Learn the economic, political and environmental context of my host culture.
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Stories
The Game of Buzkashi in Afghanistan
Buzkashi is an ancient game of horsemanship played in Afghanistan. OG BootsnaAll Writer Mr Ginger shares his experience
Afghanistan: Part of the OG Overland Trail
Before the Russians invaded, Afghanistan was a part of the overland trail between Europe and India. Not today.
Articles
Educational Travel: How to Get Permission and Justify the Experience to Your Local School
Updated in March of 2026 - How to boost your child's education through travel in the worldschooling era - and get the teachers onboard!
Strangest Bone Churches of Europe
Europe's ossuaries blend history, art, and mortality. Visit Sedlec in Czech Republic, Rome's Capuchin Crypt, Hallstatt in Austria, Paris Catacombs, and other bone churches combining medieval burial practices with spiritual reflection.
Unique (And Sometimes Dangerous) Religious Rituals Around the World
Believers around the globe practice rituals that challenge outsiders' perceptions of devotion. From extreme body piercings during Thaipusam to young men enduring ant stings, these ceremonies remain central to communities' spiritual and cultural identity.
Why You Should Ignore Everything You've Heard and Go to Belarus
Updated March 2026: This 2020 traveler's guide to Belarus has become a historical document. Due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the resulting security crisis, Belarus is now under Level 4 Do Not Travel warnings from most major governments. Learn what changed and why Belarus is no longer accessible to tourists.