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.
The South of France is famous for a few things that can actually give you the wrong impression about the place. Christine Centera shares some "secrets" that help set the record straight.
Has traveling ever made you hallucinate or panic uncontrollably? J.A. McCarroll and David Joshua Jennings explore 8 travel-related psychotic disorders that may affect those traveling outside their comfort zones.
Being prepared to drink in a foreign land requires more than knowing how to order a beer in the local language. Let David Joshua Jennings help maneuver you through 20 drinking traditions and customs around the world.
Get caught up on all the great articles our WhyGo family of sites produced in 2011 - learn about drinking in France, packing for Italy, cycling near Portland, Aussie slang, Thai temples, working in Spain, and so much more.
People from all over the world love the traditional spirit of European Christmas markets. Miruna Corneanu recommends some of the best in Europe and beyond.
One of the benefits of long term travel is the ability to spend several days, or even weeks, immersing yourself in a new skill. Here are some suggestions on places where you can learn to do everything from surfing to French cooking.
Whether you prefer haunted history, spooky debauchery, or family-friendly frights, there's a perfect party for you. Jessica Peter presents thirteen of the best places around the world to celebrate Halloween.
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. 
The South of France is famous for a few things that can actually give you the wrong impression about the place. Christine Centera shares some "secrets" that help set the record straight. 
Has traveling ever made you hallucinate or panic uncontrollably? J.A. McCarroll and David Joshua Jennings explore 8 travel-related psychotic disorders that may affect those traveling outside their comfort zones. ![The 10 Best New Intrepid Trips for 2012 [Sponsored Post]](http://bna-art.s3.amazonaws.com/www.bootsnall.com/articles/wp-content/uploads/thumbs/47540-51046-feature_image_resize-1.jpg)
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Being prepared to drink in a foreign land requires more than knowing how to order a beer in the local language. Let David Joshua Jennings help maneuver you through 20 drinking traditions and customs around the world. 
Get caught up on all the great articles our WhyGo family of sites produced in 2011 - learn about drinking in France, packing for Italy, cycling near Portland, Aussie slang, Thai temples, working in Spain, and so much more. 
People from all over the world love the traditional spirit of European Christmas markets. Miruna Corneanu recommends some of the best in Europe and beyond. 
Who needs meat? Isabel Eva Bohrer shares 12 delicious vegetarian dishes that even die-hard carnivores will be hungry to try. 
One of the benefits of long term travel is the ability to spend several days, or even weeks, immersing yourself in a new skill. Here are some suggestions on places where you can learn to do everything from surfing to French cooking. 
Whether you prefer haunted history, spooky debauchery, or family-friendly frights, there's a perfect party for you. Jessica Peter presents thirteen of the best places around the world to celebrate Halloween. 