Lessons from the Journey: Some Adventures Should Be Shared

From my own 193-country journey to the stories of many other people who were kindly willing to share, The Happiness of Pursuit attempts to extract and convey the lessons of modern-day quests. This series explores some of these lessons. Lesson: Some adventures should be shared. In studying quests, I heard from people who chose to…



from The Art of Non-Conformity http://chrisguillebeau.com/some-adventures-should-be-shared/

The 12 best cities in North America to explore on a layover

So get out your walking shoes, head to the nearest public transit point, and explore these 12 North American cities where you will actually enjoy a layover.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/trips/12-best-cities-north-america-explore-layover/

T Magazine: Bulgari’s Brilliant Bracelet Watch

The Italian jewelry house turns a classic timepiece into timeless jewelry.

















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No 2014 AAdvantage Elite Rewards?

For the past few years American AAdvantage has offered Elite Rewards, whereby you earn additional rewards for exceeding the traditional elite status thresholds.

The intent was to get you to fly more with American than you otherwise may have, and at times it ended up being very rewarding. In the end I received an additional 60,000 AAdvanatage miles for having earned 125,000 elite qualifying miles, which was a nice added bonus. If I had earned 150,000 elite qualifying miles I would have earned an additional 40,000 AAdvantage miles.

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Announcing my “Wandering Earl Tours” for 2015

Wandering Earl

It began as a simple idea back in 2012. I decided to offer a tour to India. Without much planning, actually, no planning at all, I randomly announced that first tour right here on the blog. It sold out in … Read more →

from Wandering Earl http://www.wanderingearl.com/announcing-wandering-earl-tours-2015/

7 signs you've never had real BBQ

#2) You don’t know what a smoke ring is.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/7-signs-youve-never-real-bbq/

11 eye-popping garden paradises

When is a garden not a garden? When it's an avant garden.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/27/travel/when-art-design-and-plants-collide/index.html

T Magazine: Lost in Time

With muted earth tones, soft suedes and artsy-craftsy prints, designers are returning to the ’70s (again).

















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The Cheapest Way To Get From Tampa To New York Is Via…

Last night I was on ITA Matrix looking up the cheapest fares between Tampa and New York. The cheapest one-way ticket was $105, which seemed super reasonable. Great, who am I flying, Delta or JetBlue?

Nope, the cheapest ticket was actually on Frontier... via Denver!

Don't get me wrong, I'd be thrilled if American published a fare like that, as it would be an absolute mileage bonanza. But on Frontier I'm not quite as hot about the idea, even though their frequent flyer program is based on miles flown. Wonder why. ;)

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10 signs you're culturally Brazilian

#3) Every meal just gets better if a side dish of farofa is at the table.



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/know-youve-become-culturally-brazilian/

Are Exclusive Frequent Flyer Partnerships Going to Restrict Your Choices?

United and Hertz have a new tie-up with comp car rental elite status for United elites and premium credit card holders, and greater mileage-earning for all members. But as Scott at Hack My Trip points out, the new deal comes at a cost — you won’t be able to earn miles for car rentals with […]

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from View from the Wing http://viewfromthewing.boardingarea.com/2014/10/27/exclusive-frequent-flyer-partnerships-going-restrict-choices/

12 things Aussies love to hate

#1) Kiwis: First and foremost, Australians love to hate those friendly folks from the country below them in geography (and value, in their opinion).



from Matador Network » Matador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/12-things-aussies-love-hate/

Ex-Hotwire president breathes life into DealBase

DealBase, the hotel discount comparison search site that spun off Silicon Valley sensation HotelTonight, is being revived by a new CEO, Clem ...



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And the best airline food is...

There can't be many people who choose their flight on the quality of its catering -- but those who do should check out these winners.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/26/travel/saveur-survey/index.html

Is this America's funniest city?

As entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles draws some of the best comic talent on the planet. Here's where to see it live.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/10/27/travel/la-comedy-clubs/index.html