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WELCOME NEW EDITOR AND DIRECTION OF BOOTSNALL 1. To Erase Borders. In a world that seems to be imploding, with nationalism on the rise again, borders are becoming more and more enforced. The world cannot backslide again into the chaos of isolation and xenophobia that way lies madness. The only way I see that changing is if international travel becomes once again the aspiration of the WHICH IS THE BEST ALL-AROUND AIRFARE SITE? In the first three installments in this series we looked at which airfare site is the cheapest, which site is easiest to use for a simple ticket purchase, and which is best if you have a flexible schedule.Now we’ll put it all together and see which is the winner when judging the best all-around airfare site. CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Is cultural tourism a way to preserve indigenous cultures or does it simply exploit traditions for the sake of tourist dollars? JoAnna Haugen explores the fine line this type of tourism walks when travelers seek out opportunities to learn about the local culture. EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. 9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
WELCOME NEW EDITOR AND DIRECTION OF BOOTSNALL 1. To Erase Borders. In a world that seems to be imploding, with nationalism on the rise again, borders are becoming more and more enforced. The world cannot backslide again into the chaos of isolation and xenophobia that way lies madness. The only way I see that changing is if international travel becomes once again the aspiration of the WHICH IS THE BEST ALL-AROUND AIRFARE SITE? In the first three installments in this series we looked at which airfare site is the cheapest, which site is easiest to use for a simple ticket purchase, and which is best if you have a flexible schedule.Now we’ll put it all together and see which is the winner when judging the best all-around airfare site. CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Is cultural tourism a way to preserve indigenous cultures or does it simply exploit traditions for the sake of tourist dollars? JoAnna Haugen explores the fine line this type of tourism walks when travelers seek out opportunities to learn about the local culture. EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. 9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same WELCOME NEW EDITOR AND DIRECTION OF BOOTSNALL 1. To Erase Borders. In a world that seems to be imploding, with nationalism on the rise again, borders are becoming more and more enforced. The world cannot backslide again into the chaos of isolation and xenophobia that way lies madness. The only way I see that changing is if international travel becomes once again the aspiration of the WHICH IS THE BEST ALL-AROUND AIRFARE SITE? In the first three installments in this series we looked at which airfare site is the cheapest, which site is easiest to use for a simple ticket purchase, and which is best if you have a flexible schedule.Now we’ll put it all together and see which is the winner when judging the best all-around airfare site. 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 8 – Rovinj, Istria – Croatia. As the most talked about country in Eastern Europe, Croatia has a reputation for its picturesque coastal towns, medieval stoned paths and the ravishing Adriatic coastline. Instead of sandy beaches, the shoreline of Croatia is mostly rocky, giving it a ruggedly rough edge. In contrast with the wealthier French 8 OF THE MOST UNIQUE WALKING PATHS IN THE WORLD 1. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia. Once a battle site in the Croatian War of Independence, Plitvice Lakes National Park is an enchanting forestland sprinkled with cascading waterfalls and a placid string of 16 luminescent lakes. (It’s dissolved limestone that helped create this UNESCO World Heritage site over some 10,000 years.) 5 REASONS TRAVEL SHOULD BE PART OF EDUCATION Travel and education are two of Jenn Miller’s passions. She’s dedicated her life to combining the two, not just for herself and her children, but for people everywhere. She presents five reasons that she believes travel should be a part of every well rounded education. Haven’t traveled yet? That’s okay, because we’re all DO YOU WANT TO OPEN YOUR OWN HOSTEL? Opening a hostel is not an uncommon dream among travelers who return from a trip around the world, but is the dream the same as the reality? After turning a parking lot into a 132 bed hostel in Kyoto, Japan, Nobu Tabata speaks to Jo Fitzsimons about the highs and lows of the hostel business. 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCE 11 World War II Sights to Visit in England and France. In 1940, Europe was ablaze. Britain was battling for survival against the German Air Force, much of France was occupied, and millions of prisoners faced the horrors of concentration camps. Seventy years later, visitors to a peaceful Europe continue to flock to some of the war’s key sites FIVE BEST U.S. CITIES FOR NATIONAL PARK LOVERS Numerous tour operators offer trips to Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona — you can travel by bus, van, Jeep, Hummer, airplane, or helicopter. Driving to the park from Las Vegas takes approximately five hours each way, so leave early and prepare yourself for a long day. If steep drop-offs don’t bother you, hike or take a mule rideinto
TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD Hadaka Matsuri – Japan. Hadaka Matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout Japan, but the most famous one occurs in Okayama, where the festival originated. On the third Saturday of every February, thousands of participants, pretty much all men, gather at the Saidai-ji Temple in Saidaiji-naka either completelynaked
TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid 9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
WHY I HATE SHORT TERM MISSIONS TRIPS There are two main reasons that people take off on missions trips: To convert the lost to Christianity. To do humanitarian work. One of the biggest beefs that I have with the concept of Christian missions into the developing world is the ignorance of the numbers and the arroganceof ignoring them.
A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same INDIE: A SIMPLE, POWERFUL WAY TO BUY MULTI-STOP FLIGHTS Enter any locations across the earth and Indie gives you flexible flight options to buy instantly! BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD Hadaka Matsuri – Japan. Hadaka Matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout Japan, but the most famous one occurs in Okayama, where the festival originated. On the third Saturday of every February, thousands of participants, pretty much all men, gather at the Saidai-ji Temple in Saidaiji-naka either completelynaked
TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid 9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
WHY I HATE SHORT TERM MISSIONS TRIPS There are two main reasons that people take off on missions trips: To convert the lost to Christianity. To do humanitarian work. One of the biggest beefs that I have with the concept of Christian missions into the developing world is the ignorance of the numbers and the arroganceof ignoring them.
A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same INDIE: A SIMPLE, POWERFUL WAY TO BUY MULTI-STOP FLIGHTS Enter any locations across the earth and Indie gives you flexible flight options to buy instantly! 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 8 – Rovinj, Istria – Croatia. As the most talked about country in Eastern Europe, Croatia has a reputation for its picturesque coastal towns, medieval stoned paths and the ravishing Adriatic coastline. Instead of sandy beaches, the shoreline of Croatia is mostly rocky, giving it a ruggedly rough edge. In contrast with the wealthier French 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCE 11 World War II Sights to Visit in England and France. In 1940, Europe was ablaze. Britain was battling for survival against the German Air Force, much of France was occupied, and millions of prisoners faced the horrors of concentration camps. Seventy years later, visitors to a peaceful Europe continue to flock to some of the war’s key sites 10 WEIRD FOOD DELICACIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD 3 – Puffer fish, Japan. You’ve got to be careful with this delicacy or you might end up in the morgue. The deadly Puffer fish, or fugu, is the ultimate delicacy in Japan even though its skin and insides contain the poisonous toxin tetrodotoxin, which is 1,250 times stronger than cyanide. “Its skin and insides contain the poisonoustoxin
DO YOU WANT TO OPEN YOUR OWN HOSTEL? Opening a hostel is not an uncommon dream among travelers who return from a trip around the world, but is the dream the same as the reality? After turning a parking lot into a 132 bed hostel in Kyoto, Japan, Nobu Tabata speaks to Jo Fitzsimons about the highs and lows of the hostel business. CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Travel that involves the integration of travelers with locals has become known as cultural tourism. Ideally, this kind of travel allows tourists to explore a destination in a more authentic manner. It encourages people to learn about and discover otherwise unknown cultures while financially supporting local communities and helpingthem to
TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Kosi Bay, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa. Another shark infested location in South Africa, Kosi Bay is a picturesque and dramatic series of four lakes in the preserved KwaZulu Natal which connect to the Indian Ocean. Known for its unspoiled beauty, the bay is also famous for its Zambezi sharks, or Bull sharks, which are known to swiminto
CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME These are 10 of the best places to check out what they left behind outside of Italy. 1. Merida, Spain. Ruins seem to materialize in the unlikeliest places in this former capital of the Roman province of Lusitania. The Temple of Diana appears behind the tourist information office, and the colorful Los Milagros Aqueduct with itsseven
7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! 15 LATIN AMERICAN FRUITS TO SURPRISE YOUR PALATE Cherimoyas (chirimoya, anona blanca, graviola custard apple) (In the Americas, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, El Salvador, Belize, Guatemala, Brazil, Haiti) These are a large, lumpy, green fruit that can be heart-shaped or round, and which look vaguely primordial, as though they used to have scales. BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD Hadaka Matsuri – Japan. Hadaka Matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout Japan, but the most famous one occurs in Okayama, where the festival originated. On the third Saturday of every February, thousands of participants, pretty much all men, gather at the Saidai-ji Temple in Saidaiji-naka either completelynaked
TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid 9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
WHY I HATE SHORT TERM MISSIONS TRIPS There are two main reasons that people take off on missions trips: To convert the lost to Christianity. To do humanitarian work. One of the biggest beefs that I have with the concept of Christian missions into the developing world is the ignorance of the numbers and the arroganceof ignoring them.
A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same INDIE: A SIMPLE, POWERFUL WAY TO BUY MULTI-STOP FLIGHTS Enter any locations across the earth and Indie gives you flexible flight options to buy instantly! BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD Hadaka Matsuri – Japan. Hadaka Matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout Japan, but the most famous one occurs in Okayama, where the festival originated. On the third Saturday of every February, thousands of participants, pretty much all men, gather at the Saidai-ji Temple in Saidaiji-naka either completelynaked
TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid 9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
WHY I HATE SHORT TERM MISSIONS TRIPS There are two main reasons that people take off on missions trips: To convert the lost to Christianity. To do humanitarian work. One of the biggest beefs that I have with the concept of Christian missions into the developing world is the ignorance of the numbers and the arroganceof ignoring them.
A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same INDIE: A SIMPLE, POWERFUL WAY TO BUY MULTI-STOP FLIGHTS Enter any locations across the earth and Indie gives you flexible flight options to buy instantly! 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 8 – Rovinj, Istria – Croatia. As the most talked about country in Eastern Europe, Croatia has a reputation for its picturesque coastal towns, medieval stoned paths and the ravishing Adriatic coastline. Instead of sandy beaches, the shoreline of Croatia is mostly rocky, giving it a ruggedly rough edge. In contrast with the wealthier French EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. 10 WEIRD FOOD DELICACIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD 3 – Puffer fish, Japan. You’ve got to be careful with this delicacy or you might end up in the morgue. The deadly Puffer fish, or fugu, is the ultimate delicacy in Japan even though its skin and insides contain the poisonous toxin tetrodotoxin, which is 1,250 times stronger than cyanide. “Its skin and insides contain the poisonoustoxin
DO YOU WANT TO OPEN YOUR OWN HOSTEL? Opening a hostel is not an uncommon dream among travelers who return from a trip around the world, but is the dream the same as the reality? After turning a parking lot into a 132 bed hostel in Kyoto, Japan, Nobu Tabata speaks to Jo Fitzsimons about the highs and lows of the hostel business. CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Is cultural tourism a way to preserve indigenous cultures or does it simply exploit traditions for the sake of tourist dollars? JoAnna Haugen explores the fine line this type of tourism walks when travelers seek out opportunities to learn about the local culture. 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCE 11 World War II Sights to Visit in England and France. In 1940, Europe was ablaze. Britain was battling for survival against the German Air Force, much of France was occupied, and millions of prisoners faced the horrors of concentration camps. Seventy years later, visitors to a peaceful Europe continue to flock to some of the war’s key sites TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Kosi Bay, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa. Another shark infested location in South Africa, Kosi Bay is a picturesque and dramatic series of four lakes in the preserved KwaZulu Natal which connect to the Indian Ocean. Known for its unspoiled beauty, the bay is also famous for its Zambezi sharks, or Bull sharks, which are known to swiminto
7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves 15 LATIN AMERICAN FRUITS TO SURPRISE YOUR PALATE Cherimoyas (chirimoya, anona blanca, graviola custard apple) (In the Americas, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, El Salvador, Belize, Guatemala, Brazil, Haiti) These are a large, lumpy, green fruit that can be heart-shaped or round, and which look vaguely primordial, as though they used to have scales. BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD Hadaka Matsuri – Japan. Hadaka Matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout Japan, but the most famous one occurs in Okayama, where the festival originated. On the third Saturday of every February, thousands of participants, pretty much all men, gather at the Saidai-ji Temple in Saidaiji-naka either completelynaked
CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. WHY I HATE SHORT TERM MISSIONS TRIPS There are two main reasons that people take off on missions trips: To convert the lost to Christianity. To do humanitarian work. One of the biggest beefs that I have with the concept of Christian missions into the developing world is the ignorance of the numbers and the arroganceof ignoring them.
9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
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8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD Hadaka Matsuri – Japan. Hadaka Matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout Japan, but the most famous one occurs in Okayama, where the festival originated. On the third Saturday of every February, thousands of participants, pretty much all men, gather at the Saidai-ji Temple in Saidaiji-naka either completelynaked
CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves TIME TRAVELLING IN THE UK: TOP 5 LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMS It’s fair to say that the United Kingdom has a rich and diverse history, packed with infamous wars, incidents and scandals. Millions of visitors are drawn each year to a range of major historical sites, including royal palaces, country mansions and even Roman ruins FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. WHY I HATE SHORT TERM MISSIONS TRIPS There are two main reasons that people take off on missions trips: To convert the lost to Christianity. To do humanitarian work. One of the biggest beefs that I have with the concept of Christian missions into the developing world is the ignorance of the numbers and the arroganceof ignoring them.
9 TV CHEFS WHOSE RESTAURANTS YOU CAN ACTUALLY EAT IN when he adds spices to dishes than for anything he actually cooks, but Emeril's got a real chef's background – and a long list of successful restaurants, as well. He's got restaurants in Gulfport ( Emeril's Golf Coast Fish House ), Orlando ( Emeril's Tchoup Chop ), Las Vegas ( Table 10, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, & DelmonicoSteakhouse
INDIE: A SIMPLE, POWERFUL WAY TO BUY MULTI-STOP FLIGHTS Enter any locations across the earth and Indie gives you flexible flight options to buy instantly! 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 8 – Rovinj, Istria – Croatia. As the most talked about country in Eastern Europe, Croatia has a reputation for its picturesque coastal towns, medieval stoned paths and the ravishing Adriatic coastline. Instead of sandy beaches, the shoreline of Croatia is mostly rocky, giving it a ruggedly rough edge. In contrast with the wealthier French EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCE 11 World War II Sights to Visit in England and France. In 1940, Europe was ablaze. Britain was battling for survival against the German Air Force, much of France was occupied, and millions of prisoners faced the horrors of concentration camps. Seventy years later, visitors to a peaceful Europe continue to flock to some of the war’s key sites CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Is cultural tourism a way to preserve indigenous cultures or does it simply exploit traditions for the sake of tourist dollars? JoAnna Haugen explores the fine line this type of tourism walks when travelers seek out opportunities to learn about the local culture. 10 WEIRD FOOD DELICACIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD 3 – Puffer fish, Japan. You’ve got to be careful with this delicacy or you might end up in the morgue. The deadly Puffer fish, or fugu, is the ultimate delicacy in Japan even though its skin and insides contain the poisonous toxin tetrodotoxin, which is 1,250 times stronger than cyanide. “Its skin and insides contain the poisonoustoxin
DO YOU WANT TO OPEN YOUR OWN HOSTEL? Opening a hostel is not an uncommon dream among travelers who return from a trip around the world, but is the dream the same as the reality? After turning a parking lot into a 132 bed hostel in Kyoto, Japan, Nobu Tabata speaks to Jo Fitzsimons about the highs and lows of the hostel business. 7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Kosi Bay, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa. Another shark infested location in South Africa, Kosi Bay is a picturesque and dramatic series of four lakes in the preserved KwaZulu Natal which connect to the Indian Ocean. Known for its unspoiled beauty, the bay is also famous for its Zambezi sharks, or Bull sharks, which are known to swiminto
10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME These are 10 of the best places to check out what they left behind outside of Italy. 1. Merida, Spain. Ruins seem to materialize in the unlikeliest places in this former capital of the Roman province of Lusitania. The Temple of Diana appears behind the tourist information office, and the colorful Los Milagros Aqueduct with itsseven
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BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Travel that involves the integration of travelers with locals has become known as cultural tourism. Ideally, this kind of travel allows tourists to explore a destination in a more authentic manner. It encourages people to learn about and discover otherwise unknown cultures while financially supporting local communities and helpingthem to
EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCESEE MORE ONBOOTSNALL.COM
7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVELBOOTSNALL TRAVEL NETWORKBOOTSNALL TRAVELSCAM
BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Travel that involves the integration of travelers with locals has become known as cultural tourism. Ideally, this kind of travel allows tourists to explore a destination in a more authentic manner. It encourages people to learn about and discover otherwise unknown cultures while financially supporting local communities and helpingthem to
EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCESEE MORE ONBOOTSNALL.COM
7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 8 – Rovinj, Istria – Croatia. As the most talked about country in Eastern Europe, Croatia has a reputation for its picturesque coastal towns, medieval stoned paths and the ravishing Adriatic coastline. Instead of sandy beaches, the shoreline of Croatia is mostly rocky, giving it a ruggedly rough edge. In contrast with the wealthier French ANTARCTICA - BOOTSNALL Antarctica is only accessible in the summer months – November to March – when the sea ice melts enough for boats to pass. Be prepared for 24 hours of sunlight . The temperatures can actually reach near 60F in the summer months. Unless you’re a scientist or have loads of money, the Ross Sea area is where tourist boats visit. 10 WEIRD FOOD DELICACIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD 3 – Puffer fish, Japan. You’ve got to be careful with this delicacy or you might end up in the morgue. The deadly Puffer fish, or fugu, is the ultimate delicacy in Japan even though its skin and insides contain the poisonous toxin tetrodotoxin, which is 1,250 times stronger than cyanide. “Its skin and insides contain the poisonoustoxin
10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME These are 10 of the best places to check out what they left behind outside of Italy. 1. Merida, Spain. Ruins seem to materialize in the unlikeliest places in this former capital of the Roman province of Lusitania. The Temple of Diana appears behind the tourist information office, and the colorful Los Milagros Aqueduct with itsseven
16 TRAVEL GADGETS THAT NEED TO BE INVENTED 16 Travel Gadgets That Need to be Invented. I never cease to be amazed by the range of new fangled travel gadgets that are invented, seemingly on a weekly basis. From the latest, greatest travel pillow to luggage for your dog, there’s always a new accessory that simply must be added to your pack. Someone once thought to give me theperfect
FIVE BEST U.S. CITIES FOR NATIONAL PARK LOVERS Numerous tour operators offer trips to Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona — you can travel by bus, van, Jeep, Hummer, airplane, or helicopter. Driving to the park from Las Vegas takes approximately five hours each way, so leave early and prepare yourself for a long day. If steep drop-offs don’t bother you, hike or take a mule rideinto
CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Kosi Bay, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa. Another shark infested location in South Africa, Kosi Bay is a picturesque and dramatic series of four lakes in the preserved KwaZulu Natal which connect to the Indian Ocean. Known for its unspoiled beauty, the bay is also famous for its Zambezi sharks, or Bull sharks, which are known to swiminto
HOW TO TELL WHICH VIRGIN ISLAND IS RIGHT FOR YOU Known for its lush natural scenery, St. John is less crowded than St. Thomas. More than 11,500 acres—about two-thirds—of the island are protected as a U.S. National Park, which means there is significantly less activity than on St. Thomas. Though it is located a mere three miles from St. Thomas, St. John is peppered with quiet beaches BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVELBOOTSNALL TRAVEL NETWORKBOOTSNALL TRAVELSCAM
BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Travel that involves the integration of travelers with locals has become known as cultural tourism. Ideally, this kind of travel allows tourists to explore a destination in a more authentic manner. It encourages people to learn about and discover otherwise unknown cultures while financially supporting local communities and helpingthem to
EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCESEE MORE ONBOOTSNALL.COM
7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVELBOOTSNALL TRAVEL NETWORKBOOTSNALL TRAVELSCAM
BootsnAll cultivates this understanding and human condition and values interactions over transactions and private transformation over social status and bragging rights. BootsnAll continues this today via publishing long form content on independent travel, around the world and long-term travel guides, a curated community and a most excellent 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Travel that involves the integration of travelers with locals has become known as cultural tourism. Ideally, this kind of travel allows tourists to explore a destination in a more authentic manner. It encourages people to learn about and discover otherwise unknown cultures while financially supporting local communities and helpingthem to
EIGHT GREAT SOUTHERN US BEACH TOWNS Rodanthe, North Carolina. This small, quiet beach community is located at the easternmost point of North Carolina, on the southern tip of Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks. Made popular by the 2008 movie, Nights of Rodanthe, this beach town is known for its unspoiled beaches, lush landscapes and wild beauty rather than wild nightlife. 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCESEE MORE ONBOOTSNALL.COM
7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS Japanese Noodle-Slurping. The nation known for their extreme courtesy and gentle mannerism has this one odd cultural habit that strangely contradicts the stereotypical view. For the Japanese, slurping hard on soba noodles is a must. You show your appreciation for the soba with the volume of your slurp – the louder you slurp, the better! FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Five Reasons. Not. to Join the Peace Corps. Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps. The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. Whether it’s a post-college move or a mid INTERGENERATIONAL TRAVEL Illness and injury: Older people can be physically fragile. After a lifetime of wear and tear, they can suffer from anything from arthritis to dodgy knees. My Fitbit told me we were clocking over 35,000 steps a day, and my mum was definitely feeling it. Make sure you’re covered by travel insurance. 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. The food is good at the Del Mar and their room service menu uses the same 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Price: $3258. Average cost of 1 flight: $325.80. Highlights: This trip is a classic round the world trip that circumnavigates the globe, hitting up some big, bustling cities and giving travelers the opportunity to explore some of the great regions and countries of theworld
8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 8 – Rovinj, Istria – Croatia. As the most talked about country in Eastern Europe, Croatia has a reputation for its picturesque coastal towns, medieval stoned paths and the ravishing Adriatic coastline. Instead of sandy beaches, the shoreline of Croatia is mostly rocky, giving it a ruggedly rough edge. In contrast with the wealthier French ANTARCTICA - BOOTSNALL Antarctica is only accessible in the summer months – November to March – when the sea ice melts enough for boats to pass. Be prepared for 24 hours of sunlight . The temperatures can actually reach near 60F in the summer months. Unless you’re a scientist or have loads of money, the Ross Sea area is where tourist boats visit. 10 WEIRD FOOD DELICACIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD 3 – Puffer fish, Japan. You’ve got to be careful with this delicacy or you might end up in the morgue. The deadly Puffer fish, or fugu, is the ultimate delicacy in Japan even though its skin and insides contain the poisonous toxin tetrodotoxin, which is 1,250 times stronger than cyanide. “Its skin and insides contain the poisonoustoxin
10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME These are 10 of the best places to check out what they left behind outside of Italy. 1. Merida, Spain. Ruins seem to materialize in the unlikeliest places in this former capital of the Roman province of Lusitania. The Temple of Diana appears behind the tourist information office, and the colorful Los Milagros Aqueduct with itsseven
16 TRAVEL GADGETS THAT NEED TO BE INVENTED 16 Travel Gadgets That Need to be Invented. I never cease to be amazed by the range of new fangled travel gadgets that are invented, seemingly on a weekly basis. From the latest, greatest travel pillow to luggage for your dog, there’s always a new accessory that simply must be added to your pack. Someone once thought to give me theperfect
FIVE BEST U.S. CITIES FOR NATIONAL PARK LOVERS Numerous tour operators offer trips to Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona — you can travel by bus, van, Jeep, Hummer, airplane, or helicopter. Driving to the park from Las Vegas takes approximately five hours each way, so leave early and prepare yourself for a long day. If steep drop-offs don’t bother you, hike or take a mule rideinto
CELEBRITIES BORN IN SURPRISING PARTS OF THE WORLD In one of the more mysterious stories on this list, Keanu Charles Reeves (his real name, by the way), was born to a British mother and a Chinese-Hawaiian father while the pair were together in Lebanon. Reeves’ mother became a performer and costume designer as she moved the family to Australia and then New York City, while divorcing Reeves TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Kosi Bay, Kwa-Zulu-Natal, South Africa. Another shark infested location in South Africa, Kosi Bay is a picturesque and dramatic series of four lakes in the preserved KwaZulu Natal which connect to the Indian Ocean. Known for its unspoiled beauty, the bay is also famous for its Zambezi sharks, or Bull sharks, which are known to swiminto
HOW TO TELL WHICH VIRGIN ISLAND IS RIGHT FOR YOU Known for its lush natural scenery, St. John is less crowded than St. Thomas. More than 11,500 acres—about two-thirds—of the island are protected as a U.S. National Park, which means there is significantly less activity than on St. Thomas. Though it is located a mere three miles from St. Thomas, St. John is peppered with quiet beaches BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL We call this Independent Travel or today’s Covid world, Independent Explorationwhich is a departure from routine – an opportunity to learn, have fun and embrace life in novel environments and cultures, even in your own city/location. 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Too many round the world travel dreamers give up on traveling the world before they even begin, and many of them do it because of costs. We’re here to give tips on how to best use Indie and highlight 5 affordable trips to make your dream more of a reality. CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Is cultural tourism a way to preserve indigenous cultures or does it simply exploit traditions for the sake of tourist dollars? JoAnna Haugen explores the fine line this type of tourism walks when travelers seek out opportunities to learn about the local culture. 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCESEE MORE ONBOOTSNALL.COM
FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps.The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME 7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS To many travelers who have yet to explore this part of earth, Asia is like a whole new world of hot and spicy temptation. The strange smells, intriguing languages and TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Steven Spielberg made millions by playing off people’s fear of sharks in Jaws, and while the story of the man-hunting shark that eats anything in its path (docks, boats, people) was fictional, the movie was actually based on a string of real-life shark attacks that occurred off the coast of New Jersey in 1916. A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. BOOTSNALL - INDEPENDENT TRAVEL COMMUNITY FOR INDIE TRAVELARTICLESFEATUREDABOUT USFLIGHTS8 OF THE GREATEST NUDE EVENTS AROUND THE WORLDRTW TRAVEL We call this Independent Travel or today’s Covid world, Independent Explorationwhich is a departure from routine – an opportunity to learn, have fun and embrace life in novel environments and cultures, even in your own city/location. 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Too many round the world travel dreamers give up on traveling the world before they even begin, and many of them do it because of costs. We’re here to give tips on how to best use Indie and highlight 5 affordable trips to make your dream more of a reality. CULTURAL TOURISM: DOES IT HELP OR EXPLOIT LOCAL Is cultural tourism a way to preserve indigenous cultures or does it simply exploit traditions for the sake of tourist dollars? JoAnna Haugen explores the fine line this type of tourism walks when travelers seek out opportunities to learn about the local culture. 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS 11 WORLD WAR II SIGHTS TO VISIT IN ENGLAND AND FRANCESEE MORE ONBOOTSNALL.COM
FIVE REASONS NOT TO JOIN THE PEACE CORPS Many travelers have considered—even just for a moment—joining Peace Corps.The allure of two years abroad and the chance to integrate into new and exciting cultures has tempted some 200,000 volunteers into a life of service in 139 different countries. 10 BEST ROMAN RUINS OUTSIDE OF ROME 7 OF THE MOST BIZARRE ASIAN CULTURAL HABITS To many travelers who have yet to explore this part of earth, Asia is like a whole new world of hot and spicy temptation. The strange smells, intriguing languages and TOP 10 SHARK INFESTED BEACHES IN THE WORLD Steven Spielberg made millions by playing off people’s fear of sharks in Jaws, and while the story of the man-hunting shark that eats anything in its path (docks, boats, people) was fictional, the movie was actually based on a string of real-life shark attacks that occurred off the coast of New Jersey in 1916. A NIGHT AT THE DEL RAY The Del Rey boasts of 108 rooms, each with a beautifully hand-carved mahogany door, a decent bath and a bed or two. Across from the main entrance is the Del Mar restaurant and the more intimate Key Largo bar, where there are other ladies of the night and live music. 5 AFFORDABLE ROUND THE WORLD ROUTES Too many round the world travel dreamers give up on traveling the world before they even begin, and many of them do it because of costs. We’re here to give tips on how to best use Indie and highlight 5 affordable trips to make your dream more of a reality. 8 OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTAL TOWNS There’s something about the view of a small town that looks out over a gorgeous body of water. Join Nellie Huang on a tour of 8 of the bestin the world.
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