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Hashing, Extreme Croquet, and More: The Best Boozy Sports Around the World
Getting drunk and getting fit – the two aren’t mutually exclusive anymore. Candice Walsh rounds up a list of sports where imbibing is part of the fun.
Seven Things to Do in Portland, Maine
Portland is the largest city in Maine. It is also the state’s cultural, social and economical capital. The city’s seal depicts a phoenix which goes hand in hand with the city’s motto: Resurgam (I will rise again). Portland is a small seaside city, with shops, museums, galleries and many things to do. And by the way: did you know that Portland, Oregon was named after Portland, Maine?
Churchill, Canada, Polar Bear Capital
Churchill, Manitoba is a four season ecotourism destination of abundant sub-arctic attractions.
British Virgin Islands – A Paradise Waiting to be Discovered
The British Virgin Islands have so much to offer from scenic views, white sands to water sports which are why they are known as “nature’s little secrets”.
7 Oktoberfest Celebrations Around the World
Can’t make it to Munich for Oktoberfest? Katja Grathwohl tells you where else in the world you can find these celebrations of German music, food, culture, and beer.
Travel Fetishes, Obsessions and the Things We Can’t Do Without
Pamela McNaughtan explores the idea of travel fetishes – those objects, acts and ideas that keep us obsessed on the road and at home.
Seven Popular Foods Named After Places
Have you ever wondered where some foods get their name? Robin Locker tells us how favorites like Yorkshire Pudding, Buffalo Wings and five other well-known foods came to be named after places.
Running, Hiking, and Kayaking Uniquely in Spokane, Washington
Roy A. Barnes found that common activities in “The Lilac City” have their own unique flavor and charm.
On Solid Ground: Conquering a Fear of Flying
A fearful flyer takes a flying lesson to conquer her fears, and realizes getting over the phobia won’t be that easy.
World Travel Through Literature: 8 Authors Who Take You Places
If you are short of time and money but still ache to travel the world, take a trip to your nearest bookshop instead and travel with these 8 authors and their inspiring novels about places and journeys.
It’s Time to Meet, Plan, Go
Meet, Plan, Go is a nationwide event with the goal of making the “gap year” concept a common one in North America. BootsnAll is proud to be a media sponsor of the event, to be held in 13 cities on September 14, 2010.
The Careful Art of Connecting
Creating genuine connections with people from other cultures is rewarding, but it does not always come easy. Pamela Weis explores the nuances of her long-time friendship with a Ghanaian man and questions the meaning of their connection.