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Is RTW Travel for Everyone? Consider Expat Life As an Alternative
Though many of us are intrigued by the concept of long-term travel, living out of a suitcase and on a budget without a place to call home just isn’t for everyone. Denise Pulis explores the reasons how becoming an expat can be a gateway to long-term travel at a slower pace.
King Kong Comes to Life: (Very) Close Encounters with a Silverback in Rwanda’s Parc National des Volcans
In their quest to get close to mountain gorillas in Rwanda, Robin and Pierre Devaux got a lot closer than they anticipated.
8 Unique and Colorful Small Towns Around the World
Color is an element that can animate the feel of a small town. And when architecture, the most representative aesthetic feature of a place feasts on color, the stage is set for a remarkable traveling experience.
Indie Travel Take Down – Round 2
Round 1 of the Indie Travel Takedown tournament is over, and upsets have no doubt destroyed many brackets. Check out the round 2 match-ups and vote to send your favorite countries to the Sweet 16.
Beyond Wine and Beer: 8 Famous Local Drinks to Taste Around the World
Like to try the locals drinks when you are out traveling? You’ve got a lot of options and Katie Hammel helpfully explains how to find your best sources for each one.
Portal Fernandez Concha: Living in Chile’s National Monument
When Jody Hanson leased an apartment in Portal Fernandez Concha she had little idea that she would be mixing and mingling with some of the most interesting people in Santiago.
8 Ways to Get Up Close to Sustainable Beverage Makers
There’s a lot of talk these days about eating organic, local and sustainable food. But what about your favorite drinks? These eight beverage makers know a thing or two about sustainable practices, and the best thing is, their doors are open to visitors.
The Asia/Oceania Smackdown
In perhaps the strongest region in the tournament, the Asia/Oceania bracket has lots of great match-ups. The winner of the whole thing could easily come from here, and Adam Seper is here to break down each game.
The Europe Smackdown
The Europe region in the Indie Travel Takedown tournament is an interesting one. Will an Eastern European country prevail, or will Western Europe reign supreme again. Only you can decide as Adam Seper breaks down the match-ups.
The Americas Smackdown
The field of 64 is officially set, and each region has some exciting match-ups as the tournament officially begins today. Adam Seper is here to break down the Americas region. Who will advance to the next round? Only you can decide!
The Africa/Middle East Smackdown
The Indie Travel Takedown tournament continues with the Africa and Middle East region. Adam Seper breaks down the match-ups in round 1, and your votes will send the winner to the Final Four.
Alcohol and Adrenaline – A Match Made in Heaven
Whether you enjoy beer or wine, surfing or paragliding, there is a destination to do it. Here are ten of the best places to taste alcohol and get an adrenaline kick from an adventure sport.
Travel Bracketology: The Indie Travel Take Down
With March Madness ready to begin with the announcement of the NCAA tournament on Sunday, we decided to create our own tournament – the Indie Travel Takedown. Which country in the world do you think is best for independent travel?
Best Festivals and Events in Europe
Festivals in Europe are great because you can shop, eat local foods, listen to music and make friends…all in the same place and at the same time. Cristina Puscas guides you around 10 of the best festivals and events in Europe.
10 Experiences All Travelers Should Have in Ireland
When you start to plan a trip to Ireland, you’ll be inundated by advice from all over. Here are Jenn Molholt’s tips for how to get the best from your trip without becoming trapped in cliches around green beer and shamrocks.
Six Little Italy Neighborhoods Across the United States
Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations, but not everyone can make a trip to the Bel Paese. Instead, Robin Locker shows us that a dose of Italian culture, food and fun can be found at these Little Italy neighborhoods across the United States.
Seven of the Best Eco-friendly Experiences in South America
From tree climbing in the Amazonian jungle or galloping on horseback across Uruguayan plains, to getting spiritual at an Argentine Yoga retreat or pedaling through the Atacama Desert, South America has no shortage of experiences that are both easy on the wallet and the conscience.
12 of the Best Free European Attractions
Traveling through Europe can drain any budget quickly, but not everything costs a fortune. BootsnAll staff writer Cristina Puscas takes us on a tour of 12 top attractions that are free.
The Budget Traveler’s Guide to Wine Tasting in Italy
Plan a wine-tasting trip the Italian way. Mattie Bamman shares the practicalities.
Eat Your Way Through Italy: 4 Stops for Food Lovers
Foodies can happily eat their way through Italy no matter where they go, but for an extra-special treat, Jessica Spiegel highlights four places in Italy where your tastebuds might just find their own version of nirvana.
Asia’s Most Incredible Treks
Whether watching the sunrise from the peak of a holy mountain, summiting a sulphur-belching active volcano or scouring the jungle for traces of the endangered black panther, these seven treks are amongst Asia’s most spectacular.
Traveler Postcard – Jessica in South Africa
In BootsnAll’s new series, Traveler Postcards, we profile a real trip – highlighting the best of a destination as seen by a particular person on a particular trip. This week, BootsnAll writer Jessica Spiegel shares stories from an epic trip to South Africa.
5 Places to See in South Korea Beyond Seoul
For such a tiny country, South Korea has a wealth of beautiful and bizarre attractions. Anna Corbett looks at five places off the beaten track to explore in the Land of the Morning Calm.
10 Ways to Use CouchSurfing: A Multi-Tool for the Indie Traveler
Everyone has heard of CouchSurfing by now, but is everyone making the most of it? Julie Dupuis shares tips that go beyond the usual slumber party.