Rules of the Road on Route 66
Jen Dragon and I made it to Chicago today to meet up with the other folks riding on the 12-day Route 66 road rally called the "Ride for the Relay". When I first received the invitation I really wanted...
View Article8 Co-Working Spaces in Asia For The Digital Nomad
I recently wrote this piece on my travel magazine and noticed a huge interest in the digital nomadic life. I have myself been enchanted by the freedom of jumping from one city to the other with the...
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4 Days of Euphoria in Greenville, SC
Few things bring such a sense of happiness and excitement as good food, fine beverages and great music served up among friends. You could say it's euphoric. Greenville, S.C. knows this well, having...
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Local Secrets Only a Seattleite Would Know
Global Yodel recently caught up with Instagram star Dan Cole to ask him about his home city of Seattle. He offered some great insight, local tips and beautiful photos. "I chose these photos because...
View ArticlePine Nuts: Mongol Style
As I am walking through the forest, my Mongolian friend, Baagi, throws up a bulky stick up into the branches of a pine tree. I stand cautiously back and look up to see two pinecones fall to the ground....
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Lock The Door And Don't Let Any More of Us In
What did one gringo say to the other gringo? "This used to be a nice little country until all the darn gringos showed up!" It may seem surprising that one of the most common complaints from expats...
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Six Warning Signs Your Hotel Is Not What It Seems
It has probably happened to everyone at least once: That charming B&B or upscale hotel turns out to be not quite as advertised when you see it in person. To avoid that kind of disappointment in...
View ArticleThis Year's Most Popular Destinations for Fall
Fall travel has a lot to recommend it: mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and shoulder-season rates. So what are the most popular destinations for autumn escapes? We asked Trivago.com, which gets more...
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The 5 Best Clothing-Optional Resorts In The World
By: Matt Meltzer Credit: Caliente Caribe When you hear the words "clothing-optional resort", one of two things come to mind: A sun-soaked orgy that makes your Spring Break memories feel like a Young...
View ArticleThe Biggest and Baddest Roller Coasters in the World
Thrill seekers everywhere flock to amusement parks and theme parks to find the scariest, stomach-turning rides on the planet. Though roller coasters aren't for the faint of heart, they do attract a...
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Ski Boot Buying 101: Fit Is The New Sexy
My favorite shoes are neither cute nor sexy and I typically can't wait to take them off at the end of the day. I spent a lot money and time choosing these oh-so-clunky kicks but they reward me every...
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Desert Detox: 6 Stunning Remote Resorts
Âİ Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort Billions of twinkling stars, breathtaking views, and miles from crushing crowds of tourists - if you're hoping for a true escape during your next vacation, the desert may...
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Route 66 Ride for the Relay, Day One
Saturday September 6, 2014: What a great first day Jen and I had on lush, beautiful historical Illinois Route 66! We started out bright and early at 7:00 am with the whole cadre of high tech...
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Best City for Fall: Chicago
If you're not thinking of Chicago as a fall destination, you are really missing out. Sure, leaf-peeping in New England, apple picking in Michigan and laughing at the rest of the country from California...
View ArticleTop 10 Harvest Festivals Around the World
There's a chill in the air and color on the trees in North America. Autumn brings pumpkin patches, apple picking and harvest celebrations. However, Mother Nature's bounty sparks rituals, celebrations...
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Planning a Trip to Disney World with Special Needs Kids
Disney World in Orlando (Photo Credit: Flickr/Anthony Quintano) "Surprise! We're going to Disney World!" We've all seen the videos where parents surprise the kids with a trip to Disney World. As a...
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Where to Fly for Savings This Fall
Time is running out for anyone still looking to use up their paid vacation days this year. Yet fall can be a great time to take advantage of off-peak prices, even amid the current trend of rising...
View ArticleAmerica's Snobbiest Cities (PHOTOS)
Who says New Yorkers are snobs? Not Travis Levius, a Big Apple photographer who has found that another city along the Northeast Corridor has more attitude. "In D.C., it's all about what you do," he...
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8 of America's Grittiest Dive Bars
If you're looking for five-star service, you won't find it here. These are the dives that have seen their share of barroom brawls--the places known more for their kitschy bric-a-brac and abused...
View ArticleTop 5 Haunted Hotels
If you'd prefer a "trick" rather than a "treat" this Halloween, consider a weekend getaway to a haunted hotel. A quick Google search will reveal that almost every region has one, so pack your bags and...
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