A lot of water has flowed under the bridge of life since I started writing this blog, a little more than nine years ago, under the not-terribly-futureproof moniker, Travels with a Nine-Year-Old. The nine-year-old is now 18, and within months of graduating high school. Next stop? A year out (some of it in China), then university, almost certainly in the UK for PPE (Politics, Philosophy and ... (c) EscapeArtistes - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Prague. It’s sort of like that beautiful friend you have that everyone knows is beautiful but never quite gets the attention they deserves. Let’s give them some attention. I first visited Prague, Czech Republic in 2010 with my mom and aunt as they were travelling around Europe with me. Our travel video of Prague tells that story. While it wasn’t a place I knew much about, many people had recommended to check it ... (c) Backpack with Brock - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
The new cloud-based version of my Gear Calculator Spreadsheet is available now! You can use this free tool to design your own custom backpacking and hiking gear list, automatically calculate weight and costs and see how different gear will affect your pack weight and budget. The new version is designed to work with Google Sheets, so you no longer need Excel or any special software (and it’s even easier to use.) Here’s... (c) Erik The Black's Backpacking Blog - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
The more time you spend reading about, writing about, and generally immersing yourself in outdoor culture, you will begin to see trends. I, for example, have noticed trends recently occurring in a couple of major directions. One major trend is a branch of running called Barefoot Running which I recently wrote about. Another trend is in the climbing world where Slacklining has taken fans by storm (it's fun, try it). The last trend I will mention here is ... (c) The Adventure Lifestyle Blog - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Home of the famous Barbaresco and Barolo vineyards, white truffles and the Slow Food Movement, Italy’s Piedmont region is a must-visit destination for 2019, perfect for foodies, wine enthusiasts and anyone interested in history, beautiful scenery and cultural touring. We recently caught up with Giuditta Gallo, owner of the 400-year old Relais San Maurizio, a Relais... (c) Artisans of Leisure – Luxury Travel Blog – Artisans of Leisure - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
The Amalfi Coast, the beautiful southern coast of the Sorrento peninsula is named after one of its towns Amalfi. With right it is one of Italy’s most popular holiday destinations. The beauty of this steeply sloping rocky coastline, in whose ravines and inlets small enchanting towns lie, is unique. Each of these towns has its (c) Luxury Travel Tips and Vacation Ideas - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Whether its ritzy Los Cabos, artsy San José del Cabo or laid-back bohemian enclave Todos Santos that appeals, Mexico’s Baja California Sur is the perfect destination for those in search of a quick and...via JustLuxe.com (c) JustLuxe: LuxuryTravel News - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Categories: Best OfStoriesBody: There she sat, at a VERY popular Free Comic Book Day at Fanfare Comics, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Though her table was swamped, we still edged in to ask about her book, which has a gorgeous cover and an intriguing title. Enter author Stacey Filak (and her book) into ... (c) Wandering Educators - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Filed under: North America, United States, Airports, Travel Security Associated Press Sure, some of these travel tips are basic. But Thanksgiving travel is looking to be an even bigger mess than normal this year, especially around the East Coast. So this 90-second refresher from Samantha Brown and Mark "Hawkeye Louis" could save you hours.Continue reading 4 Thanksgiving Travel Tips to (c) Gadling - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
We visited Moosehead Lake in Maine for two main reasons: hiking and fall foliage. But these aren’t the only things to do in Moosehead Lake, and fall isn’t the only season to visit. There are a number of great things to do in Moosehead Lake, most involving the great outdoors, and many can be done in any season. Moosehead Pinnacle PursuitThe main reason we traveled to Maine’s Moosehead Lake region was to complete part of the Moosehead Pinnacle Pursuit. The Moosehead Pinnacle Pursuit is a hiking challenge to peak six mountains in the area: Mount Kineo, Borestone Mountain, Big Moose... (c) Travel the World - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
It’s only February, but 2019 is already shaping up to be another kickass year for innovative travel tech. For travel photogs, in particular, we’re practically living in a Golden Age. As proof, these four gadgets are among the best travel photography accessories of 2019 (so far …). Best Travel Photography Accessories for 2019 Lume Cube AIR LED Light Floating Palm Feature Optional Good lighting is critical to good photography. But, it can be tricky to ... (c) Vagabondish - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
The City of Angels offers so much to see and do, but as any local knows, sometimes you have to escape the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles’ gridlock and smog. Of course, part of escaping the traffic is not having to fight it on the way out, which is why you... (c) Four Jandals Adventure Travel Blog - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
I have undergone some unpleasant eating experiences in my time. Decades have passed since I repressed my gag reflex to swallow rancid, sandy goat fat in the depths of the Mauritanian Sahara, but many more will pass before I forget it. In China, once upon a time, I was sufficiently unwise to utter the phrase ‘Oh, I eat anything!’, which led to me expanding my repertoire to both chicken feet and chicken heads, though mercifully no bear paw, tiger parts or genitalia. (Thanks, China!) Because I like challenging my own... (c) EscapeArtistes - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
At a very elementary level, I enjoy design, art and architecture, but in ways that are probably largely unconscious for me. I know if I like something, or don’t, when I see it but my intellectual curiosity has never led me to explore these subjects in any great detail. That was one reason of many why ... (c) LandLopers - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Happy Thanksgiving – Canadian Style. Yes, we too celebrate Thanksgiving, without the pilgrims, and a month earlier. You see, it gets colder sooner so we need to bring in all those crops before the frost comes and destroys them. It gives us more time to build our igloos too. Naturally at this time of year I am feeling thankful, though that tends to carry through the other 364 days of the year as well. During this ‘extra’ thankful time, I was pondering what I could reflect about here on the blog and that’s when ... (c) Backpack with Brock - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Are you an outdoor educator? Or do you prefer outdoor recreation? See how you stack up against some of these criteria.Outdoor Recreation:You prefer to spend your day alone bagging peaks.Prussik KnotYou can tackle a 5.10 route without breaking a sweat. You live for 5.11's.You preferred gym classes in school and participated in a lot of competitive sports.You travel and like to take rafting trips, visit major National Parks and spend time at beautiful landmarks.You have organized groups of friends to join you on ... (c) The Adventure Lifestyle Blog - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
We asked Artisans of Leisure founder and CEO Ashley Isaacs Ganz to share some favorite experiences in Ireland based on her most recent visit to this beautiful country. Read more about her tour and the best of Ireland. Q.) Tell us about your trip. Where did you go? I traveled all over the country, and I also spent some time in Northern Ireland. I had never been to Belfast before… …and I enjoyed exploring the city’s highlights, including renowned pubs… …antiques ... (c) Artisans of Leisure – Luxury Travel Blog – Artisans of Leisure - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Spain points with beautiful beaches and stunning landscapes, which is a reason why tourist crowds come to visit it every year in summer. Paradizo thought to introduce you some places that are not so known so you can escape the tourist crowds in summer and enjoy your holiday in a more authentically setting. (c) Luxury Travel Tips and Vacation Ideas - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Imagine waking up every morning to views of a sparkling, blue sea for as far as the eye can see and allowing the sound of the crashing waves drown out all of your anxiety? Say goodbye to the winter blues and book a stay at the newly renovated ...via JustLuxe.com (c) JustLuxe: LuxuryTravel News - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
My experience in China Airlines business class did not start well—though to be fair, my day wasn’t going great as it was. After arriving to the airport on a Narita Express train that was nearly 30 minutes behind schedule, I managed to get through security at what I thought was the last minute, only to find that boarding had been significantly delayed. Once at the gate, each agent insisted on performing the same document check herself, with the last one attempting to make me wait until general boarding to take seat 10A. I was relieved when I ... (c) Leave Your Daily Hell - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Categories: Best OfStoriesBody: I got the great chance to interview the extremely talented Quentin Oliver Lee, who phenomenally plays the Phantom in our favorite rendition of The Phantom Of The Opera, currently playing at Miller Auditorium at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and touring both in the US and worldwide. We touched on not only personal details of what it is like to play such a demanding, iconic role, but also how to keep up and running vocally (always important when... (c) Wandering Educators - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Filed under: Food and Drink, North America, Canada, United StatesGetty Images So you've finished your Thanksgiving dinner and you're finally sick of turkey leftovers. It's time to get out there and hit the great new restaurant that just opened in your hometown or wherever you're spending the holidays. (FYI: Aol Travel knows the hot restaurants in cities around the U.S.) Wherever you go, remember that there are appropriate ways to behave. And... (c) Gadling - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Never say never. That has always been one of my mantras. And yet, there was one thing I said I would never do. I said I would never, ever, ever stay in a hostel. Hostels are for solo travelers, super budget travelers, backpackers, and kids in their late teens or early twenties, right? We don’t fit into any of those categories. The thought of sharing a room ... (c) Travel the World - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
Winter in Washington, DC is not our best season. While it varies from year to year, cold temps and snow are fairly common and, along with the dark days, makes for a slightly depressing few months. While a great spot to visit any time of year, it’s this mild seasonal affective disorder that had me so excited to head south for a few days of some much needed rest and ... (c) LandLopers - Read entire story here. … [Read more]
