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Overland Egypt: Notes for Women Traveling Alone
Forget what you saw about Egypt in the news. With the right attitude (and clothing) it’s a safe and lovely place to solo travel, even as a woman –Jenn Miller just did.
Win a Free Trip to Cambodia, Central Europe or Egypt
This Halloween, forget the bite-sized chocolate treats and enter to win a trip-sized one. This year we’ve partnered with World Nomads and Intrepid Travel to give you a chance to win an escape so awesome it’s scary for you (and a friend) to Cambodia, Central Europe or Egypt. And even if you don’t end up winning the grand prize, you’ll score an inbox of travel-related goodies, just for participating. Read on for more details about the prizes and how you can win!
Overcoming Fear and Making a Shark Movie in Guadalupe Island, Mexico
Maurice D. Valentine is in Mexico on a mission: to meet the Great White Sharks at Guadalupe Island and make a movie about it. But first he’ll have to face his his fears, confront his own misconceptions, and figure out how to film it all without blocking his camera with air-bubbles.
Seeing the Amazon from an Amerindian Perspective
What if your next family vacation could include trekking, birding and learning about Amerindian culture in Guyana and help save the rainforest? Vickie Lillo shares her family’s experience exploring the Amazon and the information you need to do the same.
14 Extreme Travel Activities To Get Your Heart Pumping
Want to live life a little more dangerously or seek some adventure? Victoria Brewood has a list of 14 of the most extreme, thrill-seeking activities on offer around the world.
I’m Leaving the Country if XXX Gets Elected!
Jenn Miller contemplates why so many Americans are considering moving abroad pending the upcoming election results, shares a few possible solutions, and finally makes the case for staying home and being a part of change for the better.
7 Ways to Experience the Power of Nature
There’s nothing like the power of nature to make us acutely aware of our mortality, or produce what’s knows as feelings of “the sublime.” David Joshua Jennings guides us through seven natural phenomena where one can feel the rush of the sublime at its most potent.
6 Of the World’s Craziest and Most Challenging Bike Rides
Zöe Smith shares 6 cycle trails (in Europe, Asia, and the Americas) that will have you plummeting down cliff edges, flying over potholes and skidding around hairpin bends, all in the name of an adrenaline kick.
8 Ways to Cut Costs on Your RTW
When taking any trip – but particularly on a RTW trip – finding ways to cut costs means traveling longer. Adam Seper offers eight ways you can dramatically reduce your expenses while traveling long-term.
Unique (And Sometimes Dangerous) Religious Rituals Around the World
Believers around the globe practice rituals that challenge outsiders' perceptions of devotion. From extreme body piercings during Thaipusam to young men enduring ant stings, these ceremonies remain central to communities' spiritual and cultural identity.
Most Active Volcanoes in the World
Explore 12 of the world's most active volcanoes. Updated for 2026 with current eruption activity, safety information, and travel access. Learn about the forces shaping our planet.
Why You Should Ignore Everything You’ve Heard & Go to Colombia
If you’re basing everything you know about Colombia on what the media tells you, then it’s time to listen to someone who’s actually been there. Adam Seper loved his time in Colombia, and is here to tell you why you should forget the stereotypes about the country and book a trip today.