Africa
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Ten Things to Know When Taking the Ferry to Tangier
A tongue-in-cheek look by Keith Hatton on 10 tips for travel across the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier.
A Teacher In Ghana
By becoming a teacher in Ghana, Colyn Alcock hopes to pitch himself into the middle of West African life and learn something new.
First baby steps into Ghana
Just one day into his trip, Colyn Alcock gives his first impressions of Accra, Ghana's capital.
An African Shopping Experience
Colyn Alcock went to the main "shopping mall" of Accra. He surprisingly discovered that more than just bananas are carried on a Ghanaian's head.
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The Global Trip 2004
Funky Old Medina
Erik Trinidad explores the ancient imperial city of Fes.
High, Dry & Hassle Free
The ex-hippie haven of Essaouira used to attract the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Bob Marley. Erik Trinidid takes some time to chill and soak up the mellow vibes.
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Asia
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The Wrong Time of Year in Sapa
David Hattam slips and slides along treacherous trails in the hills of Sapa in Vietnam.
The Dill Road to Kyrgyzstan
A post trip rewrite of the original brochure sent to J. Sutcliffe before a bike trip into the Tien Shan mountains. With new and improved truth and disclosure. Then again, how could they predict the terminal would burn like that?
Shopping for Buddhas
Philip Blazdell searches Japan for Buddhas...and understanding of the dichotomy that is Japan.
Kunming English Corner
For just one evening, BootsnAll member Shawnn Kobb becomes an English teacher in China.
Literally Going With the Flow
Kenny Walpole and his friends travel like Huckleberry Finn through Laos, drifting for almost a week in a boat they purchased for $40.
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Travelogues
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Seoul Man: 12 Months in Korea
13: Korea Recap
South Korea has been in the news recently with regards to the war in Iraq, with one of her citizens being kidnapped and killed. Conor Purcell observes the reaction.
On The Road
Hanoi, Vietnam
Rowena explores the historical side of Hanoi, Vietnam.
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Central America
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I Will Survive: Early Morning in the Guatemalan Jungle with a Drag Queen
The temples of Tikal are cause for awe and wonder. But Diana Reed found herself wondering about one of her fellow visitors to the ancient ruins.
A Bridge in The Bay Islands
The Great Barrier Reef and the Red Sea pale in comparison to the quality of the Bay Islands of Roatan. Time may be running out, writes Lee Abbamonte, to see this unspoiled area. Don't wait.
Counting the Hours on Contadora
Troy White visited the only nude beach in Central America, called 'Swedish Girls Beach.' The problem was: there were no Swedish girls, just he and his friends.
Pura Vida en Costa Rica
Whatever your taste, you can find it in Costa Rica. Lee Abbamonte promises that you will want to return time and again.
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Europe
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Brillant Belfast
For a city with a reputation of violence and car bombs, Leif Pettersen can't say enough good things about the Northern Irish capital.
Livin' La Scooter Loca
Rent a scooter! Raymond Leung gives advice on how to ride like a local in Greece.
Figueres, Spain and Salvador Dalí
Leif Pettersen is as knowledgeable about art and art history as a dead armadillo, but he knows what he likes and he likes Dali.
Rainy Days in Paris
Leif Pettersen strolls through Paris' most famous, spine-chilling tourist sight. He won't sleep well tonight.
Reykjavik Travel Guide
BootsnAll intern LuLing Osofsky has compiled a great resource for travellers to Iceland. From accommodation options and cheap eats to day trips and how to get around Reykjavik.
A Long Walk
Leif Pettersen thoroughly enjoyed everything about Paris - except for his bad haircut, the smoking, and the dog turds.
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Strange Encounters on the Traveller's Highway
9: Cambridge - Leaving the Eagle
It's time for Dave Hackett to leave the pub, but not before the two bouncers treat him to some farewell fun - at his expense.
Sicilian Driving Tour
Semicircle Driving Tour of Sicily with a 2-Year Old
Jeff Berk and his family spend a little over a week driving the beautiful island of Sicily.
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North America
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Western Pennsylvania Travel Guide
Live Music: Under the Stars
Formerly known as the Star Lake Amphitheater, this open air music venue doesn't have a bad seat in the house, according to Zelda Wilbert.
Growing Potential
Often the butt of many bad jokes, Anthony Porco discovers that underrated Newark has some great attractions.
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Round the World by Bike
Riding through Canada
Canada's west coast has beautiful scenery and amazing wildlife. Al Humphreys just wishes something could be done about the mosquitos.
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South America
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Romancing the Boy
When she's spent more time at the mall than outdoors in the garden, what's Mica Campbell supposed to do when her boyfriend takes her to Colombia for a vacation?
Transporte Publico
Traveling by bus through Colombia, Mike Heavers is entertained by his surroundings - and the toilet.
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