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Giving Teens the Freedom To Travel
Would you let your child backpack alone with only other teens at 14? How ’bout play music gigs in bars at 15? Would you let your 13 year old live and work with college students on a farm a thousand miles away? Would you let your kids go out for dinner in a strange city, in Thailand, at night, alone? Jenn Miller has let her kids do all of these things and more. In this article she makes the argument for expanding the freedom of teenagers and expecting the very best as a result. You gave them root
Eight Lesser-Known Places to Visit in China
From a traditional village on the outskirts of Beijing to a spice market in the Muslim northwest to a seaside beer festival, longtime Beijing expat Jennifer Conrad takes you on a tour of the best parts of China that you’ve never heard of
7 of the Most Bizarre Asian Cultural Habits
Every culture and region has habits that outsiders find odd. Nellie Huang tells us about some Asian quirks that stand out above the rest.
How to Deal With Street Harassment in Foreign Countries
For all the women who must tirelessly deal with street harassment, here are eight ways that those living or traveling abroad can deal with unwelcome attention in the street.
Why You Should Make Mongolia Your Next Asian Destination
A combination of old and new, wild and urban, Mongolia is an up-and-coming destination perfect for independent travelers. Heather Carson suggests eight experiences not to miss.
Sub-Saharan Africa: Safety and Security Tips to Know Before You Go
There’s no reason to fear traveling around Sub-Saharan Africa, but it is important to be aware of some of the unique situations and challenges. JoAnna Haugen offers expert advice on how to enjoy your trip safely.
8 Things Every Visitor Should Know About Prague Now
Prague ticks off every box on the European “must-have” list for travelers – fascinating history? Check. Gorgeous art and architecture? Check. Affordable? Check, check…..Czech.
8 Things Not to Do in Lisbon
Every year Lisbon gets visited by thousands of people, and the numbers keep increasing. It is an amazing city but like all, it has its share of tourist traps. Filipa Chatillon calls Lisbon home. Here are her tips on how to avoid these traps, and what to do instead.
Preparing Young Children To Fly
Jenn Miller has been traveling with kids for nineteen years across six continents and nearly nearly 40 countries. She has a master’s degree in toddler travel, having ridden that merry-go-round five times over a ten year span. She weighs in on airplane etiquette for children, how to prepare at home, and structure for success.
8 Incredible Ghost Towns to Visit in Europe
By definition, a ghost town is an abandoned settlement — and Europe has some of the world's most atmospheric, with stories of economic collapse, disaster, and exodus written into their empty streets.
12 Less Visited Countries and Why You Should Go There Now
If you’re looking to get off the beaten track and experience a place less traveled this year, Victoria Brewood has compiled a list of some of the countries that are less visited by tourists but still very much worth visiting.
Guide to Walking the Camino de Santiago
One of the things that amazes me about the Camino is it’s universal appeal. Thousands of pilgrims walk it every year. Hundreds of thousands have been walking it for centuries. Catholics, protestants, athiests, agnostics, pagans, buddhists, jews, and every hybrid you can imagine line the path. The movie The Way, with Martin Sheen, inspired thousands more to pack a bag and take a long walk. Perhaps you are among them. If you’re considering walking the Camino de Santiago, here’s what you need to kn