What's in this issue?
NEW BLOG LAUNCH FOR FANTASTIC NEW DESTINATION!
BootsnAll is pleased to announce the launch of our new blog, Zamunda Blog. Zamunda is the next need-to-visit backpacker destination, and we're taking you there first with our one-stop resource on this unspoiled country.
Don't forget to check out our other blogs! Bali Blog and Australia Blog offer all the need-to-know info on those countries.
BOOTSNALL MUSIC DOWNLOADS
The easiest way to buy, discover and enjoy hard-to-find music from around the globe is to look around the BootsnAll Music Store. If you like a song, you buy it for just 99¢, and it downloads directly to your music library in seconds. In fact, you can buy a song or a whole album with just one click. It's quick and easy to sign up for an account, it's fair to the artists and it's legal - no music industry heavies will be trying to shut us down!
Check out some of the great tunes in BootsnAll Music
RTW TRAVELER PROFILE - Bear Falugo
Bear Falugo took off in early 2004 to take on an around-the-world adventure for a year or two, focusing on Asia. He left his job as a baker in Florida and is letting serendipity (and his guidebook) lead him to wherever he goes next. Bear believes he's better off being rich in memories and experiences instead of money and he has no worries to slow him down on the trip!
More about Bear's RTW plans »
If you're planning your own RTW trip, you'll find plenty of answers to your travel questions, and can read tips and profiles from other round the world travelers.
The Round the World Travel Guide »
THE BOOTBLOG
Every once and awhile, the BnA crew gets some really neat applications for membership that puts travel - and life - into perspective. Donovan posted one such mini-essay, and some of the other Booties added their own insights. We also get some interesting customer service inquires such as this one, which asked us to please send a sample to Dutch food overseas. On St. Patty's Day, the Portland BnA crew went on a liquid diet of Guinness at the local pub.
Check out the BootBlog »
BOOTSNALL IN BALI
Nick has been doing some exploring recently, and visited the nearby island of Kuta Lombok for a few days. He recommends that anyone who visits Bali and has a few days to spare should enjoy this island where "the logistics of getting there are easy, there is scattered tourist development but most of the island is untouched by tourism or industrialization. People are friendly and the roads are decent with low traffic levels." Read more about Nick's trip to Kuta Lombok.
Nick also observed some of the religous celebrations that take place in Bali. He attended a Melasti celebration, which spiritually cleanses Hindu temples in preparation for Nyepi, a day of silence. Learn more about the festival and Nick's observations.
Heading to Bali? Nick's added more articles this month, including an entertainment map and a guide to bemo buses.
Check out the Bali Blog »
BOOTSNALL TRAVELBLOGS
Follow your fellow BootsnAllers as they travel. Check out our top picks from the travelblogs this month, and add your comments!
Check out some of our newest blogs, too!
Don't forget, if you're about to head off on an extended trip and you've just got to have one of your own, talk to us about getting your own Travel Blog. All you need to do is make sure you're a BootsnAll member and we'll take care of the rest.
Sign up for BootsnAll membership here »
Check out the BootsnAll TravelBlogs »
LATEST BOOTSNALL ARTICLES
There are over 30 new articles from the past 2 weeks with some great photos and new authors!
Some highlights include:
- Sarah Rasmussen does a bus ride with a dead cow in Laos (Read)
- Ian Everett visits the heart of Basque-county Spain (Read)
- Gregory McElwain observes oddballs from all corners of the globe on the Tuk Tuk Peninsula (Read)
- Lisa Hunt practices the art of bargaining in Hong Kong (Read)
- Aidan Doyle writes about the exotic walks of life on the Galapagos Islands(Read)
And other articles and stories on Greece, Denmark, the Czech Republic and heaps more:
Go to the articles »
FEATURED MESSAGE BOARD THREADS
The BootsnAll Travel Forums continue to cultivate fresh, raw, coveted travel information on those vital subjects that you can't find in a guidebook. Don't miss these latest threads!
What Do You Surround Yourself With?
When nomads can't be on the road, how do they make it through the day? BnAllers discuss the best ways to keep the dream alive...and stay sane!
Rules of Hostel Living
1. No sweet lovin' in the dorms. 2. No puking outside of the doors. 3. No throwing rocks at windows. Laugh and cringe at everyone's experiences and add your own no-nos.
Birthday Present While Backpacking?
Even though you're traveling, people still have birthdays. With limitations of cash, time and space, what should you get a fellow backpacker?
Don't Forget
Don't forget to check out BootsnAll other kick-ass forums, like Working Abroad, Health & Travel, and Travel Gear.
TRAVELERS TALK ABOUT...
When you're deciding things about your trip, be it where you stay or whether or not to buy insurance, it can be hard to make a decision. One of the best sources to turn to for help is other travelers. We've been asking travelers a lot of questions lately, and you can check out what they have to say about their own experiences with...
Would you like to put in your 2 cents on any of the above? Email Chris (chris at BootsnAll dot com), and he'll set you up.
YOU GOT QUESTIONS?
Well, we're always working to provide the answers. We're developing a knowledge base of answers to the most common queries we receive and a centralized place for the questions to come to means that there's usually a BootBoy (or Gyrrl!) awake somewhere in the world 24 hours a day!
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