August 2, 2014

Resources we'll have left by 2100

If I live to be over 100, there is a solid chance I'll be present during the extinction of resources I used to use.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/resources-well-left-year-2100-infographic/

Japan's giant aquarium is pure zen

Showing a spectacular array of sharks, rays, and other fish in one of the world's largest aquariums, this is one of the most relaxing videos I've seen.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/tv/zen-video-giant-japanese-aquarium/

In Transit Blog: Square-Foot Supersizing in the Tropics

As two rival mega-resorts prepare to compete for tropics-loving travelers, one thing is clear: Nassau wants your business in a big way.

















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28 signs you’re addicted to paddling

You don’t bother to stow your gear. Your bag is always waiting by the front door.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/28-signs-youre-addicted-paddling/

In Transit Blog: In Jackson Hole, the Rugged and Refined Meet

The rugged and the refined meet in the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival, which turns 30 this year.

















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Mini City Guides: Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

I love big cities, and always enjoy returning to Hong Kong, New York, and Sydney—among many others. But what about those unknown gems that are off the beaten tourist path… those obscure places that are just waiting to be explored by real travelers? Our new “Mini City Guides” are here to uncover those gems, and…



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/hobart-tasmania-australia/

5 Great Hotel Credit Card Perks

Hotel credit cards are great for making travel cheaper, with the potential to save cardholders thousands of dollars on accommodations. However, their true value (long after the points have been spent) lies in their ongoing perks. Here are five of the best perks offered by hotel credit cards: 1. Instant elite status. The ability to […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/5-great-hotel-credit-card-perks.html

August 1, 2014

Police Protection in China and a new Travel Podcast Interview

New Podcast on the Daily Travel Podcast Nathaniel from the Daily Travel Podcast interviewed me recently. I’ll put the soundcloud player embed below. It was a fun discussion – thanks Nathaniel! From their website: What We Cover: — How travel inspired Trey into a creative life of travel, photography, and creativity. — How taking a […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/08/02/police-protection-in-china-and-a-new-travel-podcast-interview/

Bait-and-switched into booking a summer “bargain”? Then read this





from Elliott http://elliott.org/blog/bait-switched-summer-bargain-read/

The Pitons Mountains on Saint Lucia





from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/08/01/pitons-mountains-saint-lucia/

7 guys to avoid on the road

#2: The Passive Aggressive Question Asker. Do yourself a favor. Avoid him.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/nights/7-guys-avoid-road/

T Magazine: A Ride Across America | A Last Meal on a Hilltop Farm in Oregon

Ben Towill, the co-owner of the Fat Radish, is biking across the U.S. talking to people about food. In his final dispatch, he enjoys a last meal with a collective of chefs outside of Salem, Ore.

















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Your Passport Might Be No Good, Even If It Isn’t Expired

International travel starts with a passport and right behind it is a visa (no not the credit card). With your passport in hand and a destination in mind, you need to know the visa requirements to enter your desired country. Allied Passport and Visa provides a comprehensive list of visa Requirements for US Citizens. Not […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/your-passport-might-be-no-good-even-if-it-isnt-expired.html

A journey through the heart of Japan

It is one of those places where I will experience complete culture shock, but in the coolest of ways.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/journey-heart-japan-vid/

5 no-BS places to dance in Boston

Sometimes playing “Dance Dance Revolution” alone in your apartment just isn’t going to cut it.



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