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How to Get Started with Voluntourism
How to Get Started with Voluntourism Ready to make a difference somewhere in the world but not sure what to do next? Abbie Mood offers advice on getting started with voluntourism.
Why You Should Ignore Everything You’ve Heard & Go to Colombia
Why You Should Ignore Everything You’ve Heard & Go to Colombia If you're basing everything you know about Colombia on what the media tells you, then it's time to listen to someone who's actually been there. Adam Seper loved his time in Colombia, and is here to tell you why you should forget the stereotypes about the country and book a trip today.
How to Do Hong Kong on a Budget: Where to Spend & What to Skip
How to Do Hong Kong on a Budget: Where to Spend & What to Skip Hong Kong is notoriously expensive, but seeing the city on a budget doesn't have to mean skipping all the fun stuff. Mary Richardson tells you where it makes sense to spend some of your precious travel budget.
The Tribal Bible: 10 Commandments of Etiquette With Tribes
The Tribal Bible: 10 Commandments of Etiquette With Tribes Nick Flynn's experiences with tribes in several different parts of the world led him to come up with this amusing (& interesting) list of etiquette suggestions he calls the "Tribal Bible."
7 Steps to Planning (and Surviving) Multigenerational Travel
7 Steps to Planning (and Surviving) Multigenerational Travel If there's an art to traveling with your kids, then traveling with your kids AND your parents might just qualify as an Olympic sport. Claudia M. Laroye offers 7 steps to get you on the road to a successful multigenerational trip.
Intentional Travel: 6 Important Things To Consider When Planning a Trip
Intentional Travel: 6 Important Things To Consider When Planning a Trip Jennifer Miller has an uncle with a snappy saying that has served her well through life - and in particular, when it comes to travel. Since you probably don't have the same uncle, she's here to share his advice with you.
A Guide to English Language Bookstores in Paris
A Guide to English Language Bookstores in Paris Among Paris' countless tourist attractions are some classic English-language bookstores. Betsy Mikel loves books and lived in Paris, so here she tells us about the best of them.
Italian Islands: Choose The Best One For You
Italian Islands: Choose The Best One For You Not everyone realizes that Italy has several strings of islands, and each can be quite different for the visitor. Christine Cantera gives us the highlights of the best ones that you should consider for yourself.
India: Tips to Survive Your First Trip
India: Tips to Survive Your First Trip You've probably heard previous first-time visitors to India mention that it tends to be overwhelming, and not necessarily in a good way. Chabli Bravo spent much of a year there recently, and here she offers some great tips to prepare yourself with.
Cheap Southeast Asia: How to Pretend You’re Rich in Bangkok
Cheap Southeast Asia: How to Pretend You’re Rich in Bangkok For most Westerners, Southeast Asia can be shockingly cheap. With that in mind, Kaila Krayewski gives us some expert tips on how to live the good life in Bangkok, while still on a backpacker's budget.