Embracing the Eternal Twilight: A Journey Through Svalbard’s Polar Night
Think of the Arctic Circle and your mind may wander to a land far removed from your own, one that is bitterly cold, near inhospitable and shrouded in darkness for…
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Mastering the Art of Tipping at Lavish Hotels: Your Ultimate Guide
Every visitor to a high-end hotel feels like a king or queen in this world of unrivaled luxury and service. Amidst the extravagance, one question that frequently confuses visitors is…
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Navigating Airport Chaos: A Tale of Missed Connections and Hidden-City Ticketing
When you look at your watch and realize you're going to miss your connecting flight, have you ever found yourself running through an airport with your heart racing? Then you…
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Juggling Globetrotting Dreams with a 9-to-5: A Guide for the Wanderlust-Stricken Worker
It may seem like an impossible dream to embark on international endeavors while juggling a regular job and the minimal PTO (paid time off) distributions typical in the United States.…
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Conquering the Skies: Mastering the Art of Stillness on Long Flights
Do any of you consider silent spirits that go with you? They sit there for hours on end, without moving as you writhe around in front of them in an…
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The Paradox of Energy Drinks: A Lively Debate on Lethargy
Ever notice that the most energetic people you know don't drink energy drinks, and the people that drink these cans seem to be among the least energetic? That's what I…
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Why Waiting to Travel Could Be the Biggest Mistake of Your Life
Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about the adventures that await in the far corners of the world? The thrill of gorilla trekking, the awe-inspiring vistas beneath the waves in…
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The Ultimate Guide to One-Backpack Wonders: Traveling Light and Loving It
The wonderful liberty of journeying with just a single backpack to carry! It really was something that would have appeared ridiculous—how in the world could you fit everything into such…
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Exploring Beyond the Filter: The Real Beauty of Travel
It's no secret that the age of social media—firmly led by Instagram—has reshaped dramatically the way we view travel. Scroll through your feeds: pristine beaches, cobblestone streets untouched by time,…
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An American’s Eye-Opening Journey Through Federal Iraq and Kurdistan
You may think about taking a trip to a place generally headlined for conflict and unrest. Well, I did just that, and it turned out to be one of the…
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