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Beyond Drinking and Dancing: 8 Alternative Evening Activities
Beyond Drinking and Dancing: 8 Alternative Evening Activities Clubbing and bar hopping are not the only things to do after sun down. Denise Pulis gives tips about how to extend your bed time with activities that won't get you anywhere near a bar or a dance floor.
How to Bring Your European Trip Back Home
How to Bring Your European Trip Back Home Traveling in Europe is a fun break from the American routine, but Rebecca Rice is determined to keep up the new cultural habits when she returns to the U.S.A. Roll-your-own cigarettes, leisurely lunches, and three cups of espresso a day? Yes please.
Six Little Italy Neighborhoods Across the United States
Six Little Italy Neighborhoods Across the United States Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations, but not everyone can make a trip to the Bel Paese. Instead, Robin Locker shows us that a dose of Italian culture, food and fun can be found at these Little Italy neighborhoods across the United States.
10 Ways to Use CouchSurfing: A Multi-Tool for the Indie Traveler
10 Ways to Use CouchSurfing: A Multi-Tool for the Indie Traveler Everyone has heard of CouchSurfing by now, but is everyone making the most of it? Julie Dupuis shares tips that go beyond the usual slumber party.
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.
the Indie Travel Manifesto
the Indie Travel Manifesto Over the last few weeks, we’ve been talking a lot about the idea of "indie travel." Today we're announcing our Indie Travel Manifesto.
Beyond the Golden Triangle: 8 Lesser Known Sights in Rajasthan, India
Beyond the Golden Triangle: 8 Lesser Known Sights in Rajasthan, India Explore the world of the Rajputs and witness a way of village life that hasn’t changed much in hundreds of years. From step wells to sexy sculptures, Anne Supsic shows you how to dig deeper into Rajasthan and create your own triangle of adventure.
8 Reasons to Fall in Love with Burma
8 Reasons to Fall in Love with Burma Burma has long been shrouded behind a cloud of controversy, but Andy Knight gives you a glimpse through the cloud into this country rich in history and tradition.
6 Destinations for Conquering Your Phobias Through Travel
6 Destinations for Conquering Your Phobias Through Travel Got a phobia that’s impeded your travels? Check out six places to visit that can help you conquer your fears once and for all.