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Making the Most of Train Travel

Tips and tricks for long distance rail journeys.

Michael Smith

Carping the Diem, Solo-style

A couple of my women friends called it “crazy.” I wanted to see the Rockies for the first — and only — time in my life.

Limnisa: Seclusion and Silence – a True Writer’s Retreat

A word-lover’s take on the Writer’s Retreat at Limnisa in Greece.

Maria Bonar

72 Hours in Krakow, Poland

Pub crawls, town squares, old city centers, unique foods, and a sobering history. Krakow has much to offer.

A Solo Female Cross-Country Trip Through Azerbaijan

Pushing the boundaries of solo female travel in the rugged, unexplored landscapes of Azerbaijan.

Melissa Douglas

Big Shots – Guns, Gangs and UN Agents in Haiti

I was looking for a ship to get away from the island, but found myself in one of the most dangerous places on Earth instead.

10 Things To Do in Hawaii for Free

Travel to Hawaii doesn’t have to break the bank. A local shares insight into budget-friendly things to do on the islands.

Jolene Yee

The Return of Kaikoura: 5 Activities in One of New Zealand’s Top Spots

After a devastating earthquake, Kaikoura is re-opening to the outside world.

Tips for Backpacking Alone

Here are a few tips to help you stay engaged and make the most of your solo travel experience… Whether you’re a first time traveler or a long term nomad.

Dear Anthony Bourdain

There’s as much blue as there is orange in a meaningful travel experience. You showed both. Thank you.

Being a Woman in a Country Where You Do Not Speak the Language

Age and gender are only limiting factors if you let them be, so get out there get lost in some mistranslations.

Top Ten Fall Foliage Hikes in New England

These ten hikes deliver on the Northeast’s best fall foliage, minus the expected crowds.