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James Bond-ography: The Worldly Travels of 007

James Bond-ography: The Worldly Travels of 007

James Bond movies have come to symbolize many things to filmgoers, from classy rides and extravagant action sequences to nifty gadgets and ridiculously hot women. Another recurring theme throughout the 007 franchise is the use of exotic

The ‘Gangnam Style’ Effect: 5 Foreign Artists Due for American Stardom

The ‘Gangnam Style’ Effect: 5 Foreign Artists Due for American Stardom

Historians will look back on July 15, 2012, as the day when ‘Gangnam Style’ was introduced to the general public. In just over three months, the clip has netted more than

Want to Teach English Overseas? Here’s How

Want to Teach English Overseas? Here’s How

In response to the crippling recession that has severely punked the American job market, thousands of men and women are exploring overseas teaching opportunities – some who wish bide their time while the market recovers, and

Careers for People Who Love to Travel

Careers for People Who Love to Travel

Unless you’re independently wealthy, traveling the world requires juggling free time and work. That is, unless you combine the two. If you spend most of

Airport Amenity Awards

Airport Amenity Awards

Any frequent air traveler understands the value of airport amenities – and many pride themselves on knowing where to find the best of the best. Here

Why Fall is the Best Time to Visit the Dolomites

Why Fall is the Best Time to Visit the Dolomites

In northeastern Italy, in a mountain range slid neatly between Austria and Switzerland, there is an overlooked corner of Italian wine country. It does nothave the lush, easy feeling of Tuscany’s gentle hills.

5 Necessary Skills for International Travel

5 Necessary Skills for International Travel

You’ve done it! You’ve planned your exciting European/South American/North African backpacking trip and the world is your oyster. I’m sure you’ve thought of

The Joys of Living Out of Your Backpack

The Joys of Living Out of Your Backpack

As much as I wish it were the case, I’m not currently traveling. I’m sitting in my apartment that has two bedrooms and a whole

Alternatives to Oktoberfest

Alternatives to Oktoberfest

The Munich Oktoberfest, Germany’s most infamous beer festival, has a place of prominence on many a traveler’s bucket list. And while it has earned the

Hostel Etiquette: When Everyone is Sleeping

Hostel Etiquette: When Everyone is Sleeping

In an ideal travel world, hostels would place guests into rooms based on who is going out drinking, who is going to get up early, and who plans on coming home late.