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Tips For Memorializing A Great Trip

Do you live for those once-in-a-lifetime adventure vacations? These fantastic trips can take you on African safaris and to exotic foreign countries, the bottom of the ocean and the tops of mountains. Of course, coming back to ordinary day-to-day life after an adventure can be a little depressing. Cleaning the bathroom, walking the dog or…Read more...

5 Reasons To Hike Guinea’s Magnificent Fouta Djallon

The Republic of Guinea–not to be confused with Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, nor Papa New Guinea–may be a country you haven’t heard much about. Tucked snugly in the middle of Francophone West Africa, Guinea is a nation generally known for its painfully inefficient leadership, a startling lack of basic infrastructure, and, presently and unfortunately, a fair…Read more...

20 Tips For Traveling Like A VIP On A Budget

Just because youโ€™re traveling on a budget doesnโ€™t mean you need to sleep in hostels and eat street food the whole time. In fact, it’s very possible to have a luxury vacation without breaking the bank. You just need to know a few tips and tricks, such as: Opt For A Vacation Rental Booking these…Read more...

Escape The City: A Rustic Retreat In Rosendale, New York

Not many people know about the worthwhile Manhattan escape of Rosendale. In fact, I live in New York at had still never heard of the tiny town. Luckily, a recent invitation to stay at The 1850 House & Tavern allowed me to explore charming Rosendale and its surroundings. To help you plan a rustic escape…Read more...

Smarter Travel: Effective Tips For Beating Jet Lag

Jet lag can be one of the most frustrating parts of travel. Generally, it takes one full day to recover for every time zone crossed. Who has time for that? Luckily, these tips can help you combat this dreaded condition. Before You Go Adjust Your Sleep Pattern Before you leave on your trip, start adjusting…Read more...

Why South America Is The Best Destination For Backpackers

In terms of long-term backpacking, I’ve done Europe twice, Ghana, South East Asia, China, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and — my personal favorite — South America. After three months making my way from Brazil, through Argentina, Patagonia, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and ending in the Galapagos, I realized South America provides a full and convenient…Read more...
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