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Six Feisty Female Travelers
Like with so many other things, the most famous travelers all tend to be men. Lucy Corne points out that there have been some amazing female travelers who deserve credit and attention as well.
Worlds Collide in Hanoi – Vietnam, Asia
In Hanoi, Aaron Robertson finds a fast-changing city whose life is formed from the often surprising meeting of both East and West.
Highest Cities in the World
Explore cities and towns above 10,000 feet where altitude adaptation becomes part of the experience.
When in Korea… – South Korea, Asia
The gateway to a true exchange of Korean culture may just be through drinking gallons of their beloved soju, or eating mysteriously poisonous fish. Either way, Jon Wick found it to be a step in the right direction.
The 5 Weirdest Things in the Philippines
The Philippines kind of flies under the main tourist radar in Asia, but those who make the trip are rewarded with plenty to like, including Marseille Markham’s five favorite weird things.
Ten Impressive Palaces to Visit
When you think of a palace, it’s easy to get a mental picture of some giant ornate mansion, but Deanna Hyland demonstrates that they come in all shapes and sizes around the world.
A Tranquil Slice of the East Coast – Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts, USA
Sabina Lohr keeps coming back to Martha’s Vineyard, year after year. Why?
Making Tracks to Whistler – British Columbia, Canada
Whistler is definitely the place for making tracks and though Jane Cassie doess’t plan on cruising from heavenly peaks, she does manage the task in another way – by getting there and back on The Whistler Mountaineer.
Biking in Australia
Jay Jacobson’s passion for cycling takes him into Australia on several trips, with his wife and solo, for a total of hundreds and hundreds of miles.
Learn Spanish While Traveling in Central America
Knowing Spanish will make visiting Central America far more enjoyable. Fortunately, you can learn quickly and cheaply when you arrive, and Rebecca Byrch is here to explain how it works.
Baltoro K2 Gondogoro La Pakistan – Asia
Tatanka was told by the adventurous and the wise that the world’s best mountains lie in Pakistan. So, she went on a trek to see for herself.
Dealing With Your Caffeine Addiction on the Road
Coffee lovers can find themselves in dire straights when traveling through some regions. Caffeine-head Eileen Smith runs down your options and offers some advice and solutions.
12 of the Most Beautiful Bridges in Europe
Europe has an amazing array of new bridges mixed in with historic spans that are tourist attractions on their own. Check out BootsnAll staff writer Cristina Puscas’ picks for the twelve most beautiful of all.
Ruins and Real Life – Jericho, West Bank, Israel
A venture into Israel’s West Bank town of Jericho gives Sabina Lohr a look into the world’s oldest city and the Palestinians who inhabit it.
Truckking Ladakh – India, Asia
Som Datta rode with trucks that missed seat belts, sometimes windshields, carried goats, petrol and military men.
Nine Most Disappointing Attractions in Europe
Europe is loaded with thrills and highlights, but some of the most famous attractions don’t live up to our expectations. BootsnAll’s Roger Wade lists the 9 worst offenders, even though it won’t stop anyone from seeing for themselves.
The Southern Cross in Yemen – Middle East
Chris Dawson got more than he bargained for hiking on the Red Sea Coast of Yemen.
Monastery Day – Armenia, Middle East
Raffi Kojian recommends a day in the countryside of Armenia for scenery, sights, spectacular views and within a reasonable distance from Yerevan, its capital.
Cruising the Yangtze River – China, Asia
Cruise down China’s longest river and the third longest in the world with Pam MacNaughtan.
Six Guilty Travel Pleasures
Independent travel can be exhausting, and sometimes we need to comfort ourselves. Lucy Corne admits to these six guilty pleasures that help keep her sanity while on the road.
Thumbing A Ride – Prince Edward Island, Canada
It was only a simple action – a small arm motion and the job would soon be finished. So why was Kymberly Dawn so afraid?
12 Incredible Temples to Visit in Asia
Places of worship tend to be popular tourist attractions the world around. If you are heading to Asia anytime soon you’ll do well to work several of Deanna Hyland’s suggestions into your itinerary.
12 Most Amazing Pools in the World
Fancy a dip, but can’t stand the thought of slumming it with the riff-raff in a normal hotel pool? Check out Daved Brosch’s list of pools that put the standard Olympic-sized ones to shame.
In the Middle of Nowhere – Armenia, Middle East
Raffi Kojian meets the Mountain Man, a ranger, who takes him to a cave to nowhere, in the middle of nowhere.