Rio De Janeiro is a legendary city. And with good reason.
The physical beauty of it’s beaches and mountains is unsurpassed, and it’s cinematic cityscape is the ultimate picture perfect postcard.
It’s shops and restaurants are full of delightful surprises, and the relaxed vibe of its people is infectious. Luscious rainforest fronts onto the deep blue sea, and the seductive sound of the samba pulses through the city late into the night.
“Tack on one of the sexiest populations on the planet and you have an intoxicating tropical cocktail that leaves visitors punch-drunk on paradise.”
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It’s the same routine for every business traveler: check in at the airport, pick up a rental car, and arrive at the same hotel you’ve walked into a thousand times before. Over time, frequent travel becomes second nature, and seasoned business travelers breeze through airports, land those elusive upgrades, and walk into their meetings energized despite a tedious day in transit.
Though infrequent business travelers may not be aware of the different tips and tricks which make it easy to survive life on the road. Important, as training yourself to be a better business traveler will save both time and money, make you more productive, and lessen the stress on both your mind and body.
The following tips and tricks will help even the most seasoned business traveler survive life on the road.
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Whaling is an issue which is plaguing the international media, and the current saga surrounding the Faroe Islands Grindadrap is headline news. Few would have missed the recent media circus and international outrage surrounding the killing of pilot whales in the Faroe Islands, a practice known locally as the Grindadrap.
Hundreds of pilot whales are slaughtered every year on Faroese shores, and the international community sits horrified as gruesome images circulate depicting the bloody scene.
International organizations rush to the islands to intervene, though many volunteers arrive on the islands ill equip to operate a successful campaign, relying heavily on media hype for facts, and with little understanding of, or willingness to understand, the Faroese culture.
They fail to realize that it is only when you understand something that you can effectively seek to change it.
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Stuck for gift ideas for the world traveler in your family? Well, you’re in luck, because travelers are not difficult people to buy for!
In the lead up to Christmas, we have compiled a list of great gift ideas for world travelers, and also highlighted whether each item falls into the “want it” or “got it” category, so you know which items are based on personal recommendation.
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As many a traveler will tell you, taking an overnight train in Asia is quite an adventure, one that I have always found to be enjoyable and something to look forward to.
Overnight trains are my favorite means of covering long distances because they’re usually friendlier to my budget and more comfortable than taking long road trips being cramped in a small car or bus.
The other advantage is that you get to stretch your legs out and get a good night’s sleep in exchange for just a little bit more than you would pay for a hostel or budget hotel.
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It seems almost unbelievable, but the beloved Winnie the Pooh, or rather images of him, have been banned from being used at a playground in the small town of Tuszyn, Poland. Why you ask? It simply stems from the fact the adorable bear chooses not to wear pants.
Apparently the city council has humanized the poor Pooh so much as to think it inappropriate for children to view him. I for one never remember even thinking about his bare bear bottom as I watched him during my childhood. I guess times have changed and either kids have become more aware, or city councilors have become more ignorant!
So for the love of Pooh, and in protest of this ridiculous city law, we will not look at what Poland has to offer but instead look to East Sussex, London. It is here where we find Ashdown Forest, the setting for the stories of Winnie the Pooh.
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It’s official, the sexiest man alive is Australia’s very own Chris Hemsworth, at least according to People Magazine. The 31 year old race car driving, hammer bearing, huntsman was born in Melbourne and although he spent a great deal of his childhood there, he recalls more memories of growing up in the Aboriginal community of Bulman in the Northern Territory. He and his family spent a great deal of time there as they moved between the Outback and Melbourne.
As wonderful as Melbourne is with its artistic flair, educational museums, gorgeous cathedrals, and sports venues, let’s today focus on Bulman, located in the far north-eastern corner of the Northern Territory about 500km from Darwin and bordering Kakadu National Park and within Arnhem Land.
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One of the largest concerns when traveling is how to keep your money safe abroad, and this is especially true for female travelers who generally carry more than can fit into a bulky purse.
While guys fit everything they need into a wallet in the pocket of their jeans, we also carry makeup, perfume, our cameras, cell phone, ID, credit cards, cash, chapstick, keys, tickets, a tampon or two, and some girls even throw in a small dog for good measure!
But carrying a bulky purse is not only painting you as a target for pickpockets, it’s annoying to filter through, and also annoying to carry. But don’t worry – I’m about to teach you a magic word: SHOLDIT.
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He is a writer, photographer and novelist who has been traveling the world for the last 20 years. He is an adventurer, a backpacker, and an explorer who says complacency can stay well away.
He knew the beaches of Thailand before they became a trend for teenage alcoholism, and has been diving with Australian Crocodiles and lived to tell the tale, and made the 2014 list for sexiest male traveler alive. He’s a twenty first century Nomad; I’m talking, of course, about Steve Moore.
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Fancy kindling some adventure and romance in the desert? Look no further than Tunisia; land of sweeping dunes, bright medinas, palm-fringed resorts and camels.
With a coastline on the Mediterranean, this versatile country is as enticing a beach destination as it is a cultural terminal. Its cuisine is delicious and challenging, while the desert beckons those who seek to test their boundaries.
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Destination Thomaston. Film Location of the Hunger Games, Mockingjay Part I. With the release of Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part I this past week, we take a look at the state of Georgia in the United States. Most of the film, except for battle scenes which were shot in Paris and Berlin, were shot in localities around the state including, its capital Atlanta. The...
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Singapore has become the new, trendy place to be while in Southeast Asia, and, as an expat, I consider myself very lucky to have watched her turn into an urban playground for the travel connoisseur.
A melting pot of several Asian countries, although founded by a Brit in 1819 (Sir Stamford Raffles), Singapore was originally conquered and occupied by the Japanese. She gained her independence in August of 1965 and has been a rising star in the financial world ever since.
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While recently traveling throughout Central and South America, we discovered Mike had developed a fairly severe intolerance to gluten, and this can be a fairly difficult challenge to conquer while traveling abroad. Difficult, though not impossible.
Our 4 months jumping between South American bucket list destinations was largely hit and miss with what he could and could not eat, required a lot of google translation of the back of supermarket packets, and meant some days his diet consisted exclusively of boiled eggs smuggled out of the hotel breakfast hall earlier that morning because getting sick in a remote location was not an option. We struggled often struggled with the scenario of “get sick, or go hungry”.
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The poppy display from the Tower of London is now being removed, however my parents were onsite yesterday, just in time to snap a photo of the striking display.
As part of the ‘Tower of London Remembers’ project, 888,246 handmade ceramic poppies encircled the iconic landmark, one for every British soldier killed in WW1.
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I’ve long since been an advocate that volunteering abroad is one of the best ways to travel – not only are there a large number of placement opportunities which enable volunteers to travel and live overseas for free, but it genuinely does shape you as a person. And it’s not a cliché to say so.
You would think volunteering abroad should be about the desire to help others and the want to contribute to creating a better world, however I believe these are both merely byproducts of the personal development which takes center stage as the most beneficial aspect of volunteerism.
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London is one of the world’s most visited cities, and between its history, culture, art and architecture, it’s not difficult to figure out why. A thriving cosmopolitan, the city is bursting with world-class attractions, edgy fashion, and a combination of modern day architecture and majestic buildings which date back nearly two millennia.
So many millions adore this exceptional city; however the majority do themselves a great disservice by not exploring her phenomenal surrounds.
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My first, eagerly anticipated, glimpse of the famous building was actually from over the rooftops of Agra shortly after sunrise, where, in the early morning mist it almost blends, unassumingly, into the sky.
The Taj Mahal, Mughal Muslim monument, is undoubtedly the most famous attraction in India, created by built by Emperor Shah Jahan in 1631 as a memorial his wife Mumtaz Mahal who died in childbirth.
I had high expectations for ‘the most beautiful building in the world’, and the Taj Mahal exceeded these from start to finish.
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It’s a traveler’s worst nightmare – being stuck abroad without access to your hard earned funds. And whether the airline lost your bags, the machine ate your card, or someone stole your cash, you really don’t want to have to throw yourself at the mercy of strangers to find a place to sleep, or break into an international bank!
It’s always good to have a Plan B and prepare for the worst case scenarios before you leave home, though if you can keep your money safe while abroad to start with, your trip will undoubtedly go much smoother for you.
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Incan ruins, Andean peaks, and glaciers which will take your breath away. Colonial towns, white-sand beaches, and trails which lead directly under awe inspiring falls. From the Galapagos to the Amazon, and the dramatic landscapes in Tierra del Fuego, South America is just full of incredible natural wonders and bucket list destinations which set the stage for incredible adventures.
Travelers who skip South America are truly missing out – there is more culture, passion and history here than any other place in the world, and a more diverse range of natural wonders and landscapes than found in any other continent on earth.
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It’s time to go 4-wheeling, but you can’t just grab your day bag and jump in the truck. You have to prepare first.
Yes, this isn’t the most fun thing in the world to do, and it’s not very spontaneous. But, it could mean the difference between having a good time and a great time. It might also save your life.
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The Galapagos Islands (Ecuador) is one of the most fascinating destinations in the world. Full of extraordinary nature, wildlife and awe inspiring views, it was a visit here, in 1835, when a young Charles Darwin began to formulate his evolutionary (and revolutionary) theory of natural selection.
As in Darwin’s day, the true attraction of the Galapagos is its wildlife. Marine Iguanas, Great Frigatebirds, Blue-footed boobies and of course, the massive Galapagos tortoise, are just some of the stars found here in what is arguably nature’s greatest showcase.
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A town located in central Bali, Ubud is popularly known as ‘The Center of Art of Culture’.
It was described to me as a town made up of small villages, each of which specializes in a different creative art: silver and jewelry, basket weaving, oil painting, batik and textiles, and some seriously amazing wood carving.
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Traveling the world while studying full-time probably doesn’t sound the least bit realistic, but for those wanting to complete their studies while dabbling in a bit of international travel, the good news is that achieving this is absolutely possible.
With so many colleges and universities now offering flexible online degrees, combining higher education with a desire to travel the world is becoming more and more doable. An increasing number of students are finding it easy to study and be location-independent while completing their courses.
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Torbjørn C. Pedersen is currently on a mission to visit every country in the world in a single journey, without flight, and is currently succeeding in achieving this goal.
Slowly traversing his way across the globe utilizing a mixture of trains, cars, buses, canoes and the odd container ship, Thor’s aim’s are twofold: to inspire others to travel and challenge their preconceived worldview, and to prove that people are basically the same all over the world. The project motto is: “a stranger is a friend you’ve never met before”.
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St. Augustine is one of the top tourist attractions within the United States, and travelers from all over the world flock here to experience its historical character and colonial charm.
The city offers a fantastic range of activities, including tours of the famous Castillo de San Marcos, world heritage museums, spectacular white sand beaches, and many more attractions which are off the beaten path. However, those who only visit the city and don’t think to venture further are truly missing out.
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