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From Tourist to Resident: 7 Signs You Just Want to Stay Put
Many long-term backpackers don’t want to admit that they’re ready to settle down, but sometimes even nomads need a break from travel. Brooke Schoenman talks about 7 signs that show you might need that break.
Street Foods in Latin America
Street food in Latin America is safe, affordable, and unforgettable. From Peruvian anticuchos to Venezuelan arepas, discover dishes worth trying across the region.
6 Ways to Make Your Italian Vacation More Interesting
Want to make your Italy vacation photos and stories stand out? Jessica Spiegel says you’ll need to get away from the places everyone else goes, or have a special theme to focus on for your trip.
When Elephants Attack – Khao Yai National Park, Thailand
Danny McGee visits Thailand’s Khao Yai National Park, expecting a quiet and relaxed afternoon of bird spotting and sight seeing. What he experienced was an adrenaline fueled close encounter with the Park’s largest inhabitant.
Trading Places in Nicaragua
In Nicaragua, the living is easy and inexpensive and adventures await. Try some of these suggestions from Shelley Seale to help you experience the local way of life in full.
10 Reasons the World Would be a Better Place if Japan Ruled the Earth
So, what if Japan ruled the world? According to Tristan Cano, that wouldn’t be a bad thing at all.
4 Reasons to Return to the Burn – Burning Man Festival, Black Rock City, Nevada
Forget overcrowded festivals with big music acts on large stages. Check out Jo Bull’s four favorite aspects of the unique Burning Man festival.
Paradise on a Budget: Eco Retreats that Won’t Break the Bank
From a detox and yoga retreat in Thailand to Mexican eco-casitas and even a Hawaiian surf camp, here are 8 eco-conscious resorts where you won’t have to max out the credit card.
Five Local Secrets for the Best Experiences in Australia’s Red Center
It can be hard to avoid the tourist trail when exploring Australia’s red center. Here are Rachelle Balez’s secrets for a unique way to experience the outback and couple of experiences only the locals know about.
Linter The Dragon
Think you’ve heard everything there is to hear about the Jeremy Lin story? Linpossible. Expat Andy Lovley offers a unique glance at the Taiwanese public’s reaction to the meteoric rise of their long-lost son.
Incredible Cultural Experiences in Australia and New Zealand
Whitney Cox shows you how to get a feel for life Down Under with some of the incredible cultural experiences available in Australia and New Zealand.
An Unfiltered Beer Tour of Denmark
Danish beer is not just Carlsberg, as Jane Graham illustrates in this fascinating tour of Denmark’s thriving microbreweries hidden away in the most inviting of places.
Your 2012 Indie Travel Champion Is…
The Indie Travel Champion has been crowned. Who won the inaugural Indie Travel Take Down Tournament? Find out the results and check out the reasons why the champion is deserving.
Ski, Surf, Sip, Raft and Ride: Six Places to Explore the Diversity of Chile
Chile’s reputation as an adventure travel destination is booming; Laurel Miller offers up some ideas for a year-round adrenalin-rush (as well as how to take it down a notch when the day is done).
Spring in Wine Country
Spring is good for many things, but few hold a candle to vineyard walks and wine tastings. Here, Away.com editor Kate Chandler counts down the best vino-friendly spots of spring.
Indie Travel Take Down Tournament – The Finals
It’s been a long and arduous journey to the Finals for these two countries, but they have battled and made it through. What was once 64 is now 2. Vote now to crown the 2012 Indie Travel Champion!
Finding My Voice as a Teacher in Thailand
Facing your fears is a big part of travel, but Britany Robinson never anticipated facing this one.
10 of Europe’s Most Eco-Friendly Cities
From free bicycle rentals, hybrid taxi-cabs, and bustling farmer’s markets to inner city renewable energy zones, these 10 cities top the rankings when it comes to Europe’s most eco-friendly cities.
Himalayan Lockdown
A holiday in the Himalayas should have been the height of peace and tranquility. But Sarah Verrinder had reckoned without “a little local difficulty”.
Indie Travel Take Down – The Final Four
From 64 to 4. The Indie Travel Take Down Tournament is down to the Final Four, and voting opens again today. Which country will win the coveted title? Peru? Portugal? New Zealand? South Africa? Only you can decide!
Indie Travel Take Down – The Elite 8
We’re getting close as the original field of 64 has been whittled down to 8. Who will make it to the Final Four? You decide by voting for your favorite country in the Indie Travel Take Down Tournament.
The Cafe Incident in Chiang Mai
People often write about the glamorous, adventurous parts of travelling. Bula, known online as The Irreverent Traveller, does not. In fact, she chooses to focus on the mundane and absurd aspects of travelling — such as being kicked out of a cafe in Thailand for loitering.
7 Reasons to Visit China NOW (Even On a Short Trip)
As the Chinese proverb states: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Taking that first step to visit China may seem daunting, but Anne Supsic gives you seven good reasons to make a trip to China now, even if you can’t stay for long…
Indie Travel Take Down – The Sweet 16
We’re getting closer as the field of 64 has been whittled down to the Sweet 16. Upsets continue to happen as a few Cinderella stories try to make their way to the Final Four. Vote for your favorite countries to move on in the Indie Travel Take Down!