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Travelers with a Conscience and Passports with Purpose—One of the Coolest Things We’ve Ever Seen Travelers with a Conscience and Passports with Purpose—One of the Coolest Things We’ve Ever Seen

We like to consider ourselves responsible travelers.  I mean, we throw our cigarette... 

Protecting Yourself Against the Elements: Part 4— Hot and Tropical Climates Protecting Yourself Against the Elements: Part 4— Hot and Tropical Climates

It’s been a while, but the Vagabonds are back, and we are continuing our “Protecting... 

Five Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Tourist When on the Road Five Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Tourist When on the Road

While most of the people you meet on the road will have an open and welcoming attitude,... 

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Packing

Helpful Hints for Traveling in Asia

Thailand: Helpful Hint #1: As a Westerner, it is often hard to get past the vast... 

Protecting Yourself Against the Elements: Part 4— Hot and Tropical Climates Protecting Yourself Against the Elements: Part 4— Hot and Tropical Climates

It’s been a while, but the Vagabonds are back, and we are continuing our “Protecting... 

Five Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Tourist When on the Road Five Ways to Avoid Looking Like a Tourist When on the Road

While most of the people you meet on the road will have an open and welcoming attitude,... 

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Lodging


Guide to Hosteling in Chicago Guide to Hosteling in Chicago

Annually, Chicago hosts 35 million travelers, both domestic and international, a number steadily on the rise as Chicago strives to be a center for film making, green technology and independent music. Listed below are the city’s most prominent hostels, providing you the means to visit without breaking the bank. AAE Chicago Parthenon 314 S. Halsed... [Read more of this review]

Minshuku, I’m Sleeping Over Tonight! Minshuku, I’m Sleeping Over Tonight!

Once, a French cameraman made up a new concept on television, trying to ask people in other countries if he can sleep over at their place. As he progressed, he found much more difficulty in Japan than any other country he had been during all his experiences abroad! However, a more convenient way is to use Minshuku (民宿), which will offer you the... [Read more of this review]

Your Guide to Hiroshima: Part 2—Lodging & Accommodation Your Guide to Hiroshima: Part 2—Lodging & Accommodation

Once you arrive in Hiroshima, you are going to want to find a place to stay—that is, if you plan on staying overnight.  There are about five hostels, two hotels, and four ryokans (旅館) in the city as of: August 11, 2009.  (If you haven’t already familiarized yourself with them, ryokans are traditional Japanese hotels/hostels, where you get... [Read more of this review]

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