July 30, 2014

U.S. Travel Shows: Learn, Play, Eat

While most of us use the internet to learn about travel destinations and book travel, travel shows are a great way to add new destinations to your bucket list and interact with travel professionals. They’re also a place to be entertained: you can participate in physical activities such as rock climbing, enjoy cultural music/dancing, and […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/u-s-travel-shows-learn-play-eat.html

July 29, 2014

The View from Tiananmen Square

John Oliver – Tiananmen Square Here’s a funny video about what is happening in China now around the Tiananmen Square issue… (I could not embed it for some reason) Daily Photo – The View from Tiananmen Square Two military police stand guard in the square here, with the photo of Chairman Mao in the background. […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/07/30/the-view-from-tiananmen-square/

Should the TSA adopt a “one line” policy?





from Elliott http://elliott.org/thats-ridiculous-2/tsa-adopt-one-line-policy/

Trolltunga: Beautiful and terrifying

It is both beautiful and terrifying.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/trolltunga-norway-terrifying-ledge-world/

In Transit Blog: Sweetening the Cruise Experience

Traveling on a Princess Cruises ship just became a little sweeter with the company’s new Chocolate Journeys initiative, created in partnership with the chocolatier and pastry chef Norman Love.

















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Tips for a Stress-Free Safari

Last year, my new husband and I ventured to Zimbabwe for a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience to celebrate our milestone together. Neither of us had ever traveled anywhere in Africa before, so planning our adventure was both exciting and exhausting. Here are a few things we learned—both before and during our trip—that will save you some…



from Intelligent Travel http://intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com/2014/07/29/tips-for-a-stress-free-safari/

Las Vegas trip planning cheat sheet

I'll be sure to make use of the $1 frozen Margaritas at Casino Royale.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/ultimate-vegas-vacation-cheat-sheet-infographic/

Save $1,250 on Travel Fees for $17 Per Month with Feecation

This program has been around for a few years now, which is why I was surprised it hadn’t been exploited to death. There’s a company called Feecation that offer subscription services of $17 per month, along with a 30 day free trial. Members who subscribe to this service can get up to $1,250 in travel […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/save-1250-on-travel-fees-for-17-per-month-with-feecation.html

11 things you'll miss about Portland

#2. Mediocre street performers



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/11-things-youll-miss-portland-maine/

The Birds are Back

Birdcrap counter tally as of 2014: 13 birds, 1 bat.


The post The Birds are Back appeared first on Legal Nomads.






from Legal Nomads http://www.legalnomads.com/2014/07/birds.html

Personal Journeys: Elephants, My Brother and Me

Remembering an adventurous trip to an elephant festival in Thailand, one of the last vacations the author took with her brother.

















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Heads Up: In Paris, a Playful Path Along the Seine

A 1.4-mile pedestrian promenade, opened in June 2013, is packed with recreational activities, restaurants and bars and patches of flowers, plants and trees.

















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When Ebola Flies International

Two African airlines have grounded flights from Liberia and Sierra Leone, but the good news is Ebola can't spread that easily.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/can-ebola-epidemic-spread-beyond-africa-through-international-air-travel-1642538

Targeted Offer: Spark Cash from Capital One with $500 Cash-Back

When it comes to points and miles, my strategy comes in waves. Sometimes I focus on earning airline miles or hotel loyalty points, and other times I focus on finding the best ways to redeem them. Thanks to a few recent offers, including the Citi Executive 100K offer (now dead) and the Starwood Preferred Guest […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/targeted-offer-spark-cash-from-capital-one-with-500-cash-back.html

T Magazine: Beauty Guru Tata Harper’s Guide to Vermont, Her Home State

For anyone planning a late-summer getaway, the natural-skincare queen offers an indispensable list of where to shop, dine and relax around the Green Mountain State.

















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