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A Memorable Journey to the Beach – Ko Samet, Thailand
Even if the locals don’t really know their country very well, Rashaad Jorden thinks they can make travel unintentionally entertaining.
Doi Inthanon National Park – “The Roof of Thailand”
Doi Inthanon National Park is a true jewel of natural beauty, consisting of rugged mountainous terrain blanketed by lush tropical forests and dotted with mighty rivers and majestic waterfalls. Norman A. Rubin takes us on a tour.
The Irrigation – Bali, Indonesia
Imagine yourself on vacation in Bali. Now picture yourself inexplicably going deaf. Follow C. Noah Pelletier on a strange journey back to the five senses.
The Forbidden Kingdom: Sanctity and Superstition in Saudi Arabia
Daniel A. Meyer travels to Saudi Arabia with a sense of understanding, only to discover more skeletons in the closet.
Best BootsnAll Travel Photos: August 2010
Need some travel inspiration to plan your next adventure? Here are the best of your travel photos that we featured on BootsnAll in August 2010.
A Whirlwind Tour of Bucharest, Romania
Ciaran John had visited many of the famous sites of Romania on previous visits to the country but had always been discouraged from visiting the capital by his Romanian friends. On his last visit he finally managed to to get a brief peek at Bucharest.
Memories of a Tour to the Sovereign City State of Monaco
Norman A. Rubin recounts the tale of his guided tour to Monaco.
Valencia: Simply Smarter
The history of Valencia does contain the usual list of conquering forces up through the centuries, says Terje Raa – but one power was different and kept coming back, that was the power of water.
We’re Still Here and the Gumbo is Almost Ready – Reflections on New Orleans
Erin Hutton reflects on New Orleans, the Crescent City that never stops celebrating, and the beautiful nature of this unique American culture.
Exploring Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas by Car
Most people go the Sacred Valley either by train to Ollantaytambo or by bus on an organized tour, but if you take the trouble to do it on your own, you will find that it is worth the effort.
Eight Great Historic U.S. Homes That You Can Visit
Unimaginable luxury. Famous moments and fearful events. Whether you’re an American history buff, romantic sightseer or reluctant student, touring any of these “Eight Great U.S. Historic Homes” while in their cities is worth the time.
The Best Family Campgrounds in the U.S.
If you haven’t been camping, then you don’t know what you’re missing. Bill H. Cooper shows us that there are some wonderful family campgrounds in the US and some are even resorts.
6 Reasons to Visit the Gulf Coast Now
As the effects of the Gulf Coast oil disaster continue to loom, as many people have canceled their trip plans to travel elsewhere, Spencer Spellman gives six reasons why there’s never been a better time to travel to the Gulf.
Traveling With Kids – A Secret Worth Sharing
A couple travels around the world with their young daughter to discover some surprising and unexpected benefits of traveling with little ones.
Smiling Hilltribe Faces in Muang Na, Thailand
Most people never experience the way people in the hilltribes of Northern Thailand live. Caroline Eubanks had the experience of spending a week with the Lahu and Chinese residents of Muang Na and playing with their adorable children.
The Dog Days of Summer in Guatemala
Sometimes walking a dog isn’t as relaxing as a leisurely stroll through the park. Sometimes it’s downright terrifying. This is what travel writer Reannon Muth discovered while walking a dog through the streets of Guatemala.
The Next Table – An Encounter in the Shadow of the Alhambra in Granada, Spain
Travel can elevate experience and sharpen the senses no matter where you go. On a trip to Granada in Andalucia, it happens to Robin Graham.
Around the World in 42 Days With No Luggage:The No Baggage Challenge
Many travelers talk about the importance of packing light.
Motorbikes and Menu Roulette in Saigon
Kaitlyn Barrett’s Vietnam to-do list: 1. Rent motorbike. 2. Drive through Saigon. 3. Live to tell the story.
8 Ways to Avoid the Single Supplement as a Solo Traveler
Solo travel can be wonderfully liberating – until you see the words “single supplement” on a tour package. BootsnAll writer Jessica Spiegel explores some of the ways solo travelers can avoid paying a single supplement.
10 Ways to Take Better Travel Photographs
Beautiful photos don’t necessarily have to be taken with professional and expensive gear. Photography enthusiast but technology-allergic Denise Pulis gives you ten tips on how to change your compact camera photography from dull to memorable.
Copenhagen Jazz Fever
Where is Orion Brass Band when they are supposed to do a street parade? A colleague waiting for the official opening of the Copenhagen Jazz Festival 2010, suggests they could be busy emptying small glasses in the bars along the route.
Lost Dignity and Salty Old Men: A Tale from the Dominican Republic
There are few things that women dread more than being a bridesmaid, but for Katie Tuider, the humiliation started a year before the wedding in the Cordillera Central of the Dominican Republic involving a questionable tailor and some unsavory characters.
Finding Authenticity Amongst the Over-Rated
Home of the Taj Mahal, Agra is the Indian city travelers love to hate. Sara Clarke explains why it’s one of her favorite travel destinations and how she found a bit of the “real India” in one of the country’s most touristy cities.