Hiking is often mistaken for a strenuous outdoor activity, requiring years of experience. Lavinia Patrascu believes that, even though climbing a mountain should never be taken lightly, the reality is that almost anyone can embark on a memorable journey towards an imposing mountain peak.
Istanbul. Just the name conjures up spires and bazaars and a rich history. James Pham highlights some of the reasons why this unique world capital that straddles Asia and Europe should shoot to the top of your bucket list.
I don’t how I feel about travel guides. I just don’t know how “lonely” this planet would be or not be without an essential how-to about traveling on a shoestring for college students who have no money or plan or travel partner for that matter. But travel on a shoestring I did. No money. No [...]
Want to make your Italy vacation photos and stories stand out? Jessica Spiegel says you'll need to get away from the places everyone else goes, or have a special theme to focus on for your trip.
Danish beer is not just Carlsberg, as Jane Graham illustrates in this fascinating tour of Denmark's thriving microbreweries hidden away in the most inviting of places.
The Indie Travel Champion has been crowned. Who won the inaugural Indie Travel Take Down Tournament? Find out the results and check out the reasons why the champion is deserving.
It's been a long and arduous journey to the Finals for these two countries, but they have battled and made it through. What was once 64 is now 2. Vote now to crown the 2012 Indie Travel Champion!
Eastern Europe is filled with newly-popular destinations, and you might not think getting from place to place would be complicated, but it usually is. Cristina Dima is a native travel writer who offers expert advice on how to do it cheapest and best.
From free bicycle rentals, hybrid taxi-cabs, and bustling farmer’s markets to inner city renewable energy zones, these 10 cities top the rankings when it comes to Europe’s most eco-friendly cities.