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Top 7 Adventure Activities in Peru

With some of the world’s most varied topography inside the bounds of one country, it’s no wonder Peru is an epic adventure travel destination. Culturally, it’s known for its archaeological riches and colonial splendors. But Peru’s epic nature is what really beckons adventure lovers. ...

How to Pack Cables, Cords, and Chargers

No matter how lightly I pack, there doesn’t seem to be any way of minimizing the cables, cords, and chargers that I need everywhere I go. Phones, cameras, tablets, e-readers, back-up batteries, laptops… they all need power. In general, I have three rules when traveling...

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Six Trippy Animals You Can Only See on a Trip to Madagascar

A trip to Madagascar offers nature lovers the chance to come face-to-face with some of the most extraordinary and unique creatures in the world.  The island nation is often to referred to as the "eighth continent" because its flora and fauna are so wildly different...

Cultural Snapshot: Celebrate the Holidays in Africa

“Nearly every American hungers to move,” discovered John Steinbeck in Travels with Charley, during his journey across the States. He found most Americans yearning to travel like he was, to see something new, really anything new. Holiday traditions are important for most of us, but...

Do You Need a Chip and PIN Card in Europe?

If it’s been a while since your last international trip, I have some unwelcome news: outside of the U.S., most credit cards and card readers are using a new technology. Old style magnetic strips are on their way out; embedded security chips are on...