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From Tourist to Resident: 7 Signs You Just Want to Stay Put
From Tourist to Resident: 7 Signs You Just Want to Stay Put Many long-term backpackers don't want to admit that they're ready to settle down, but sometimes even nomads need a break from travel. Brooke Schoenman talks about 7 signs that show you might need that break.
Linter The Dragon
Linter The Dragon Think you've heard everything there is to hear about the Jeremy Lin story? Linpossible. Expat Andy Lovley offers a unique glance at the Taiwanese public's reaction to the meteoric rise of their long-lost son.
Finding My Voice as a Teacher in Thailand
Finding My Voice as a Teacher in Thailand Facing your fears is a big part of travel, but Britany Robinson never anticipated facing this one.
8 Ways to Get Up Close to Sustainable Beverage Makers
8 Ways to Get Up Close to Sustainable Beverage Makers There's a lot of talk these days about eating organic, local and sustainable food. But what about your favorite drinks? These eight beverage makers know a thing or two about sustainable practices, and the best thing is, their doors are open to visitors.
Diverse Namibia: Three Ways to Give Back to a Country That Has Plenty to Offer
Diverse Namibia: Three Ways to Give Back to a Country That Has Plenty to Offer The newly-minted African country of Namibia may still be cutting its safari teeth, but that is just what we like about it. Besides booking your next great adventure, here are three ways to give back to a country that has plenty to give in return.
Amazing Indie Travel Experiences for 2012
Amazing Indie Travel Experiences for 2012 To celebrate the launch of the Indie Travel Manifesto, we present a list of incredible experiences to inspire you to be an indie traveler this year!
How to Be an Indie Traveler Anywhere You Go
How to Be an Indie Traveler Anywhere You Go You can be an indie traveler anywhere you go - even at home. In fact, indie travel isn't all about traveling. We know. It sounds weird. It looks weird. But hear us out.
Indie Traveler Interview: Rick Steves
Indie Traveler Interview: Rick Steves We asked some of our favorite indie travelers to give us their thoughts on travel and how indie travel helps them better understand themselves and the world around them. Here's what Rick Steves, travel guidebook writer and Europe travel expert, had to say.
Indie Traveler Interview: Pico Iyer
Indie Traveler Interview: Pico Iyer We asked some of our favorite indie travelers to give us their thoughts on travel and how indie travel helps them better understand themselves and the world around them. Here's what legendary travel writer Pico Iyer had to say.
12 Reasons Why Southeast Asia is the Best Place in the World for Backpackers
12 Reasons Why Southeast Asia is the Best Place in the World for Backpackers Forget Western Europe, Australia or Latin America. Stephanie Yoder explains why Southeast Asia is still the king of backpacker destinations.