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Why and How to Embrace Long-term Slow Travel
A vacation is good, a summer’s travel is better, a RTW journey is a classic, a gap year can be epic, but why stop there? People all around the world are embracing a life of Longterm Slow Travel; Jenn Miller, in her fifth year of full-time travel, introduces you to a few of her friends, introduces you to the how and the why, and gives you ten good reasons you should just keep going.
What your Zodiac Sign Says About your Travel Plans
For those of you who have never checked your horoscope before hitting the road, now’s the time to find out where the stars best align for adventure-seekers like yourself. Megan Lee will let you know where your zodiac signs will take you.
Inspirational Eco-Friendly Pioneers
These 7 pioneering travelers rode across countries on horseback, sailed the seven seas, cycled the globe or clocked up some impressive distances on foot, becoming an inspiration not only for those of us who dream about expanding our travel horizons but for everyone who frets that the only way to bear the weight of their carbon footprints is to stay home.
Eight Unforgettable “Must-Do’s” in Panama
Naturally, a trip to Panamá wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Canal, but Vickie Lillo recommends eight other exhilarating “must-do’s” in this nation of lush rainforests, incredible wildlife and sandy beaches.
A Unique Theme to your Round the World Trip
Hiking. Food. Drinks. Sports. People plan round the world trips around many different themes. Lavinia Patrusco is here to show a different and unique theme to a long-term trip.
9 Reasons to Stay Longer in Penang, Malaysia
Penang, one of the most visited Malaysian islands, may quickly cease to seduce its visitors after a stroll around the streets of UNESCO listed Georgetown. On the contrary, Marco Ferrarese, a long time Penang resident, has worthy recommendations to help you extend and enjoy your stay in this vibrant island…
Confessions of a Travel Fiction Junkie
You may not find Travel Fiction listed under the Dewey Decimal system, but for Anne Supsic, the term describes good reads with endearing characters that will enrich your travels and transport you to foreign locales.
The Park Life – Moscow, Russia
Every tourist visits the instantly recognizable St. Basil’s Cathedral and Red Square, but ex-pat Jonathon Engels recommends visiting Moscow’s great wealth of public parks to enjoy the city more like the locals do.
Why Today Should Be the Day You Head to Burma
Decades of deservedly critical press warning travelers to stay away from Burma is finally giving way to encouraging signs for the country’s future. Chris Wotton discovers why now really is the time to give Burma a try.
The Moscow Metro Museum of Art: 10 Must-See Stations
In a city where prices elevate to astronomical, Jonathon Engels tells how, for less than a dollar, Moscow’s Metro can offer some of the most notable sights the city has and provide a culture exchange of the truest nature.
Ten Off the Beaten Path Things to Do in Chile
With almost 3000 miles of coastline, desert terrain in the north, lakes, volcanoes, and vineyards in the center, an ultra-modern capital of Santiago, and windswept crags along its southern shores, Chile is the perfect getaway for the most discerning adventurer. Sometimes, however, the greatest thrills of exploration, according to Vickie Lillo, fellow traveler and married to a Chilean National, are completely off the grid.
In the Shadow of Petra, Wadi Rum Beckons
Visitors to Jordan come chiefly for Petra, the vaunted ancient city that had become a forgotten outpost until re-discovered in the 19th Century. Many have heard of Wadi Rum, the expansive mountain desert in the south of Jordan, but few have stayed there overnight to explore its wonders and experience the Bedouin culture. S. Michael Scadron illustrates how Wadi Rum beckons us, not only because of its natural beauty, but also for the richness of its history and cultural heritage.