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Family on the Loose: The Art of Traveling With Kids

Did you think your travel days were over when you had kids? Think again. This guide – a complete guide to family travel – not only debunks that myth, but shows how family travel can inspire a whole new worldview – that of creativity, reflection, intercultural learning, and looking both near and far for life-changing experiences.

What You Need to Know Before Getting in a Rickshaw

by Sydney Kahl / Sep 23, 2013 / 0 comments

In Delhi, India, people resort to using all sorts of modes of transportation - with their first priorities being going fast and conveniently. Before you jump in this common yellow and green, small, open air, three-wheeled vehicle, there are a few things you should know

A Visit to the Sewage Museum (I Lived to tell the Tale)

by Anevay Darlington / Sep 18, 2013 / 0 comments

La Ville Lumière (the City of Lights) is the perfect nickname for Paris, as 24 hours a day, the city is bathed in the light from street lamps and twinkling candles in restaurant windows.

An Insider’s Guide to Disney’s SOARIN’

by M Blanco / Sep 15, 2013 / 0 comments

I am a big Disney fan and have many favorite rides in all four parks, including downtown Disney and the two water parks.

Hotbed of innovation, research, and development discovered in the Amazon

Have you ever been awe-struck by nature’s engineering prowess and thought to yourself, “how in the world is that possible?” or “wouldn’t it be great if humans could do that?” Did it ever occur to you to think of nature as a big research and development firm with over 3 million consultants and over 3.8 billion years of experience?

Rolf Potts: Vagabonding at 42

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Sep 04, 2013 / 0 comments

Summer. Everyone has their own tradition. Many travel to exotic destinations 'round the globe. Others like to soak up the sun with pool parties, long days with friends on the beach, BBQs, and maybe an occasional moonlit party, topped of course with that godawful summer pop playlist you only listen to for those few months.

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Alien Citizen: Third Culture Kids, from Everywhere and Nowhere

Are you a Third Culture Kid (TCK)? You know who you are - having grown up around the world, you're comfortable anywhere in the world. Sometimes you have itchy feet, while at other times you long to put down roots (if even for a bit) - but maybe with people, not necessarily with a place.

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Follow the Fromage…

As anyone (anyone!) who has been to France knows quite well, fromage in France is, well…there’s nothing like it. Fromage (cheese) is almost a religion there – and rightly so.

How Much Can You See On Your First Day in the UK?

by Wido Peppinck / Aug 24, 2013 / 0 comments

Monday 29th April

Arriving from Australia into Heathrow early on a Monday morning, my partner Alison and I recovered our luggage and made our way towards the immigration and customs areas. Though we should have been tired after a seven hour flight from Dubai preceded by an eleven hour flight from Australia, we were in fact elated and full of energy. We exited the Airbus A380, and made our way to the baggage collection area.

Cool Museums in Florida

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Aug 22, 2013 / 0 comments

Guess what? There are plenty of things to do in Florida that don’t involve theme parks and water sports!

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