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If It’s Good Enough for the Prophet… Damascus to Bosra, Syria
Taxi travel always has its fair share of quirks and a simple day trip south of Damascus reminds Troy Nahumko to trust your instincts. After all, if it is good enough for a Prophet…
5 Most Unique New Year’s Eve Drops
Don’t want to hassle the Times Square crowds this year? Check out Michelle Fabio’s 5 weird alternatives on New Year’s Eve.
Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Provincial Park, Northwestern British Columbia
Stunning scenery. Rare elusive wildlife. And killer lava. All this packaged in a self drive tour in Northwest British Columbia by Curtis Sagmeister.
The World’s Messiest Festivals
If your vacation won’t be complete without getting dirty in another country, then join BootsnAll staff writer Jessica Spiegel as she visits the world’s messiest festival celebrations.
Eight reasons to visit South Africa during the World Cup
People from all over the world will converge on South Africa next year for the World Cup. Even if you aren’t a big soccer fan, Travis Clark thinks that it will be one of the premier travel events of 2010.
8 of the Best Party Beaches in the World
Want to sit on the sand all day and work on your tan? You can go almost anywhere for that, but if you really want to party you’ll want to think about Nellie Huang’s list of far-flung beaches.
Why the travels are never the same as the stories
Travels are never exactly like you expected them to be, they are never like the stories, even not like your own story. Nicolas De Corte explains you why.
Christmas Windows at Paris’ Bon Marche Star Digital Surfing Turkey
While in Paris this December, Laura Kaufman fell in love with a digital turkey starring in the Bon Marche’s Christmas display windows. The turkey surfs inside a dishwasher, gets zapped by UFOS and dances in the rain of crying eyes.
Gearing Up for 2010: Recap of 2008 & 2009 Top Destinations for Independent Travel
BootsnAll’s list of 2010’s top destinations for independent travelers comes out tomorrow, so we thought we’d take a look back at the lists from the last two years to get ready. Join us!
5 Top resources for the first time solo traveler
First time solo travelers have lots of questions and doubts. Nicolas De Corte provides five resources which can help solving them.
How Travel Nurtures Peace on Earth, Goodwill Toward Men
Around the holidays, we hear a lot about “peace on earth” and “goodwill toward men.” Rachel Denning takes a look at how travel can enhance both of those things, year-round.
Intentional Travel: 6 Important Things To Consider When Planning a Trip
Jennifer Miller has an uncle with a snappy saying that has served her well through life – and in particular, when it comes to travel. Since you probably don’t have the same uncle, she’s here to share his advice with you.
A Turkish Bath Experience In Istanbul
Would you pay 75 lira to get washed like a dog and rubbed down with soap? Paul and Scarlett did…
6 Countries on the US State Dept. Alert and Warning Lists That You Should Visit Anyway
The US State Department is notoriously over-cautious when it releases travel alerts and travel warnings for countries. Katie Hammel reminds us that we shouldn’t take those as gospel and lists 6 places that you should still visit anyway.
Stockholm for Snails
Terje Raa follows in the footsteps of a famous Swedish lady – very late and very slowly, though without singing.
The Sliver of Light (That Reminded Me Why I Love Travel)
Trying to relax on an overseas flight isn’t always easy. The very thing that nearly ruined Steve Bramucci’s journey turned out to be something inspirational and invaluable.
Getting Into The Christmas Spirit German Style, Part Two – Nuremberg, Germany
Roy A. Barnes found out that in Nuremberg, Germany, one can get into the Christmas spirit anytime of the year.
A Guide to English Language Bookstores in Paris
Among Paris’ countless tourist attractions are some classic English-language bookstores. Betsy Mikel loves books and lived in Paris, so here she tells us about the best of them.
Riot In Basque Country – San Sebastian, Spain
Unexpected action during demonstration in San Sebastian.
Accidental Tour de France in Paris
Driving in Paris during Tour de France – bad idea!
Lebkuchen and Other Delicacies…not so Grimm in a Bavarian Tourist Haunt – Rothenburg, Germany
Visitors have drunk long and deep from the well of Rothenburg’s charms, but it hasn’t run dry yet, writes Robin Graham of the medieval town in southern Germany
‘Hounding the States – Adventures On Greyhound from New York to Los Angeles
The mighty US of A may pride itself on being bigger, better and faster, but Christian Mercer discovers that while the country and people may score on all points, travel via Greyhound bus fails on all counts…except its crazy passengers and overall lunacy!
The Evolution of a Traveller
Most of us who are hooked on travel tend to have a very predictable journey through distinct stages. Lucy Corne reminds us of that by spelling out just how we travelers tend to “evolve” in our careers.
Martha’s Vineyard: All-American Isle, Massachusetts, USA
A hideway for the US’s rich and famous, and summertime destination for thousands, Martha’s Vineyard offers charming old towns, beaches with waves both rough and gentle, and a few surprises, which Carleton Cole reveals.