From a detox and yoga retreat in Thailand to Mexican eco-casitas and even a Hawaiian surf camp, here are 8 eco-conscious resorts where you won’t have to max out the credit card.
People often write about the glamorous, adventurous parts of travelling. Bula, known online as The Irreverent Traveller, does not. In fact, she chooses to focus on the mundane and absurd aspects of travelling -- such as being kicked out of a cafe in Thailand for loitering.
The first time I returned home after a big trip, I spent my first month back in the states weeping, reconsidering my life here and wondering how I fit into this whole job/commute/9-5 thing. Really, I think anyone who has ever taken a break from what we westerners consider 'Real Life' has had a painful reality check when they arrive home.
We hope 2012 brings you more amazing indie travel experiences, and to help you make travel a priority in your life this year, we've put together a list of travel-related resolutions that you can actually keep.
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.
On November 1, we launched the first 30 Days of Indie Travel project. Now that the month is over, here's a look back at some of the best contributions.
We all know the benefits of long term travel outweigh the drawbacks, but it’s important to remove those rose-tinted glasses every once in a while and acknowledge the hardships of life on the road.
From a detox and yoga retreat in Thailand to Mexican eco-casitas and even a Hawaiian surf camp, here are 8 eco-conscious resorts where you won’t have to max out the credit card.
Facing your fears is a big part of travel, but Britany Robinson never anticipated facing this one. 
People often write about the glamorous, adventurous parts of travelling. Bula, known online as The Irreverent Traveller, does not. In fact, she chooses to focus on the mundane and absurd aspects of travelling -- such as being kicked out of a cafe in Thailand for loitering. 
Forget Western Europe, Australia or Latin America. Stephanie Yoder explains why Southeast Asia is still the king of backpacker destinations. 
The first time I returned home after a big trip, I spent my first month back in the states weeping, reconsidering my life here and wondering how I fit into this whole job/commute/9-5 thing. Really, I think anyone who has ever taken a break from what we westerners consider 'Real Life' has had a painful reality check when they arrive home. 
Kathleen Broadhurst demystifies one of the most common and misunderstood gestures in Thailand. 
We hope 2012 brings you more amazing indie travel experiences, and to help you make travel a priority in your life this year, we've put together a list of travel-related resolutions that you can actually keep. 
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. 
On November 1, we launched the first 30 Days of Indie Travel project. Now that the month is over, here's a look back at some of the best contributions. 
We all know the benefits of long term travel outweigh the drawbacks, but it’s important to remove those rose-tinted glasses every once in a while and acknowledge the hardships of life on the road. 