How to Ride a Motorcycle Across South East Asia

How to Ride a Motorcycle Across South East Asia

When it comes to Southeast Asia, everyone has the same guidebook and the same itinerary. Chances are you’ve island hopped through Thailand, trekked through Laos, hit a tranny bar here and there and you still haven’t left the crowd behind. You’re stuck on the Banana Pancake Trail. It’s time to get off… You need to [...]

The 10 Most Useful Travel Gadgets of 2010

The 10 Most Useful Travel Gadgets of 2010

Traveling is about keeping it real with your surroundings, yet  it’s easy to get lost in the lure of nerdy  gadgetry these days (check out  “5 Gadgets That May Ruin Your Backpacking Experience”). Things like GPS systems can keep you from getting down and dirty with locals (just ask for directions, stupid!). However, for those [...]

Wildlife Volunteer Programs: Work with Really Freakin’ Cute Baby Animals NOW!

Wildlife Volunteer Programs: Work with Really Freakin’ Cute Baby Animals NOW!

Let’s be honest with ourselves for a minute:  we all love animals (sometimes more than humans) and when they get hurt (especially baby ones) we get choked up inside.  Something about little furry baby animals brings out our emotional side.  You can’t avoid getting a fuzzy, warm feeling when looking at this koala for instance. [...]

10 Places you Must have Sex Around the World!

10 Places you Must have Sex Around the World!

Traveling is sexy. You abandon the things that stress you out daily and visit places with all new and untapped inhabitants. Italian men are gorgeous, Brazilian women have great asses, Russians are horny and the list goes on. While exploring the possibilities, throw boring in-bed sex out the window. Check out our list of top [...]

Fitness Guide Abroad

Fitness Guide Abroad

If you are reading this chances are you are anxious about breaking your fitness routine while you travel. Have no fear, the best thing you can do while traveling is to break your routine. Keeping in shape while traveling is also a lesson in adaptation, a test of your motivation and ability to prioritize. Take [...]


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