOR_VERSION' ) ) {
$current_doc = Elementor\Plugin::instance()->documents->get( get_the_ID() );
if ( $current_doc && 'yes' === $current_doc->get_settings( 'hide_title' ) ) {
$val = false;
}
}
return $val;
}
}
add_filter( 'hello_elementor_page_title', 'hello_elementor_check_hide_title' );
/**
* BC:
* In v2.7.0 the theme removed the `hello_elementor_body_open()` from `header.php` replacing it with `wp_body_open()`.
* The following code prevents fatal errors in child themes that still use this function.
*/
if ( ! function_exists( 'hello_elementor_body_open' ) ) {
function hello_elementor_body_open() {
wp_body_open();
}
}
To get why, we need to back up a step.
Yes, yet pack lighter. Transport a tablet or a petite laptop instead of a bulkier TV, along with a two of noise‑cancelling headphones for when you need to keep an eye on in a noisy hostel. A portable charger is a must; I once ran out of juice halfway through a thriller and missed the final twist. By keeping the tech kit minimal, you free up space for hiking boots or a good book – the kind you as a matter of fact read when the Wi‑Fi fails.
These habits have saved me from the dreaded “buffering nightmare” on a rainy Sunday, and they’ve also nudged me to explore places I might have ignored before, like a seaside town with a surprisingly strong fibre connection.
The same principle applies in a surprising number of situations.
The biggest drawback is the danger of “material fatigue”. After a marathon session, I sometimes feel too drained to enjoy the scenery I paid for. A friend of mine missed an entire day of a coastal stride because he fell asleep halfway through a 12‑episode series. The effect is most pronounced for people who treat streaming as a primary leisure activity to a degree than a supplement.
It’s not simply about TV shows. The same binge‑ready mindset applies to online gaming, virtual reality tours and even interactive podcasts. The truth is, a prompt watch at the latest forums shows that many users are swapping travel itineraries for multiplayer raids that run over the weekend. That’s where a site like lolajack slips into the conversation, offering a hub for gamers who also happen to be weekend wanderers.
Another factor is the “offline window”. Most platforms let you download up to five titles for 48 hours. If the download limit expires before you come back, you’ll have to cut the trip squat or settle for a wordless car cruise. I now schedule my downloads to finish by Thursday dusk, giving me a safety net for any unexpected delays.
When I compare holiday options now, I start by checking the release calendar of the services I subscribe to. If a highly anticipated drama premieres on a Saturday, I look for places with reliable broadband along with a noiseless space.
In practice this means I favour rural cottages over city hotels, because the latter regularly have thin walls as well as shared lounges where the Wi‑Fi is overloaded. For example, a weekend in the Cotswolds costs around £150 for a two‑guest room cottage with a dedicated line, compared with £120 for a city boutique hotel that can’t assurance a stable stream.
Another limitation is charge. Premium broadband in remote cabins can insert £20‑£30 to the nightly rate, and that extra expense can quickly outweigh the savings from a shorter stay. Budget travellers want to weigh whether the convenience of a binge session is worth the higher fee tag.
In the end, streaming services have turned weekend trips into a balancing act between on‑demand entertainment as well as the traditional lure of getting away. The key is to treat the next episode as a perk, not the purpose of the journey.
Since many travelers now prioritize binge‑watching, choosing shorter stays that fit into a weekend.
Focus on local experiences, create a micro‑itinerary, and schedule downtime for streaming or relaxation.
Yes, they reduce accommodation costs, transportation, and dining, while still offering a transform of scenery.