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8 Things that Separate Great Hostels from Average Hostels
8 Things that Separate Great Hostels from Average Hostels Hostels come in all shapes and sizes with varying amenities. After a year of round-the-world travel, Adam Seper is comfortable declaring which 8 amenities separate the great hostels from the so-so hostels.
The Complete Guide to Hitchhiking in Southern Africa
The Complete Guide to Hitchhiking in Southern Africa Jill Nawrocki has hitch-hiked throughout Southern Africa and believes it is one of the best ways to get around the region. She'll tell you what you need to do, what you should bring along for the ride, and how to stay safe while hitching with a stranger.
28 Ways to Save Money for Traveling
28 Ways to Save Money for Traveling Saving up funds for a big trip can be challenging, yet people who are serious about traveling are always pulling it off. Katie Hammel has collected 28 expert ideas, and even doing just a few of these will go a long way.
Top 10 Destinations for Independent Travelers in 2011
Top 10 Destinations for Independent Travelers in 2011 In anticipation of its announcement of the Top Indie Travel Destinations for 2013 on Thursday, January 3, BootsnAll takes a look back to its Top 10 Destinations for 2011.
Top 10 Destinations for Independent Travelers in 2010
Top 10 Destinations for Independent Travelers in 2010 In anticipation of its announcement of the Top Indie Travel Destinations for 2013 on Thursday, January 3, BootsnAll takes a look back to its Top 10 Destinations for 2010.
6 Great Cities to Soak in That Christmas Atmosphere
6 Great Cities to Soak in That Christmas Atmosphere Christmas is a special time of the year in many parts of the world, but it's also true that some places do it far better than others. Nellie Huang has chosen six places to consider for a unique and interesting holiday.
7 Places to Experience French Culture Outside of France
7 Places to Experience French Culture Outside of France Are you someone who likes "French culture" more than you like visiting France? Regardless of your motives, Katie Hammel points out that you have at least 7 options for variations on the main theme.
How to Get Drunk Around the World: 5 Countries & Their Drinking Rules
How to Get Drunk Around the World: 5 Countries & Their Drinking Rules Drinking your way around the world is a perfectly fine thing to aspire to, says Lucy Corne - but be sure you know the rules where you're imbibing, or you might be in for a shock.
Secret Hideaways – 7 Small and Underappreciated Destinations Worth Visiting
Secret Hideaways – 7 Small and Underappreciated Destinations Worth Visiting Tired of big cities and crowded resorts? Sara Rossini has 7 great suggestions of places that aren't famous or crowded but are still great vacation destinations.
The First-Timer’s Guide to Hot Air Balloon Festivals in the U.S
The First-Timer’s Guide to Hot Air Balloon Festivals in the U.S Expecting an aching neck from looking skyward, Kimberly Damon discovered a lot more to do at a hot air balloon festival, including getting up close and personal with a 900lb silk cow, kicking back with live music, and how to take a balloon "ride" without spending a fortune.