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Wine Tasting in Alsace, France
The Alsace region of France is filled with charms, not the least of which is excellent wine tasting. Christopher Allen is something of an expert and he gives his best advice here.
California Wine Country: Planning a Cheap Trip Yourself
If you aren’t careful then a trip to California’s Wine Country can cost a fortune, but it doesn’t have to. Katie Hammel has figured out helpful strategies to have a fantastic trip on a small budget.
How to Start Writing a Travel Story
Writing about travel is easy. Writing about your own trip in a way that actually entertains people is not so easy, so Nicolas De Corte offers some solid advice that should help you get started.
7 Reasons Why You Should Go on a Road Trip Now
Thinking about staying home for the rest of the summer instead of going somewhere exotic? Clark Taylor offers 7 compelling reasons you should think about a bit of a road trip instead.
First Impressions Do Not Count – Beirut, Lebanon
Marco De Oliveira visited Lebanon recently and found charm to be in short supply, until he left the modern city center of Beirut.
7 of the Best Movie Locations Around The World
Movies often help inspire travel, and in some cases you can still easily visit the actual filming locations. Victoria Brewood points out 7 of the very best from around the globe.
Museums are Overrated: Here Are 8 Alternatives
Have you ever visited a museum because you thought you were supposed to instead of because you knew you’d enjoy it? There’s no shame in skipping them, and here are 8 options to learn about the real culture today.
Angels in Africa – Kenya
David Mensch had his rented vehicle break down on a deserted road in Kenya, and the help he and his family received has him wondering who it really was out there.
Cheap Safari Tips: DIY at South Africa’s Kruger National Park
If you’ve assumed safaris are only for the rich, think again. Katie Hammel pulled it off herself on a low budget, so she shares her expert tips for how to do it yourself.
Mongolia for Beginners – Much More Than Expected
Marco De Oliveira was glad to be leaving the misery of Russia, the depressing faces, the smog and vodka. They were so happy to be going to a place that time has forgotten. His mind was filled with images of the magnificent hordes, tearing down the steppes of Mongolia.
12 Best Places in the World to Learn About Marine Life
Fancy an opportunity to get to know our undersea friends a bit better? Jeanine Barone is here with 12 places that each offer excellent aquatic adventures better than anywhere else.
Greece in Ghana – Accra, Ghana
Suzanne Geudeke lived in Ghana for ten months, experiencing its culture from up close. The article describes a curious encounter she had one night, when a Ghanaian bar owner invited her to go to “Greece” – A run down house in a dark street where he served her a local drink called akpeteshie.
Greece: Ten Things You Really Ought to Know Before You Go
Greece is a country with endless charms, giving you warm, everlasting memories. But before you go, read these helpful tips.
A Scatological Comparison of Selected Latin American Nations
Most travelers just go to one country for a week or two, and although many return with a disgusting story, virtually none have actual data to go along with it.
Amsterdam Explained: Facts, Myths, and Advice for a Better Trip
Amsterdam is an unusual city in a few ways and reliable information on how things work isn’t always easy to find. Roger Wade writes a travel guide to the Dutch capital and does his best here to explain some of the mysteries.
Poncho Plaza: Stretching Your Dollar in Ecuador’s Famous Market – Otavalo, Equador
This beautiful town of Otavalo, nestled between the volcanoes Imbabura and Cotacachi, is both picturesque and historically significant. Tiffany Parker finds that it’s the place to go to collect those lovely souvenirs that will aid in showing off your travels to friends, family, and unsuspecting door-to-door salesmen.
Train Travel in India: Important Tips and Advice From a Local
Many travelers to India struggle with train travel and go for luxury class whenever possible. Amrith Sudhakaran is from India and has traveled extensively on trains, and he offers expert advice on how to go about it and which comforts to skip for a better experience.
Backpacker Stereotypes You'll Meet on the Road
Travel has changed since 2009, but certain backpacker archetypes still ring true. We revisit these regional stereotypes with fresh eyes for 2026.
Taking for Granted Our Local Treasures – Athens, Greece
Don’t let life pass you by when there are plenty of treasures locally to explore. You don’t have to go a long way for a great vacation.
10 of the World’s Best Observation Decks
Some of us go to great lengths to see whatever view an observation deck holds in store for us. Katie Hammel has saved us the trouble by collecting up 10 of the best from around the world.
5 Summer Travel Tips for France
Summer travel to France can be an amazing experience, but most things are crowded and some things are closed. Julie Blakley writes about France and she offers up 5 important expert tips to make your trip the best it can be.
How to tell your family and friends you are leaving
So you are thinking about going around the world. How should you talk to your family and friends about leaving for a few years? Shikha Dhawan offers five very helpful pieces of advice.
Prague Nights – Misadventures in Prague, Czech Republic
The sound of someone yelling at Andrew Garrett in Czech broke the spell he was under and he turned around. In front of him, on the other side of the building, standing on the ground was a really big man dressed in camouflage, with an even bigger gun aimed at his chest. ‘Oh man, what did I get myself into this time?’
Northam Exposure: John M. Edwards Interviews Adventure Journalist Bruce Northam
John M. Edwards Liquors Up and Loosens the Tongue of Adventure Journalist Bruce Northam, the Guru of Globetrotter Dogma.