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Street art for a cause: Interview with artist Federico Frum of Mas Paz

Posted on February 24, 2013 | 6 Comments
TweetColombian-American street artist Federico Frum discusses the inspiration behind his work, giving back, and spreading a message of “Mas Paz” Street artist Federico Frum’s art has taken him many places....
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Travel health: 10 tips to stay healthy and fit while traveling

Posted on August 12, 2012 | 15 Comments
TweetToday’s guest writer is Ciki, an adventurous traveler, licensed pharmacist and fitness junkie based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. There’s nothing worse than going away on vacation to an exotic and...
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Top 5 cheap eats in Nashville: From food trucks to classic BBQ

Posted on June 25, 2012 | 10 Comments
TweetNashville has a blossoming foodie scene and you can find many popular food bloggers based there. Catbird Seat, Tayst, and City House are all popular for fine dining but if...
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8 hours in Amsterdam: Biking to art galleries, markets and the Red Light District (photos)

Posted on May 5, 2012 | 11 Comments
TweetToday’s contributor is Laura Mannering, a London-based travel writer and editor of online travel magazine World Out There. It would be easy to spend a week in Amsterdam touring its...
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Photo Essay: The two sides of Havana, Cuba

Posted on April 11, 2012 | 13 Comments
TweetToday’s guest writer is Tracy Zhang, a 21-year-old travel photographer based in Vancouver, Canada. When Dirty Dancing: Havana Nights opened at the theater near my house, the 14 year-old me...
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Photos: Hong Kong street art features Obama, Lennon and giant lips

Posted on February 1, 2012 | 12 Comments
TweetToday’s guest writer is South Korean travel blogger Juno Kim, also known as Runaway Juno. We love her sense of adventure, carefree spirit and passion for the arts– and hope...
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NYC deals: How to find discount Broadway tickets online and in-person

Posted on December 22, 2011 | 6 Comments
TweetToday’s guest writer is Erin Salvi, a Brooklynite with a passion for theater and impressive bargain-hunting skills. Whether you’re a tourist or a local, one of the best forms of...
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Photo Essay: Berlin street art celebrates Marlon Brando, Little Lucy and an infamous kiss

Posted on October 10, 2011 | 9 Comments
TweetToday’s guest post is by Maya Morgan, a traveler, filmmaker and copy editor from South Africa. I recently visited Berlin, Germany and was astounded by the street art that seems...
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Philadelphia: City of art and science (photo essay)

Posted on September 12, 2011 | 15 Comments
TweetToday’s guest post is by Runaway Juno, a South Korean blogger with a taste for adventure. She is currently traveling across the USA and blogging about her experiences at RunawayJuno.com....
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How to become a responsible traveler: 5 tips from a local travel expert

Posted on August 15, 2011 | 14 Comments
TweetToday’s guest post is written by Ethan Gelber, a blogger, communications specialist and advocate for local travel. I remember the first time I saw ‘local travel’ mentioned in writing. I...
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