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A Gathering at the Home of the Friend
For travelers with a sense of the world map, southeastern Turkey does not strike them as a place they immediately crave to visit. It borders Syria to the south, where a terrible civil war rages on, and...
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Chilean Chronicles, Part 11: On Claudio Contreras, Soccer and Staying Single...
"It's important not to be married to anyone in politics," Claudio Contreras declared, the mid-afternoon sun glinting off his aviator sunglasses and his slicked back black hair as he turned to look at...
View ArticleTriposo's Tripgeist - 10 Places to Go to in 2014
The dawn of a New Year brings with it many lists -- what to wear, what to eat, what to do and what to drink. If you're plagued with a constant case of wanderlust, you're probably wondering where you...
View Article5 Island Resorts You Didn't Know You Wanted to Visit
In 2014 we'll see the opening of at least two super-exclusive hideaways that have a virtually undiscovered island -- indeed, an entire pristine ecosystem -- to themselves. They're the latest of a small...
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Five Common Myths About Belize Busted
There is a unique pocket in the world that buzzes with warmth, inner peace and joy. The people are peaceful, with a quiet confidence emanating from their eyes. They smile broadly, and are filled with...
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10 More Safari Surprises: Ngorongoro Edition
In my first article on Safari Surprises, I showed you ten images from 48 hours in Serengeti National Park -- animal behaviors you could never predict you'd actually see before setting out on a full day...
View ArticleModern Airport Luxury
On any travel day, you're on edge. Whether it's due to the anxiety of flying and goodbyes or dreading the processes and long lines, something that was once a luxury, has turned into a hassle. Shoes...
View ArticleChilling Footage Of Asiana Airlines San Francisco Crash Released (VIDEO)
The National Transportation Safety Board has released video from the Asiana Airlines crash at San Francisco International Airport in July. In the footage released Wednesday, the Boeing 777 can be seen...
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The Holiday Ornaments of Ecuador
High in the Andes south of Quito, artisans in the farming community of Tigua have been decorating drums and masks in remarkable color and detail for centuries. About 40 years ago, someone in Tigua had...
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Easter Island Collapse Disputed By Hawaii Anthropologist
Dr. Mara Mulrooney wants to debunk Jared Diamond’s famous assertion that the people of Rapa Nui, or Easter Island, committed “environmental suicide.” Mulrooney, assistant anthropologist at the Bishop...
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Worst Tourist Habits According To Hawaii Locals
It's holiday season in Hawaii, which means the islands are beginning to feel a bit crowded. Tourists come in droves, looking to trade in frigid winters for the chance to sip a cocktail under the...
View Article12 Must-have Gifts for Students Studying Abroad
With nearly 300,000 students studying abroad in 2012-2013, a new wave of students will depart on a much-anticipated adventure abroad right after the holidays in late December/early January. Two of my...
View ArticleThis Holiday Season, Commit to Being a Smart Driver
The holiday season is upon us, and so is an influx of drivers on America's roads. And while the headaches of holiday traffic are well-documented in popular culture -- from classic songs to those...
View ArticleHoliday Events In and Around Washington, DC
The holiday season is a great time for families to explore the Mid-Atlantic. From free concerts in Washington, D.C. to a boat parade on the Chesapeake Bay, these events deliver a month of magic. 1)...
View ArticleCTA Auction Gives Transit Collectors Chance To Buy Whole Train Cars, Rail Signs
Not only can you finally touch the third rail, you might even be able to own it. Railroad ties, bus stop signs, a change counter and even two de-commissioned rail cars are some of the items and...
View ArticleAnthony Foxx, U.S. Transportation Secretary, May Move Against In-Flight Calls
* Communications agency looking into looser rules on mobile phone use * DOT has heard outpouring of opposition to in-flight phone calls * U.S. regulations lagging those in some European countries By...
View ArticleWATCH: Did This Expert Just Figure Out How to Talk to Dolphins?
What if you could spend your summers swimming with dolphins in turquoise seas? Behavioral biologist Denise Herzing does just that. In this beautiful video, meet some of the dolphins she's befriended...
View ArticleEurope's 10 Best Christmas Markets
LONDON, Dec 13 (Reuters) - Many holiday shoppers order their gifts online to avoid crowds, but there are some unique shopping opportunities around Europe during the holiday season that can be enjoyable...
View ArticleA Guide To California's Napa Valley
By Mary Milliken ST. HELENA, Calif., Dec 13 (Reuters) - When a pair of wines - a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Chardonnay - from California's Napa Valley won the 1976 Paris Tasting over some of France's...
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