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Matador Member Launches Yoga & Meditation Social Network
Kungaroo is especially for travelers. More »
Travel to Cuba–Legally
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New York's Katonah Museum of Art offers US citizens the opportunity to travel to Cuba legally. More »
Massive Quake Brings Aussies & Kiwis Closer…Literally
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Earthquake shortens the distance between New Zealand and Australia. More »
Planning for the Pamplona Bull Run
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If you're going to run with the big boys, you'd better be prepared. More »
Expats Launch “Japan Discovered” on Twitter
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Two expats in Tokyo launch JapanDiscovered, the first travel tweetchat. More »
Pet Airways to Launch US Flights in July 2009
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Dog & cat owners in the US will soon have more travel options for their pets. More »
Swine Flu: What it Means for Travelers
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International officials say not to panic, but travelers are definitely being affected by the swine flu outbreak. More »
Kenya Reduces Visa Fees
Now, there's even more motivation to plan a Kenya trip: the country's tourism ministry has announced a reduction in visa fees that's effective now thr More »
Now Hiring Travelers: Spanish Government Wants Your Language Skills
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With the recession cramping even the most dedicated budget traveler’s style, it’s time to explore some different options More »
Inauguration 101: Everything You Need to Know
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Today marks exactly 30 days until the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States.
I’ll be in DC for the big even More »
Cuba-U.S. Relations Set to Normalize?
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Travelers who have visited Cuba tend to describe the island as a time capsule or a freeze frame 1950s-era photo.
In some ways, that’s true. More »
Newspapers Around the World
There are lots of online tools I use to get ready for trips and to stay connected with new friends once I’m back home.
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The World’s Best Spots for a Same-Sex Wedding
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Okay, so you’ve probably heard by now that Proposition 8 passed last night in California, banning same-sex marriage in the state.
It’s a More »
Somewhere Between Couchsurfing & a B&B
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You’re just not into couchsurfing, you’re over hosteling, you think hotels are too impersonal, but a bed and breakfast is beyond your bu More »
NYC for $38 a Night?!
Budget travelers, take note!
New York City is suddenly within your reach!
The Broadway Hotel & Hostel, a self-described “designer hoste More »
Dodge Poetry Festival: September 25-28
I’m not sure where I’ll be September 25-28, but if you’re in the US Northeast, it’s worth juggling around your schedule and More »
Freebie of the Week: Language & Travel Guide to Sicily
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It’s a guidebook.
It’s a history book.
It’s a language guide.
And it has two language CDs that can help whip your Sicilian into sha More »
Rate Your Guide With OurExplorer.com
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You’ve heard of Rate My Professors, right?
Well now, a new travel site offers a similar service – for local tour guides.
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U.S. Passport Card: Worth the Hassle?
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Christine Gilbert says skip the passport card and stick with the real deal. More »
Quebec City Festival: Starts Tomorrow!
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Editor’s Note: Quebec City’s Fêtes de la Nouvelle France Festival starts tomorrow and runs through August 10. Matador member Linda Handia More »
Know Vienna? Know Budapest? PlanetEye Wants You!
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If you know Vienna or Budapest like a local because you ARE a local, then PlanetEye wants to hear from you!
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This is the Life!
I’m not one to get excited about advertisements, but I have been noting the increasing interest that the liquor industry is demonstrating in t More »
Learning To Travel Light
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I have to admit, I’m not all that great at traveling light.
I’m far from the worst out there – More »
Top 10 Ways to Stretch Your Travel Dollar: Part 2
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Part 2 of our 2 part series on how to make your travel bucks go the extra mile.
For tips 1-5, click here.
6. Change your eating habits. Food is a bi More »
Top 10 Ways to Stretch Your Travel Dollar: Part 1
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Part 1 of our 2 part series on how to make your travel bucks go the extra mile.
Gas. Plane tickets. Luggage fees. Food.
No doubt about it, the cost More »
