June 26, 2014

3 characters in Afghanistan

“Beast” is a 'roided-up, rock-and-rolling, former Special Forces now turned mercenary.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/notebook/3-unforgettable-characters-afghanistan/

Heads Up: Cleveland, a City Repurposed

Restoration efforts have infused a vibrancy into this once-somewhat-downtrodden city.

















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In Transit Blog: Biking by Day, Luxury by Night

Bike trips in Utah from TerraVelo Tours will feature long-distance riding and luxury camping.

















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Thursday Giveaway: Win a $500 JetBlue Gift Card!

We have been hearing a lot about JetBlue recently, and most of it surrounding their new Mint premium business class experience that TPG Creative Director Adam Daniel Weiss was able to get a sneak peak of a few weeks back. Yesterday, I had mentioned that there were some flights on Mint that were available for […]



from The Points Guy http://thepointsguy.com/2014/06/thursday-giveaway-win-a-500-jetblue-gift-card/

Photo of the Moment: End of Days at St. Mary’s Church, Prince Edward Island

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Pursuits: Gluten-Free Dining in Italy

Perhaps surprisingly, the land of pasta and pizza is welcoming, even sympathetic, to travelers who avoid eating gluten.

















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7 Travel Experiences to Add to Your Bucket List Right Now

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We're sure you already have a long travel bucket list, but just in case you haven't, Mishana Khot has one that you can start with.


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from Vagabondish http://www.vagabondish.com/essential-experiences-travel-bucket-list/

Normal friend vs. friend from NYC

A normal friend will take a leisurely stroll with you. A friend from NYC power walks.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/17-differences-normal-friend-friend-new-york-city/

How simple personalisation on ads boosted web eyeballs to a tourist destination

In some respects personalisation on advertising can feel a little bit creepy to consumers – but it does appear to work. Perhaps ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/personalisation-ads-boost-destination/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=simple-personalisation-ads-boosted-eyeballs-tourist-beach

The Getaway: What Not to Pack

It won’t get wrinkled if you don’t pack it: a what-to-leave-out list for those who want to travel light.

















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An adventure traveler's bucket list

25 must-dos if you want to cement your status as a globetrotting badass.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/25-things-need-adventure-traveler/

New accessibility rules coming to airline websites. Are you ready?

Imagine for a minute that you decide to take a vacation. You’re thinking Hawaii, Tahiti or the Alps. You grab your computer, ...



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“I’m Different from Most People. I’d Rather Go Back.”

Meet Jack: a 93-year-old man who lives in a cabin in the wilderness. He built the cabin 36 years ago and has lived in it full-time since his wife passed away. “This house is five miles from the nearest road. That’s why I bought it.” “It’s not that I don’t like people. I do. But... Read More



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/im-different-from-most-people/

The most boring inflight movie ever?

British Airways begins screening seven-hour film showing Norwegian train journey it says will help passengers relax.





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/06/25/travel/boring-inflight-movie/index.html

Flight attendant brings sass to the sky

In tonight's RidicuList, Anderson Cooper asks: Is the Southwest Airlines flight attendant in this video the best ever?





from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/offbeat/2014/06/25/ac-ridiculist-southwest-flight-attendant.cnn.html