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Festivals and Holidays in Southeast Asia
Are you travelling to Southeast Asia and looking for local festivals to attend? Pamela has some suggestions for festivals throughout Southeast Asia for 2016.
5 Countries to Visit for Under $500
Ever dream of taking a trip on the other side of the world? Do you think it’s impossible because of the high cost? Think again because Adam Seper is here with five countries to travel in for under $500.
10 Winter Festivals in North America
Looking for a winter festival getaway for 2016? Plan ahead for one of these. There’s something for everyone, from Nordic marathon skiing, to a reindeer run, international ice sculpture competition, ice fishing or an ice canoe race. Oh, and roller derby; there’s also roller derby. Don’t sit around a freeze this winter, get out and have an adventure!
How to Plan an Extended Trip in Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia has long been a major stopping point for backpackers around the world. Exotic destinations, beautiful beaches and mountains, bustling cities, fantastic food, friendly people, a well trodden tourist trail, and super cheap prices all contribute to one of the top regions in the world for traveling. If you are thinking about planning a trip around the classic Southeast Asian loop of Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, Adam Seper is here to give you all the information you’ll need
Is Elephant Tourism Ethical?
Riding an elephant in Thailand is at the top of most backpacker’s bucket lists, but is it ethical? Pamela shares some insights into elephant tourism, and how to make ethical choices while in Thailand.
How to Travel Like a Local in Indonesia
From getting muddy in the rice paddies to visiting a medicine man, Zoë Smith offers some advice on ditching the tourist trail and traveling like a local in Indonesia.
Coming Home: A Heart Divided
Have you gone away and come home again? Then you know the pull of a divided heart. Grace Snarr eloquently captures the emotional turmoil that often engulfs us at the end of a big trip. As with most things, the first time is the hardest.
Do You Travel for Discovery or Escape?
Traveling to escape is not a new idea. In fact, I think it’s probably as old as humanity itself. You can start there, if you must, but you’re going to learn some things along the way.
Indie Travel Challenge: Growth, Discovery, Adapt & Advice
The Indie Travel Challenge ended yesterday! What an amazing month with adventures shared by dozens of travelers around the world. Here’s the recap from the last week and a review of some of what you might have missed earlier in the month. The ITC is just the beginning! Keep traveling and sharing your adventures with us!
12 Reasons Why Southeast Asia is the Best Place in the World for Backpackers
Forget Western Europe, Australia or Latin America. Stephanie Yoder explains why Southeast Asia is still the king of backpacker destinations.
Indie Travel Challenge Roundup: Ah-ha moments, what you’ve learned, slowing down & more!
We’re nearing the end of the Indie Travel Challenge and still going strong! It’s not too late to jump in. We’re featuring some of the participants answers to the questions and challenges at the end of the week. There’s still time; it could be you!
8 Ways to Mix Volunteering & Travel
Volunteering while traveling is a popular way to give back, but ethical considerations apply. Here are 8 organizations that are ethical and need your time or money to do good around the world this holiday season.