13 odd fruits from around the world

Chocolate comes from the seeds of the cacao, but the fruit is pretty tasty itself.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/13-fruits-around-world-arent-eating/

I’m Going Back to My SPG Card

I’ve been playing this frequent flyer game a long time now and I’m prone, as many of us are, to taking advantage of the “bestest” (not a real word), most popular deal, card of the moment, mistake fare of the minute, trick of the week, or play of the month. Not only do we follow […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/im-going-back-to-my-spg-card.html

Two Men in Jilabas in Morocco

Sweet Jilabas I bought one of these Jilabas, and I love it so much! It keeps me super warm and the pointy hood is so quirky! I even had extra pockets sewn in, just like Kvothe. In my case, they hold everything from lenses to camera gadgets to snacks… what else do I need? Daily […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/07/14/two-men-in-jilabas-in-morocco/

Does she deserve a full refund for a hotel room she stayed in?

from Elliott http://elliott.org/can-this-trip-be-saved-2/deserve-full-refund-hotel-room-stayed/

Wetlands of Kakadu National Park, Australia

from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/07/13/wetlands-of-kakadu-national-park-australia/

The truth about bathroom germs

Go forth and sit!



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/nights/just-covering-toilet-seat-paper-absolutely-nothing/

16 things people get wrong about DC

#5: People are just into real kinky sex here.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/16-things-people-get-wrong-dc/

Reader Success Story: Family Trip to Orlando and Clearwater Beach for $90

Over the past year, we’ve had many readers share their success stories with us. Folks for whom traveling domestically once a year was a luxury are now traveling the world with just a few credit card sign-up bonuses. And the best part? They are sharing their stories with us and others who benefit from knowing […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/reader-success-story-family-trip-to-orlando-and-clearwater-beach-for-90.html

Wild horse on the Li River

Horse Photography I love taking photos of horses… I’d love to have even more chances to try different things… I think I like horses in the middle of dramatic backgrounds, cool barns, nice textures, etc. So I’m always trying to get horses into interesting background contexts… I just ended up lucky here. Daily Photo – […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/07/13/wild-horse-on-the-li-river/

Should you go for a last-minute upgrade?

from Elliott http://elliott.org/the-navigator/go-last-minute-upgrade/

The altar at Modena Cathedral in Modena, Italy

from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/07/12/the-altar-at-modena-cathedral-in-modena-italy/

Trippy night sky panoramas [vid]

Vincent Brady used a multicamera, 360-degree rig.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/tv/360-degree-panoramas-night-sky-trippy-surreal/

In Transit Blog: Lie Back and Enjoy Your Flight

Several airlines have introduced flat-bed or reclining seats on their transcontinental flights.

















from NYT > Travel http://rss.nytimes.com/c/34625/f/642561/s/3c6f5055/sc/10/l/0Lintransit0Bblogs0Bnytimes0N0C20A140C0A70C120Clie0Eback0Eand0Eenjoy0Eyour0Eflight0C0Dpartner0Frss0Gemc0Frss/story01.htm

Mapped: World Cup winning nations

A map showing which nations have won, how often, and when.



from Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/mapped-fifa-world-cup-winners/

Worst Hotel Stay Story Winner:

Earlier this week, Rick announced a contest offering a $50 Southwest or Marriott gift card for the best “Worst Hotel Stay” story. We’re happy to announce Susan R. as the winner! Susan shared the following story with us via email: My daughter and I checked in very late one night to a pretty nice Holiday […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/07/worst-hotel-stay-story-winner.html