Myths & Mountains first caught my eye for their uncommon trips that reach beneath the surface and allow adventurous travelers to truly experience the people and culture of the places they visit. Since then, I’ve become a huge fan.
Fueled by the belief that there’s an adventure in each of us, they’ve launched a new Motorcycle Safari through Cambodia trip that allows you to experience the country the way locals do – from the seat of a 250cc dirt bike.
I’m tempted. Who’s with me?
The adventure begins and ends in Phnom Penh before departing for temples such as Preah Khan and Preah Vihear, where you’ll spend the night in luxury safari tents and be the only tourists to experience the temples at sunrise. The trip continues to Angkor Wat, then onto Kampi to see fresh water dolphins and elephants in Mondulkiri, and concludes with three days at the beach in Sihanoukville to relax and unwind.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
What a GREAT idea for fans of man’s best friend and other orphaned animals…
Green Earth Travel has announced “trips that make a difference” vacations that enable animal lovers to care for orphaned animals, then kick back camping at the Grand Canyon August 9-14, or at a spa in Zion National Park October 5-10.
“We are proud to once again offer these unusual trips for animal lovers around the country,” comments Donna Zeigfinger, Green Earth Travel President. “Guests will enjoy high quality time at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary caring for their residents and learning about Best Friends’ tradition of service. Following a couple of days of dedicated to the animals, they will have an opportunity to enjoy the dramatic beauty of our desert southwest.” In June and August, Grand Canyon trip guests will venture to the North Rim of the canyon itself to camp out after witnessing the spectacular view, hiking and enjoying an evening around a toasty campfire.
The October 5- 10, 2010 trip will offer a well-deserved indulgence after the caretaking at Best Friends, when travelers head to Zion National Park and Flanigan’s Inn. There they will have a chance to hike the dramatic canyon landscape, participate in a yoga refresher, or find a uniquely silent space to meditate at this desert hideaway.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Should you or shouldn’t you? Six destinations with troubling pasts and booming tourism
Are they examples of tasteless tourism, or are they valuable, educational experiences? Writer Bob Payne at Concierge.com tackles the tough questions in this thoughtful examination of six spots that have become tourist destinations because of their disturbing pasts. What do you think? Join the discussion.
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photo by Stuck in Customs
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
What would you do in an emergency if your vital travel documents were lost, stolen or damaged?
Two different friends had their wallets stolen or lost while traveling abroad recently and it got me thinking about what I’d do differently to be better prepared when I travel. Then I spotted a mention in the JourneyWomen.com newsletter this month about AccessMyID.com which sounds like a great backup.
You can upload and securely store vital travel documents, personal and medical profiles, hotel confirmations, banking information, etc. online. When push comes to shove, as it did for one friend who’d had ALL her money, credit cards, ID, etc. stolen in a mugging in Wales, stored documents would provide indisputable Consulate or bank ID. I’ve been storing this kind of info in the ‘password keeper’ application on my BlackBerry and email, but AccessMyId.com sounds like an even a safer, more secure solution.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Service from Santa Fe Airport Coincides with Flight Schedules
Beginning the week of March 8th, the Taos Express shuttle service, which offers bus service from Santa Fe to Taos, New Mexico, will now offer non stop weekend transit service on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. However, the Express will discontinue service on Thursday evenings, beginning Thursday, March 11. In addition, a convenient new stop has been established on the corner of Guadalupe and Montezuma, in Santa Fe.
Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".
Doctor, Doctor! The Travel Experts at SmarterTravel.com Put Reader Remedies Put to the Test
Ingesting Chinese herbs, eating candied ginger, and even swallowing Listerine were just some of the remedies that the readers of SmarterTravel.com suggested for avoiding illness while traveling. When it comes to getting (or staying) healthy on the road, travelers offered solutions that were at times traditional, creative, and somewhat unorthodox. The consumer travel site compiled the best advice, then asked a medical professional for feedback.
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Source: SmarterTravel.com
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Ellen Barone is an American writer and wanderer. She co-founded and publishes the group travel blog YourLifeIsATrip.com and is currently at work on her first book "I Could Live Here".