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36 Hours in Istanbul: How to Rush Through a City

I always prefer spending a long time in a destination in order to really get to know a place, but…

Joanna Kalafatis

Complete Guide to Finding & Living in a Homestay

I strongly believe the best way to experience foreign countries is to stay with hosts when you travel.  People always…

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Why Greece Will Always Be My First Love

I should give fair warning that this is going to be less of a 'travel guide' post and more of…

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Monday Postcard: Films on the French Riviera (Cannes Film Festival)

  Attending the Cannes Film Festival ranks among the best experiences I have ever had in my life.  During the…

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10 Rules for Eating on the Road

Road trips are great for your sense of freedom and general happiness, but they can wreak havoc on your stomach.…

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8 Crazy Driving Laws Around the World

Going on road trips throughout the world can be tremendously exciting.  You get to travel at a slower pace, and…

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Why Travel Is Less Dangerous Than You Think

Many people I have come across are afraid to venture a long way outside their home country, mostly because they…

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10 Things I Learned from Life in the Bo Kaap

I had the extraordinary privilege of spending 6 weeks with a host family in the Bo Kaap, otherwise known as…

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The 25 Best Road Trip Apps

When you hit the road, whether it's for a day trip or a cross-country experience, having the right apps on…

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Monday Postcard: Blue Sky Over Blue Mosque, Istanbul

  The Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul, better known as the Blue Mosque, is a stunning sight in a city…

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