Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Trip Review of the Month: Our Iceland Trip in Detail

Each month, we’ll highlight one new trip review submitted by an IndependentTraveler.com reader. If your review is featured, you’ll win an IndependentTraveler.com logo item!

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In this month’s winning review, a traveler explores Iceland’s natural beauty during a wintry off-season trip. … Keep reading!



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Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Socially Responsible Travel: A Q&A with Malia Everette

Tourism doesn’t simply have to benefit the person soaking in the sun; it can also do good for the people and places you visit. Malia Everette has spent her career blending the two together, designing pleasurable, socially responsible travel experiences … Keep reading!



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Friday, March 25, 2016

Flag Friday

This week’s travel puzzle is part of our ongoing Flag Friday series of challenges. Can you identify which nation the following flag belongs to?


Enter your guess in the comments below. You have until Monday, March 28, 2016, at 11:59 … Keep reading!



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Top Travel Stories of the Week

Check out the best travel content you might have missed this week.

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How to Be the Kind of Tourist Tour Guides Love
This Washington Post story by a tour guide in Paris offers practical advice every traveler should know before … Keep reading!



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Thursday, March 24, 2016

Photos: Spring Flowers Around the World

We’re celebrating the start of spring by daydreaming about … what else? … travel. Feast your eyes along with us on these incredible spots to see spring flowers around the world.

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Tulip fields bloom each spring across the Netherlands.


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Flowering … Keep reading!


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Tuesday, March 22, 2016

The Quest for Perfect Carry-On Items

I’m always on the prowl for the best items to pack in the carry-on bag that stays under the seat in front of me during a long-haul flight. The coziest socks, the perfect snacks, the best neck pillow, the yoga … Keep reading!



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Friday, March 18, 2016

Friday Word Scramble

This week’s puzzle is a word scramble. Below are the jumbled names of four major cities from around the world, followed by the country where they’re located. Your job is to unscramble them. For example, “IALM, EURP” would be “Lima, … Keep reading!



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Thursday, March 17, 2016

Top Travel Stories of the Week

Check out the best travel content you may have missed this week.

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Iraq? Crimea? Mali? Could These Be Travel Hotspots of the Future?
CNN offers an intriguing look at eight places that are currently troubled (for various reasons) but could … Keep reading!



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Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Wherefor: An Inspiring New Way to Book a Trip

If you’ve got a fixed vacation budget but no strong feelings about where you want to go, a new booking site could provide the perfect combination of low prices and inspiration. It’s called Wherefor.

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You start by entering your … Keep reading!



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Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Vintage Travel Posters Are Cool Again

Vintage travel posters remind us of a time when travel was glamorous — and they make for some really attractive artwork for your home or office.

Retro posters have made frequent appearances in the marketplace over the past few months, … Keep reading!



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Friday, March 11, 2016

Where in the World?

This Friday’s challenge is a photo of an unidentified place somewhere in the world. Can you tell us where the photo was taken? Leave your guess in the comments below — and check back on Tuesday to see if you … Keep reading!



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Top Travel Stories of the Week

Discover the best travel articles you may have missed this week.

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Visiting Phnom Penh: How I Finally Relaxed in a City That Scared Me
This compelling essay from Conde Nast Traveler explores a traveler’s experience in Phnom Penh, where she … Keep reading!



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Thursday, March 10, 2016

Why a Worldwide Caution Shouldn’t Stop You from Traveling

This morning, a colleague received an email from the U.S. State Department with a rather alarming subject line: “Message for U.S. Citizens: Worldwide Caution Update.” The email was a transmission of the Worldwide Caution released on the State Department’s website … Keep reading!



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Tuesday, March 8, 2016

And the World’s Best Airports Are…

Among the world’s busiest airports, Seoul’s Incheon International Airport and Singapore Changi Airport provide the best customer services and amenities, according to a new survey from Airports Council International (ACI).

The two Asian airports provide modern amenities and entertainment options … Keep reading!



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