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  • December 2016 (7)
    • 31: Dave’s Travel Year in Review (2016) (0)
    • 26: LC’s Most Memorable Travel Moments of The Year (2)
    • 20: What to See in Tenerife on a Budget (2)
    • 20: 5 Surprising and Affordable Luxury Destinations (2)
    • 19: Decidedly Different Christmas Traditions From Around the World (0)
    • 07: 5 Hawaiian Adventures You Can’t Miss (4)
    • 05: Why Japanese Food is the Best in Asia (3)
  • November 2016 (9)
    • 30: 5 German Cities Worth Visiting (2)
    • 29: 7 Easy Skincare Tips for Long Flights (0)
    • 25: 5 Reasons to Choose Train Travel Over Plane Travel (6)
    • 22: Thoughts on Traveling the USA From a Foreigner’s Perspective (2)
    • 21: 6 Mistakes I Made When I Moved to the UK (8)
    • 16: Top 5 Things to Do in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda (1)
    • 10: What to Expect When Backpacking Kyrgyzstan (5)
    • 08: 5 Reasons to Travel Europe in Winter (6)
    • 02: NAMEYDO: Travel Planning for Solo and Budget Travelers (1)
  • October 2016 (6)
    • 31: The Most Dangerous Hikes in Europe (2)
    • 25: ShutterBee App: Travel Journaling Turned Social (0)
    • 10: World Nomad Games: A Sports Competition in the Kyrchyn Gorge (0)
    • 07: Backpacking Israel: When to Visit and What to Experience (1)
    • 04: 6 Cities That Are Perfect for Life Overseas (0)
    • 03: TV Tourism Destinations: Stars, History, and Ancient Sites (0)
  • September 2016 (12)
    • 30: Faroe Islands: Visiting the Tiny, Self-Governing Archipelago (1)
    • 27: Song Kol Lake: Horse Trekking in Kyrgyzstan (4)
    • 26: Backpacking Australia? Top Reasons to Visit Cairns (0)
    • 23: 3 Themed Sydney Bars That Will Impress You (0)
    • 21: Highlights of the Hunter Valley, Australia (0)
    • 20: World’s Best Wildlife: 6 Unique Experiences and Destinations (1)
    • 19: 5 Things to Do in Jersey, the Channel Islands (0)
    • 16: Trekking Annapurna, Nepal: Top 3 Circuits Guide (0)
    • 13: Top 10 Things to Do in Dubai (0)
    • 12: Lhasa to Everest Base Camp: The Ultimate Trip to the Roof of World (1)
    • 05: Traveling with Kids in Europe? 4 Essentials to Bring with You (0)
    • 02: How to Stay Safe Under the Sun (0)
  • August 2016 (6)
    • 31: Dream of Traveling without Parents? 5 Proven Tips (2)
    • 29: The Best London West End Shows (2)
    • 26: Rating Popular Methods of Transportation (0)
    • 23: Win a 10-Day Patagonia Adventure in Chile (0)
    • 19: Top Tips for Staying Fit While Traveling (0)
    • 15: Stockholm Museums: 4 Must-See Museums in Sweden’s Capital (0)
  • July 2016 (7)
    • 29: Amazing Places to Visit in Iceland (2)
    • 26: Exploring Cuba’s Fascinating Heritage (0)
    • 25: How to Experience London on a Budget (5)
    • 19: Why Costa Rica is the Perfect Destination for Any Traveler (4)
    • 14: 5 Kuala Lumpur Attractions for a Unique Stopover (1)
    • 12: London Airport Guide: How to Choose the Right Airport (0)
    • 07: What to Pack for Plastic Free Travel (6)
  • June 2016 (8)
    • 30: 8 Strange Facts About Australia (7)
    • 30: How to Make Friends in a New Country (2)
    • 27: 3 Books to Read While Preparing to Move Overseas (0)
    • 17: How to Travel in India with a Motorcycle (4)
    • 15: What’s Your Travel Style? (4)
    • 14: The Rise of Sports Holidays (0)
    • 07: How to Find Adventure on the Big Island of Hawaii (3)
    • 06: 5 Reasons to Visit Australia During Winter (4)
  • May 2016 (12)
    • 30: 11 Reasons Why You Should Visit Turkey (11)
    • 27: 6 Ways to Make Money on Vacation (2)
    • 25: 5 Signs You’re Ready for Expat Life (2)
    • 17: 6 Ways to Secure Your Home While Traveling (1)
    • 16: 5 Reasons You Should Make Plans to Visit Marrakech (4)
    • 14: Lesser-Known Facts About Fraser Island (3)
    • 13: Meet Israel: From the North to the South – It’s Magical (2)
    • 10: 5 Reasons to Visit Egypt Other than the Pyramids (1)
    • 09: My Biggest Travel Regrets (4)
    • 06: Interview with Amber Young, Travel Videographer (1)
    • 03: The 5 Best U.S. Road Trips (0)
    • 02: The Best Dive Sites in the Gulf of Thailand (0)
  • April 2016 (7)
    • 30: The Highlights of Ancol Bay in Jakarta (0)
    • 28: The Benefits of Traveling Plastic Free (0)
    • 27: Athens: A City for All Seasons (0)
    • 15: The Carry-On Traveller: The Ultimate Guide to Packing Light (Review) (2)
    • 12: 10 Best Kayaking Spots in the USA (2)
    • 11: Where to Find London’s Best Views (6)
    • 05: 7 Incredible Trips to Experiences in 2016 (0)
  • March 2016 (10)
    • 31: The Top 7 Haunted Tourist Destinations in the World (0)
    • 29: Top 10 Tips for Visiting the Czech Republic (0)
    • 28: 6 Ways to Add More Adventure to Your Life (Without Traveling) (5)
    • 21: 4 Books That Will Get You Excited for Travel (2)
    • 16: Things To Remember When Backpacking In The EU (1)
    • 14: Alternatives to Climbing Uluru in Australia (6)
    • 11: 3 Ways to Spend Your Day While Visiting Sri Lanka (3)
    • 10: Travel to Cuba: Top 5 Things to Know Before Taking a Trip (5)
    • 07: Don’t Leave Hawaii without Trying These 10 Foods (1)
    • 04: The Top 7 Things to See and Do on a Blue Cruise (7)
  • February 2016 (12)
    • 23: Why Travel Insurance Is Vital For Backpackers (0)
    • 19: Top 5 Safari Budget Accommodations (1)
    • 17: Top 5 Places to Party Before Sunrise at Angkor Wat (4)
    • 16: 5 of the Most Romantic, Undiscovered Places on Earth (3)
    • 15: You’ve Moved Overseas. What Happens Next? (0)
    • 12: 15 Tips for Backpackers in Israel (1)
    • 11: Why You Should Carry a USB When Traveling (0)
    • 10: A Guide to Sydney’s Hippest Suburbs (4)
    • 05: Top 5 Most Creative Ways to Get to the Airport on a Budget (0)
    • 04: 7 Ways to Be Kinder to the Environment While Traveling (8)
    • 03: Win a 9-Day Culinary Adventure in Chile (2)
    • 02: Koh Tao Attractions: Beyond Diving in the Gulf of Thailand (6)
  • January 2016 (8)
    • 29: 4 Travel Memoirs That Will Feed Your Wanderlust (0)
    • 26: Expat Life vs. Long-Term Travel (6)
    • 25: Diverse Tourism in Goa, India (2)
    • 22: The Simple Guide to Travel Vaccines (0)
    • 20: The Top 5 Mini-Breaks from London (9)
    • 19: Exploring Nature and History around Galway Bay (1)
    • 18: Europe’s Best Gay Beaches (3)
    • 15: Why Tasmania is Australia’s Most Weirdly Wonderful State (4)
  • December 2015 (15)
    • 31: My Travel Year in Review (2015) (14)
    • 30: The World’s Best Places to Celebrate the New Year (2)
    • 28: Could Mexico City be the Coolest City in the World? (0)
    • 23: How to Beat Jet Lag (0)
    • 22: 5 Breathtaking, Natural L.A. Hikes (1)
    • 21: How to Reduce Waste When Eating Out (5)
    • 18: Why Oaxaca is My Favorite Place on Earth (1)
    • 17: Bangkok Food Scene: Where to Rendezvous and What to Eat (1)
    • 16: The Highlights of Doha, Qatar (0)
    • 14: How to Travel Japan on $10 a Day or Less (5)
    • 09: The Coolest Museums in London (You Never Knew Existed) (0)
    • 07: 4 Advantages of Using Grabr to Shop Internationally (3)
    • 04: Backpacking Off the Beaten Track in Central Asia (0)
    • 03: Moving Overseas: The Downsides of Expat Life (11)
    • 01: 5 Simple Steps to Start Planning Your Next Journey (0)
  • November 2015 (14)
    • 30: The World’s Best Cities for Gay Clubbing (1)
    • 24: The Coolest Things to Do in London This Winter (5)
    • 23: 5 Homemade Toiletries That Will Save You Money (0)
    • 19: How to Combat the Winter Blues (4)
    • 18: Do I Really Need to Take Malaria Pills? (0)
    • 17: The Best Travel Headphones for Under $100 (5)
    • 16: The Best Places to Party in Mexico (0)
    • 13: Save Money on Travel With Dealspotr (1)
    • 12: 5 Reasons to Add Newcastle, Australia to Your Itinerary (0)
    • 11: 5 Cheap and Healthy Meals You Can Cook Anywhere (2)
    • 09: Passports with Purpose 2015: Bringing Digital Books to Kenya (0)
    • 05: The World’s Best Places to Sing Karaoke (0)
    • 04: Mexican Safari: A Close Encounter of the Jaguar Kind (3)
    • 03: Travel First Aid Kit: A Do It Yourself Guide (1)
  • October 2015 (19)
    • 30: Traveling With Allergies: Hay Fever Edition (0)
    • 29: The Beginner’s Guide to Day of the Dead (2)
    • 28: Why London is the Perfect City for First-Time Expats (0)
    • 27: 5 Easy Tips to Help You Stay Healthy in Hostels (0)
    • 27: Adrenaline Sports in Croatia (1)
    • 23: Easier Ways To Call Home When You Travel (2)
    • 22: Why Every Traveler Should Attend a Gay Pride Festival (0)
    • 21: 4 Facts I Wish I’d Known Before Moving to the UK (0)
    • 20: The Best Bodyweight Workout for Travelers (0)
    • 19: Backpacking in the Balkans (2)
    • 14: 6 Cheap, Delicious Beers From Around the World (0)
    • 13: 5 Simple Tips for Staying Healthy on the Road (2)
    • 12: Croatia’s Best Festivals (0)
    • 09: Up-and-Coming Hipster Neighborhoods Around the World (10)
    • 09: Work Your Way Around the World (0)
    • 08: Top 5 Accessories for Long Haul Flights (2)
    • 06: How To Save Money When Moving Overseas (1)
    • 05: The Corn Islands in Nicaragua (0)
    • 01: The Best Destinations for Cheap Tailoring (1)
  • September 2015 (9)
    • 30: 10 Tips for Expats in the Middle East (6)
    • 29: Silk Road Explore Tours: Journey Through Central Asia (2)
    • 28: Can You Backpack The Caribbean? (1)
    • 24: The Challenges of Being a Gay Traveler (6)
    • 23: 5 Items that Will Reduce Waste While Traveling (and Save You Money) (4)
    • 10: Champagne At Sunrise Over Lake Tequesquitengo (0)
    • 08: From The Giant’s Causeway to Tokyo (0)
    • 07: Why Namibia Should Be On Your Itinerary (0)
    • 03: 5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Cuba Now (1)
  • August 2015 (7)
    • 28: Iceland’s Natural Wonders (3)
    • 25: 4 Ways to Travel Europe for Less (0)
    • 21: International House Sitting (Review) (0)
    • 19: Weighitz: Traveling Lighter Just Got Easier (0)
    • 11: Heli-Skiing British Columbia: Deep Powder Awaits (1)
    • 07: Traveling Europe for Free (2)
    • 04: 3 Middle East Breaks Which Are Still Safe (0)
  • July 2015 (8)
    • 31: 4 Quintessential Things to Do in England (2)
    • 22: Introducing FLYTE, a Non-Profit to Encourage Student Travel (1)
    • 21: 5 Things to Do in the Dominican Republic (0)
    • 17: Discover Lithuania in 5 Stops (1)
    • 07: Top 5 Natural Wonders of Africa (7)
    • 06: Bursa Icons: The Grand Mosque and Green Tomb (12)
    • 03: Six Summer Sun Getaways for 2015 (2)
    • 02: 7 Volunteering Projects to Consider on Your Travels (2)
  • June 2015 (11)
    • 26: Medical Repatriation Services and More With a Membership PlN (0)
    • 25: Pamukkale: Turkey’s Cotton Castle (9)
    • 23: Canada: From Stunning Waterfalls to Charming Surf Towns (0)
    • 22: Ephesus: An Ancient City Full of Surprises (1)
    • 19: Backpacking in Costa Rica (3)
    • 16: Turkish Bath in Istanbul: My Experience at Kilic Ali Pasa Hamami (3)
    • 11: Top 10 Things to Do in Istanbul (8)
    • 08: 7 Things You Have to See On a Backpacking Tour of Australia (4)
    • 04: 3 Dream Road Trips Every Backpacker Should Sample (3)
    • 02: 7 Places Traveling Parents Should Take Their Kids (0)
    • 01: Turkish Airlines: Flying Business Class from NYC to Istanbul (7)
  • May 2015 (14)
    • 27: 8 Inspiring Reasons to Visit Salta (2)
    • 26: Caldea Andorra: A Mountain Spa with Laser Light Show (1)
    • 25: Monaco: A Day Trip with Exotic Cars and Super Yachts (3)
    • 19: Why A Gulet Cruise Should Be At the Top of Your Bucket List (0)
    • 15: Finding the Best Hotels in the Land of Patriots, Red Sox and Baked Beans (1)
    • 13: TravelSox: Compression Socks for Travelers (1)
    • 11: 5 Reasons Why Route 66 is Still the Roadtrip of a Lifetime (4)
    • 08: 3 Gorgeous European City Break Ideas for Summer (1)
    • 07: Arigato: A Sushi Pioneer in Colombia (2)
    • 06: 5 Must-Visit Long Distance Bike Trails (2)
    • 05: 5 Fun Ideas for Your Next Caribbean Holiday (2)
    • 04: Bogotá Foodie: Food Tours in Colombia’s Capital (2)
    • 02: Win a Eurail Global Pass for Two with Rail Europe (0)
    • 01: Adventure Holidays: 3 Countries to Consider for Your Next Trip (0)
  • April 2015 (19)
    • 30: Northwest Argentina and the Cerro de Siete Colores (1)
    • 29: 10 Must See Places in Asia (3)
    • 29: Why I’ll Always Come Back to New York City (2)
    • 28: The 7 Best Budget Activities in Morocco (1)
    • 27: Ibiza: Curiosities from the White Island (0)
    • 27: Colonia Carlos Pellegrini: Nature Up Close in Argentina (0)
    • 22: Top 10 Most Amazing Car Adventures in the World (0)
    • 21: Second Time Is The Harm In Paraguay (2)
    • 20: Paraguay And The Jesuit Ruins (0)
    • 17: TripVerse: An App to Help You Streamline Your Travels (0)
    • 15: The Best Countries For Solo Female Travellers (3)
    • 14: Spring Sale: Save 30% on Travel Blog Success (0)
    • 14: Around the World in 15 Taxis [Infographic] (2)
    • 13: Bargain Dining in New York City (1)
    • 09: Surfing, Wildlife and Family Vacations in Costa Rica (0)
    • 06: Chile vs. Argentina: Which Country Has the Better Wine? (2)
    • 04: Gumtree Welcomes You to Australia (1)
    • 03: The Ultimate Guide to Dating Etiquette Across Europe (1)
    • 02: Arles: Roman Ruins and the Search for Vincent Van Gogh (2)
  • March 2015 (12)
    • 30: The Best Food in Latin America (3)
    • 27: DIY is the Way to Go (3)
    • 26: Why (and How) to Volunteer Overseas (0)
    • 25: Bogotá vs Medellín: Recreation, Safety and Transportation (2)
    • 23: Bogotá vs Medellín: Culture, Dining and the Economy (3)
    • 19: Millévin: Avignon’s Annual Wine Festival (0)
    • 17: Climbing Volcanoes in Nicaragua: A Brief Guide to 4 Popular Hikes (5)
    • 16: Top 5 Public Transportation Systems in South America (2)
    • 11: Luxembourg City: Is the Little Country’s Capital Worth Your Time? (3)
    • 09: Iguazú Falls: One of Argentina’s Top Natural Attractions (2)
    • 03: Volcán Villarrica: Climbing an Active Volcano in Chile (3)
    • 02: Ljubljana: A Day in Slovenia’s Capital (2)
  • February 2015 (9)
    • 26: Farewell to Brazil (1)
    • 23: The Beaches of Northeast Brazil (1)
    • 19: 4 Things You Need, From Salvador to Fortaleza (0)
    • 17: Trover: The Ultimate Photo Sharing Travel App (0)
    • 16: Starting the New Year in Historic Salvador (0)
    • 12: Brazilian Food: Traditional Dishes from the Northeast (4)
    • 09: Love and Lost in Recife (0)
    • 05: The Cost of Travel in Northeast Brazil (1)
    • 02: Fortaleza and the Lovely Lawyer (1)
  • January 2015 (9)
    • 30: How to Travel the World on $50 a Day (Review and Giveaway) (1)
    • 28: Plotting a Course for Travel in 2015 (1)
    • 27: Five Weeks in the Amazon (Review) (0)
    • 26: The Tripcipe App: A Digital Scrapbook for Travel Planning (3)
    • 20: Tremiti Islands: Italian Pearls of the Adriatic Sea (1)
    • 19: Air Travel Tips: From Start to Finish (3)
    • 15: Inside the White House Summit on Study Abroad and Global Citizenship (3)
    • 13: Exploring London’s Hidden Food Markets (4)
    • 12: 4 Top Spots to Discover Before the Crowds Arrive (2)
  • December 2014 (9)
    • 31: The Most Popular Posts of 2014 (0)
    • 30: My Travel Year in Review (2014) (4)
    • 29: Places I Still Want to See in Peru (2)
    • 19: Holiday Travels: How To Best Keep Comfy! (1)
    • 11: Treat Yourself – Save up to 40% on Small Luxury Hotels of the World (3)
    • 10: Rio Cutural Secrets – Getting to Know Rio de Janeiro with a Private Tour (1)
    • 08: White House Summit: Go Backpacking Goes to Washington, DC (4)
    • 02: Arequipa: Peru’s Medellín (2)
    • 01: Victorinox Swiss Army I.N.O.X. Watch: Made to Last (2)
  • November 2014 (7)
    • 26: How to Survive a Lost or Stolen Wallet on Holiday (4)
    • 25: 4 Popular Types of Backpacks (1)
    • 24: How to Stay Put When You Have a Traveling Heart (1)
    • 13: Marmaris, Turkey: Don’t Listen to the Bad Press (2)
    • 12: Nicaraguan Food: Typical and Traditional Cuisine (7)
    • 11: Top 10 Destinations in Latin America for 2015 (10)
    • 06: Le Grotte: A Thrilling Boat Tour of the Sea Caves of Gargano (1)
  • October 2014 (8)
    • 27: 5 Tips for Traveling in Perú (8)
    • 23: Peschici: Whitewashed Homes and Cobblestone Roads (1)
    • 16: Wandering the Back Streets of Vico del Gargano (0)
    • 14: Celebrating New Year’s Eve Abroad (4)
    • 09: The Sanctuary of Monte Sant’Angelo (3)
    • 08: Visiting Havana (4)
    • 07: 3 Practical Reasons to Use TunnelBear VPN While Traveling Overseas (4)
    • 06: 8 Things to Do in the Dominican Republic (2)
  • September 2014 (4)
    • 26: Pedal The World: An Adventure Around The World On A Bike (0)
    • 23: 4 Things I Learned Road Tripping Around North America (5)
    • 04: Sandboarding in Huacachina (0)
    • 01: The Importance Of Hiring A Good Tuk-Tuk Driver In Thailand (4)
  • August 2014 (7)
    • 29: Follow the Frog (1)
    • 21: Favorite Peruvian Dishes (1)
    • 20: Heavenly Days in North Carolina’s High Altitudes (1)
    • 19: Birth of an Independent Traveler (10)
    • 08: Don’t Date a Girl Who Travels (2)
    • 07: Tips for Scuba Diving in Cenotes (1)
    • 01: World Cup 2014 Highlights from Brazil (0)
  • July 2014 (12)
    • 31: Niseko, Japan: A Powder Paradise for Skiers and Snowboarders (3)
    • 29: Top 10 Things to Do in Budapest (14)
    • 25: The Scarred & the Beautiful, Jammu & Kashmir (0)
    • 24: DrinkAdvisor: A Mobile App Showcasing the World’s Best Bars (5)
    • 18: Afghanistan (5)
    • 16: La Paz in Under 24 Hours (1)
    • 11: Berlin: “The People Run this City” (0)
    • 10: The Road to Halabja Part XI – Smugglers & Turkey’s Lovely Embrace (1)
    • 08: The Road to Halabja Part X – Kurdish Farewell (1)
    • 07: Hiking Colca Canyon: A Test of Endurance in Peru (4)
    • 04: Lost in Taiwan (5)
    • 03: The Road to Halabja Part IX – Iraqi Hitchhikers & A Life of Prayers (12)
  • June 2014 (11)
    • 30: Day Trip to Tokyo’s Mount Takao (1)
    • 25: 10 Australian Beaches Every Backpacker Should See (10)
    • 23: Khao Soi – Eat This in Northern Thailand (5)
    • 20: In South America: Untamed Winds (0)
    • 19: Yahoo Travel: The Launch of an Inspiring New Digital Magazine (0)
    • 16: A Tour of Nungwi Village in Zanzibar (3)
    • 13: Rolling in the Deep – Anilao, Philippines (0)
    • 11: 3 Trip Ideas For the Ultimate Music Lover (4)
    • 09: Visiting the Rock Churches of Lalibela (4)
    • 06: On Assignment (0)
    • 02: Eating My Through London’s Borough Market (3)
  • May 2014 (13)
    • 30: Kenya Helicopter Safari (1)
    • 26: A Walk Around London (Photos) (4)
    • 25: 7 Tips On How To Crowdfund Your Travels (8)
    • 23: Imagine California (1)
    • 22: MyTravelMagz: Feature in Your Own Personalized Travel Magazine (1)
    • 21: Can I Get Travel Insurance If I Have A Terminal Illness? (2)
    • 19: Patty & Bun: For Burger Lovers in London (6)
    • 16: The Tropic of Capricorn (1)
    • 12: Ameyayokocho Market: One of Tokyo’s Most Exciting Street Markets (3)
    • 09: Vuelta al Mundo / Scenic World (0)
    • 06: Relaxing in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (2)
    • 03: I Love People: 5,000 Miles, 930 People, 162 Seconds (0)
    • 02: How to Use Your Smartphone in Europe, Without Going Broke! (4)
  • April 2014 (19)
    • 30: Sucre: Bolivia’s Constitutional Capital in Photos (3)
    • 29: Anthem of the Seas: Facts and Figures [Infographic] (2)
    • 28: London’s Saturday Broadway Market (3)
    • 25: Welcome To Doha Timelapse (0)
    • 24: Bolivia’s Cerro Rico and the Silver Mine Tours in Potosí (9)
    • 22: Phnom Penh Travel Guide: Eating, Drinking and Going Out (2)
    • 21: A Day at Honolulu’s Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve (2)
    • 18: The Quiet City: Winter in Paris (2)
    • 17: 13 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Durban (1)
    • 16: Living and Teaching in Phnom Penh, Cambodia (4)
    • 15: Visiting One City is Not the Same as Seeing the United States (2)
    • 14: The Shrimp Trucks on Oahu’s North Shore (3)
    • 07: Senso-ji: Tokyo’s Oldest and Most Significant Temple (2)
    • 06: Last Minute Easter Camping Getaways (3)
    • 04: Online Taxman: The Budget-Friendly Expat Tax Service (0)
    • 03: 5 Top Wine Regions of the World (3)
    • 03: Izakaya in Tokyo: The Basics of Drinking and Eating at Japanese Pubs (6)
    • 02: Top 5 Essentials for Living Home Free (2)
    • 01: See You in Sochi This Summer (5)
  • March 2014 (24)
    • 31: Traveling Iran: Visiting Persepolis, Simin Dasht and the Caspian Sea (8)
    • 30: Escape from Uyuni (1)
    • 29: Journey of Dreams (1)
    • 28: Learning About Tokyo’s History at the Edo-Tokyo Museum (0)
    • 27: Koh Samui: Remembering My First Week on a Thai Island (3)
    • 26: 10 Stunning Landscape Photos from Bolivia (16)
    • 25: How to Experience Japan for Less (8)
    • 24: Clothing Arts Giveaway: Win a Free Pair of Pants and Travel Shirt (59)
    • 23: Nicaragua Travel Tips: Notes from the Road (12)
    • 21: Salar de Uyuni (0)
    • 20: Salar de Uyuni: A Day of Adventure on the World’s Largest Salt Flat (10)
    • 18: Savage Harvest: A Tale of Cannibals, Colonialism, and Michael Rockefeller’s Tragic Quest for Primitive Art (Review) (1)
    • 17: An Australian Winter Holiday is Summer’s Best Kept Secret (2)
    • 14: Day Two in Bolivia: From the Stone Tree to a Salt Hotel (13)
    • 14: Gambia: The Smiling Coast of Africa (0)
    • 11: The Incredible Lagoons and Landscapes of the Bolivian Altiplano (8)
    • 10: Ryogoku: Tokyo’s Sumo Town (4)
    • 07: Gringo Trails (Official Trailer) (1)
    • 06: How to Enjoy the World Cup in Rio de Janeiro (9)
    • 05: Fishing in Wales: 4 Beautiful Places to Cast Your Reel (1)
    • 04: The Best Cities in Northern Europe (6)
    • 03: San Pedro to Uyuni: Booking My Trip to the Bolivian Salt Flats (31)
    • 03: Pick-Pocket Proof Pants by Clothing Arts (Review) (3)
    • 01: A Weekend in the Yarra Valley (2)
  • February 2014 (9)
    • 28: The Ultimate Western Australia Road Trip (0)
    • 28: Mongolia – A Different Time (0)
    • 25: 10 Things You’ll Need to Pack to Get a House for Free While Traveling the World (3)
    • 24: Sights and Sounds of Kuala Lumpur (5)
    • 21: Thailand – In the Garden of the Dragon (0)
    • 17: Visiting Pearl Harbor in Hawaii (2)
    • 10: Hiking the McDowell Mountains in Phoenix (0)
    • 07: Spotlight on Thailand’s Elephant Tourism (2)
    • 06: Fried Chicken and Waffles: Classic American Comfort Food (3)
  • January 2014 (20)
    • 31: Cityscape Chicago (0)
    • 30: Explore Hidden Fiji: The Lau Islands (7)
    • 29: El Salvador Travel Tips: Notes from the Road (5)
    • 28: Honduras Travel Tips: Notes from the Road (5)
    • 27: Sights and Sounds of Delhi, India (Photos) (6)
    • 24: Roatan on Fire (0)
    • 22: Guatemala Travel Tips: Notes from the Road (9)
    • 21: Top 5 Countries for Coffee and Tea Drinking (9)
    • 20: Myanmar: What Not to Worry About When Planning Your Trip (13)
    • 17: My (Almost) Free Australian East Coast Road Trip (1)
    • 17: Afghanistan – Touch Down in Flight (0)
    • 15: How to Travel Norway on a Budget (27)
    • 14: Exploring the Fascinating Sights of Varanasi (3)
    • 13: 5 Outdoor Activities To Do in Dubai (1)
    • 10: The Lion City (0)
    • 08: Kimchi: An Introduction to Eating a Korean Favorite (6)
    • 07: The Magic of an Australian Road Trip (2)
    • 06: How to Backpack Cuba on a Budget (8)
    • 03: Never Go To Thailand (0)
    • 02: Chernboyl: Nuclear Power Plant Tours in Ukraine (2)
  • December 2013 (16)
    • 31: My Travel Year in Review (10)
    • 30: Final Thoughts: Mexico (16)
    • 29: Tulum, Mexico: 24 Hours of Beautiful Beach Views (7)
    • 27: Ten Things We Love About Italy (1)
    • 24: 6 Countries and Many Adventures in 2013 (2)
    • 23: To Nepal With Love: A Travel Guide for the Connoisseur (24)
    • 20: View from the ISS at Night (0)
    • 16: Hiking to the Makapu’u Lighthouse (2)
    • 13: South Brazil (1)
    • 11: Budget Friendly Ways to Get Around Australia (2)
    • 10: Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve (3)
    • 10: Have Your Cake and Eat It in Sorrento (0)
    • 09: Personal Travel Maps: Create Your Own Custom Maps Online (4)
    • 09: Mahachai: One of Thailand’s Largest Seafood Markets (0)
    • 06: Meet the Stans: Skating the Silk Road (2)
    • 02: Cozumel Day Trip: An Afternoon at Playa Palancar (2)
  • November 2013 (22)
    • 29: An Instagram Short Film (0)
    • 28: Hiking Tasmania’s Famous Overland Track (6)
    • 27: Yangshuo: Bike Ride and a Marvelous Chinese Farmer’s Lunch (5)
    • 26: Passports with Purpose 2013: Building Schools in Mali (0)
    • 25: Playa del Carmen: Fish Tacos and First Impressions (14)
    • 22: Varanasi, India: “Beyond” (2)
    • 20: Create Your Own East Coast Road Trip (3)
    • 18: Addis Mercato: The Largest Market in Africa (1)
    • 17: An Exploration of New Zealand’s Coastal Delights (3)
    • 15: Elanguest: Learn English in Malta (2)
    • 15: You’ve Got to Love London (1)
    • 13: Chichen Itza: Photos of Mexico’s Most Famous Mayan Ruins (0)
    • 12: Discover New Ways to Relax in Fiji (5)
    • 12: Adventures in Creel: Off the Beaten Track in Mexico (2)
    • 11: Melbourne in 24 Hours (2)
    • 11: Tanzanian Food: Typical and Traditional Cuisine (10)
    • 08: Visualtraveling – Myanmar (0)
    • 06: Best Things to Do in Majorca (3)
    • 06: Uxmal: Ancient Mayan Ruins South of Merida (1)
    • 05: How to Spend 48 Hours in Toronto (2)
    • 04: The Beauty of Pokhara, Nepal (8)
    • 01: The Killing Season: Motorbike Skate Tour Through Vietnam (1)
  • October 2013 (22)
    • 30: Beyond Bali: 3 Lesser-Known Island Paradises In Indonesia (15)
    • 29: A Festive Tour of Europe’s Best Winter Markets (4)
    • 28: Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek in Nepal (Photos) (6)
    • 27: Two “Must See” Attractions in Downtown Rio de Janeiro (6)
    • 25: Trailer: Camels Are Never Cold (0)
    • 24: Splendour in a Campervan (2)
    • 23: Pista Cláudio Coutinho: A Hidden Treasure Near Sugar Loaf in Rio (0)
    • 23: Thrill Seeker’s Guide to Queenstown (2)
    • 22: Dar Es Salaam Village Museum: A Peek Into the Homes of Tanzania’s Tribes (4)
    • 21: Terror Behind the Walls: The Best Haunted House In America (4)
    • 18: Should Australia Still Be Considered A Value Backpacking Destination? (3)
    • 18: Colombia Timelapse (0)
    • 17: 6 Common Sense Tips for a Successful European Backpacking Trip (3)
    • 16: Top 5 Things to Do in Chengdu, China (1)
    • 15: Travel Frustrations: How to Handle Minor Annoyances on the Road (1)
    • 14: Far From The Bell: A Guide to Unknown Philadelphia Neighborhoods (1)
    • 11: Things to Do in Luquillo, Puerto Rico (1)
    • 10: Project Nuevo Mundo Seeks to Transform Central America (0)
    • 04: Gurus in the Ganges (0)
    • 03: Palenque: Ruins of a Pre-Hispanic Mayan City (3)
    • 02: Enjoying the French Vineyards Backpacker Style (1)
    • 02: Looptail: How One Company Changed the World by Reinventing Business (2)
  • September 2013 (16)
    • 30: Incredible Buildings of Jaipur (7)
    • 27: Surfing in The Maldives (0)
    • 27: Camping and Caravanning in Perth (1)
    • 26: 6 Tips for Caravanning on a Budget (2)
    • 24: 5 European Dream Destinations for 2014 (7)
    • 23: 5 Tips for Taking Better Travel Photos (6)
    • 20: The Moscow Metro (1)
    • 19: Top 3 Things to Do at Chamonix Mont Blanc (0)
    • 18: Hua Hin – A Bangkok Beach Getaway (0)
    • 16: Copper Canyon: Top 5 Adventures in North America’s Largest Canyon (7)
    • 13: Namibian Nights (1)
    • 11: Jantar Mantar: Jaipur’s Sophisticated Astronomical Observatory (2)
    • 09: Cultural Highlights of Rio de Janeiro (1)
    • 06: Visualtraveling – ‘Holy Cow’ (2)
    • 04: Top 5 Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro (9)
    • 02: Top 10 Things to Do in Hong Kong (4)
  • August 2013 (19)
    • 31: September Hiatus (5)
    • 30: One Couch at a Time (Trailer) (2)
    • 30: A Day in Rio de Janeiro: The Wonderful City (4)
    • 26: Fun Things To Do In Juarez: The Unexpected Revelation (22)
    • 24: Exploring Boston: Historic Landmarks and Green Hideaways (2)
    • 23: Made in Iceland (2)
    • 22: Street-Side Hot Pot Dining in Laos (7)
    • 20: Mayan Village Tours in San Cristobal de las Casas (5)
    • 16: Trailer: Into the Mind (1)
    • 16: Tatio Geysers: A High-Altitude Geothermal Adventure (10)
    • 15: Top 10 Things to Do in Oaxaca (6)
    • 13: The Pro’s and Con’s of Various Modes of Transport (4)
    • 12: Ko Kred – A Cultural Island in the Chao Phraya (2)
    • 09: Burning Man: Rites of Passage – Night (3)
    • 07: Salar de Tara: Landscapes of the Atacama Desert (15)
    • 06: A Taste of Oaxaca (4)
    • 05: The Beauty and Culture of Kathmandu (4)
    • 02: 5 Classic Summer Experiences in New York City (7)
    • 02: Burning Man: Rites of Passage – Day (0)
  • July 2013 (24)
    • 31: Beauty on the Cheap: Your Guide to Seeing Maui on a Budget (8)
    • 30: Andy, and the American Southwest (10)
    • 29: Dropped in Morocco (5)
    • 27: Belarus: One Day in the Life (0)
    • 26: Haida Gwaii: A Dream Fishing Destination (0)
    • 25: Heineken’s “Departure Roulette” Challenges Travelers to Step Into the Unknown (3)
    • 25: The Ultimate Camping Trip Along Australia’s East Coast (3)
    • 24: Planning the Perfect New South Wales Wine Trip (2)
    • 23: Love With a Chance of Drowning (Review) (6)
    • 23: Camping in the Snowy Mountains, Australia (1)
    • 22: The Road to Halabja Part VIII – Iraqi Road Trip (0)
    • 22: Top 5 Places to Go Skiing in New Zealand (0)
    • 19: Backpacking Solo – Where to Go and How to Prepare (3)
    • 19: A Taste of Vietnam (0)
    • 15: The Road to Halabja Part VII – A True Muslim (0)
    • 12: In South America (3)
    • 09: Sandboarding San Pedro de Atacama (8)
    • 08: Lucha Libre: Monday Night Mexican Wrestling in Puebla (1)
    • 05: Atacama Starry Nights: Episode I (0)
    • 04: Introduction to San Pedro de Atacama (5)
    • 03: How to Stay Safe While Backpacking the World (4)
    • 02: Teotihuacan: The Ancient Pyramids of a Lost Civilization (8)
    • 01: The Dubai Art Scene (15)
    • 01: Historical Relaxation at The Old Wailuku Inn (2)
  • June 2013 (24)
    • 28: Haleakala, “The House of the Sun” (0)
    • 26: Flying from Santiago to San Pedro de Atacama (12)
    • 25: Chilling With George Kahumoku Jr and the Slack Key Show (1)
    • 24: Dear Google RSS Readers (0)
    • 24: Intramuros – The Colonial Historical Area of Manila (2)
    • 21: Mt. Everest Time Lapse (1)
    • 19: 5 Adrenaline-Filled Adventures in Maui (19)
    • 18: Impressions of Hong Kong (3)
    • 17: Niagara Falls From Every Angle (11)
    • 17: Tell It On The Mountain Giveaway (0)
    • 14: Parahawking in Nepal (2)
    • 13: Casa Azul: The Former Home and Studio of Frida Kahlo (3)
    • 12: Visiting Hanoi’s Temple of Literature (7)
    • 11: Swimming with Dolphins in Cancun (4)
    • 10: Exotic Rides Cancun: Racing a Ferrari F430 (0)
    • 09: Backpacking in the Snowy Mountains (3)
    • 08: The 2013 Garuda Indonesia World Photo Contest (3)
    • 08: Transport Options to Queenstown (0)
    • 07: Pujol Restaurant Review: The Best Mexican Food on the Planet (8)
    • 07: Night Visions – Made in Japan (0)
    • 06: Walking Tour of Mexico City’s Historic Center (5)
    • 05: The Time I was Ripped Off By a Taxi in Mexico City (11)
    • 05: Snorkeling with Whale Sharks in Cancun (11)
    • 04: Jalan Alor – Marmite Frog and Crab in Kuala Lumpur (2)
  • May 2013 (25)
    • 31: Rapa Nui – Easter Island Adventure (0)
    • 29: Architect Luis Barragán’s House and Studio (0)
    • 28: The Central Campus at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) (0)
    • 28: Dal Bhat: What You’ll Be Eating in Nepal (12)
    • 27: Tequila Tour: Agave Landscape and the Industrial Facilities of Tequila (2)
    • 27: Sale: 35% Off Premium Membership to Travel Blog Success (2)
    • 26: Hospicio Cabañas, and the Murals of José Clemente Orozco (0)
    • 26: Scenes from Guadalajara’s Historic City Center (5)
    • 24: The Varied Architecture of Malta (0)
    • 24: Driven to Explore (1)
    • 23: A Weekend in Valparaíso, Chile (1)
    • 22: San Pancho Beach (aka San Francisco Beach) (2)
    • 21: Sayulita Beach (0)
    • 20: Qutub Minar – The Tallest Minaret in India (4)
    • 17: Bengali Seafood Feast in India (1)
    • 16: A Quick Travel Guide to Tanzania (0)
    • 15: Where to Stay in Barcelona: The 5 Best Neighbourhoods (1)
    • 14: Accor Hotels Site Review (0)
    • 13: Introduction to North Indian Food (1)
    • 10: Traditional Foods of Tunisia (3)
    • 08: Puerto Vallarta: My First Taste of Mexico (3)
    • 07: Gangaramaya Temple: Colombo’s Museum of Relics (5)
    • 06: Concha y Toro Wine Tasting and Tour (2)
    • 03: Holiday in Columbo: The 5 Must-See Sights of Sri Lanka’s Capital City (0)
    • 03: Into the Jungle: Six Days in the Amazon (0)
  • April 2013 (15)
    • 30: Top 10 Things to Do in Santiago (10)
    • 29: 24 Hours in Bratislava, Eurotrip Edition (10)
    • 26: The San Francisco Bay Area in 4K (1)
    • 24: Final Thoughts: Argentina (9)
    • 23: Top 10 Things to Do in Vienna (3)
    • 22: Day Trip to Kolkata’s Belur Math and Dakshineswar Kali Temple (4)
    • 19: Tel Aviv in 106 Seconds (0)
    • 15: Peaceful Beauty of Gangtok, India (5)
    • 12: The Great India Adventure (5)
    • 10: A History of Mardi Gras, Then (1856) and Now (2013) (5)
    • 08: Siriraj Medical Museum: Bangkok’s Freaky Medical Museum (4)
    • 05: Roadtrip Uruguay (1)
    • 04: The Scenic Bus Ride from Mendoza to Santiago (32)
    • 03: Mexico Ancient Civilizations Tour with G Adventures (16)
    • 01: Jaipur: The Pink City (5)
  • March 2013 (20)
    • 29: The Great Convergence (0)
    • 28: Scenes from Cordoba, Argentina (7)
    • 27: Panama Canal: Day Trip to the Miraflores Locks (4)
    • 26: Why do Flight Prices Change? (3)
    • 25: Photos Essay: The Incredible Agra Fort (2)
    • 22: Greek Landscapes in Motion (0)
    • 21: Top 10 Things to Do in Brno (Czech Republic) (3)
    • 19: Che Guevara’s House in Alta Gracia (1)
    • 18: Kuala Lumpur’s Central Chow Kit Market (2)
    • 15: Himalayas HDR Timelapse (0)
    • 14: Top 5 Things to Do in Dresden (11)
    • 13: Beaches of Uruguay: Traveling the Coast in Search of Paradise (7)
    • 11: A Historical Walk Through Kuala Lumpur (4)
    • 08: The Many Benefits of Eco-Tourism (0)
    • 08: Argentina (2)
    • 06: The Medellín Travel Guide (6)
    • 05: Lagoons and Lakes Around Turkey’s Turquoise Coast (1)
    • 05: Hukilau Cafe – Hawaiian Comfort Food in the Neighborhood (7)
    • 04: 5 Ways To Sleep For Free In Europe (5)
    • 01: A Few Weeks in Peru (1)
  • February 2013 (19)
    • 27: Bangkok’s 3 Headed Elephant – Erawan Museum (0)
    • 26: How To Enter Israel Without Being Detained (3)
    • 25: How to Enjoy London Theater on a Budget (0)
    • 23: Mission Antarctic (0)
    • 22: The Gathering: Ireland Opens Its Arms in a New and Novel Way (3)
    • 21: Gambia: Affordable Adventure on the West African Coast (1)
    • 21: Tibetan Ranka Monastery in Sikkim, India (3)
    • 20: How to Plan a Ski Trip on a Backpacker’s Budget (2)
    • 20: Las Vegas Dig This: The Best Sober and Oddball Tourist Attraction in Vegas (4)
    • 19: 7 Ways To Stay Safe In Africa (8)
    • 18: How to Travel the World on $50 a Day (Review) (2)
    • 15: 12 Long Walks (0)
    • 12: Coming Home After A Year Abroad At 16 (2)
    • 11: 5 Asian Noodle Dishes You’ll Never Want to Stop Slurping (5)
    • 08: A Story for Tomorrow (0)
    • 05: Flightfox Review: Save Big Money By Outsourcing Your Flight Searches (3)
    • 04: Visiting Mother Teresa’s House in Kolkata (3)
    • 03: Top 5 Beaches in Europe (9)
    • 01: Urban Side (Paragliding) (2)
  • January 2013 (20)
    • 30: How to Learn Tango in Buenos Aires (4)
    • 28: Art in Paradise: A Thai Cultural Experience in Pattaya (6)
    • 25: The Mountain (3)
    • 23: Catalan Cuisine: An Introduction to Food in Costa Brava (5)
    • 22: Caerphilly Castle: The Largest Castle in Wales (5)
    • 21: The Ultimate Train Challenge (2)
    • 21: Napa Valley Wine Train: The Ultimate Food & Wine Experience on Wheels (3)
    • 18: The City of Samba (1)
    • 17: Discovering Cardiff: Cafes, Castles, and Covered Arcades (2)
    • 15: Eurail Cost Comparison: How Much Money Can You Save? (8)
    • 15: 5 Beautiful Landscapes Around the World (6)
    • 14: Why is Hawaii So Passionate About SPAM? (2)
    • 11: Live the Language – Barcelona (3)
    • 10: Tossa de Mar: Scenes from a Beach Town in Costa Brava (13)
    • 08: Photo Essay: Bangkok’s Antique Train Market (5)
    • 07: Announcing a New and Improved Travel Blog Success (0)
    • 05: Ladakh (4)
    • 04: My Travel Year in Review: Europe & Asia 2012 (8)
    • 03: My Travel Year in Review: South America, 2012 (9)
    • 02: 5 Countries for Seafood Lovers (13)
  • December 2012 (19)
    • 29: Two Minutes of India (1)
    • 28: Top 5 Reasons to Travel by Bike (10)
    • 27: The Most Popular Posts of 2012 (3)
    • 24: Is It Always Worth It To Visit An Attraction? (3)
    • 23: Britain’s Best Beaches (4)
    • 22: Sierra Leone 2012 (0)
    • 21: Driving a Ferrari in the French Riviera (3)
    • 20: How to Enjoy Downtown Napa (2)
    • 17: Photo Essay: Thailand’s Royal Barge Procession (0)
    • 16: Travel Blog Success: Stephen Bugno of Bohemian Traveler (2)
    • 14: Autumn in Fukui, Japan (0)
    • 13: Walking Berlin: First Impressions of the German Capital (3)
    • 13: Graffiti Tour in Buenos Aires (8)
    • 11: Hit the High Road to the Scottish Highlands (2)
    • 10: The Annual Nakhom Pathom Temple Festival (2)
    • 07: Christmas in Barcelona (2)
    • 05: Waving Goodbye to Brooke Schoenman (3)
    • 04: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the First Time (5)
    • 03: Photo Essay: Relaxing in the Countryside of Northern Thailand (5)
  • November 2012 (28)
    • 30: 4 Quirky Christmas Getaways (7)
    • 30: Top 5 Things to Do in Indonesia (Video) (2)
    • 29: Experiencing Bali, Then and Now (5)
    • 29: Top Places to See Australian Native Animals in Natural Habitats (5)
    • 28: Pink Beach: Sunbathing and Snorkeling on Komodo Island (13)
    • 28: Passports with Purpose: Haiti 2012 (0)
    • 27: Wild Orangutans in Borneo (Video) (0)
    • 27: How to Enjoy Winter in Portugal (6)
    • 26: Komodo National Park: Face to Face with Komodo Dragons in the Wild (8)
    • 25: Backpacking the Turks and Caicos (2)
    • 23: This Weekend Only: Save 50% Off Travel Blog Success Memberships (0)
    • 22: Giving Thanks (2)
    • 21: Safestay Hostel Review: London’s Newest Budget Accommodations (6)
    • 20: The 5 Best Markets in Southeast Asia (7)
    • 19: 7 Reasons Italy is Better Traveled as a Couple (8)
    • 18: Burricleta: Do the Electric Bike Ride in Costa Brava (3)
    • 17: Backpacking Bulgaria: The Hidden Jewel of Europe (3)
    • 16: Mount Bromo: Waking for Sunrise, and Hiking the Crater (11)
    • 14: 4 Tips for Surviving the Holidays as an Expat (1)
    • 13: The Most Exciting Sporting Events on the Canary Islands (3)
    • 13: Gudeg Yu Djum: Inside the Kitchen of a Famous Yogyakarta Restaurant (7)
    • 12: Batu Caves: The Most Sacred Hindu Temple in Malaysia (3)
    • 09: Borobudur Temple: The World’s Largest Buddhist Monument (5)
    • 07: Before a Working Holiday in Oz: Top Concerns with Advice (2)
    • 06: Thai Vegetarian Festival 2012: White Clothes, Flaming Torches, and Delicious Snacks (1)
    • 05: Camp Leakey, and the Effort to Save Borneo’s Endangered Orangutans (0)
    • 02: A Day in Venice (2)
    • 01: Witnessing the Northern Lights in Iceland (4)
  • October 2012 (20)
    • 31: Photo Essay: The Many Faces of Sweet Hope (7)
    • 30: Orangutans in Borneo: Discovering Tanjung Puting National Park (4)
    • 29: Flying Business Class on Qatar Airways (15)
    • 27: Go Goa: Experience a Cultural Christmas Like No Other (8)
    • 26: The Salvador Dalí Museum in Figueres (0)
    • 25: The Longest Way Home by Andrew McCarthy (5)
    • 24: Travel as Contact Sport (2)
    • 23: Win A Free Trip to Komodo National Park (Airfare Included) (2)
    • 23: Top 5 Things to Do in Reykjavik (2)
    • 22: The Golden Circle: Þingvellir Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and the Geysers (1)
    • 22: Why a Holiday Cottage Beats a Hotel Every Time (0)
    • 19: The True South (0)
    • 12: Diving in Vanuatu (0)
    • 08: San Pedro Prison, and My Review of Marching Powder (0)
    • 05: Greek Landscapes in Motion (0)
    • 04: Oktoberfest Guide: How to Crash the World’s Largest Party (13)
    • 03: Coming Soon: The Indonesia Trip (10)
    • 02: The Blue Lagoon in Iceland (14)
    • 01: Review: TBEX in Costa Brava (6)
    • 01: Play Agent-UK for the Chance to Win A Trip to London (0)
  • September 2012 (22)
    • 29: Returning to Great Britain (6)
    • 28: San Andrés – Colombia (1)
    • 26: Sagada: An Unbelivable Place in the Philippines (5)
    • 25: 8 Reasons to Ride the Trans-Siberian Railway (9)
    • 24: Hiking and Ice Climbing Sólheimajökull Glacier (3)
    • 21: Trailer: European Outdoor Film Tour (0)
    • 20: WeHostels App Review: Hostel Booking Goes Social (1)
    • 19: Escaping to Sri Lanka and Meet, Plan, Go (1)
    • 18: Au Pair Abroad: 4 Stories of Travel and Cultural Immersion (1)
    • 17: The Exquisite Kota Kinabalu Night Market (1)
    • 17: This Week: Save 35% on Travel Blog Success Memberships (0)
    • 15: How to Have a Relaxing Weekend in Madrid (5)
    • 14: 3rd Munich Surf & Skate Festival (0)
    • 12: 48 Hours in Miami (4)
    • 11: Hostel Living 101 (5)
    • 11: 5 Fun Ways to Explore Sydney (4)
    • 10: Photo Essay: Hwaseong Fortress in South Korea (3)
    • 07: Norway (2)
    • 06: 5 Alternatives to the Parillas in Palermo (4)
    • 05: Partnering with Eurail.com (5)
    • 04: 5 of the Best Countries for Vegetarians (6)
    • 03: Top Attractions in Çanakkale, Turkey (4)
  • August 2012 (25)
    • 31: Moments in China (3)
    • 30: 5 Key Health and Safety Travel Tips (5)
    • 29: The 5 Best, Little-Known Places to Visit in Bali (22)
    • 28: Wat Arun – A Visit to Bangkok’s Temple of Dawn (1)
    • 27: Basic Tips for the First Time Traveler to China (12)
    • 24: Keep Discovering Chile (1)
    • 23: Why I Traded My Backpack for Wheeled Luggage (43)
    • 22: 5 Countries for Meat Lovers (14)
    • 21: Cool in Cambodia (0)
    • 21: Fall Travel Update (8)
    • 20: The MBK Shopping Mall in Bangkok: Long Layover Heaven (4)
    • 17: The Wireless Generation (7)
    • 16: 5 Must-Visit Museums in Bruges (2)
    • 16: Adventure Capitalist Book Review (0)
    • 15: A Day Tour of Hanoi, Vietnam (3)
    • 14: Photo Essay: Wildlife in the Tambopata National Reserve (5)
    • 13: The Truth About Deadly Animals in Australia (23)
    • 10: Istanbul Night and Day (0)
    • 09: Inside Refugio Amazonas and the Tambopata Research Center (4)
    • 08: Exploring Olkhon Island on Lake Baikal (5)
    • 07: How to Bargain for Souvenirs in 6 Easy Steps (2)
    • 06: Summer Giveaway: Win a Free Flight or iPad 3 (347)
    • 03: Jember Fashion Carnaval 2012 (0)
    • 02: Perhentian Islands Travel Guide (4)
    • 01: Top 5 Wildlife Moments In Peru’s Amazon Basin (7)
  • July 2012 (18)
    • 31: 5 Budget-Friendly Things To Do in Edinburgh (2)
    • 30: Photo Essay: The Not So Touristy Town of Sanjiang, China (3)
    • 27: Cartagena Beats (0)
    • 23: 5 Gorgeous Islands of the South Pacific (9)
    • 23: The White Nights of St. Petersburg (2)
    • 20: Madrid for Foodies (7)
    • 20: Shangri-la in Yunnan, China (0)
    • 19: 6 Fun Cities to Explore on an Asian Cruise (5)
    • 18: Adventure Activities in Kyrgyzstan (1)
    • 17: How to Meet and Connect with Others When You Travel (8)
    • 16: North Yorkshire Road Trip (0)
    • 16: Jaguars and Thunderstorms on the Tambopata River (9)
    • 13: Atacama (3)
    • 10: Photo Essay: Journey to Very North of Sri Lanka (8)
    • 09: Couples Travel: 5 Lessons Learned (12)
    • 06: Bonsai Burma (Mini Myanmar) (2)
    • 03: A Trip To Thailand’s Antique Sam Chuk Market (10)
    • 02: Is ESL Teaching Right for You? (3)
  • June 2012 (22)
    • 29: A Glimpse of India (7)
    • 28: 5 Classic Ways To Travel In The UK (2)
    • 26: Glorious Fresh Chinese Noodles (2)
    • 25: 5 Travel Hot Spots in Western China (4)
    • 22: Top 5 Budget Travel Activities in Virginia (3)
    • 22: Travelling Sri Lanka (5)
    • 22: 3 Days in Angkor Wat, Cambodia (0)
    • 21: Packing List for the Amazon Jungle (11)
    • 20: 7 Thrilling Adventures on the Island of Majorca (0)
    • 19: A Traditional Korean Feast in Seoul, South Korea (6)
    • 18: 5 Simple Ways to Pack Your Backpack Lighter (11)
    • 15: Auschwitz – Be a Witness (1)
    • 14: Photo Essay: Visiting Seoul, South Korea (1)
    • 13: How to Get Around Kyrgyzstan: The Real Adventure (0)
    • 12: Nomadic Samuel: From Zero to $6,000 in Under 12 Months (28)
    • 11: 3 Simple Flight Comparison Tips for Finding Cheaper Flights (2)
    • 11: Independence Sale: 35% Off Travel Blog Success Memberships (0)
    • 08: Qatar (0)
    • 06: 3 Popular Hikes on Oahu (0)
    • 05: Extra Items in a Female Traveler’s Toiletry and Medical Kit (7)
    • 04: The Best Parillas in Buenos Aires (8)
    • 01: Trailer: I’m Fine, Thanks (0)
  • May 2012 (24)
    • 31: Getting Around Bangkok: The 5 Main Modes of Transportation (6)
    • 30: Bicycle Wine Tour in Mendoza (4)
    • 29: Kashgar’s Sunday Attractions: The Famous Bazaar and Animal Market (3)
    • 28: Going to a Boca Juniors Game (6)
    • 27: Disney World & Universal Studios: Fun For All Ages (2)
    • 25: Touch Russia (0)
    • 24: Is Technology Good or Bad for Traveling? (2)
    • 23: Hiking the Himalayas (1)
    • 23: A Walk Through Seoul’s Bukchon Hanok Traditional Village (2)
    • 22: Let’s Go Backpacking in the Peruvian Amazon (0)
    • 21: Falling in Love with Cappadocia (5)
    • 18: The 4 Most Anticipated Festivals in Thailand (0)
    • 18: Kings of South Georgia (0)
    • 16: Flames of the Forest: A Must Splurge for Far North Queensland (1)
    • 15: Final Thoughts: Patagonia (11)
    • 14: 5 of the Tastiest Hawaiian Fusion Foods (6)
    • 11: Iguazu Falls & Esteros de Ibera (0)
    • 10: Meet Christian, Our Guide Through Patagonia (1)
    • 08: How Much Travel Planning is Needed for a Successful Trip? (9)
    • 07: 4 Hurdles to Overcome When Planning a Trans-Mongolian Train Journey (2)
    • 04: La Boca in Buenos Aires (0)
    • 03: Photo Essay: Seoul’s Noryangjin Fish Market (11)
    • 02: 7 Reasons to Travel as a Couple (vs. Going Solo) (17)
    • 01: Why Nicaragua Is the Next Costa Rica (and How to Take Advantage Of It) (10)
  • April 2012 (28)
    • 30: 10 Famous Prisons Around the World (4)
    • 27: Toy Thailand (0)
    • 25: 5 Ways to Escape London for a Relaxing Getaway (3)
    • 24: Tips for Choosing a Language School Abroad (1)
    • 23: 7 Ways to Avoid Getting Sick from Street Food (4)
    • 20: Patagonia (2)
    • 19: Scenic Flight Over Ushuaia (3)
    • 18: Cormorants in the Beagle Channel (1)
    • 17: Review: Two Wheels and Rice Fields (The Ultimate Guide to Motorbiking Vietnam) (2)
    • 16: 5 Ukrainian Cities Worth a Visit (8)
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    • 14: Make It Count (1)
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    • 09: A Woman’s Guide to Using Squat Toilets (29)
    • 08: The Three Towers at Torres del Paine National Park (2)
    • 07: Jellyfish Lake – Palau (0)
    • 06: 9 Ways to Save Money When You Travel (4)
    • 05: Titanic Belfast Festival 2012 (1)
    • 05: Refueling the Bus (En Route from Argentina to Chile) (1)
    • 04: Tango Porteño Review (2)
    • 04: Photo Essay: The Beauty of Oahu Island (0)
    • 03: Can You Travel Australia on a Budget? (13)
    • 02: Perito Moreno Glacier (15)
    • 02: Review: Travel Deals with Air Canada Vacations (0)
    • 01: Why I’m Going Back to Peru (20)
  • March 2012 (25)
    • 31: Surprise Ending on Viedma Glacier (0)
    • 31: An Iceberg Adrift (0)
    • 30: Traffic in Frenetic Ho Chi Minh City (2)
    • 29: Ice Climbing in Patagonia (19)
    • 28: 10 Things That Will Make You Think of Britain (1)
    • 28: Photo Essay: Day Trip to Galle, Sri Lanka (2)
    • 27: Birth Control Options for Female Travelers (18)
    • 26: My First 24 Hours in Buenos Aires (16)
    • 25: Aquavit Hotel in Asia, Peru (0)
    • 24: Introducing China Tours (0)
    • 23: Midnight Sun – Iceland (0)
    • 22: Peru Highlights: My First 5 Months (5)
    • 21: Lake Issyk-Kul: A Kyrgyz Summer Holiday Retreat (3)
    • 20: Top 10 Things to Do in Paris (7)
    • 19: 5 Fascinating Historical Sites in Southeast Asia (6)
    • 18: The Washington Monument Surrounded by Cherry Blossoms (0)
    • 16: TimeScapes: Rapture (0)
    • 15: National Cherry Blossom Festival (2)
    • 14: A Tour of an Ancient Chinese Village (and How It’s Changing) (4)
    • 12: 6 Unique Ways to Experience the Australian Outback (1)
    • 09: Yosemite HD (3)
    • 07: Dining at the Night Market in Zanzibar (7)
    • 05: Traveling as an Archaeological Dig Volunteer (5)
    • 03: Packing List for a Trip to Patagonia (3)
    • 02: Venecia – 48 Shots on a Mobile Phone (1)
  • February 2012 (24)
    • 29: The Best Outdoor Activities in Peru (6)
    • 28: Hiking the Havasupai Trail to Havasu Falls (3)
    • 27: 7 Alternative Travel Ideas (13)
    • 24: Saudi Arabia (0)
    • 23: My Patagonia Trip Itinerary (and Poll) (23)
    • 22: 2012 ISA World Stand Up Paddle and Paddleboard Championship (0)
    • 21: Food in Kyrgyzstan: 5 Delightful Dishes (7)
    • 20: 7 Ways to Be an Ultra-Productive Travel Blogger (14)
    • 19: Colombia’s Old World Charm (1)
    • 17: Reunion Island (1)
    • 14: 5 Destinations For Hot Guys Around the World (28)
    • 13: Exploring Kandy, Sri Lanka (6)
    • 12: Daily Life in Jardin, Colombia (0)
    • 11: 5 Outdoor Things To Do in Myrtle Beach (1)
    • 10: Istanbul Night and Day (3)
    • 09: Sichuan’s Spicy Pork Dumplings (0)
    • 08: Malaria Prevention Tips (4)
    • 07: 5 Incredibly Relaxing Destinations in Southeast Asia (11)
    • 06: Introducing the Indie Travel Manifesto (1)
    • 06: How to Prepare for a Cross-Country Train Trip in Australia (2)
    • 05: My First Meal in Hong Kong (4)
    • 03: Lost in Delhi (0)
    • 02: What’s Butterbeer? (5)
    • 01: When Dreams Become Reality (23)
  • January 2012 (30)
    • 31: Stairway to Nowhere at the Dali Museum (2)
    • 30: Astrid and Gastón: The High Art of Peruvian Cuisine (6)
    • 29: View of the Himalaya from Pokhara, Nepal (5)
    • 28: Urban Tranquility: Abu Dhabi, UAE (0)
    • 27: Alpacas: Cute, Soft, and Delicious (1)
    • 26: Durian (3)
    • 25: 5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Becoming an Expat in Australia (47)
    • 24: Melbourne Skyline (2)
    • 23: 5 Must See Floating Markets in Thailand (24)
    • 22: Churros for Sale (2)
    • 20: Earth: Time Lapse View from Space (0)
    • 19: The Not So Itsy-Bitsy Spider of Brisbane (3)
    • 17: Zanzibar’s Prison Island (3)
    • 16: 7 Reasons to Visit Kyrgyzstan (18)
    • 15: The Most Colorful Tuk-Tuk in Vientiane (6)
    • 13: Antarctica: Below Zero (2)
    • 12: Modern Architecture on Hong Kong Island (3)
    • 11: Adventures in Egypt’s Siwa Oasis (6)
    • 10: Small Group Tours with Travel Indochina (1)
    • 10: 11 Quick Ways to Feel Feminine on the Road (11)
    • 09: Australian Traveller Magazine (1)
    • 09: Run DMZ: A Visit to the Most Dangerous Place on Earth (5)
    • 08: Bondi Beach Graffiti (1)
    • 07: Speeding Around The World in Under 5 Minutes (1)
    • 06: 10 Delicious Food Photos from a Tasty Year of Travel (3)
    • 05: Let’s Go Backpacking in Patagonia (15)
    • 04: Machu Picchu in Pictures (36)
    • 03: Getting to Know Brooke Schoenman (12)
    • 02: The Salkantay Trek to Machu Picchu (72)
    • 01: Plaza de Armas in Cusco (0)
  • December 2011 (29)
    • 31: Jaw-Dropping Adrenaline Sports Video (2)
    • 30: The Most Popular Photos of 2011 (0)
    • 29: Go Backpacking: The Most Popular Posts of 2011 (2)
    • 28: My Travel & Business Year in Review (5)
    • 26: 5 Outdoor Adventures Around Guilin, China (2)
    • 25: Christmas in Colombia (3)
    • 23: Christmas Markets in Vienna (2)
    • 22: The Flower-Filled Entrance to Museo Larco (1)
    • 20: Photo Essay: Sights of Colombo, Sri Lanka (4)
    • 18: Holiday Sale: 35% Off Travel Blog Success Memberships (0)
    • 18: Renting Apartments in Lima (0)
    • 18: Pastoruri Glacier: Journey to 5,000 Meters (6)
    • 17: Scenes from Venezuela (0)
    • 16: A “Day of the Dead” Visit to Huascaran, Peru’s Tallest Mountain (4)
    • 15: 10 Famous Beer Breweries to Visit Around the World (7)
    • 15: Colorful Trujillo (1)
    • 14: Joining the Society of American Travel Writers (11)
    • 14: Chan Chan: The Largest, Most Boring Pre-Columbian City in South America (0)
    • 13: Moche Ruins: Huaca de la Luna y Huaca del Sol (1)
    • 12: Hiking the Longsheng Rice Terraces of China (3)
    • 11: Gocta Cataracts: The World’s 3rd Tallest Waterfall (2)
    • 10: Apocalypse Later (0)
    • 09: Kuelap: Fortress Ruins in Northern Peru (7)
    • 08: The Main Plaza in Chachapoyas (0)
    • 07: Visiting Bangkok’s Thrilling Chinatown (1)
    • 06: Passports with Purpose: Zambia 2011 (3)
    • 04: Backpacking in Laos (0)
    • 02: Faces of Istanbul (1)
    • 01: Can You Name this Pedestrian Walkway? (7)
  • November 2011 (29)
    • 28: Travel in Sri Lanka: What To Expect (26)
    • 27: Sunrise in the Okavango Delta (7)
    • 26: Serifos, Greece (0)
    • 25: Top 3 Architectural Highlights of Rome (1)
    • 24: The Iguana Park in Guayaquil (3)
    • 24: Happy Thanksgiving from Peru (5)
    • 23: Getting to Know Dublin, One Village at a Time (0)
    • 22: 10 Must-See Destinations for Backpackers in Southeast Asia (36)
    • 21: Update on the Flood in Bangkok (0)
    • 20: Sichuan Opera (0)
    • 18: Stunning American Landscapes (0)
    • 17: Portrait of a Man in Jardin, Colombia (0)
    • 16: An Introduction to Only Apartments (0)
    • 15: Siargao Island: Not Your Typical Surfer’s Paradise (14)
    • 14: The Sandwich in Laos That’s Worthy of a Pilgrimage (13)
    • 13: Feluccas on the Nile River (2)
    • 12: Short Term Apartment Rentals with Wimdu (Part 2) (0)
    • 11: Mediterraneo (0)
    • 10: Photo Essay: Inspirational Beauty of Yangshuo, China (14)
    • 09: 10 Must See Destinations For Backpackers in Europe (5)
    • 08: Vilcabamba to Chachapoyas: The Quiet Ecuador / Peru Border Crossing (9)
    • 07: La Vaca Loca de Vilcabamba (2)
    • 06: Winter in Paris (3)
    • 05: The Beat of New York (0)
    • 04: How to Spend 24 Hours in Guayaquil (6)
    • 03: Renting Short Term Apartments with Wimdu (19)
    • 03: Can You Name This Building? (9)
    • 02: Decadent Dining at Tiesto’s Restaurant (5)
    • 01: Hiking El Cajas National Park (3)
  • October 2011 (29)
    • 31: Falling for Cuenca (8)
    • 30: Gaugin & Pizza in French Polynesia (1)
    • 29: Trans Siberian Railway (3)
    • 28: How to Enjoy the Fall Foliage in the USA (3)
    • 27: Warning Signs in Nara Park, Japan (2)
    • 26: Enjoying Montanita: Ecuador’s Surf & Hippie Hangout (23)
    • 25: Eating Cuy (Guinea Pig) (9)
    • 24: 10 Mouthwatering National Dishes from Southeast Asia (8)
    • 23: Green Beetle (0)
    • 22: Ambiance Mongole (1)
    • 21: Guinness, My Goodness (5)
    • 20: Bridge in Southern Laos (3)
    • 19: Top 5 Ways to Get Wet & Wild in Banos (0)
    • 18: 7 Safety Tips for Riding the Buses in Ecuador (29)
    • 17: What’s In Your Backpack? @Migrationology Edition (14)
    • 16: South African Supermarket (4)
    • 15: Underwater in The Maldives (1)
    • 14: Losing My Travel Training Wheels in Florence (2)
    • 13: Pha That Luang Stupa in Vientiane (4)
    • 12: VisaHQ: Online Travel Visa & Passport Services (0)
    • 11: Packing List for the Galapagos Islands (4)
    • 10: An Overview of Thailand’s Vegetarian Festival (11)
    • 09: Bartolome Island: Sunset Over a Martian Landscape (2)
    • 07: Travel Deeper with Tourist 2 Townie (0)
    • 06: Frigate Birds (in Heat) on North Seymour Island (2)
    • 05: Experiencing Paris, Then and Now (3)
    • 04: 5 Lesser Known Museums in London (1)
    • 03: The Mixed Scene of a Tour to Halong Bay (10)
    • 02: Giant Land Tortoise (1)
  • September 2011 (32)
    • 30: Kashmir – A Skier’s Journey (0)
    • 29: Galapagos Penguins & White Tip Reef Sharks at Las Tintoreras (5)
    • 28: The New GoBackpacking.com (31)
    • 27: A Mix of Mouth Watering Seafood in Barcelona (2)
    • 26: Surfing Safari: Hawaii, Costa Rica, & Australia (2)
    • 25: 4 Ways to Be a Savvy Backpacker in Paris (4)
    • 24: Thoughts of Italy in 2012 (7)
    • 23: Floreana Island: Snorkeling Devil’s Crown & Post Office Bay (0)
    • 22: Polar Cerveza: Made in Venezuela (0)
    • 21: 6 Quick Travel Tips for a Smooth Holiday in Berlin (2)
    • 21: The Love Lives of Blue Footed Boobies (1)
    • 20: Swimming with Sea Lions in Gardner Bay (0)
    • 19: 11 Delicious Thai Dishes You Might Not Know About (10)
    • 18: The Grand 35% Off TBS Birthday Sale (0)
    • 18: Rebel Without A Cause (0)
    • 17: Video of the Galapagos Islands (0)
    • 16: Tortuga Bay: Killing Time in the Galapagos (2)
    • 15: Photo Essay: Faces of Malaysia (23)
    • 14: A False Start Aboard the Eden Yacht (2)
    • 13: How to Book a Last Minute Cruise to the Galapagos Islands (77)
    • 12: Daily Life in Yangon Burma (3)
    • 11: Parisian Pastries & Tarts (4)
    • 10: Cottonwood Lakes to Mt. Whitney (1)
    • 09: Riding the Quito Teleferico & Climbing Pichincha Volcano (19)
    • 08: Only in Colombia: The Bottle Cap Music Maker (9)
    • 07: Mountain Biking Cotapaxi Volcano (22)
    • 06: Mitad del Mundo: Visiting the Equator in Quito (17)
    • 05: Rome: From a Blind Person’s Perspective (7)
    • 04: Hippo Skull in the Okavango Delta (1)
    • 03: MOVE (0)
    • 02: Walking the Historic Center of Quito, Ecuador (4)
    • 01: The Snow Monkey Taxi of Nagano, Japan (1)
  • August 2011 (22)
    • 31: AeroGal – Flying Aerolineas Galapagos (0)
    • 30: There’s No Place Like Home (9)
    • 29: Day Trips to Mexico: For the Food & Camradierie (3)
    • 28: Photo Favorite: Working Lunch in Tilburg (0)
    • 26: The Magic Bus (0)
    • 25: Meet Plan Go 2011 (0)
    • 25: Photo Favorite: Blue Door in Rwanda (2)
    • 24: Cabo de la Vela: 24 Hours in Paradise (7)
    • 23: How to Enjoy Stone Town, Zanzibar (5)
    • 22: Out of Office: I’m Cruising Around the Galapagos Islands (2)
    • 21: Photo Favorite: Soccer in France (6)
    • 19: Hayaku: A Time Lapse Journey Through Japan (0)
    • 18: Photo Favorite: Shots of Absinthe (5)
    • 16: La Guajira Peninsula: Desert Landscapes in Northern Colombia (4)
    • 15: Where’s Dave? A Travel Update (37)
    • 14: Photo Favorite: Santa Monica Pier (0)
    • 12: Bat Country (0)
    • 11: Photo Favorite: Snacks on Ethiopian Airlines (7)
    • 08: The Perfect Cup of Coffee in Vietnam (22)
    • 05: Dance Like No One Is Watching! (4)
    • 04: Photo Favorite: Santa Fe de Antioquia (1)
    • 01: Visiting Selous Game Reserve in Tanzania (14)
  • July 2011 (24)
    • 31: Photo Favorite: Bungy Jumping in Queenstown (8)
    • 29: Football = Social Development? (0)
    • 28: Photo Favorite: View of Mount Everest From A Commercial Airplane (9)
    • 27: What The Heck Is A Working Vacation? (5)
    • 25: Introduction to Ethiopian Food (28)
    • 24: Photo Favorite: Vending Machines in Tokyo (6)
    • 22: 48 Hours in Madagascar (3)
    • 21: Photo Favorite: Bonsai Tree at Du Fu’s Cottage (2)
    • 19: Review: The Blogger’s Guide to Travel PR (8)
    • 18: 4 Advantages of Traveling with Technology In the Middle East (2)
    • 17: Photo Favorite: Lhasa Gonggar Airport (3)
    • 15: Landscapes of Ladakh, India (1)
    • 14: Photo Favorite: Uluwatu Temple (5)
    • 13: Review: Eating Thai Food Guide (3)
    • 12: El Cabo San Juan: The Best Beach in Parque Tayrona (25)
    • 11: Phra Pradaeng District: A Breath of Fresh Air in Bangkok (6)
    • 10: Tahiti v. Fiji: Incorporating South Pacific Islands In A RTW Trip (15)
    • 10: Photo Favorite: Franz Joseph Glacier (0)
    • 08: Thailand: Beaches to Bangkok (0)
    • 07: 7 Links: Top Stories from Go Backpacking’s Archive (9)
    • 07: Photo Favorite: Giant Grasshopper in La Guajira (5)
    • 04: Top 5 Zanzibar Beaches (27)
    • 03: Photo Favorite: Tokyo Skyline at Sunset (3)
    • 01: Arctic Lights – Visually Stunning Video from Norway (1)
  • June 2011 (24)
    • 30: Lake Garda: Italy’s Lesser Known Lake Region (8)
    • 30: Photo Favorite: Agra Fort (3)
    • 29: Capsule Hotels in Tokyo (12)
    • 28: Taganga: Colombia’s Coastal Backpacker Ghetto (29)
    • 27: How to Negotiate A Camel Ride to the Great Pyramids (10)
    • 26: Photo Favorite: Pargo (Red Snapper) (6)
    • 24: Scuba Diving in Roatan Marine Park (0)
    • 23: 5 Safety Tips for Taking Taxis in Latin America (19)
    • 23: Photo Favorite: Parque Tayrona, Colombia (3)
    • 21: Anatomy Of An Armed Robbery in South America (59)
    • 20: Travel Like A Wizard: 5 ‘Harry Potter’ Magic Items We Wish Existed (0)
    • 19: Photo Favorite: Colonial Architecture in Santa Marta (3)
    • 17: Mozambique Road Trip (1)
    • 17: La Cueva del Esplendor: Horseback Riding in Jardin (5)
    • 16: Photo Favorite: Motorbike Parking Lot (0)
    • 13: Krabi, Thailand: A Nature Lover’s Paradise (11)
    • 12: Photo Favorite: Kilt-Wearing Fire Juggler in Cathedral Square (5)
    • 10: Tibet Video – Part 2 (of 2) (0)
    • 09: Super Sale: 35% Off Premium Memberships to Travel Blog Success (2)
    • 08: Photo Favorite: Grand Lisboa Casino in Macau (0)
    • 06: Top 5 Budget-Friendly Things To Do In Hong Kong (2)
    • 05: Photo Favorite: World’s Weirdest Urinals (5)
    • 04: Tibet Video – Part 1 (of 2) (0)
    • 02: Photo Favorite: Camera Repair in Kathmandu (3)
  • May 2011 (26)
    • 31: Medellin Living 2011: The First 3 Months in Review (2)
    • 30: From Baksheesh to Sheesha – A Few Unexpected Memories of Egypt (12)
    • 29: Photo Favorite: Asian Hotel Lobby (6)
    • 27: Volcano Boarding in Leon, Nicaragua (1)
    • 26: Photo Favorite: Nepali Breakfast (13)
    • 24: Fear of Travel – Don’t Let It Stop You From Seeing the World (22)
    • 23: Mount Kinabalu – A Failed Mission to Climb SE Asia’s Most Famous Peak (16)
    • 22: Photo Favorite: Frozen Fruit Lollipops (0)
    • 20: Across Argentina: 35 Days in 1,000 Photos (2)
    • 19: Snow Monkeys – The Japanese Macaque of Nagano (1)
    • 18: Top 5 Things to Do In Sydney (11)
    • 17: 5 Things We Can Learn from The Amazing Race (3)
    • 16: How Volunteering Can Lead to Extraordinary Travel Experiences (4)
    • 13: Video: Cuba – Havana Vieja (0)
    • 12: Photo Essay: Kaiseki in Kyoto (4)
    • 11: Recreating Scenes from Lost in Translation (2)
    • 10: Photo Favorite: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (4)
    • 09: An Unforgettable Day in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei (4)
    • 08: Photo Favorite: Toilet Sink in Japan (10)
    • 06: 5 Critical Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Volunteer Organisation (4)
    • 06: Video: Slum Golf in Mumbai (2)
    • 05: Photo Favorite: A-Bomb Dome (3)
    • 04: Oysters and Okonomiyaki in Hiroshima (2)
    • 03: 5 Keys to Maintaining Your Inner Peace on a Group Tour (7)
    • 02: Cost of Travel: Manila & The Philippines (6)
    • 01: Photo Favorite: The Golden Pavilion in Kyoto (2)
  • April 2011 (26)
    • 30: HolidayCheck: Hotel Reviews & Travel Planning (1)
    • 29: Video: Nocturnal – Singapore Timelapse (2)
    • 28: Photo Favorite: Imperial Palace in Kyoto (1)
    • 26: Top 9 Malaysian Foods To Die For (35)
    • 25: Bare Naked: Inside a Japanese Onsen (17)
    • 24: Photo Favorite: Chameleon Crossing (0)
    • 22: Video: Descending Chile (0)
    • 21: Photo Favorite: The Commercialization of Kuta (3)
    • 20: How to Stay Beautiful While Traveling (9)
    • 19: Kushikatsu in Kyoto (3)
    • 18: Cost of Travel in Indonesia (7)
    • 17: Photo Favorite: Cost of a Public Toilet in India (14)
    • 15: Video: Oman From the Sky (0)
    • 14: Photo Favorite: World’s Best Airline Name (3)
    • 13: 6 Thrilling Adventure Activities in Las Vegas (1)
    • 12: Review: The Visa Book by Christine Gilbert (2)
    • 11: Exploring the Historic Temples of Yogyakarta, Indonesia (12)
    • 10: Photo Favorite: Chocolate Covered Bananas (6)
    • 08: Video: Few Minutes In Heaven – Papua New Guinea (1)
    • 07: Review of Nomadic Matt’s How to Travel the World on 50 Dollars a Day (9)
    • 07: Photo Favorite: Splash of Color (2)
    • 06: How to Survive a 12-Hour Journey (10)
    • 04: Cost of Travel: Hanoi, Vietnam (10)
    • 03: Photo Favorite: Flightless Dung Beetle (4)
    • 01: Video: Namaste Nepal (2)
    • 01: I’m Moving to Chiang Mai (37)
  • March 2011 (31)
    • 31: Review: Career Break Secrets Video Travel Guide (0)
    • 31: Tsukiji Fish Market (6)
    • 30: Award Wallet Review (0)
    • 30: 9 Tips to Avoid Theft While Backpacking (35)
    • 29: A Road Trip Through the Creators Art Studio in Utah (0)
    • 28: Orangutan Trekking in Sumatra (10)
    • 27: Photo Favorite: Bali Monkey (1)
    • 25: Top 9 Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Gringo in Latin America (136)
    • 25: Video: DR Congo (1)
    • 22: Introducing Travel Blog Success 2.0 (11)
    • 21: Lake Toba: Sumatra’s Volcanic Island Paradise (15)
    • 20: 5 Epic Adventures in New Zealand (17)
    • 20: Photo Favorite: Great White Shark (13)
    • 18: All About Apple Vacations (1)
    • 18: Video: Lost in Iceland (2)
    • 17: The Hiking Life (1)
    • 16: Photo Favorite: Daily Errands (0)
    • 15: How to Get Ready for a High Altitude Mountain Climb (8)
    • 14: Play the Games of New York (5)
    • 14: Taking to the Streets in Hanoi (9)
    • 13: Photo Favorite: Trading Guidebooks (1)
    • 11: Video: 80 Days – 8,000 Photos (3)
    • 10: Photo Favorite: Shroom Advertising [explicit] (4)
    • 09: Kyoto Nightlife: Sushi, Sake, and Salsa (5)
    • 08: Rio and Traveling Self-Indulgences (3)
    • 07: It’s Called Mount Taal – But It’s The World’s Smallest Active Volcano! (10)
    • 06: Photo Favorite: Bintang by the Case (10)
    • 04: Video: Amazing Sand Dunes of Mui Ne (4)
    • 03: Photo Favorite: Tokyo Tower (1)
    • 02: Suntory Whisky at the Park Hyatt (16)
    • 01: 7 Simple Tips to Raise Funds for Your Round the World Travel (13)
  • February 2011 (32)
    • 28: Street Food in Bangkok: How to Take Full Advantage of the Endless Supply (18)
    • 27: Photo Favorite: Electronics Mall in China (5)
    • 25: 12 Captivating Natural Wonders of South East Asia (33)
    • 25: Video: Tokyo (5)
    • 24: Photo Essay: Crossing the Heart of Africa (4)
    • 22: Couchsurfing Tokyo (11)
    • 21: Surrender & Serendipity in Japan (18)
    • 20: Photo Favorite: World’s Best Beer Name (8)
    • 18: Top 10 Travel Revolutionaries (3)
    • 18: Video: Sailing from Senegal to Brazil (5)
    • 17: Backpacking Is An Attitude, Not a Budget (17)
    • 17: Photo Favorite: Nepal’s Weirdest Vehicle (7)
    • 15: Social Media for Travelers (12)
    • 14: 5 Killer Travel Photography Tips (13)
    • 14: Wish You Were Here (9)
    • 13: Photo Favorite: Lost In Translation (12)
    • 13: Working In An Italian Vineyard (10)
    • 12: A Closer Look at Travel Journal (4)
    • 11: The Alternative Arts of Brazil (4)
    • 11: Video Trailer: 180 Degrees South (1)
    • 10: A Surefire Way to Cure Homesickness (7)
    • 10: Photo Essay: Panda Bears in Chengdu (6)
    • 09: Luck Be A Driver Tonight (8)
    • 08: Let Social Media Be Your Travel Guide (11)
    • 07: Learning to Dive in Southeast Asia (17)
    • 06: Photo Favorite: 24 Kinds of Congee (4)
    • 04: Top 10 Travel Safety Items for Women (13)
    • 04: Video: Ski Tibet (0)
    • 03: How to Eat Your Way Through Singapore (7)
    • 03: Photo Favorite: Ratanakiri Breakdown (0)
    • 02: Planning for Hawaii on a Budget – Oahu (25)
    • 01: 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Russia (25)
  • January 2011 (28)
    • 31: Ultralight Packing List for Japan (17)
    • 31: How to Be a Local in Kenya (20)
    • 30: Photo Favorite: Don’t Do This in Singapore (9)
    • 29: Souvenir Saturday: Dragon Tea Cup (1)
    • 28: Weekend Getaway to the Greek Island of Rhodes (6)
    • 28: Video: 5 Minutes of Syria (0)
    • 27: Photo Essay: Indonesia’s #1 Island Paradise (13)
    • 25: Job Opening: Feature Blogger (10)
    • 24: 10 Unforgettable Destinations for 2011 (27)
    • 23: Photo Favorite: Obama Jeans (0)
    • 21: The Palace of the Snow Queen (3)
    • 21: Video: Superior Speed Fly (2)
    • 20: Photo Favorite: Casino Lisboa (4)
    • 19: How to Buy a Tibetan Thangka in Nepal (16)
    • 17: How to See Argentina in 30 Days (24)
    • 16: Photo Favorite: Absolut Petrol (7)
    • 15: Souvenir Saturday: Woven Bowl from Rwanda (1)
    • 14: Video: HDR Timelapse in Vienna (1)
    • 13: Photo Essay: Lunch Atop the Swiss Alps (16)
    • 12: Shantaram – An Epic Adventure in 1980’s Bombay (12)
    • 11: Top 5 Things To Do On The Canary Islands (11)
    • 09: Photo Favorite: Mirror Image (3)
    • 07: Video: Scenes of Bolivia (1)
    • 06: Photo Favorite: Playing with Perspective (5)
    • 04: Review: The Ultimate Tech Guide for Travelers (1)
    • 03: WWOOF’ing It On A Dairy Farm (9)
    • 02: Photo Favorite: India’s Coolest Tuk-Tuk Driver (13)
    • 01: Souvenir Saturday: African Doll (5)
  • December 2010 (31)
    • 31: Best of 2010: Travel Videos (0)
    • 30: Best of 2010: Photography (4)
    • 29: Best of 2010: Rwanda & Colombia (0)
    • 28: Best of 2010: Guest Contributions (0)
    • 27: A Travel Blogger’s Year in Review (15)
    • 26: Photo Favorite: Rio Medellin Christmas Lights (7)
    • 24: Video: London’s Streets (0)
    • 23: Photo Essay: The Danube Delta (4)
    • 22: Visiting Jack Kerouac in Lowell (4)
    • 21: Photo Essay: Inside Castle Peles (5)
    • 20: Dare #18 – Failed – The Case of the Undercooked Intestines (18)
    • 19: Photo Favorite: Candlelight (3)
    • 18: Souvenir Saturday: Agra Marble (2)
    • 17: Video: Skateistan – To Live and Skate Kabul (0)
    • 16: Photo Essay: Cute Dogs, Exotic Places (8)
    • 15: Shine a Light on Shimla (3)
    • 15: 5 Reasons to Avoid Travel (1)
    • 14: Photo Essay: Bear Encounter in the Carpathian Mountains (5)
    • 14: Fact: America is Beautiful (19)
    • 13: Tel Aviv: Sleeplessness, Trades, and Multicolored Identities (4)
    • 12: Photo Favorite: A Different View of the Taj Mahal (3)
    • 10: Video: Climbing Huayna Potosi (0)
    • 09: Photo Essay: The Streets of Salento (10)
    • 08: The Mud Trails and Wax Palms of Cocora Valley (12)
    • 07: Extreme Horseback Riding in Valle de Cocora (12)
    • 06: 3 Hidden Pitfalls of Location Independence (12)
    • 05: Photo Favorite: The Teamwork of Ants (5)
    • 03: Backpacker & Ski Coverage by InsureandGo (4)
    • 03: Video: Salsa Dancing in Cali (5)
    • 02: Photo Essay: Sighisoara, or Where Dracula Was Born (4)
    • 01: Ascending Nevado del Ruiz: The Search for Snow in Colombia (8)
  • November 2010 (29)
    • 30: 7 Highly Effective Ways to Protect Your Camera While Traveling (8)
    • 29: Very Real Considerations For Voluntourists (6)
    • 28: Photo Favorite: Glacier Landing (2)
    • 26: The Thrill of Eclipse Leisure (0)
    • 26: Video: Favela Santa Marta, Rio de Janeiro (0)
    • 25: Photo Essay: The Architecture of Huet Square (2)
    • 25: Giving Thanks & A Special Offer (0)
    • 24: Best of Malaysia: Ipoh vs. Georgetown (4)
    • 23: Passports with Purpose 2010: Donate to Build a Village in India (1)
    • 22: How to Make the Most of a Layover in Kuala Lumpur (7)
    • 21: Photo Favorite: Dingo Warning Sign (6)
    • 19: Video: Breakdance Project Uganda (0)
    • 18: Photo Essay: Palace of Parliament, Palace of the People (3)
    • 18: Free e-Book: Celebrating Latin America at Ground Level (3)
    • 17: Scoot Over: Foreign Danger on Thailand’s Roads (2)
    • 16: Compare Travel Deals at icelolly.com (2)
    • 16: Scenes from Herastrau Park (0)
    • 15: Gumbo Tales: Finding My Place at the New Orleans Table (3)
    • 14: Photo Favorite: Cricket in South Africa (8)
    • 12: Video of Cambodia and Laos (0)
    • 11: Photo Essay: Eastern Orthodox Churches (3)
    • 10: Sunglasses for Everywhere (1)
    • 09: A Taste of Life in Romania (6)
    • 08: Experiencing Expat Albania (1)
    • 05: Eating and Drinking on a Budget in Thailand (3)
    • 05: Video: 72 Hours in Mauritius (1)
    • 04: Photo Essay: Halloween in Medellin (4)
    • 02: First Impressions of Bucharest, Romania (8)
    • 01: Independent vs. Overland – What’s Best in Africa? (8)
  • October 2010 (19)
    • 29: Video: Next Stop For Charlie (1)
    • 28: Photo Essay: Getting Started With Lightroom (30)
    • 27: Sea to Summit TravellingLight Gear Review (6)
    • 26: When Are You Too Old To Backpack? (27)
    • 25: Is Overlanding Still A Backpacking Faux Pas? (6)
    • 22: Video: The Search for Okonomiyaki in Tokyo (1)
    • 21: Photo Essay: Nightlife in Cali, Colombia (15)
    • 19: Destination: Tokyo (22)
    • 18: Dream 2.0 – Location Independence (27)
    • 15: Video: Journey Across India (4)
    • 14: Photo Essay: The Eco-Friendly Bulungula Lodge (9)
    • 10: Find Cheap Flights with Fly.com (8)
    • 08: Video: Around Venezia (Italy) (1)
    • 07: Photo Essay: Traffic Insanity in Dhaka, Bangladesh (11)
    • 06: Annual Travel Insurance by Cheap.co.uk (7)
    • 06: El Penol: Antioquia’s Picturesque Monolith (2)
    • 05: Why You Should Be Using Couchsurfing Groups (12)
    • 04: Loans That Change Lives: An Introduction to Kiva (5)
    • 01: Video: Simply Paris (0)
  • September 2010 (17)
    • 30: Photo Essay: Vacation Homes of Pablo Escobar (11)
    • 28: Guatape: My First Colombian Pueblo (13)
    • 25: Video, The Frugal Traveler: Manaus to La Paz (10)
    • 24: Friday Flashback: Press Trip to Rwanda (11)
    • 23: Photo Essay: Paddy Art in Inakadate, Japan (5)
    • 22: eBook Review: Win a Free Copy of “How To Work On a Cruise Ship” (19)
    • 22: 3 Travel Bloggers and a Baby: The Adventures (8)
    • 21: 3 Travel Bloggers and a Baby: The Interviews (6)
    • 20: Blog & Life Update From Medellin (19)
    • 18: Video: Maracatu (Brazilian Dance Group) (3)
    • 17: Friday Flashback: Travel Events in Washington, DC (2)
    • 10: Friday Flashback: Networking in New York City (3)
    • 07: How To Be Lost Without Looking Lost (4)
    • 04: Video: Syria – An Ancient Road Trip (2)
    • 03: Friday Flashback: Going Home (1)
    • 02: Photo Essay: Tea Tasting in China (12)
    • 01: 10 Travel Blogs Looking for Guest Posts (69)
  • August 2010 (25)
    • 30: How to Choose the Best Seat on a Bus (22)
    • 29: Photo Favorite: Maun Ice Cream Truck (3)
    • 28: Video: #twitchhike – Seattle to NYC (2)
    • 27: Friday Flashback: Celebrating Carnaval in Colombia (2)
    • 26: Book Review: What Boundaries, Live Your Dream (12)
    • 26: Photo Essay: The 6,000 Horses of La Cabalgata (4)
    • 25: Feria de las Flores: Medellin’s Biggest Street Party (5)
    • 23: Top 10: Where To Find The Cheapest Deals In The World When Traveling (18)
    • 21: Video: Dream A Little Dream of Iraq (0)
    • 21: Video: Gringo Trails (1)
    • 20: Friday Flashback: Sightseeing in Medellin (5)
    • 19: Photo Essay: The Greek Islands (17)
    • 14: Video: Mt. Everest Base Camp, Tibet (3)
    • 13: Friday Flashback: Coffee and Couchsurfing in Bogota (2)
    • 12: Photo Essay: Fireworks at the Feria de Las Flores in Medellin, Colombia (5)
    • 09: How to Deal with Traveler’s Diarrhea (11)
    • 07: Video: Relaxing Scenes from Boracay, Philippines (2)
    • 06: Friday Flashback: Madrid (7)
    • 05: A Quick Way to Compare Rental Car Costs Online (9)
    • 05: Getaways by Robert Verdi (6)
    • 05: Photo Essay: Sexy Colombian Models (29)
    • 04: Asking For Directions… The Rule of 3 (14)
    • 03: 6 Indisputable Reasons to Teach English Abroad (12)
    • 02: 5 Ways to Get the ” Real” Feel of Puerto Rico (7)
    • 01: Photo Favorite: Medieval Saint-Emilion (2)
  • July 2010 (32)
    • 31: Video: Bombay Challenge 2010 Rikshaw Roadrage (1)
    • 30: Friday Flashback: Barcelona! (4)
    • 29: Photo Essay: The Colorful Streets of Cartagena: Part II (6)
    • 28: Anthony Bourdain’s Medium Raw Challenge (4)
    • 28: Let’s Just Be (Facebook) Friends: Getting Dumped by Backpacking Buddies (6)
    • 27: Seafood Al Fresco at La Cevicheria (8)
    • 26: The Beaches, Ruins, and Jungles of Honduras (12)
    • 25: Photo Favorite: Sunset at Boeung Kak Lake (12)
    • 24: Video: China’s 60th Anniversary National Day (5)
    • 23: Friday Flashback: Bordeaux, France (3)
    • 22: Photo Essay: The Colorful Streets of Cartagena (14)
    • 21: Colombia’s Love Affair with Arepas (5)
    • 19: 10 Secret Items to Pack as a Woman on Your Next Trip (60)
    • 18: Photo Favorite: Giant Burning Incense Sticks (4)
    • 16: Friday Flashback: Winter in Switzerland (2)
    • 15: Going Down in Okinawa, Japan (6)
    • 14: Confessions of an Introverted Traveler (25)
    • 12: My First 24 Hours in Cartagena (16)
    • 11: Photo Favorite: Cape Town’s World Cup Soccer Stadium (3)
    • 10: Your Holiday Matchmaker (2)
    • 10: Video: Egypt / Lebanon Montage (6)
    • 09: Friday Flashback: Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Paris (2)
    • 09: South Africa – FIFA World Cup Backpacking Tourist Fever (7)
    • 08: Seven Steps to a Solo Road Trip (11)
    • 08: Photo Essay: Scenes from Kuala Lumpur (11)
    • 07: Colombia’s Aires Opens New Route: NYC to Bogota (23)
    • 06: eBook Review: Win a Free Copy of “Refuse the Rat Race” (16)
    • 05: My Thoughts on #TBEX 2010 (14)
    • 04: Photo Favorite: Les Roulottes of Papeete, Tahiti (5)
    • 03: Video: (Happy) 4th of July (0)
    • 02: Friday Flashback: Side Trip to Holland (3)
    • 01: Photo Essay: The 4,000 Islands of Laos (14)
  • June 2010 (38)
    • 28: Experiencing the World Cup in South Africa (8)
    • 27: Photo Favorite: South Africa’s 4 Nobel Prize Winners (3)
    • 26: Video: In Patagonia (2)
    • 25: Friday Flashback: A Very Merry Belgian Christmas (3)
    • 24: Photo Essay: Scenes from Medellin (9)
    • 23: Win a 6 Month Trip in the “Get Rid of Me” Contest (1)
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    • 20: Schedule of TBEX-Related Meetups (4)
    • 20: Photo Favorite: Kudu (4)
    • 19: Video: Berlin – Festival of Lights (1)
    • 18: Friday Flashback: Aswan, Abu Simbel & Feluccas (1)
    • 17: Introducing Hansen: Briefcase to Backpack in Mexico (7)
    • 17: Photo Essay: The Volcanic City of Cappadocia (2)
    • 16: #DCTravel 8: Rooftop Party Edition (4)
    • 14: Singapore’s Top 5 Museums (6)
    • 13: Photo Favorite: Singapore Clothes Line (0)
    • 12: Video: A Journey Through Asia (6)
    • 11: Thirsty for Adventure? (4)
    • 11: Friday Flashback: Nile Cruise & Temple Tourism (4)
    • 10: Photo Essay: Soccer Around the World (1)
    • 09: The Art of Solo Travel (5)
    • 09: My Mind is On A Plane to Cartagena (5)
    • 08: GoLite’s Tumalo Pertex Storm Jacket (14)
    • 08: Movie Review: A Map For Saturday (4)
    • 07: Reliving Swingers at The Dresden (2)
    • 07: New and Improved: DareMe! eBook (0)
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    • 03: Photo Essay: Delhi Architecture (12)
    • 02: The Griffith Observatory (3)
    • 02: Travel Blog Success: C’est Christine (8)
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  • May 2010 (41)
    • 31: Energizer Ultimate Photo Contest (4)
    • 30: Photo Favorite: Red Bench, Arcachon Bay (2)
    • 29: Video: Madagascar – The Magic of a Unique Biosphere (2)
    • 28: Friday Flashback: Johannesburg & Soweto (1)
    • 28: Go Backpacking Has A New Editor (5)
    • 27: Food Wars: Sprinkles v. Famous Cupcakes (11)
    • 27: Photo Essay: The Temples of Angkor (8)
    • 26: The Insider’s Travel & Living Guide to Ghana (3)
    • 26: GoLite’s Sarek Softshell Travel Hoody (3)
    • 25: Beverly Hills and The Governator (3)
    • 25: Another Paese (2)
    • 24: Mmm…Truffle Fries (The Case For Using Foursquare) (4)
    • 23: Photo Favorite: Chess Match in Christchurch (1)
    • 22: Video – Discover Gili Trawangan (2)
    • 21: Friday Flashback: Elephants & Camping in Botswana (5)
    • 21: Currency Conversion Widget by PersonalFX (3)
    • 20: Should I Gamble on Spirit Airlines? (15)
    • 20: Photo Essay: Mokoro Rides in the Okavango Delta (3)
    • 19: The Home of Former President Habyarimana (0)
    • 19: The Road to Halabja Part VI – Should I Stay or Should I Go? (0)
    • 18: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 008 (0)
    • 18: Glimpses of Hollywood, Santa Monica, & Malibu (0)
    • 17: Why I’m Moving Back to Medellin (59)
    • 15: Video – A Day In Varanasi (0)
    • 14: Friday Flashback – Kruger Park Safari (6)
    • 13: DCTravel Happy Hour Meets GAP Adventures (4)
    • 13: Photo Essay: Welcome to Hotel Rwanda (14)
    • 12: Katsuya – LA Sushi To Remember (7)
    • 12: The Road to Halabja Part V – Penniless in Iraq (0)
    • 11: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 007 (1)
    • 11: My Inaugural Flight on Virgin America (8)
    • 10: The Makings of an Old Flame: Portugal’s Peneda-Gerês National Park (0)
    • 08: Video – Surviving Bolivia’s Death Road (2)
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    • 05: The Road to Halabja Part IV – A Bad Time to Arrive (4)
    • 04: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 006 (2)
    • 04: HD Video – Eating Cobra in Vietnam, Bourdain Style (7)
    • 03: Tracking the Elusive Chimpanzees of Nyungwe (3)
    • 01: Video – The People of Venice Beach (3)
  • April 2010 (34)
    • 30: Friday Flashback – South Africa’s Wild Coast (4)
    • 29: Photo Essay: Fine Dining At Nyungwe Forest Lodge (2)
    • 28: The Road to Halabja Part III – Arbil Awaits (0)
    • 27: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 005 (1)
    • 27: Nyungwe Forest Lodge: 5-Star Luxury In Rwanda (9)
    • 26: A Backpacker’s Mission: The Thailand-Laos Border Crossing (6)
    • 24: Video – Macroworld of Bali (0)
    • 23: Friday Flashback – Addo National Elephant Park (2)
    • 22: Photo Essay: Batwa Village in Rwanda (9)
    • 21: The Road to Halabja Part II – No Turning Back (2)
    • 20: Faces From Around the World: Rwanda 003 (0)
    • 20: Treasures of Stockholm (5)
    • 19: Fire & Ice: Visiting An Erupting Volcano in Iceland (10)
    • 19: All Aboard The Lunatic Express (3)
    • 17: Video – Nikon D90 Shines in Africa (4)
    • 16: Friday Flashback: The Eastern Cape (5)
    • 15: Photo Essay: The Lakeside Town of Gisenyi (2)
    • 14: The Road to Halabja Part I – Border Crossing (2)
    • 13: Faces From Around the World: Rwanda 002 (5)
    • 13: Cruising Lake Kivu by Speedboat (2)
    • 12: The Underground Guide to International Volunteering (7)
    • 12: Remembering the 1994 Tutsi Genocide (8)
    • 10: Rwanda Video – One Question: What Makes You Happy? (5)
    • 09: Friday Flashback: Great Whites, Whales, Ostriches, and Cheetahs (3)
    • 08: Photo Essay: The Mountain Gorillas of Rwanda (11)
    • 07: Crashpadding: Couchsurfing for “Grown-Ups” (16)
    • 07: Croatia in Ten Stops (14)
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    • 02: Friday Flashback – Couchsurfing Adventures in Cape Town (7)
    • 01: Photo Essay: Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village (6)
    • 01: First Impressions On the Drive to Ruhengeri (2)
  • March 2010 (40)
    • 31: Mammoth Lakes is Not Just For Skiing! (4)
    • 31: The 3-Day Journey to Rwanda on Ethiopian Airlines (13)
    • 30: Faces From Around the World: Ecuador 007 (1)
    • 27: Video – Magical Marrakech (2)
    • 26: Friday Flashback – 5 Fun Activities in Cape Town (5)
    • 25: Photo Essay: Views of Cape Town (8)
    • 23: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 004 (8)
    • 22: Daily Life in Ng’iresi Village, Tanzania (7)
    • 20: Video – Sheiks, Divas, and Singapore (0)
    • 19: Friday Flashback – Cooking, Tigers, & Trekking in Chiang Mai (5)
    • 19: Gorillas In the Mist: The Story of Dian Fossey (9)
    • 18: Photo Essay: My Favorite Cups of Coffee (17)
    • 18: The First Pan American Couchsurfing Collective (3)
    • 17: Singapore Speaks: LIVE@SG (4)
    • 17: A Praying Statue, Not Buddha (12)
    • 16: Faces From Around the World: Ecuador 006 (5)
    • 15: Nomadic Matt’s “Secrets to Successful World Travel” (4)
    • 15: Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro (10)
    • 13: Cuba Video: Habana Vieja (4)
    • 12: Friday Flashback: Vang Vieng & Luang Prabang (4)
    • 12: An iPhone App for Travel Health (10)
    • 11: Photo Essay: Signs of South Africa (6)
    • 11: Dazu: An Under-Visited Treasure of Sichuan (3)
    • 10: An Introduction to Booking Advisor (4)
    • 10: #Rwanda Trip: Vaccinations & Preventing Malaria (9)
    • 09: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 003 (4)
    • 09: Lunch at Blue Ribbon Sushi (Manhattan) (5)
    • 08: #Rwanda Trip: The 6-Day Itinerary (14)
    • 08: Dogs & Beers: DC Travel Happy Hour #4 (7)
    • 06: Video – The Stunning Landscapes of Iceland (0)
    • 05: Friday Flashback: Splurging in Vientiane (0)
    • 05: East Village Comfort Food: Sarita’s Mac and Cheese (7)
    • 04: Photo Essay: Winter Street Scenes in Bern (6)
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    • 03: Create Your Own Adventure with GAP (3)
    • 03: Does Nightlife Exist in Rural China? Kind of… (2)
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    • 02: Driving Cross-Country (14)
    • 01: Meeting the New Members of Travel Blog Success (9)
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  • February 2010 (38)
    • 27: Video: Iran Trip 2009 (2)
    • 26: Friday Flashback: Southern Laos & The Mekong River (6)
    • 25: Photo Essay: Mountain Bike Tour in Northern Laos (13)
    • 25: The Smartest Ethnic Group in China (4)
    • 24: Recap: Social Media and the Travel Industry Roundtable (6)
    • 23: Faces From Around the World: Ecuador 004 (2)
    • 23: The Smell of Genocide (8)
    • 22: And the Winners of the Hostel Dog T-Shirts Are… (3)
    • 22: Las Vegas Dining Reaches New Levels of Outrageousness (6)
    • 20: Video: Patagonia, Argentina (3)
    • 19: Friday Flashback: What’s in Northeastern Cambodia? (2)
    • 19: Holiday Extras Travel Insurance (14)
    • 18: Photo Essay: Daily Life at Boudhanath Stupa (9)
    • 18: Flying Cathedrals Anyone? (0)
    • 17: Destination Asia: Vaccines and Prescriptions (9)
    • 16: Faces From Around the World: Peru (5)
    • 13: Video: Dublin by Night (2)
    • 12: Let’s Go Backpacking in Rwanda (17)
    • 12: Friday Flashback: Phnom Penh (0)
    • 12: Calculated Hotel Comforts (0)
    • 11: Photo Essay: Airports & Airplanes (7)
    • 11: Destination Asia: Burma’s Political Turmoil (7)
    • 10: Follow Up: 10 More Travel Movies To Get You Going in 2010 (60)
    • 10: A Teaching in Tibetan Buddhist Beliefs (5)
    • 09: Faces From Around the World: Spain (5)
    • 09: A Chance Encounter with the Dalai Lama (2)
    • 08: Manila: The Forgotten City (6)
    • 08: Win Free T-Shirts from Hostel Dog (6)
    • 07: How to Choose a Travel Rewards Credit Card (10)
    • 06: Video: 48 Hours in Sao Paulo, Brazil (4)
    • 05: Flashback Friday – Adventures in Battambang, Cambodia (2)
    • 04: Photo Essay: Pyramids & Temples of Egypt (16)
    • 04: The Oddities of a Rural Chinese Office (0)
    • 03: The Beaches and Nightlife of Boracay Island, Philippines (23)
    • 03: Extreme Tourism, according to Chuck (0)
    • 02: Faces From Around the World: Germany (3)
    • 02: Planning for an Appalachian Trail Thru Hike (20)
    • 01: Launch of Travel Blog Success (30)
  • January 2010 (56)
    • 31: Reminders: 2010 Bloggies & Travel Blog Success (4)
    • 31: Recap: #DCTravel Tweetup @ Cafe Asia (0)
    • 30: Video: Barcelona – La Guapa (8)
    • 29: Flashback Friday – Exploring Angkor Wat and Siem Reap (2)
    • 29: How to Pack One Backpack for Six Months (12)
    • 28: Photo Essay: Fire Dancing in Thailand (3)
    • 28: Turning Green with Envy on Sardinia’s Costa Verde (0)
    • 27: Destination Asia: Highlighting Malaysia (18)
    • 27: Podcast: Discussing Long Term Travel on Toronto’s Guy Talk (3)
    • 26: 5 Reasons to Buy A Premium WordPress Theme (38)
    • 26: Faces From Around the World: Ecuador 003 (2)
    • 26: Two Backpacks Are Better Than One (5)
    • 25: Coming February 1: Travel Blog Success (8)
    • 24: 2010 Bloggies: Vote Go Backpacking & Medellin Living (8)
    • 24: CheapOair Launches “˜Long Weekend in London’ Blog Contest (0)
    • 23: Video: Kuroshio Sea – 2nd Largest Aquarium Tank In the World (5)
    • 22: Flashback Friday – Snorkeling in Koh Tao and Partying in Bangkok (3)
    • 21: Share Your Opinions with Lonely Planet (0)
    • 21: Photo Essay: Kruger Park Safari 2 (8)
    • 20: Destination Asia: Highlighting Singapore (5)
    • 20: DC Travel Tweetup Alert (0)
    • 20: Naha Tug of War: When East and West Collide (9)
    • 19: Faces From Around the World: Russia (1)
    • 19: How To Prevent Bed Bugs When Traveling (21)
    • 18: Go Backpacking: Celebrating 3 Years and 1,000 Posts (22)
    • 18: Getting Bed Bugs in Chiang Mai, Thailand (29)
    • 18: Becoming an Italian Daughter While Studying Abroad in Florence (6)
    • 17: Win $180 Cash From Asia Travel Forum (6)
    • 17: Destination Asia: An Interview with Dave, Editor-in-Chief of Go Backpacking (8)
    • 16: Video: Orangutans, Borneo (0)
    • 15: Friday Flashback – Maya Bay and the Koh Phi Phi Islands (7)
    • 15: Did You Know You Could Get Pins and Needles in Your Trachea?: Eating in Sichuan, China (7)
    • 14: Photo Essay: Kruger Park Safari 1 (10)
    • 14: Fish Eyes and Chicken Feet: Hospitality and Eating in Sichuan, China (1)
    • 13: ESL Teaching: Look on the Bright Side (2)
    • 13: Destination Asia: The Visa Run-around (5)
    • 12: Faces From Around the World: Cuba 002 (3)
    • 12: The Sakura Season in Japan (12)
    • 11: International Relations (4)
    • 11: Medina Madness in Morocco (5)
    • 10: Introducing Laura – Globe Trotting from Sichuan to Sorrento (6)
    • 10: Win a Costa Rican Adventure with Nomadic Matt (5)
    • 09: Video – Tubing in Vang Vieng, Laos (11)
    • 08: Friday Flashback – Phuket, Thailand (8)
    • 07: Photo Essay: All You Can Eat Tacos @ Mercadito Cantina (7)
    • 07: Top 10 Travel Movies To Get You Going (134)
    • 06: Experimenting with Sponsored Tweets (17)
    • 06: ESL Lesson Planning: Breaking the Ice (3)
    • 06: 2 Wheels and The French Riviera (0)
    • 05: Dave Lee’s Interview with The Trip Chicks (2)
    • 05: Faces From Around the World: Israel (2)
    • 05: Dare to Travel Beyond Your Comfort Zone in 2010 (0)
    • 04: Backpack with Brock On A ‘Round the World Trip (5)
    • 04: Pros & Cons for Backpacking Cuba (42)
    • 02: Video – Living the Dream (2)
    • 01: Friday Flashback – Visa Run to Burma & Koh Phayam (4)
  • December 2009 (54)
    • 30: Up In The Air: The Ultimate Travel Movie? (20)
    • 30: Souvenir Spotlight: Tibetan Prayer Wheel (3)
    • 29: Go Backpacking: The Top 11 Posts of 2009 (0)
    • 29: The Mexican Tradition of Nochebuena (1)
    • 29: Destination Asia: Pruning Your Itinerary (4)
    • 28: Internet vs. Newspaper: Good Writing Is Good Writing (2)
    • 28: Encounter With The Magnificent Mountain Gorilla – Berengei Berengei (5)
    • 27: Recap: The 2nd DC Travel Tweetup (5)
    • 27: The Heavenly La Maison du Chocolat (0)
    • 26: Video – Waterfalls of Patagonia (Kayaking) (0)
    • 25: Friday Flashback – The Best Beach on Koh Phangan (1)
    • 24: Last Minute Giving: Kiva Gift Certificates (3)
    • 23: ESL Teaching: Getting Personal (1)
    • 22: Are You Calling Me Fat? (1)
    • 21: Faces From Around the World: Ecuador 002 (2)
    • 21: It’s Chile in Manhattan (0)
    • 20: The Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center (is small) (5)
    • 19: Pommes Frites – Belgian Fries in NYC (5)
    • 19: Video – Images of Papa New Guinea (8)
    • 18: Travel Blogging & Coffee @ Mudspot (0)
    • 18: Friday Flashback – Partying on Koh Phangan (2)
    • 17: How to Plan Trips with a Big Dog (5)
    • 16: Italian Night: Keste Pizza & Grom Gelato (2)
    • 16: Destination Asia: Finding Cheap Airfare Online (8)
    • 15: 80’s Babies Could Get a Free Room in Europe (5)
    • 15: ESL Teaching: How Do You Say “Jewish” in Your Language? (1)
    • 15: Visiting a Turkish Bath in Istanbul (14)
    • 14: Faces From Around the World: England (2)
    • 14: Rowing Against Slavery: An Attempt to Break a World Record and Slavery (2)
    • 14: Save Money on Gatwick Airport Parking (4)
    • 13: Should Obese People Be Charged For 2 Seats? (13)
    • 13: NYC Brunch at 5 Points (4)
    • 12: Video – EX1 View of Sydney (6)
    • 11: Friday Flashback – Koh Samui, Thailand (1)
    • 11: #Twitaoke: Travel Bloggers Rock NYC’s Koreatown (16)
    • 10: Travel Gets Social at 92YTribeca (0)
    • 10: Zabb City Thai Food (1)
    • 09: More Travel Tales by Emily Callagan (5)
    • 09: How to Get 2 Trans-Atlantic Flights for $75 (12)
    • 09: ESL Students Say the Darnedest Things (1)
    • 09: The Geography of Bliss (1)
    • 08: Walking Among Ghosts: Majdanek Muzeum (0)
    • 08: Faces From Around the World: Chile (1)
    • 07: The 2nd DC Travel Happy Hour (2)
    • 07: Is Couchsurfing Really That Safe? (7)
    • 07: Walking Among Ghosts: Nazi Concentration Camps (11)
    • 06: Quebec City: A Quaint Get Away in French Canada (3)
    • 05: Video – Glimpses of Egypt (0)
    • 04: Friday Flashback – Bangkok (3)
    • 04: Faces From Around the World: Cuba (0)
    • 03: Save Money on UK Airport Parking (2)
    • 03: How to Survive Driving In Ireland (12)
    • 02: Can Americans Vacation In Cuba, Legally? (10)
    • 01: Where to Find Cheap Coffee in Paris (10)
  • November 2009 (41)
    • 30: Faces From Around the World: Ecuador (8)
    • 30: ESL Lesson Planning: Forget the Grammar; Give Thanks Instead (1)
    • 28: Video – A Day At a Beach in Japan (5)
    • 27: Friday Flashback – A Rushed Exploration of Delhi (0)
    • 26: From the Editor: Thank You! (3)
    • 25: Let’s Be Adventurous: Solutions for a Picky Eater (0)
    • 24: Forget a Guide, a Book… and Even a Map (6)
    • 24: ESL Lesson Planning: Controversial Topics (5)
    • 23: An American in Hiroshima (6)
    • 22: The First DC Travel Tweetup (1)
    • 22: CheapOair Unveils Official Blog & ” 12 Days of Travel”? Contest (12)
    • 21: Travel Video – Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (5)
    • 20: Friday Flashback – India’s Golden Temple & Pakistan Border Ceremony (1)
    • 20: Backpack Boomerang: The Traveler’s Lost and Found (0)
    • 19: Destination Asia: Packing Ultra-Light (22)
    • 18: Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer (14)
    • 18: One to One: Teaching (and Gossiping with) Individual Students (1)
    • 17: Traveling Tucker – Road Trip Edition (7)
    • 16: The Importance of Hooking Up Abroad (46)
    • 15: Introducing T-roy: Forget Obligation Go Global…it’s my odyssey! (1)
    • 14: ‘Round the World Trip: As You Like It (7)
    • 14: Travel Video – Tikal (1)
    • 13: Friday Flashback – McLeod Ganj in Northern India (0)
    • 12: Expat: Women’s True Tales of Life Abroad (5)
    • 11: Briefcase To Backpack: Encouraging Career Breaks (10)
    • 11: Crafting an ESL Schedule, or the Art of Saying No (1)
    • 10: Introducing Andy & Shelly – Traveling Couple & Dog Lovers (15)
    • 10: So, How Do I Become A Couchsurfer? (6)
    • 09: Destination Asia: Where to Start? (13)
    • 08: Travel Postcard Contest by Sosauce (0)
    • 07: Travel Video – NEPAL GOL-O MA (2)
    • 06: Friday Flashback – The Taj Mahal & Red Fort in Agra, India (2)
    • 05: Why I Hate the Indian Bureaucracy (Part 2) (6)
    • 05: Without Reservations: The Travel of an Independent Woman (14)
    • 04: Why I Hate the Indian Bureaucracy (14)
    • 04: Introducing Leslie: Travel Addict and ESL Survivor (8)
    • 03: So, What Exactly Is Couchsurfing? (13)
    • 02: DC Travel Happy Hour (9)
    • 02: World Hum & Art of Non-Conformity Happy Hours (6)
    • 01: Introducing Andi, Couchsurfing Addict & Expert (20)
    • 01: Hey Rich People! Enjoy Polar Exploration on Legendary Icebreaker (6)
  • October 2009 (31)
    • 31: Travel Video – 76-Second Travel Show: Halloween in Transylvania (0)
    • 30: Friday Flashback – The Ganges River and Ghats in Varanasi (6)
    • 29: Destination Asia: So Many Questions (10)
    • 29: Couchsurfing Uganda: A Mzungu in the Midst (Part 2) (11)
    • 28: Couchsurfing Uganda: A Mzungu in the Midst (11)
    • 27: Introducing Danielle – Travel Fanatic & Foodie (3)
    • 27: Travel Tuesday & Where I’ve Been (4)
    • 25: Meet the New Travel Blogger (12)
    • 24: Travel Video – Life & Struggle in India (2)
    • 23: Poll for Travel Bloggers (28)
    • 23: Friday Flashback – Stress & Meditation in Bodhgaya (3)
    • 22: Expat Life in Chengdu, China (4)
    • 21: Gap Year Support: Resume To Interviews (0)
    • 20: Mediabistro Seminar: How To Pitch An Editor (0)
    • 20: A National Geographic Evening With Simon Winchester (1)
    • 19: Contributors Wanted (7)
    • 18: Mexican Food, Soccer, & Pickle Juice in New York City (5)
    • 17: Travel Video – New York City Portrait (HD Time Lapse) (0)
    • 16: Friday Flashback – Sikkim Adventures (12)
    • 14: Navigating the Adventures In Travel Expo (8)
    • 13: The Best American Travel Writing 2009 (5)
    • 12: Walking Tour of Washington, DC (9)
    • 10: Travel Video – The Longest Way 1.0 – One Year Walk/Beard Grow Time Lapse (2)
    • 09: Friday Flashback – Exploring Darjeeling (1)
    • 08: Travel Photo Competition at Hostelbookers (1)
    • 07: High Heels and a Head Torch: The Essential Guide for Girls Who Backpack (12)
    • 06: Win a Van-Tastic Road Trip Around Australia (3)
    • 05: Close Encounters of the Creepy-Crawly Kind (20)
    • 03: Travel Video: Eurotrip Robot Fight (9)
    • 02: Friday Flashback: Crossing Nepal’s Eastern Border (6)
    • 01: Souvenir Spotlight: Thai Beer Can Tuk-Tuk (11)
  • September 2009 (33)
    • 30: The Singapore Food Scene (9)
    • 26: Travel Video – Matt’s Dancing Finale (4)
    • 25: Friday Flashback – Boudhanath Stupa (2)
    • 24: My Actual Costs – Europe – Summer 1998 (10)
    • 23: Packing List For A Summer In Europe (10)
    • 22: 6 Tips for Reaching the Greek Islands (11)
    • 21: Now Available: Free Dare Me! eBook (4)
    • 19: Travel Video – Kathmandu Street Scene (5)
    • 18: Friday Flashback – World Heritage Sites In Kathmandu Valley (2)
    • 17: Trip Advice for South Africa, Swaziland, Namibia, and Botswana (19)
    • 15: A Dead Bat In Paraguay by Roosh Vorek (6)
    • 14: Khayelitsha – uMlungu in a Towship (3)
    • 14: Win A Free Trip To Colombia – Entries Due Sept 21 (5)
    • 13: Useful Foreign Phrases (14)
    • 12: “I Will Possess Your Heart” by Death Cab For Cutie (3)
    • 11: Friday Flashback – Whitewater Rafting & Camping Trip (1)
    • 10: Interview – An American Expat In Costa Rica (8)
    • 09: Trip Advice For Kenya (12)
    • 08: Behold – New Blog Design Launched (9)
    • 07: Johnny Colt Rocks The Travel Channel (5)
    • 07: The Decision Not To Travel After 9/11 (8)
    • 06: Booking the Egypt Trip & Finding Airfare (2001) (1)
    • 06: Researching the Egypt Trip & Operator (2001) (8)
    • 05: My Egypt Trip (2001) (3)
    • 05: Travel Video – Bedouins in Wadi Rum, Jordan (0)
    • 04: 9 Inspiring Quotes For Independent Travel (5)
    • 04: Friday Flashback – Making Friends Through Meditation (2)
    • 03: Favorite Motivational Song Lyrics (0)
    • 03: The World’s Strangest Restaurants (0)
    • 02: Favorite Motivational Quotes (From Movies) (5)
    • 02: Souvenir Spotlight – Religious Box From Tibet (6)
    • 01: Book Launch – Imagine: A Vagabond Story (13)
    • 01: A Backpacker’s Guide To Massages In Asia (30)
  • August 2009 (32)
    • 31: Here’s A Quick Way To Spice Up Your Travels (12)
    • 30: This Week In Travel Podcast & Thai Hilltribe Treks (9)
    • 30: My Interview On Voyagner (0)
    • 29: My Travel Wishlist (13)
    • 29: Travel Video of the Week – Panda Bear Cubs At Play (4)
    • 28: Friday Flashback – Paragliding In Pokhara (6)
    • 26: 30 Words – A New Approach To Language Guides (16)
    • 25: Travel Talk With Jerry Haines (4)
    • 24: 6 Reasons I Appreciate Being Home (17)
    • 23: Update: The Colombia Trip (14)
    • 23: New Media & Youth Action Conference (0)
    • 22: Video of the Week – 8 Wishes & 10,000 Miles (0)
    • 21: Friday Flashback – Lessons Learned From My First Trek (1)
    • 21: Thai Delivery, Mexican, & Kampuchea (4)
    • 19: Would You Accept A Free Trip To Colombia? (92)
    • 19: Tibetan Pendants, Japanese Noodles, French Vodka, And Mini-Burgers (4)
    • 19: Travel Talk At The Grey Dog’s Cafe (15)
    • 18: How To Survive Reverse Culture Shock (26)
    • 17: Lightload Towels (6)
    • 17: Salsa Dancing In New York City (2)
    • 16: Sosauce / Matador BBQ In Brooklyn (1)
    • 15: Video of the Week – Colombiamoda 2009 (6)
    • 14: Friday Flashback – The Rhododendron Forests (0)
    • 14: Nevada Smith’s – New York City Soccer Bar (4)
    • 13: Quiet Contemplation And Drew Barrymore In Central Park (8)
    • 12: Discovering Yext – The Next Yellow Pages (4)
    • 11: Reconnecting In The Big Apple (8)
    • 09: 5 Reasons For A World Traveler To Buy A BlackBerry Curve 8900 (29)
    • 08: Video of the Week – Trekking in Nepal (4)
    • 07: Friday Flashback – Trekking Troubles In Sinuwa (0)
    • 06: I’m Alive And Well In New York City (10)
    • 01: Video of the Week – Caye Caulker, Conservation Paradise in Belize (4)
  • July 2009 (17)
    • 31: Friday Flashback – Day 1 of Trekking In Nepal (4)
    • 24: Friday Flashback – Trek Preparations In Pokhara (2)
    • 23: Unpacking My Souvenirs (11)
    • 21: Making My Way Back Home (25)
    • 20: Bogota Travel Blogger Meetup (8)
    • 18: Video of the Week – Trindade, Brazil (8)
    • 17: Friday Flashback – The Bus From Kathmandu To Pokhara (0)
    • 16: Last Morning In Medellin (32)
    • 11: Video of the Week – The Cuban Diaries (4)
    • 10: Friday Flashback – Flying Past Mt. Everest (6)
    • 07: Best Of GoBackpacking (12)
    • 06: Relaxing in the Colombian Countryside (14)
    • 05: Contest Winner (0)
    • 05: Working to Fix: RSS / Subscription Feed (8)
    • 04: Video of the Week – Costa Rican Waterfall Jump (17)
    • 03: Friday Flashback – Last Night in China (0)
    • 01: Adventures at a Colombian Finca (14)
  • June 2009 (18)
    • 30: Quimet and Quimet – Barcelona’s Best Tapas (4)
    • 29: Contest – Win a $10,000 Summer Vacation (6)
    • 26: Friday Flashback – Scarred For Life (0)
    • 25: Contest – Enter to Win By Answering A Simple Question
    • 23: DSTB – An Introduction to Key Blogging Metrics (6)
    • 21: Poll for Future Contest (0)
    • 20: Video of the Week – The Evolution of a Thai Beach (10)
    • 19: Friday Flashback – Welcome to China (2)
    • 18: Update From Medellin #2 (2)
    • 17: Into The Wild (24)
    • 16: Tripbase’s Flight Carbon Emissions Calculator (6)
    • 14: DSTB – Involve Your Readers, Build A Following (32)
    • 13: Video of the Week – Arlington Rap (4)
    • 12: Friday Flashback – Macau (0)
    • 10: An Open Letter To My Blogging Bretheren (43)
    • 08: Drawing Parallels with The 4-Hour Workweek (9)
    • 06: Video of the Week – Bizarre Foods (0)
    • 05: Friday Flashback – Hong Kong (0)
  • May 2009 (17)
    • 30: Video of the Week – Skytrain to Lhasa (4)
    • 29: Friday Flashback – Singapore Eats (4)
    • 28: DSTB Series – How To Write Scannable Blog Content (8)
    • 28: Beds for 5cents – HostelBookers Birthday Giveaway (5)
    • 26: Travelgrove – Compare Deals and Save (4)
    • 25: A New Journey Begins (4)
    • 22: Friday Flashback – Gili Trawangan (2)
    • 19: DSTB Series – Choose A Winning Domain Name (9)
    • 18: My First Article on AskMen.com (14)
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    • 15: Friday Flashback – Welcome to Asia (2)
    • 14: DSTB Series – Hosted vs. Self Hosted Travel Blogs (13)
    • 08: Friday Flashback – The 2008 Australian Open (0)
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    • 02: Video of the Week – The World’s Most Dangerous Hike (4)
    • 01: Friday Flashback – Beautiful Sydney (2)
  • April 2009 (16)
    • 30: Would I Travel Around the World…Again? (4)
    • 29: New Series – Developing A Successful Travel Blog (24)
    • 25: Video of the Week – Beautiful Rio de Janeiro (8)
    • 24: Friday Flashback – Sailing the Whitsundays (0)
    • 21: Dare Me – Recounting My Hits and Misses (12)
    • 18: Video of the Week – Erik Gets Shot In Colombia (2)
    • 17: Friday Flashback – Fraster Island, Australia (0)
    • 16: Noteworthy Travel Links (1)
    • 15: Update From Medellin (0)
    • 13: Transportation Around The World (11)
    • 11: Travel Contest – iloho (0)
    • 10: Friday Flashback – Heli-hiking Franz Joseph Glacier (2)
    • 04: Video of the Week – Tehran (2)
    • 03: Friday Flashback – The Tongariro Crossing (4)
    • 02: Exotic Animal Rides To Remember (4)
    • 01: Fine Dining Around The World (6)
  • March 2009 (25)
    • 31: Best Adventure Activities (5)
    • 30: My Favorite Accommodations (10)
    • 29: Video Of The Week (0)
    • 28: Twitter and Link Updates (4)
    • 27: Friday Flashback – French Polynesia (0)
    • 26: Salud To My Fellow Bloggers (6)
    • 25: Friendships On The Road (4)
    • 24: What’s In My Backpack? (6)
    • 23: Thank You For Hosting Me (2)
    • 20: What is the Cost Of A Trip Around The World? (195)
    • 19: Post-trip Reflections (8)
    • 18: Final Thoughts – Colombia (8)
    • 17: The Return Trip To Medellin (0)
    • 16: Cartagena Party Night (2)
    • 14: 100 Best Travel Journal Blogs (2)
    • 13: An Overdue Day At The Beach (11)
    • 12: Leaving Carnaval For Cartagena (0)
    • 11: Carnaval – Day 2 – Dancing In The Streets (1)
    • 10: Carnaval In Colombia (11)
    • 09: Hotel Olimpico vs. Couchsurfing (10)
    • 06: Overnight Bus To Barranquilla (1)
    • 05: Hostel Robbery (8)
    • 03: Transitions & Launching MedellinLiving.com (45)
    • 03: Capoeira In Colombia (9)
    • 02: Salsa Dancing At Kukaramakara Club (3)
  • February 2009 (18)
    • 28: Pablo Escobar’s Grave (6)
    • 27: Salsa Lessons With The Students Of Antioquia U. (10)
    • 20: Saturday Night In Sabaneta (3)
    • 19: My Great World (1)
    • 18: Teatro Lido (2)
    • 15: Food Mission: Brasarepa (12)
    • 14: Couchsurfing Connections (7)
    • 13: Medellin´s Cable Car (2)
    • 12: Plaza Botero And Bandeja Paisa (4)
    • 11: Parks And Pueblito Paisa (1)
    • 10: The Botanical Garden and New Aquarium (0)
    • 09: Travel Day (1)
    • 07: Friday Night In Zona Rosa (13)
    • 06: Photos From Around Bogota (11)
    • 05: Poker Night With The Expat Community (6)
    • 04: Cerro de Montserrat And Museo del Oro (0)
    • 03: Bogota Living, La Candelaria, Botero’s Art, And The Simpsons (10)
    • 01: My Latin American Arrival (10)
  • January 2009 (36)
    • 31: Final Thoughts – Brussels, Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Spain (4)
    • 31: Plaza del Sol, Royal Palace, And La Latina (6)
    • 30: Couchsurfing And The Prado Masterworks (1)
    • 29: What’s In Your Wallet? (22)
    • 28: FC Barcelona v. Atletico Madrid (5)
    • 27: Gaudi’s La Sagrada Familia And Barca’s Beaches (1)
    • 26: Walking Barcelona By Day And Night (7)
    • 25: The Trains To Spain (4)
    • 24: The Grand Tour Of Arcachon Bay (13)
    • 23: Wine Tasting In St. Emilion (4)
    • 22: An Introduction To Life In Bordeaux (6)
    • 21: The UN, Red Cross, And A Photo Safari (2)
    • 18: Chillon Castle And My Geneva Couchsurf (14)
    • 18: The Golden Pass Train Rides To Lake Geneva (8)
    • 17: Interlaken And Lunch Atop The Swiss Alps (21)
    • 16: The Einstein Museum And Work Delayed (2)
    • 15: The Bern Identity (4)
    • 14: New Year’s Eve At A French House Party (2)
    • 13: A Busy Day In Paris (5)
    • 13: Welcome To Paris (0)
    • 12: Tillburg Or Bust (1)
    • 12: The Christmas Day Pub Crawl (1)
    • 11: Christmas Eve In Brussels (3)
    • 11: Europe Revisted (4)
    • 10: Final Thoughts – Egypt (1)
    • 10: Couchsurfing Cairo (2)
    • 10: Felucca Rides (1)
    • 09: The Sunrise Convoy To Abu Simbel (2)
    • 09: Aswan, The Dams, And The Temple Of Isis At Philae (0)
    • 08: Sunset Cruise To Kom Ombo (2)
    • 08: Edfu Temple And An Afternoon On The Nile (1)
    • 06: The Valley Of The Kings And Luxor Temple (10)
    • 05: The Night Train To Luxor (2)
    • 03: The Great Pyramids And Sphinx At Giza (10)
    • 02: From Dawn Till Dusk In Cairo (2)
    • 01: Happy New Year’s (10)
  • December 2008 (24)
    • 30: Final Thoughts: South Africa And Botswana (5)
    • 29: Johannesburg City Tour (2)
    • 28: Day 6, Elephant Encounters At Elephant Sands (1)
    • 27: Day 5, Departing The Delta And My Scenic Flight (7)
    • 26: Day 4, The Okavango Delta From Sunrise To Sunset (14)
    • 25: Day 3, Mokoro Rides, A Sunset Game Walk, And Delta Camping (14)
    • 24: Day 2 – Reaching Maun (2)
    • 22: Day 1 – Botswana Or Bust (6)
    • 21: Dare #17, Completed, Sunday Smiley (6)
    • 20: Touring Soweto And The Apartheid Museum (5)
    • 18: Day 5, Close Encounters Of the Buffalo Kind (2)
    • 17: Day 4, Searching For Lions, Rhinos And Leopards (9)
    • 16: Day 3, More Animals And A Night Drive (0)
    • 15: Day 2, Game Drives In Kruger Park (6)
    • 14: Day 1, The Long Way To Timbavati Safari Lodge (6)
    • 13: How To Spend Less Than 24 Hours in Johannesburg (0)
    • 12: Ascending Sani Pass To The Kingdom Of Lesotho (0)
    • 07: San Rock Art In The Southern Drakensberg Mountains (6)
    • 06: A Year Abroad (19)
    • 05: Durban Unseen (0)
    • 04: A Night Of Song And Dance, Xhosa Style (4)
    • 03: Making My Way To Coffee Bay (2)
    • 02: Xhosa Village Tour (7)
    • 01: Beautiful Bulungula (13)
  • November 2008 (21)
    • 30: A Long, Bumpy Travel Day (4)
    • 29: Rainy Daze (18)
    • 25: Welcome To Buccaneers (8)
    • 23: Day 2, Lunch And The Search For Lions (2)
    • 22: Day 2, Morning Game Drive In Addo (15)
    • 21: Day 1 – Road Trippin’ (12)
    • 20: The Island Vibe, Supertubes, And Surf Shops (6)
    • 19: Sandboarding (4)
    • 18: A Day In Storms River (8)
    • 17: Plett Stop (13)
    • 13: The Plan (29)
    • 12: My Time With The Rastas (1)
    • 10: Enjoying The Island Vibe In Knysna (4)
    • 09: The Country Quiz (20)
    • 09: Petting The Cheetahs (15)
    • 08: Mountain Biking And Cool Cats (16)
    • 07: It’s All About The Ostriches (16)
    • 06: Spelunking In The Cango Caves (7)
    • 04: Welcome To Outdshorn (0)
    • 02: Dare #16 – Completed – Cage Diving With Great White Sharks (21)
    • 01: The Waiting Is The Hardest Part (0)
  • October 2008 (35)
    • 31: Whale Watching In Hermanus (6)
    • 29: Security Concerns (4)
    • 28: Sunrise On Lion’s Head And Table Mountain (3)
    • 27: Capetonian Adventures (1)
    • 26: Photos From Around Cape Town (9)
    • 25: Couchsurfing With Hannes (4)
    • 24: Touring Robben Island (8)
    • 23: District Six And The Townships (4)
    • 22: Daytripping The Cape Peninsula (10)
    • 21: The Western Cape Winelands (4)
    • 20: My South Africa Snafu (8)
    • 18: The Air Qatar Flights (11)
    • 15: Thailand – It’s A Wrap (8)
    • 14: Day 3 – Whitewater Rafting (0)
    • 13: Day 2 – Elephant Rides (8)
    • 13: Day 1 – Hill Tribe Trek (12)
    • 12: Soldier Of Fortune (8)
    • 11: Video Of Tiger Cubs (2)
    • 11: Befriending Tigers (20)
    • 10: Dare #15 – Completed – Mastering The Art Of Muay Thai Boxing (12)
    • 10: Thai Cookery School (11)
    • 09: Landing in Chiang Mai (0)
    • 09: Final Thoughts: Laos (8)
    • 08: Mountain Biking And Elephants (4)
    • 08: Photogenic Luang Prabang (10)
    • 07: Introducing Sosauce Travel (4)
    • 06: We’re Going To South Africa! (12)
    • 06: Tubing In Vang Vieng (7)
    • 05: The Birthday Rock Climb (8)
    • 04: MAG, COPE, Wat, And Wrap (2)
    • 03: My 3-Course Lunch At Le Central (4)
    • 02: A Deluxe Apartment In The Sky (12)
    • 02: Pakse Pitstop (10)
    • 01: Bicycling To Wat Phu (10)
    • 01: Ferry Funny (0)
  • September 2008 (36)
    • 30: Slow Down, You Move Too Fast (6)
    • 30: The Journey To 4,000 Islands (0)
    • 29: Final Thoughts: Cambodia (9)
    • 29: Breakdown (6)
    • 28: 4×4 Action In The Name Of Culture (2)
    • 28: Swimming In A Volcano’s Crater Lake (1)
    • 27: Welcome To My Nightmare (1)
    • 27: MP3 Meltdown (x2) (0)
    • 26: The Killing Fields At Choeung Ek (4)
    • 26: A Morning Of Reflection At S-21 (2)
    • 25: Birthday Wish List (28)
    • 24: French Colonial Architecture (4)
    • 24: The Royal Palace (4)
    • 23: Destination: Phnom Penh (0)
    • 23: Guest Of Honor (4)
    • 22: Morning Market, Crocs, Snakes, And A Field (0)
    • 22: Cambodian Hospitality (10)
    • 21: Dare #14 – Completed – It’s A Dog Eat Dog World (22)
    • 20: A Tour To Remember (2)
    • 19: The Boat To Battambang (7)
    • 17: A Day In Siem Reap (19)
    • 16: Playing Lara Croft At Ta Prohm (1)
    • 15: Exploring Angkor Wat And Bayon (6)
    • 14: My Holiday In Cambodia (9)
    • 13: Final Thoughts: Thailand (Bangkok and Islands) (12)
    • 11: Let’s Eat Durian And Say Goodbye (2)
    • 10: Party Time…Excellent! (4)
    • 09: Back To Bangkok (10)
    • 08: 7 Hours Of Fun, Sun, And Snorkeling (8)
    • 07: Chillin’ Like A Villian (4)
    • 06: The Overnight Ferry To Koh Tao (16)
    • 05: Last Day on Koh Phi Phi (2)
    • 04: Meeting The Ubertramp (8)
    • 03: Life’s A Beach (8)
    • 02: Koh Phi Phi Don – Take 2 (2)
    • 01: More Photos From Phi Phi Leh (10)
  • August 2008 (25)
    • 31: Finally….Maya Bay (5)
    • 30: Making New Friends On The Phi Phi Ferry (1)
    • 29: James Bond By Speed Boat (11)
    • 28: A Second Opinion (13)
    • 27: Adventures In Thai Medical Care (4)
    • 25: Falling Ill On Phuket (0)
    • 23: Banana’s Tacos, Sushi, And A 9mm (7)
    • 22: Shopping For Camera #3 (6)
    • 21: On On Hotel (11)
    • 20: Phayam To Phuket (8)
    • 18: Koh Phayam: One Remote, Desolate Beach (10)
    • 17: To Burma And Back (13)
    • 16: The Road To Rangon (4)
    • 15: Crunch! Another One Bites The Dust (10)
    • 12: Beach Bar Crawl (4)
    • 10: Half Moon Party (8)
    • 07: Dare #13 – Completed – Fight Night – Muay Thai Boxing (17)
    • 06: The Bungalow Bounce (12)
    • 05: Paradise Defined (16)
    • 04: Dare # 7 – Completed – Let’s Here It For Ladyboys (18)
    • 04: Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach (2)
    • 03: The Aftermath (10)
    • 02: GeckoGo – A Fun And Friendly Travel Planning Site (7)
    • 02: Thailand’s Full Moon Party – July 2008 (11)
    • 01: The Night Before Full Moon Mayhem (8)
  • July 2008 (31)
    • 31: Surprise: A Quiet Night (10)
    • 30: Three’s Company (2)
    • 29: Beach Party 2 – Electric Boogaloo (16)
    • 28: Interview With Travel Writer Thomas Kohnstamm (14)
    • 27: Fun With Fire On Haad Rin (6)
    • 26: Island Hop – Koh Samui To Koh Phangan (4)
    • 25: Kayaking Ang Thong National Marine Park (16)
    • 24: Chaweng Beach Life (19)
    • 23: Bye Bye Bangkok, Hello Koh Samui (11)
    • 22: Dare #12, Completed? – Vindaloo Consumption (In India) (13)
    • 21: Chatuchak Weekend Market And Siam Paragon (17)
    • 20: Dare #9, Completed – Motorcycle Mayhem (6)
    • 19: Wat Pho’s Reclining Buddha (3)
    • 18: The Grand Palace And The Emerald Buddha Temple (7)
    • 17: Culture Shock (12)
    • 16: Touchdown In Bangkok (16)
    • 15: Superstar Service On THAI Airways (10)
    • 14: Welcome To Thailand (5)
    • 13: Final Thoughts, Incredible India (14)
    • 12: Dare #11 – Failed – Ride The Roof Of An Indian Train (10)
    • 12: India’s War Memorial And Humayun’s Tomb (7)
    • 11: Bukhara, Delhi’s Best Restaurant (18)
    • 10: Family Night (4)
    • 09: Exploring Old Delhi, Jama Masjid And The Red Fort (8)
    • 08: Doing The Delhi Hustle (3)
    • 07: My Last Indian Train Ride (8)
    • 06: The Surreal India-Pakistan Border Ceremony (15)
    • 05: Sikhism’s Golden Temple In Amritsar (8)
    • 04: Steve’s Birthday, My Departure (8)
    • 03: Marie Arrives (5)
    • 02: My Daily Life In McLeod Ganj (17)
  • June 2008 (28)
    • 27: Tibetan Acupuncture And Massage (30)
    • 26: Day 4 – A Return To Civilization (11)
    • 25: Day 3 (cont.) – Dangerous Descent (21)
    • 24: Free Tibet! (4)
    • 24: Day 3 – Redemption At 4,320 Meters (11)
    • 23: Day 2, Crossing The Snowline (25)
    • 22: Day 1 – Heading Into The Mountains (4)
    • 21: Arranging A Trek To Indrahar Pass (17)
    • 20: Class Schedule: Thangka Painting And Tibetan Cooking (6)
    • 19: A Teaching By His Holiness The Dalai Lama (6)
    • 18: Making My Way To McLeod Ganj (6)
    • 17: Agra Fort And Kites At Sunset (11)
    • 16: The Taj Mahal (16)
    • 15: Arriving In Agra (12)
    • 14: A Sunset Stroll Along The Ghats (4)
    • 13: An Early Morning Visit To Sarnath (21)
    • 12: Hot, Hot Varanasi (8)
    • 11: Meditating Under The Bodhi Tree (8)
    • 10: Monasteries And Mahabodhi Temple (8)
    • 09: Pilgrimage To Bodhgaya (19)
    • 08: Different Directions (9)
    • 07: Day 3 – Yumthang – Valley Of The Flowers (4)
    • 06: Day 2 – The Tsopta Valley And Jeep Drama (14)
    • 05: Day 1, Big Waterfalls, Long Drive (3)
    • 04: Yak Rides At Tsomgo Lake (20)
    • 03: Good Time Gangtok (14)
    • 02: Sikkim Bound (8)
    • 01: Himalayan Sunrise And Buddhist Monasteries (2)
  • May 2008 (24)
    • 31: The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (4)
    • 29: Regular Updates To Resume Soon! (12)
    • 22: Mt. Kanchenjunga, A Tea Plantation, And The Snow Leopard (12)
    • 21: Getting To Know D-town (24)
    • 20: The Rocky Road To Darjeeling (11)
    • 19: Nepal-India Border Crossing (11)
    • 18: Final Thoughts: 7 Weeks In Nepal (5)
    • 17: More Images From Boudhnath Stupa (1)
    • 16: Inspire Yourself at HotelClub’s Travel Blog (3)
    • 16: Daily Life In Boudha (4)
    • 15: How To Obtain An Indian Visa In Kathmandu (4)
    • 14: First Hand Account Of China’s Earthquake (3)
    • 14: Hinduism’s Holy Pashupatinath Temple (16)
    • 13: Blissful Boudhnath Stupa (15)
    • 11: Patan’s Durbar Square Sans Camera (0)
    • 10: Touring Swayambhunath Stupa (4)
    • 09: Kathmandu’s Durbar Square (20)
    • 08: Thangka Shopping (7)
    • 06: Dares, Polls, And India (31)
    • 05: Leaving Pokhara For Kathmandu (0)
    • 04: Rafting Nepal’s Kali Gandaki River (10)
    • 03: Saying Goodbye…Again (4)
    • 02: Paddling Phewa Lake (6)
    • 01: My 3-Day Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Course (10)
  • April 2008 (34)
    • 30: Morning Hike To The World Peace Pagoda (4)
    • 29: I Want To Fly Like An Eagle (8)
    • 28: Final Thoughts – Annapurna Sanctuary Trek (57)
    • 27: Day 10 – When The Night Feels My Song (2)
    • 27: Day 9 – Learning To Fly (8)
    • 26: Day 8 – Waiting For The Sun (4)
    • 26: Day 7 – Living For Today (8)
    • 25: Day 6 – The 59th Street Bridge Song (0)
    • 25: Day 5 – Beautiful Day (0)
    • 24: Day 4 – Silent In The Morning (0)
    • 24: Day 3 – Snow (Hey Oh) (1)
    • 23: Day 3 – Wasn’t Born To Follow (14)
    • 23: Day 2 – Ballad Of Easy Rider (0)
    • 22: Day 1 – Shelter From The Storm (0)
    • 22: Ready, Steady, Abort (0)
    • 21: Final Trekking Preparations (10)
    • 21: Meeting Gela (10)
    • 20: Holding Pattern (0)
    • 20: The Road To Pokhara (14)
    • 19: Cultural Acclimatization (10)
    • 18: Trekking Stores And Permits (1)
    • 18: Touchdown In Kathmandu (2)
    • 18: Come Fly With Me (Over The Himalaya) (22)
    • 17: Final Thoughts: China (10)
    • 17: A Late Last Night In China (4)
    • 16: The Sichuan Opera (9)
    • 16: Little Tibet Revisited (12)
    • 15: Hot Pot Adventures (3)
    • 15: The People’s Park (11)
    • 14: My First And Last Ba Guan Treatment (58)
    • 13: I’m Back (24)
    • 05: You Can’t Always Get What You Want (16)
    • 03: Are You A True Playa? (6)
    • 01: The Art Of Foot Massages In China (0)
  • March 2008 (34)
    • 30: Street Food And The Hemp House (13)
    • 28: Chow Time: Pig’s Tail And Chicken Gizzards (5)
    • 27: A Program Note (8)
    • 27: Little Tibet (5)
    • 25: Spa Life, Giant Pandas, And Movie Night (10)
    • 24: Wenshu Monastery and Tibet Preparations (8)
    • 23: Mission Impossible: Obtain Chengdu-Lhasa Train Ticket (4)
    • 22: Plotting My Next Move (4)
    • 22: Rain, Tea, And WiFi At Texas Pete’s (0)
    • 21: Friday Night Lasers (4)
    • 20: Rendezvous With Charlie (4)
    • 18: Shenzhen Sights And Snooker (1)
    • 18: Crossing Into Mainland China (6)
    • 17: Final Thoughts: Macau (4)
    • 17: Farewell Macau (2)
    • 16: Turtle Casserole (10)
    • 15: Uprisings In Tibet (16)
    • 15: Lazy By Day, High Rollers By Night (3)
    • 14: Visiting Macau, The Las Vegas Of The East (8)
    • 13: Final Thoughts: Hong Kong (6)
    • 12: Indian Visa And Last Night In Hong Kong (3)
    • 12: World’s Largest Outdoor Seated Bronze Buddha (6)
    • 11: Escalators, Victoria Peak, Dance Mania, And A Light Show (1)
    • 10: Electronics Shopping At The Golden Computer Center (16)
    • 09: Contemplating My Nepal Trek (23)
    • 08: Trains, Visas, And Laptops (19)
    • 07: DuFu’s Cottage (0)
    • 07: Getting My Bearings (15)
    • 06: Touchdown In Hong Kong (6)
    • 05: Final Thoughts: Singapore (16)
    • 04: Sayonara Singapore (12)
    • 03: Hello Malaysia, Goodbye Malaysia (5)
    • 02: School Daze, Crab A La Bourdain, And Durian (8)
    • 01: Merlion, Snakes, And Singapore Slings (8)
  • February 2008 (33)
    • 29: Couchsurfing Singapore (6)
    • 28: Odds And Ends After 3 Months Of Travel (14)
    • 27: Final Thoughts: Indonesia (2)
    • 27: Adios Amigos (13)
    • 26: Partying In Kuta (1)
    • 25: Off To Ubud for Suckling Pig and Monkeys (5)
    • 25: Dare #5 – Completed – Monkey Business (4)
    • 24: Back To Kuta And Ulu Watu (4)
    • 23: Come Waste Your Time With Me (22)
    • 22: The Day After (16)
    • 21: Beach, Bikes, Sunset, Seafood, Drinks (13)
    • 20: Island Life (12)
    • 19: Night 1 on Gili T – Making Friends (6)
    • 18: Gili Trawangan – Welcome To My Paradise (7)
    • 17: World’s Most Expensive Mosquito Coils (17)
    • 16: Vietnam Visa Entry Online (3)
    • 15: Heading East to Lombok (2)
    • 14: Scooter-Born Prostitute Rips Me Off (19)
    • 12: 3 Travel Bloggers Survive Torrential Rains (14)
    • 11: Exploring Inland Bali (8)
    • 10: The Good Life – Massages and Spa Treatments (10)
    • 09: Bali Living 101 (12)
    • 08: Day 1 In Bali – Sensory Overload (12)
    • 07: Welcome To Kuta (14)
    • 06: …And I’m Off To Bali (11)
    • 05: Final Thoughts: Australia (10)
    • 05: Dare #4 – Completed – Devour Aussie Burger With the Lot (14)
    • 04: The 2008 Australian Open – Men’s Singles Final (7)
    • 04: Indulgence At The Lindt Chocolat Cafe (6)
    • 03: Couchsurfing Newtown and Getting Sick (8)
    • 03: Surf’s Up at Bondi Beach (11)
    • 02: The Opera House and Another Night Out (18)
    • 01: The Sights of Sydney – Queen Victoria Building and Darling Harbour (14)
  • January 2008 (23)
    • 31: Sydney FC vs. Melbourne Victory (5)
    • 30: Snorkeling On The Great Barrier Reef (6)
    • 29: Cairns Tropical Zoo (11)
    • 28: Arriving in Trinity Beach (16)
    • 27: Day 3 (of 3) – Whitehaven Beach and Captain Dave (4)
    • 26: Day 2 (of 3) – My First SCUBA Dive (13)
    • 25: Day 1 (of 3) – Sailing Amidst the Whitsunday Islands (10)
    • 24: Officially My Longest Trip (Ever!) (6)
    • 23: Dare #3 – Completed(?) – Eight is Enough (14)
    • 22: Let’s Go Surfing (10)
    • 21: Day 2 (of 2) – Fraser Island 4×4 Safari (3)
    • 20: Day 1 (of 2) – Fraser Island 4×4 Safari (12)
    • 19: Bus from Brisbane to Hervey Bay (11)
    • 18: 10 Hours in Surfer’s Paradise (14)
    • 14: Beautiful Balmy Byron Bay (35)
    • 12: Couchsurfing Brisbane (15)
    • 11: G’day Mate and Welcome to Australia (5)
    • 10: Final Thoughts: New Zealand (29)
    • 07: Poll: How Long Should I Spend in Bali? (16)
    • 06: Top Song: Snow (Hey Oh) by RHCP (8)
    • 04: Rest and Recovery in Christchurch (8)
    • 02: Fear Factor: Riding the World’s Highest Swing (29)
    • 01: Happy New Year (10)
  • December 2007 (24)
    • 31: Scenic Views of Queenstown (3)
    • 30: The Southern Alps, Lake Wanaka, and A Movie (2)
    • 29: Heli-Hiking Franz Joseph Glacier (13)
    • 28: Sailing South and Bone Carving (30)
    • 27: 6 Reasons To Pack Light (2)
    • 24: Merry Christmas from Queenstown! (37)
    • 24: Trivia Night Pays Off With Champagne and Beer (6)
    • 23: Random Thoughts in Wellington (5)
    • 21: Nerd Alert: Let’s Get Logistical (20)
    • 21: What I’m Eating (Might Surprise You) (16)
    • 18: Tramping the Tongariro Crossing (21)
    • 17: Video: Traditional Maori Haka Dance (22)
    • 15: Joining the Backpacker Bus Brigade (16)
    • 14: Hostel Life in Auckland (16)
    • 13: My Packing List Featured On Gadling.com (10)
    • 12: Dare #1 – Completed – Nose Pick @ Sky Tower (8)
    • 11: Canyoning – Abseils, Jumps, and Chutes (28)
    • 09: Goodbye Tahiti, Hello New Zealand (8)
    • 08: Driving a VW Down a Tahitian Mountain (11)
    • 08: Dare #2 – Completed – Boy Meets Girl (15)
    • 07: Moorea – Paradise Island (19)
    • 05: Better Pack Your Sense of Humor (32)
    • 04: Create Your Own Shade With Canopy Chairs (2)
    • 03: Greetings from French Polynesia (16)
  • November 2007 (21)
    • 30: Last Paycheck and I’m Off (10)
    • 29: New York State of Mind (10)
    • 29: Poll Results: The Backpack Weighs… (12)
    • 28: Poll: How Much Do You Think My Full Backpack Weighs? (8)
    • 27: Packing List (73)
    • 26: Damn It Feels Good To Be A Gangsta (6)
    • 25: Thank You’s (28)
    • 24: Medical and Travel Insurance Update (10)
    • 21: Video: Absinthe Shot (25)
    • 21: Hula Girls and Leis Mark My Goodbye at Work (9)
    • 20: Packing Preview (4)
    • 19: Attending the 2008 Australian Open (8)
    • 16: 10 of My Favorite Posts (from the Archives) (6)
    • 14: Random Updates (18)
    • 12: Mission Possible: Couchsurf Tahiti (4)
    • 11: Driver Found – VW Sold – Good Times Ahead (12)
    • 08: Choosing a Malaria Medication (32)
    • 06: Driver Wanted – Selling My 2002 VW Jetta 1.8T (11)
    • 05: Destination Tahiti (16)
    • 04: Moving Day (and Surviving Uhaul) (4)
    • 02: Friday – My Everything Day (8)
  • October 2007 (21)
    • 30: Pack It Up, Pack It In (16)
    • 29: Resignation Day – Goodbye TPS Reports, Hello World! (35)
    • 28: The Music of Pennywise (3)
    • 27: Note To Self: Take A Chill Pill (1)
    • 26: The Final Countdown (12)
    • 23: Introducing “Dare Me!” (12)
    • 21: 3 Ways I Am Spending $$ Earned From Selling My Possessions (13)
    • 19: Plotting A New Life Via Whiteboard (12)
    • 18: E*Trade Banking Update (6)
    • 17: I Love eMove.com (2)
    • 15: Obtaining My Certificate of Title For a Vehicle (20)
    • 13: Freecycling My Way to Freedom (6)
    • 12: Backpacker Video of the Week (2)
    • 10: Opening E*Trade Checking and Complete Savings Accounts (22)
    • 09: Two Travel Bloggers Meet At An Irish Pub… (17)
    • 08: Marcel’s – French Dining At Its Finest (11)
    • 07: Reserving Storage Space (9)
    • 05: Backpacker Video of the Week (4)
    • 04: Physical Therapy Begins (8)
    • 02: Q3 Savings Update for My Trip Around the World (4)
    • 01: Clarendon Day 2007 – Arlington’s Biggest Festival (6)
  • September 2007 (24)
    • 29: Thoughts Over the Atlantic (5)
    • 27: Hosting My Second Couchsurfer (3)
    • 25: The Wonderful World of Kneecaps (4)
    • 24: My 31st Birthday Dinner At Delhi Club (18)
    • 22: Missing My Flight Home (0)
    • 21: Backpacker Video of the Week (4)
    • 19: Eurail Passes Are a Must for European Travel (2)
    • 18: GoBackpacking’s Comment Policy (1)
    • 17: Ben’s Chili Bowl – A Washington, DC Landmark (8)
    • 16: Absinthe and My Last Day of Work (0)
    • 15: My Last Night in Europe (0)
    • 14: Backpacker Video of the Week (0)
    • 13: GoBackpacking Needs Your Vote (0)
    • 12: National Air Force Memorial (2)
    • 11: Petzl Zipka Plus LED Headlamp (13)
    • 10: Sushi and Sashimi Adventures in DC (6)
    • 09: Backpacking Humor (4)
    • 08: Canterbury and Returning to Paris (0)
    • 07: Backpacker Video of the Week (0)
    • 05: Caving in Belize’s Actun Tunichil Muknal (8)
    • 04: Key Dates Before Leaving the USA (0)
    • 03: Press Release: Lonely Planet Launches Pick & Mix Product (0)
    • 02: Tunebite Frees Copy-Protected Music Files (1)
    • 01: Exploring the Aran Islands (0)
  • August 2007 (27)
    • 31: Backpacker Video of the Week (2)
    • 30: Shot Through the Arm, Yellow Fever to Blame (4)
    • 29: A Tale of Two Brothers (6)
    • 28: The Last Temptation of Work (4)
    • 27: A Video Introduction (21)
    • 26: Inspirational Interlude (5)
    • 25: Walking Along the Precipitous Cliffs of Moher (0)
    • 24: GoBackpacking Featured on MySpace News (10)
    • 23: 99 Days Until Departure (12)
    • 22: 5 Common Approaches to Traveling the World (0)
    • 21: Travel Fear – Knackered Knees (10)
    • 20: Storing Photos For The Road (5)
    • 19: My Monthly Business Trips to Richmond (0)
    • 18: The Ring of Kerry and The Rose of Tralee (6)
    • 16: Get2Israel – Online Access to Israeli Travel and Tours (0)
    • 15: Coffee and Travel Talk (2)
    • 13: The 150-Country Auto-Detecting Travel Adapter and Converter (30)
    • 12: David Beckham Debuts Vs. DC United (6)
    • 11: Killarney and The Blarney Stone (0)
    • 09: Dental Dilemma IV – A Crowning Achievement (0)
    • 08: The Last Kiss (0)
    • 06: New and Improved Route for Oceania and Asia (6)
    • 05: Bhutanese Red Rice – A Surprise At the Supermarket (5)
    • 04: The Beautiful City of Kilkenny (6)
    • 03: Washington, DC is Full of Embassies (0)
    • 02: The Challenges of Entering Tibet from Nepal (0)
    • 01: The Ring of Kerry and The Rose of Tralee (0)
  • July 2007 (27)
    • 31: 5 Tips For Telling Your Parents About a RTW Trip (13)
    • 30: Capital One – My ‘Round the World Credit Card (2)
    • 29: 5 Takes in Bogota, Colombia (10)
    • 28: Travel Site Linkathon (4)
    • 28: In Dublin’s Fair City (1)
    • 27: Meet the Needles (0)
    • 26: The Costa Rica Connection (8)
    • 24: Creating the Ultimate MP3 Playlist (4)
    • 23: Postcards From the Edge (4)
    • 20: The Long Journey To Dublin, Ireland (0)
    • 18: Check Out My First Online Interview (4)
    • 17: Ripping CD’s For a Creative Zen V Plus 8GB Portable Media Player (10)
    • 16: Visas for New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Thailand (11)
    • 15: My VW and The Wheel Bearings of Doom (0)
    • 14: London: The Theater, Pubs, and Clubs (3)
    • 13: Recommended Reading (6)
    • 12: Dental Dilemma III – Mo Money, Mo Problems (6)
    • 11: The Inspiring Lyrics of Metallica’s Road Anthem (2)
    • 10: Stuff I Am Not Planning (4)
    • 08: An Interlude for WordPress Bloggers (6)
    • 07: A Hovercraft, The Cliffs of Dover, and “Rent” (0)
    • 06: I Will Miss The Little Things (4)
    • 05: Check Out My First TV Interview! (4)
    • 04: Transitions Abroad Magazine (0)
    • 03: Drafting My Will, Financial Power of Attorney, and More (2)
    • 02: Wanderlust and Lipstick: The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo (9)
    • 01: Q2 Savings Update For My Trip Around the World (6)
  • June 2007 (22)
    • 30: The Louvre, Chartres, and a Royal With Cheese (0)
    • 28: Gadget Talk – $20 MP3 Player and Kingston TravelLite SD Reader (10)
    • 26: Another Social Travel Network – GlobalFreeloaders.com (9)
    • 25: Picking a Trek: Annapurna Circuit v. Everest Base Camp (28)
    • 23: AirNinja.com – Fly Discount Airlines and Save (2)
    • 23: A Return To Venice (0)
    • 21: Travel Writing Revisited (8)
    • 20: Do I Want To Attend The 2008 Olympics in China? (1)
    • 19: Immunizations, Vaccines, and Shots (Oh My!) (21)
    • 18: Top 10 Travel Tips (circa 1999) (26)
    • 17: The Vatican, And The Angel Sleeping Next To Me (1)
    • 16: Rome Is Too Big To Have Been Built In One Day (1)
    • 14: WordPress Plugin, Recommended Reading, and My Week in Review (15)
    • 13: Reflecting Upon My Couchsurfing Experiences (17)
    • 12: Hosting My First Couchsurfer (11)
    • 09: Saying GoodBye to My Friends in Florence (2)
    • 07: I Got My Casio Pathfinder Watch, Now Need Advice (15)
    • 06: Passport Renewal Completed (13)
    • 05: I Just Bought a Casio Pathfinder Watch (22)
    • 04: Travel Channel’s 5 Takes – Latin America (10)
    • 03: The Decision to Split Up in Europe (0)
    • 01: My Last 2 Weeks in Review (3)
  • May 2007 (25)
    • 31: Staying Motivated to Travel Long Term (0)
    • 28: Bachelor Party Weekend in New York City (5)
    • 26: 5 Idiots Arrive in Lake Como – Italy’s Premiere Vacation Spot (4)
    • 23: Budgeting for a Trip Around the World (0)
    • 22: Popular Travel Games – Cards, Chess, Charrades, and more (7)
    • 21: Chef Ferran Adria’s El Bulli – #1 Restaurant in the World (9)
    • 20: 10 Rules for Coping with Panic Attacks (3)
    • 18: WordPress Plugins and My Week in Review (8)
    • 17: 7 Small Ways to Start Increasing Your Savings Today (0)
    • 16: Trekking in Nepal (8)
    • 15: What Indiana Jones Taught Me About Faith (2)
    • 14: Travel Decision – How Much to Keep in Storage? (7)
    • 13: Another Donation Trip to the Salvation Army (6)
    • 12: Venice, Renaissance Art, and the Police (3)
    • 11: WordPress Nofollow SEO Plugin (13)
    • 11: Recommended Reading and My Week in Review (1)
    • 09: 5 Techniques to Save BIG Money (14)
    • 08: Travel Dispatch from Vietnam (circa 2001) (5)
    • 07: Cambodia and The Killing Fields (10)
    • 06: National Geographic Adventure, Gourmet, and Buddhadharma (2)
    • 05: My First Day in Venice, Italy (0)
    • 04: New Google Page Rank (10)
    • 02: 8 Surefire Strategies for Eliminating Debt (2)
    • 02: Affiliate Spotlight – Order Free Travel Brochures (2)
    • 01: Tequila Shot Heard ‘Round the World (9)
  • April 2007 (25)
    • 30: Around the World Travel – Domain of the Wealthy? (5)
    • 29: Travel Fear – Food Poisoning (9)
    • 27: WordPress Plugins and My Week in Review (10)
    • 26: Establishing Travel and Financial Goals (6)
    • 25: Creative Travel Blog Advertising with MOO.com (7)
    • 24: Counting Down to Departure (11)
    • 22: 5 Reasons Why I Travel (8)
    • 22: Celebrate Earth Day – Change a Light Bulb (0)
    • 21: Buddhism Inspired Contemplation in Costa Rica (6)
    • 18: The Decision to Backpack Around the World (1)
    • 16: My Pre-Departure Task List (10)
    • 15: 6 Bathroom Comforts I Miss On The Road (3)
    • 15: Prague Is The Bomb! (0)
    • 14: Response to “Blogging Awards, Do We Really Need Them?” (5)
    • 12: GoBackpacking Nominated for Best Travel Blog (1)
    • 10: My Top 5 Most Hilarious Travel Photos (9)
    • 09: Escape to New York City (Part 2 of 3) (1)
    • 08: Escape To New York City (Part 1 of 3) (0)
    • 06: Text Link Ads – Create Recurring Revenue With Ease (19)
    • 05: WordPress Plugins, Recommended Reading, and My Week In Review (3)
    • 04: Would You Accept A Sponsored Trip Around The World? (24)
    • 03: 4 Essential Tips For The Bald Traveler (6)
    • 02: Desire (and World Stompers Book Review) (1)
    • 01: 2007 Cherry Blossom Festival In Full Bloom (6)
    • 01: Why You Should Visit John Chow Dot Com (Today) (3)
  • March 2007 (20)
    • 31: 5 Days In Amsterdam Is 1 Too Many (3)
    • 29: Why Ignorance Can Be Bliss On The Road (5)
    • 28: 5 Reasons Why I Blog (12)
    • 25: Passport Renewal and My First Travel Writing Assignment (7)
    • 24: Whitewater Rafting in Costa Rica (0)
    • 23: Design Updates, Recommended Blogs, and A Pay Raise Realized (4)
    • 22: Why I Said “No” to a VIP Trip to Montreal (2)
    • 21: Remembering Rome by Moonlight (3)
    • 20: Dental Dilemma II – The Aftermath (0)
    • 18: New Features Added to Site (8)
    • 17: Ireland – The Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, and the Aran Islands (0)
    • 16: Charlie in China – Reconnecting with a Friend Abroad (0)
    • 15: Annual Bonus, Savings Update, Etc. (3)
    • 14: The Famous Yaks of Manali, India (3)
    • 12: Exploring India’s Lake Rewalsar Region (1)
    • 11: Casual Adventure, Best Gear Store on Earth (0)
    • 10: Lounging in Cahuita, Costa Rica (1)
    • 07: Dental Dilemma (3)
    • 06: Adventure Travel’s Annual Expo (1)
    • 02: Coming Attractions: Travel Writing, Adventure Expo and more (0)
  • February 2007 (13)
    • 28: Dharamsala, India – Home of His Holiness the Dalai Lama (3)
    • 26: Inside India – Packing List and Travel Tips (2)
    • 25: The Secret of My Success (2)
    • 21: Tribewanted.com – Internet Community Goes Tribal (1)
    • 19: The Amazing Race and Peking Duck (0)
    • 18: My Backpack Tells A Story (5)
    • 15: You’d Better Belize It (1)
    • 14: Living for Today (0)
    • 10: One of Those Days (2)
    • 08: Great Balls of Fire (0)
    • 06: Survival of the Fattest (2)
    • 03: An Inconvenient Truth (0)
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