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Indie Travel Take Down – The Elite 8
We’re getting close as the original field of 64 has been whittled down to 8. Who will make it to the Final Four? You decide by voting for your favorite country in the Indie Travel Take Down Tournament.
The Cafe Incident in Chiang Mai
People often write about the glamorous, adventurous parts of travelling. Bula, known online as The Irreverent Traveller, does not. In fact, she chooses to focus on the mundane and absurd aspects of travelling — such as being kicked out of a cafe in Thailand for loitering.
7 Reasons to Visit China NOW (Even On a Short Trip)
As the Chinese proverb states: “The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” Taking that first step to visit China may seem daunting, but Anne Supsic gives you seven good reasons to make a trip to China now, even if you can’t stay for long…
Indie Travel Take Down – The Sweet 16
We’re getting closer as the field of 64 has been whittled down to the Sweet 16. Upsets continue to happen as a few Cinderella stories try to make their way to the Final Four. Vote for your favorite countries to move on in the Indie Travel Take Down!
Is RTW Travel for Everyone? Consider Expat Life As an Alternative
Though many of us are intrigued by the concept of long-term travel, living out of a suitcase and on a budget without a place to call home just isn’t for everyone. Denise Pulis explores the reasons how becoming an expat can be a gateway to long-term travel at a slower pace.
King Kong Comes to Life: (Very) Close Encounters with a Silverback in Rwanda’s Parc National des Volcans
In their quest to get close to mountain gorillas in Rwanda, Robin and Pierre Devaux got a lot closer than they anticipated.
8 Unique and Colorful Small Towns Around the World
Color is an element that can animate the feel of a small town. And when architecture, the most representative aesthetic feature of a place feasts on color, the stage is set for a remarkable traveling experience.
Indie Travel Take Down – Round 2
Round 1 of the Indie Travel Takedown tournament is over, and upsets have no doubt destroyed many brackets. Check out the round 2 match-ups and vote to send your favorite countries to the Sweet 16.
Beyond Wine and Beer: 8 Famous Local Drinks to Taste Around the World
Like to try the locals drinks when you are out traveling? You’ve got a lot of options and Katie Hammel helpfully explains how to find your best sources for each one.
Portal Fernandez Concha: Living in Chile’s National Monument
When Jody Hanson leased an apartment in Portal Fernandez Concha she had little idea that she would be mixing and mingling with some of the most interesting people in Santiago.
8 Ways to Get Up Close to Sustainable Beverage Makers
There’s a lot of talk these days about eating organic, local and sustainable food. But what about your favorite drinks? These eight beverage makers know a thing or two about sustainable practices, and the best thing is, their doors are open to visitors.
The Asia/Oceania Smackdown
In perhaps the strongest region in the tournament, the Asia/Oceania bracket has lots of great match-ups. The winner of the whole thing could easily come from here, and Adam Seper is here to break down each game.