Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is home to around 1 million people. The name of the city is French and derived from “Viangchan” (“walled city of sandalwood”). The city was the economic hub under French rule, which started in 1893 and lasted until 1953. Nowadays, the capital is a hub for café culture, cheap spas, […]
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The Best Lesbian Travel Blogs
While there are many popular solo travel blogs, luxury blogs, and budget travel blogs, it can be a bit more challenging to find quality content for LGBT travelers. In this month’s LGBT column, Dani from Globetrotter Girls shares her favorite lesbian travel blogs. This list of lesbian travel blogs will keep you informed and inspired – and you don’t need to be an LGBT traveler to appreciate them!
Travel Legend Rolf Potts on Backpacking and Travel
Rolf Potts is one of the most famous modern travelers writers out there. He burst onto the scene with his book, Vagabonding, and since then, the book has become a must travel for first time travelers. Rolf has, in many ways, become the face of modern backpacking. He recently took time out of his busyschedule to sit down and discuss backpacking.
How Heather is Traveling South America on a Budget
Heather is the winner of last year’s round the world contest. I touched based with Heather again recently to talk about her trip in South America so far, and whether or not she has stuck to her travel budget!
Ten Years Ago, I Quit My Job to Travel the World
Ten years ago, I embarked on the trip that would change my life. I took a by following my guy, and I am glad I did! Anniversaries have a strange way of making you nostalgic and reflective, and, as this one approached, I couldn’t help but reflect on that trip.
My 21 Favorite Places to Visit in Colombia
Last Updated: 7/8/23 | July 8th, 2023 From the blue waters of Tayrona National Park, the sweeping views of the Cocora Valley, and the ruins of San Agustín, Tierradentro, and the Lost City, to the white colonial buildings of Popayán and the hustle and bustle of its metropolises, Colombia is packed with things to see […]
How to Become a Sustainable Traveler
Last updated: 10/29/23 | October 29th, 2023 Environmentally friendly travel is now one of the fastest-growing movements in the industry, and I, for one, welcome this trend. It’s an incredibly important topic that I’ve been writing about for years. After all, why destroy what you love? No one wants to see paradise paved over. We […]
Ko Phi Phi: Thailand’s Most Dangerous Island
Posted: 9/22/2010 | September 22nd, 2010 This is a guest post by Sean Ogle, who blogs about location independence at locationrebel.com When you think of dangerous islands, you might think of earthquake-prone and poverty-stricken Haiti. Or maybe it’s Australia, with its deadly spiders and snakes. Or perhaps it’s someplace even more remote, like the jungle […]
Vagabonding: An Interview on the Art of Long-Term Travel
Vagabonding is often considered the backpacker’s bible. It is a treatise on the personal and world benefits of travel, especially long-term travel. I still have my original copy and occasionally thumb through chapters. Ten years later, find out why Vagabonding is still a must-read for any backpacker worth their salt.
How to Help Stop Animal Abuse in the Tourism Industry
A lot of people don’t know that animal-based tourism (ex: Seaworld, elephant riding, tiger temples) is detrimental and abuse to the animals. In this post, I shed light on the animal tourism industry and provide better, more animal friendly alternatives for travelers.
How to Get a Cheap Cruise for as Little as $30 Per Day
Cruises can be expensive affairs – but they don’t have to be! There are so many cruises now that prices are at an all-time low. By applying a few tips and tricks you can find yourself a great cruise for a reasonable price and be sailing the high seas in no time!
Two San Diegans Conquer Their Fears and Go Around the World
Today we’re going to meet Katie and Steve Nauman. They are a couple in their thirties from San Diego. Katie and Steve spent a year saving up for their 11-month trip before they quit their jobs and headed out into the world for the majority of 2012. Find out how the managed and what tips they have to pass on to their fellow travelers!