When Once Is Not Enough
Our generation is marked by the privilege of travel. We are continuously encouraged to broaden our horizons, experience new cultures, and venture outside our comfort zones. Our high schools offer trips...
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The Republicans Won -- But Have Travelers Lost?
Have the bad guys won? It sure looks that way. The Republicans took over control of the US Senate in yesterday's midterm elections. Now I'm not saying Republicans are the bad guys, but observers...
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An American in Cuba: First Impressions
One of Havana's many abuelitas. All photos by Berit Baugher. Team Fathom went to Cuba to have a look around. Here are first impressions from their first trip to the Caribbean island trapped in time....
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9 Unsung but Amazing Attractions in Harrisburg and Carlisle PA
Oftentimes, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania seems like the forgotten, invisible city between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. But it shouldn't be. With one of the country's most magnificent public buildings, a...
View ArticleBefore Joining a Loyalty Program, Pick Your Destinations First
Airline miles, hotel points, credit card rewards... there are a slew of loyalty programs permeating the travel industry, each with its own quirks and idiosyncrasies. Among all this confusion, the...
View ArticleHow to Sell Your Study Abroad Experience to Employers
By: Anna Jonas, Junior, Dalhousie University Studying abroad is the experience of a lifetime. Your view of the world expands, you become more independent, and you learn more than you ever thought...
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Finding Courage Far From Home
One day it dawned on me: I could go anywhere. I didn't have anyone to tell me "no" except myself. That realization sparked the enormous boost of self-confidence I had needed to kick fear in the teeth...
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Sketches Of George Lucas Museum Look Like They Belong In Outer Space
CHICAGO (AP) -- The sketches of "Star Wars" creator George Lucas' Chicago museum show a flowing white building topped with a hovering ring. The newly unveiled architectural designs for the Lucas Museum...
View ArticleHow To Get Money Back For Delayed Flights In Europe
If you've ever had your travel plans disrupted by a flight delayed by three hours or more, you know just how much of a headache it causes. It's possible for a passenger in this situation to seek...
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Climbing the Eighth Highest Mountain in the World
My body was sapped of every ounce of energy. We had just finished climbing a steep thousand foot icy wall. I was standing at about 24,000 feet, the highest I had ever been in my life. The air was...
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In Thailand: Tourism & the Elephant
Tourists come to Thailand for many reasons: genuine Thai cuisine, which uses authentic ingredients that never make it to U.S. shores; the friendly people (they don't call it the Land of Smiles for...
View Article4 Reasons to Visit Idaho Now
Potatoes and skiing summarize the majority of America's perception of Idaho's attributes. Although frequently confused with residents of pancake-flat Iowa, located two doors down in the Midwest,...
View Article12 Best New Spas in the US
With the hectic holiday rush around the corner, relaxation will soon be high on the roster. Fortunately, there's an impressive array of new spas offering personalized, tailored rituals that use local,...
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The World's Only Airport Brewery Is Totally Worth A Flight To Munich
Peace out, overpriced airport pints. We're headed to Oktoberfest in a terminal. We stumbled upon Airbräu, the greatest airport brewery in the whole wide world. Let's face it: you're bound to find...
View ArticleThe Questions To Ask Yourself Before Retiring Overseas
Before you can begin to consider where best you might relocate overseas in retirement, you've got to get to know yourself better. What's important to you? What things would you miss from your current...
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If Homer Were a Travel Blogger
The convergence in Athens, Greece of more than 850 travel bloggers for the annual conference of Travel Blog Exchange (the largest community of bloggers in the world) at the end of October, created a...
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Top 10 Money Saving Holiday Travel Tips (VIDEO)
In this TRAVEL THERAPY MINUTE video, where you can get your travel tips in just sixty seconds, I share my top 10 tips to help you save big money this holiday travel season! Start saving now and watch...
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How to Combine a Disney World and Universal Orlando Vacation
Disney World (Photo Credit: Flickr/Sean Yu) Orlando is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, especially for families. With fantastic theme parks, great shopping, and varied dining,...
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Rediscovering Berlin 25 Years After the Fall of the Wall
On November 9, the up-and-coming cultural capital of Berlin will celebrate the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of their city. The historic event will be celebrated with a large-scale art...
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The Rise and Fall of the Berlin Wall
Rethinking the Unthinkable Twenty-five years ago this week, the unthinkable happened. On November 9, 1989, East Germany opened the gates, allowing its citizens to travel west. The people celebrated by...
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