How To Save Money in Dubai Dubai is a popular destination for tourists, with the world’s tallest building and the Middle East’s biggest airport, and even the very name evokes the image of gold-plated luxury and oil-money excess. Budget travelers need not be scared, though, and with just a bit of care towards spending […]
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Bicycles are one of the central aspects of life in Amsterdam, and yet very few tourists seem to make it one of the main parts of their visit to the capital of the Netherlands. Staying with a local friend on my last trip, all of the best stories of his adventures in Amsterdam involved
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The following should help you with most questions regarding trekking in Nepal. My 15 days in Helambu, Gosainkunda, Langtang Valley, and Tamang Heritage were some of the best hiking experiences of my life: incredible mountain views, tough climbs, unforgettable sunrises, friendly people, and interesting villages lost in time, were among the highlights. Trekking in Nepal
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11 Things to do in Bishkek Kyrgyzstan Catch Cultural Performances on the Cheap Whether looking for tickets to the Bishkek Philharmonic, State Puppet Theater, Russian Drama Theater, Opera and Ballet, or any of the other numerous theaters in town; tickets range from free to just a couple of dollars. Schedules can be a bit hard
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Travel and Tourism is inherently destructive to the environment. Transportation is carbon-emitting, hotels can have damaging effects, and even seemingly harmless activities like diving and trekking can take their toll on the earth. If we can’t stop traveling, at least we can try to minimize our impacts. Here are some ways to travel greener: Minimize
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Seoul is a city of four distinct seasons. I spent one August in the city and it was hot and humid. Winter is cold. If you don’t mind the cold, it’s worth it to visit for the winter atmosphere. Here are some great ideas of things to do in Seoul if you find yourself here
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How to Save Money in Iceland Although it’s become cheaper for foreign travelers since the banking crisis of 2008, Iceland can still be quite an expensive place to travel. Transportation (buses, car-rental, gasoline), restaurants, accommodation, souvenirs, and tours will put the biggest dent in the traveler’s budget. The only bargains are the local food products
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For some this is the quintessential China experience. I must admit, after countless bus rides, hotel check-ins, and big city headaches, this river’s foggy stillness came as a relief. It may be extremely popular and touristy, but there is no denying the beauty that this river and the Three Gorges possess. Choose your Cruise There
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By Stephen Bugno In the past 14 months, I’ve driven across the United States more than 16,000 miles (25,750 km) during two extended road trips. Some of my earliest travel memories are from a Vegas to Albuquerque road trip through the southwestern US as a nine year-old. Over the years, I’ve learned a thing or
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Oktoberfest has long become an international tourist destination. And while most of the Munich natives certainly speak some English, the festival still retains its traditional Bavarian origins. (To read more about that, check out my article on the history of the Oktoberfest. Also, see our Best Places to Stay in Munich for Oktoberfest) When celebrating
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