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Lost Roots: The Failure of For-Profit Couchsurfing
Last month, news broke that Couchsurfing, the web’s largest travel social network, had its CEO step down, the latest in a long line of setbacks for the company. In this article, longtime Couchsurfer Nithin Coca explores how an idea with so much promise lost its foundation – its member-build base – leading to its present day downfall.
8 Lessons to Learn From My Round the World Trip
A RTW trip is often the culmination of a lot of research, planning, and hard work. Adam Seper is here to make your preparations that much easier by offering 8 things he would have done differently if he had to do it over again.
Steps to Build a RTW Itinerary with Emirates
Planning a round the world journey requires strategy, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Master these steps to build your complete itinerary while maximizing rewards through Emirates Skywards.
Get Busy Living, or Get Busy Dying
Do you dream of exploring ancient ruins like Tikal in Guatemala? Does your mouth water at the idea of sampling amazing cuisine in France? Jason Stearns says now is the best time to travel and here’s how you can do it.
65 Links To Help You Travel Around the World
Thinking about a round-the-world or extended trip? We organized some of our favorite resources – from BootsnAll and some of our friends – to help inspire you and help you plan that big trip.
Five of the World’s Most Expensive Countries
Round the world travelers know that visiting cheaper destinations can help you travel longer on a smaller budget. But what if one of your dream destinations just happens to be a pricey one? Adam Seper explores five of the world’s most expensive countries and explains how you can save money on your visit.
From Dreaming To Doing In 4 Weeks
Travel planning can feel like a marathon task, which, if you let it, can run on for longer than your trip. With the right mix of momentum and focus, most trips can be planned in as little as 4-weeks, and Jo Fitzsimons shows you how.
The Evolution of Planning a Big Trip
Transforming the vague into the particular – Rachel Laidler experiences the highs, lows, and unavoidable complexities of planning a Big Trip.
RV Road Trip Considerations
2013 is the “Year of the Road Trip” for Jenn Miller, and she shares what she’s learned from the road-school of hard knocks about RVing on several continents. Considering an extended RV journey? Here are some questions to ask and points to consider.
Teach English in Asia in Five Simple Steps
You don’t have to quit your job, purchase an expensive plane ticket, and fly halfway around the world on a whim that you’ll find a job when you get there. If you want a meaningful career without the risk, follow Jessica Hill’s five simple steps to landing a job as a Foreign English Teacher in Asia, before you even leave home.
9 Tips for Becoming an Expat
If RTW travel doesn’t do it for you, or if you simply can’t afford to travel for an extended length of time without working, consider the expat lifestyle. Ashley Wali lays out what to consider and how to find a job – legally – and without teaching English.
Top Beaches to Visit during your Gap Year in South America
The famous sites like Machu Picchu, the Salt Flats, Patagonia, and Iguazu Falls get all the hype, but there are plenty of beach destinations in South America to add to your gap year itinerary. Hannah Long outlines four of the best.
8 Reasons to Add Argentina to Your Big Trip
Need a mental vacation? Join Brendan Nogue for this filled-with-gorgeous-photos look at 8 great reasons to plan your next trip to Argentina.
Finally, a Galapagos Trip You Can Afford
Glamorous cruise ships plying the waters of the Galápagos…they come with glamorous prices, too. But Vickie Lillo has found a way for “ordinary” folk to visit the islands on a pauper’s budget.
12 Tips for Surviving Public Transportation in a Developing Country
Traveling by bus or taxi in Uganda can be challenging and frustrating. Shara Johnson gives us a heads-up on what to expect and tips on how to prepare.
10 Tips for Traveling with Babies
Are you staring down your first big trip with baby and shaking in your boots? Travel with infants can terrify even the most seasoned pre-kid travelers. Jenn Miller, mother and road warrior, shares her ten tips for success when traveling with young children, and a couple of horror stories as well.
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8 Lesser Known Sights in Rajasthan, India
Explore the world of the Rajputs and witness a way of village life that hasn’t changed much in hundreds of years. From step wells to sexy sculptures, Anne Supsic shows you how to dig deeper into Rajasthan and create your own triangle of adventure.
Travel in India: A Healing Journey
When I left for a six-month trip to India, back in 2005, I was at the lowest point of my life. Frankly, I felt like I was throwing myself off a cliff. I don’t know exactly what I expected about India or the trip, but I don’t think I expected a magic carpet to appear.
You Never Know Unless You Go
At 30-years-old, we may think we have it all figured out, but Nina Klemm went through a transformation that had her questioning what she was doing with her life. A year in Australia changed both her perspective and priorities.
Facing Death: Why One Man Travels to Embrace Life
In November 2012, Tristan Cano was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Though the operation and radiation were successful, he was told that it would almost certainly come back. With a new outlook on life, Tristan decided to grab life by the horns and start living.
10 Reasons Traveling Light Will Change Your Life
Exhilarated by traveling lightly, Francine Jay applies the same techniques to declutter her life—editing the contents of her home just as she does her suitcase. In the process, she discovers the joy and freedom of ditching the extra baggage.
How to Find the Perfect Vacation Rental
A vacation rental can be the ideal way to get to know a new area and culture, but you’ve heard the nightmare stories. Maureen Kennedy has some ideas and tips to make sure you get what you expected on your vacation.
How Not To Get Ripped Off When Using an ATM
As thieves get more clever, travelers have to get smarter. Jessica Spiegel outlines what to look for before you put your credit or debit card into an unfamiliar bank machine, in case it’s been tampered with.