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: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*vTj8Zsqz-3QaQXTX2Uyz2w.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="cd7e">Central and South America</h2><figure id="7062"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/0*a4h0MCAbM3x_bSK-"><figcaption>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/ja/@philton88?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Parker Hilton</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a></figcaption></figure><p id="0deb"><a href="undefined">BW Dave</a> takes us back to Costa Rica where he is on a mission to find a home for his family.</p><div id="3458" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/the-amazing-quepos-9c5f4c6a39d4"> <div> <div> <h2>The Amazing Quepos!</h2> <div><h3>By way of the Playa Naranjo Ferry</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*dVhUqCxdnzQkxTHGr2jCuA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="efde"><a href="undefined">B.R. Shenoy</a> takes us on a tour of a fascinating cemetery in Argentina.</p><div id="ae57" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/a-visit-to-recoleta-cemetery-in-buenos-aires-argentina-bf5898a43ec2"> <div> <div> <h2>Photo Essay: A Stroll through La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires, Argentina</h2> <div><h3>This cemetery is truly one of the most unusual and beautiful cemeteries in the world</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*NlpqwO4Zx0FuYqQIJHMC_A.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="f129"><a href="undefined">BW Dave</a> is at it again taking us out on the water near Quepos, Costa Rica.</p><div id="30a8" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/a-whale-of-a-time-in-quepos-costa-rica-416e014d0edb"> <div> <div> <h2>A Whale of a Time in Quepos, Costa Rica!</h2> <div><h3>From getting skunked fishing to scoring huge on a Catamaran</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*ytvMFRQqo_DWuzUX)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="b0ad">Africa</h2><figure id="b015"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/0*iijVJIooq2Kl4gl8"><figcaption>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@jameswiseman?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">James Wiseman</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a></figcaption></figure><p id="91ab"><a href="undefined">Oscar Rhea</a> writes about the night before heading to Africa to climb Mt. Kiliminjaro. <b>We all wish you the best trip and a successful climb!</b></p><div id="5a5b" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/the-night-before-63030b87917b"> <div> <div> <h2>The Night Before</h2> <div><h3>19 341 feet: Kilimanjaro Part V</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*E1e_OWvBNPsXrAxO)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="253e"><a href="undefined">Ronald Smit</a> tells us of his family moving to Zambia to manage a safari lodge. <b>How exciting!</b></p><div id="eac9" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/into-africa-2bd39338cc9f"> <div> <div> <h2>Into Africa!</h2> <div><h3>A reunification starting in September</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*OkzezJpjWNQqVq-x8HgPFw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="1327">Europe</h2><p id="9a80"><a href="undefined">Mulan</a> takes us to a super cool house in Vienna.</p><div id="2734" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/on-the-way-to-hundertwasser-house-in-vienna-6595fdbfadfc"> <div> <div> <h2>On The Way To “Hundertwasser House” In Vienna</h2> <div><h3>We were lost again</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*zLVrSFUJdr5wrm6T)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="9951"><a href="undefined">TRAVEL STORIES BY GABE</a> tells us of his culture shock in Ireland. I can certainly see why.</p><div id="733e" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/3-cultural-shocks-ive-had-since-i-moved-to-ireland-1da7f431121d"> <div> <div> <h2>3 Cultural Shocks I’ve Had Since I Moved to Ireland</h2> <div><h3>PART TWO</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*sN3yPHDqPMKU8uvonSWezA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="3ba6"><a href="undefined">Tim Ward</a> dishes on the secrets of Norway’s Christmas town.</p><div id="de10" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/roros-a-charming-town-with-a-dirty-past-88a88f2757b7"> <div> <div> <h2>Roros: A Charming Town with a Dirty Past</h2> <div><h3>The paradox of Norway’s pretty little Christmas town</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*tdjPqVa44Do4iA_571plOw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="87ff"><a href="undefined">Susie Kearley</a> tells us of injuries while traveling in their caravan in England.</p><div id="006c" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/we-went-on-holiday-and-ended-up-in-a-e-er-e38dd59bb59f"> <div> <div> <h2>We Went on Holiday and Ended up in A&E (ER)</h2> <div><h3>Injured while moving a caravan and lying in bed</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*Cp2_UybUQzpnlA4om_wVnw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="fef1"><a href="undefined">Gary</a> continues his 28-day bus trip in Europe with Days 6&7.</p><div id="ae21" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/that-time-i-did-a-28-day-european-bus-tour-part-4-368e559181ec"> <div> <div> <h2>That time I did a 28-day European bus tour — Part 4</h2> <div><h3>This article will cover Days 6–7 of the tour</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*VZmjvn13jSxyPg1vlqYJNw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="5edb"><a href="undefined">Tessa Char</a> tells us about what surprised her in Scandanavia.</p><div id="041f" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/7-things-that-surprised-me-about-scandinavia-83e4da895dd1"> <div> <div> <h2>7 Things That Surprised Me About Scandinavia</h2> <div><h3>Expect to take things slow and enjoy the sun</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*6kvEv192YDxaSoRz)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="3a2e"><a href="undefined">Vincent Van Patten</a> does a deep dive into some of the emotions that Naples, Italy evokes.</p><div id="7e89" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/giorno-e-notte-a-napoli-bef99b568e4d"> <div> <div> <h2>Giorno e Notte a Napoli</h2> <div><h3>Loose notes and observations from a week in Italy’s Southern, Uncut Gem</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*vLBF0SkPmMW17EeG5WzmrA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="20d3"><a href="undefined">Rui Alves</a> helps us to find a place to retire in Portugal.</p><div id="7e12" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/the-top-10-places-for-you-to-retire-in-portugal-bc1eabf6ed3a"> <div> <div> <h2>The Top 10 Places for You to Retire in Portugal</h2> <div><h3>You will find that Portugal has an incredible climate, beautiful landscapes, and a rich cultural heritage</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*LQXRMJ0yb8F2RL-vTecy8g.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="0152"><a href="undefined">Scott-Ryan Abt</a> takes us on a quick journey through 4 countries!</p><div id="4dba" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/four-countries-in-half-a-day-cc788e6d049"> <div> <div> <h2>Four Countries in Half a Day</h2> <div><h3>It sounds like that trip you did when you finished college. I assure you, it was the opposite.</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*XlUcKuVWowRmrap70zgP2g.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="5b48"><a href="undefined">Nathaniel Mellor</a> writes about things he learned from living in southern Italy. These are all important lessons we can learn from living in a new country. It adds meaning to “out of your comfort zone”.</p><div id="5445" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/lessons-ive-learned-from-southern-italy-559ae34f685f"> <div> <div> <h2>Lessons I’ve Learned From Southern Italy</h2> <div><h3>Conserving utilities, patience, and eating better</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*Mx6iBWJ48uJm95Ma)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="8076"><a href="undefined">Serhii Onkov</a> takes on a stunning tour of the Carpathian Mountains in Ukraine.</p><div id="23e0" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/chernyk-in-the-middle-of-nowhere-299ca3364c42"> <div> <div> <h2>Chernyk. In the Middle of Nowhere</h2> <div><h3>Picturesque dead end in Ukrainian Carpathians</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*hK1FzMijvoOwyR0lCi-_OA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="9ba1"><a href="undefined">Linda Ng</a> gives us food for thought in Ireland.</p><div id="ef04" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/how-do-you-explain-these-mysteries-in-ireland-a6332747bbd7"> <div> <div> <h2>How Do You Explain These Mysteries in Ireland?</h2> <div><h3>I went to Ireland in 2016 and I’m still baffled about two things.</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*emMQ1m4QH7Ogs3ZUlKWpOw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="23d4"><a href="undefined">Meandering Naturists</a> gives us tips on visiting the European Spas. Some you can go naked, others you can’t. Some ONLY allow it. <b>Who knew?</b></p><div id="4fd8" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/is-social-nudity-on-your-bucket-list-try-a-european-spa-3d9dc676d68a"> <div> <div> <h2>Is Social Nudity on your Bucket List? Try a European Spa</h2> <div><h3>8 things to know if you’re “nude curious,” but a bit nervous about getting naked with others</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*e_rF9ZuXaAKmCVgoCGcqVw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="11f6"><a href="undefined">Tim Ward</a> take us to see the Musk Ox in Norway, but you may have to squint to see them! Very cleverly written!</p><div id="ae95" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/a-norwegian-parable-of-the-musk-ox-b800406e08b6"> <div> <div> <h2>A (Norwegian) Parable of the Musk Ox</h2> <div><h3>With apologies to the Zen Masters</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*JjDCm-e7NOv4C3UIBywoRw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="7723"><a href="undefined">Kua Lina</a> shares her advice about seeing Lisbon from above.</p><div id="a588" class="link-block"> <a href="https://medium.com/globetrotters/a-view-from-above-castelo-de-s%C3%A3o-jorge-lisbon-6d1d706b6d94"> <div> <div> <h2>A View From Above — Castelo de São Jorge, Lisbon</h2> <div><h3>Start seeing Lisbon from the top</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*qbEoAQc-N

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TADpWw13LQXsg.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="6d06"><a href="undefined">Mark Ainscow</a> takes us on a train from Berlin to Paris. I loved his hilarious take on the journey as he fulfilled his son's biggest wish of sleeping on a train.</p><div id="976d" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/a-friendly-northerner-on-a-russian-train-4ba4f8de7e8e"> <div> <div> <h2>A Friendly Northerner on a Russian Train</h2> <div><h3>From Berlin to Paris on the Moscow-Paris Express</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*PZ9g4bwhaCx6KXZlxeCuHw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="5dba">Our editor <a href="undefined">Anne Bonfert</a> takes us high above Europe with her stunning photos from the plane. Stay tuned for more of her adventure above the tree line!</p><div id="ef20" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/into-the-mountains-34eb1b1d95c5"> <div> <div> <h2>Into The Mountains</h2> <div><h3>Flying to the Alps</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*79JLMmWf0QVWtxvy31ZuPQ.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="5808"><a href="undefined">Chau Trieu</a> shares some handy apps for traveling in The Netherlands. I especially love the one that <b>helps you locate safe and free drinking water</b>. We should all learn from this and stop drinking bottled water when possible!</p><div id="0bdb" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/3-must-install-local-apps-before-you-arrive-in-the-netherlands-95ca9a675be5"> <div> <div> <h2>3 Must-Install Local Apps Before You Arrive In The Netherlands</h2> <div><h3>It’ll save you lots of time and money</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*AEJygMIh8ipwVH5f)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="4aa1">I (<a href="undefined">Jillian</a>) am currently traveling in Bulgaria. Plovdiv was the first city we visited this time around, and we really fell in love with it. <b>Who knew there were Roman ruins in Bulgaria?</b></p><div id="f591" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/plovdiv-bulgarias-second-largest-city-afc6283ebf98"> <div> <div> <h2>Plovdiv — Bulgaria’s Second Largest City</h2> <div><h3>The history of this city is mind-blowing!</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*EsjAwAiKAe7nB2-8Zk4gUw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="6073">Asia</h2><p id="241a"><a href="undefined">Julien Demaret</a> shares his wisdom about Thailand after living there for 3 years.</p><div id="6cf3" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/10-things-to-know-before-going-to-thailand-830e7f49fc04"> <div> <div> <h2>10 Things to Know Before Going to Thailand</h2> <div><h3>Here are some insights I got from living 3 years in Thailand and sharing my life with a Thai girl.</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*rdDeHokEk3i8FOX8svakZg.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="634d"><a href="undefined">Jordhan Robinson</a> takes us back to Vietnam in part 2 of his journey from south to north.</p><div id="6569" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/south-to-north-my-journey-through-vietnam-part-2-6a38175139c1"> <div> <div> <h2>South to North: My Journey Through Vietnam Part 2</h2> <div><h3>From the enchanting city of Hue to the misty Northern Highlands.</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*Y-mUnmupAcxhhFz3K_L9sg.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="5e02"><a href="undefined">Darren Weir</a> starts his ride in Vietnam — this is just day one!</p><div id="8ec0" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/cycling-through-vietnams-violent-past-24514903ca20"> <div> <div> <h2>Cycling Through Vietnam’s Violent Past</h2> <div><h3>Part One Of Six</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*DnvagBPhoXkSXML8II9MgQ.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="2d1b">Australia / Australasia</h2><figure id="9ae7"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/0*6uEQt50IRtBDC7kj"><figcaption>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@dmjdenise?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Denise Jans</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a></figcaption></figure><p id="f404"><a href="undefined">Michael Cameron</a> takes us back to Australia with part 2 of his family road trip.</p><div id="b9d4" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/the-road-trip-part-2-45da0c218881"> <div> <div> <h2>The Road Trip Part 2</h2> <div><h3>On, on to Carnarvon Gorge</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*cI0R0uPS6gvlvKMtgSTQRQ.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="f477"><a href="undefined">Natacha Cryer</a> takes us to New Zealand on a beautiful hike.</p><div id="8126" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/hiking-and-discovering-whangarei-6f24c68a1f29"> <div> <div> <h2>Hiking Mt Manaia for an Amazing View and Exploring Whangarei</h2> <div><h3>For our first day in New Zealand, we hike mount Manaia for an amazing view and explored the Whangarei Falls.</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*ZEVx4lmU8jQctiKV)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="2685"><a href="undefined">Wendy Wright</a> takes us on a road trip through Victoria, Australia.</p><div id="bc7e" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/victoria-a-road-trip-1-631d2db28423"> <div> <div> <h2>Victoria — A road trip (#1)</h2> <div><h3>1 — Melbourne to the Grampians</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*lD-oCelFNnHgCeV16FnCLA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="6e6b"><a href="undefined">Charles Black M.D.</a> takes us skiing and more on the South Island of New Zealand.</p><div id="8ad5" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/surfing-and-skiing-all-in-the-same-day-winter-in-new-zealand-ad4281190dd4"> <div> <div> <h2>Surfing and Skiing all in the Same Day — Winter in New Zealand</h2> <div><h3>A family from Colorado who moved to New Zealand take a ski trip in the Southern Alps in July to see how the conditions…</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*GlRlA13JmEA4zBqr.jpg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="12d5">Travel Tips</h2><figure id="747f"><img src="https://cdn-images-1.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:800/0*qisQbT23tywN0N-C"><figcaption>Photo by <a href="https://unsplash.com/@kadh?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Kira auf der Heide</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com?utm_source=medium&utm_medium=referral">Unsplash</a></figcaption></figure><p id="e24d"><a href="undefined">Nathaniel Mellor</a> tells us where to go to sign up for housesitting. My partner and I use Housecarers.com and we have had a lot of success housesitting through that platform.</p><div id="267a" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/my-5-favorite-house-sitting-websites-7dd8efeecf3f"> <div> <div> <h2>My 5 Favorite House Sitting Websites</h2> <div><h3>Ranked in no particular order (because I love them all!)</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*Pzq_xEXdAkah3AGP)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="58b9"><a href="undefined">Kristina Kasparian, PhD</a> shares how she manages chronic pain while she travels.</p><div id="48b2" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/traveling-comfortably-with-a-chronic-illness-83b72cc42670"> <div> <div> <h2>Traveling Comfortably with a Chronic Illness</h2> <div><h3>How I manage my endometriosis and chronic pain while I travel</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*rB_jeIHuHw30UQvg1KuZmA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="f441"><a href="undefined">Jacqueline Jannotta</a> shares tips to get your next side hustle going.</p><div id="5e45" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/follow-the-best-income-stream-to-your-adventure-abroad-9e95c0aa0302"> <div> <div> <h2>Follow the Best Income Stream to Your Adventure Abroad</h2> <div><h3>Tips from my book “Let’s Leave the Country! A Guide to Your Family Year Abroad”</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*TVmZxz6GZoP3R148wwdySQ.png)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="6bfb"><a href="undefined">Crystal A. Walker</a> shares her tips to help avoid depression before and after your travels.</p><div id="1310" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/pre-post-travel-depression-f7a09d1825cf"> <div> <div> <h2>Pre- & Post-Travel Depression</h2> <div><h3>Recommendations to keep yourself from feeling blue before and after your adventures.</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*4GWl9Pv01GCX8u5S.jpg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="98bb"><a href="undefined">DeeDee</a> tells us why she likes packing cubes. I do agree, they are fantastic.</p><div id="bcbe" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/why-i-believe-packing-cubes-are-worth-all-the-hype-96fb877f854b"> <div> <div> <h2>Why I Believe Packing Cubes Are Worth All the Hype</h2> <div><h3>I Never Travel Without Mine</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*Wvra21m6meDmkvRb8ikUyA.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="dcef"><a href="undefined">U-Ming Lee</a> gives us a real look at life in South East Asia. It’s not all rainbows and unicorns.</p><div id="4bcd" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/why-moving-to-southeast-asia-could-be-the-worst-decision-you-make-d44d31439fcf"> <div> <div> <h2>Why Moving to Southeast Asia Could Be the Worst Decision You Make</h2> <div><h3>The cost of living is low. But are you truly prepared to live there?</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/0*1QbjU2chAmzxtetN.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><h2 id="4427">Miscellaneous</h2><p id="73ba"><a href="undefined">Patrick O'Brian</a> takes us on a tour of his first camping trailer, complete with a video.</p><div id="5eb6" class="link-block"> <a href="https://readmedium.com/a-walk-through-of-our-first-used-camping-trailer-d15eec73f380"> <div> <div> <h2>A Walk-Through of Our First Used Camping Trailer</h2> <div><h3>I enjoyed doing this You-Tube Video and wanted to share it with you</h3></div> <div><p>medium.com</p></div> </div> <div> <div style="background-image: url(https://miro.readmedium.com/v2/resize:fit:320/1*F8sFlSRa0fxvC9vK9zFvJw.jpeg)"></div> </div> </div> </a> </div><p id="c030">Well, that wraps up our week! I hope this reading list provides you with your fill of adventure, enthusiasm, and excitement about the beautiful world that we are all fortunate enough to live in.</p><p id="55c0">On behalf of myself, <a href="undefined">Adrienne Beaumont</a>, <a href="undefined">Anne Bonfert</a>, <a href="undefined">JoAnn Ryan</a>, and <a href="undefined">The Sturg</a> I want to thank you for choosing Globetrotters as your travel story destination:)</p><p id="0185" type="7">Keep traveling!</p><p id="c9ab"><b><i>PS. If I have missed a story or gotten something wrong, please let me know and I will correct it:)</i></b></p><p id="b5e2"><b><i>PPS. MANY stories did not have photos credited this week. PLEASE credit photos before submitting them to the publication! Thank you!!!</i></b></p></article></body>

Globetrotters Stories 4 September — 10 September

Many great stories during a slower-than-usual week.

It’s that time of year when the seasons are changing, kids are going back to school, and life just seems busy. It has been a slower week in the publication this week, and I have the feeling that we are all just getting ourselves resettled and organized for the final chapter of 2022.

Thank you, as usual, to all of you who have chosen to submit your stories to Globetrotters. We are quickly becoming the go-to publication for travel stories and more!

Story of the Week

As usual, there are so many great stories here in Globetrotters. I don’t set out with an intention to choose just one each week, I just let it (them) come to me. While so many were fun to read, this week I was enthralled with Michelle’s story of swimming 3 miles (4.8km) to an island off the coast of Senegal. She hadn’t planned to do it that day, she was just going to swim laps in the pool.

But when the opportunity came up to swim to an island instead, she said yes!

The power of saying yes to opportunities often leads us to things we could never imagine. In Michelle's case, she showed herself what she was made of by swimming in this enormous crossing.

Her story of triumph is inspiring and encouraging! It makes me wonder what we all could achieve if we just said yes more often. Thanks for sharing your story Michelle:)

How I Swam 3 Miles Straight Into the Atlantic Ocean From a Senegalese Beach

This ocean race from a Senegalese beach is a life-changing physical and mental challenge.

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JoAnn’s Weekly News

JoAnn Ryan keeps us up to date with her weekly news. If you are new to the publication (or even if you aren’t), this will provide you with a ton of information.

Globetrotters Weekly News — Sept 8

Medium rules vs. distribution standards, FAQs, monthly challenge submissions and new writers

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She also published an FAQ article that will hopefully answer all of your questions. But if you have any more, please don’t hesitate to ask!

Frequently Asked Questions About Writing on Globetrotters (and Medium)

Attempting to answer your important questions!

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Writer Spotlights

We received 4 more writer spotlight stories. If you are new to Globetrotters, this is a great way to introduce yourself and let us know more about your traveling self.

Jordhan Robinson

Globetrotters Writer’s Spotlight: Jordhan Robinson

Seeking adventure since 1996.

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Jodi Monroe

Globetrotter Writers Spotlight — Jodi Monroe

“The world looks brand-new! A day full of possibilities! Let’s go exploring!” — Calvin & Hobbes

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Simona Toma

Globetrotters Writer Spotlight — Toma Simona

The traveller with a romantic twist

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Susan Nanfeldt

Globetrotters Writer Spotlight — Susan Nanfeldt

I travel to learn

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September Monthly Challenge — The Harvest and The Food

September's challenge has been slow to get off the ground but we have received a few stories. I know that once the month settles in a bit more, we will see many more! Remember, this challenge can be just about food in general! If it is travel related, we want to hear about it:)

Osan Fernando tells us about picking strawberries (and other berries) in the strawberry capital of the Philippines. Did you know that strawberries are not technically berries? I’m amazed!

Strawberry And Mulberry-Filled Stories

Get acquainted with strawberry, its versatility and my mulberry tree-to-be

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Kim Baker shows us some interesting food in Turkey and Japan.

The Pleasures and Terrors of International Dining

You are what you eat so eating local food makes your travel experience literally become a part of you

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Vincent Van Patten takes us on a bit of a foodie tour in Tel Aviv.

A Golden Morning In Tel Aviv, In Search of the Perfect Bite

Unpacking the spirit and the tastes of one of the world’s most vibrant cities

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Susan Nanfeldt shares her culinary adventures at a market in Rome. Shopping in Europe can be a bit different than in other parts of the world.

Tripe, Tendons, and Organ Meat

Rome’s Testaccio market doesn’t pander to tourists

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Stories from around the world are separated by continent.

North America

Michael DeFranceschi takes us through a small town in Indiana.

Indiana — When an Adorable Black Cat Inspired Us to Visit a Small Town

Let me know if you guess which town correctly!

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Allison Ditmer shows us what it is like to sleep in a covered wagon in Utah.

Why You Need to Sleep in a Covered Wagon

Try wide open spaces and new experiences

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Suntonu Bhadra brings us to a beautiful community near Toronto where scenes from the famous movie IT were filmed! Look out for Pennywise!

A Trip to Canada's Most Road 'Trippable' Town and the Hiding Ground of Stephen King's IT

Only an hour's drive from the City of Toronto, Canada

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Michael DeFranceschi continues his journey of America and takes us to Louisville (or is it Looeyville, Luhvul, Looavile…….?), Kentucky.

Kentucky — We Were So Happy After Gobbling the Amazing Fried Chicken

And no… it was not KFC!

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Michele Maize (The Sober Vegan Yogi) takes us on her first solo journey from New Jersey to Manhattan! While I agree with her that solo travel is empowering, I also prefer a travel buddy.

Traveling Solo is an Empowering Experience

I stepped out of my comfort zone and explored New Jersey and New York solo

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B A Little shares some rules and advice for camping in US state parks.

General Rules for Camping in U.S. State Parks

Rules may vary from state to state

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Central and South America

BW Dave takes us back to Costa Rica where he is on a mission to find a home for his family.

The Amazing Quepos!

By way of the Playa Naranjo Ferry

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B.R. Shenoy takes us on a tour of a fascinating cemetery in Argentina.

Photo Essay: A Stroll through La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires, Argentina

This cemetery is truly one of the most unusual and beautiful cemeteries in the world

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BW Dave is at it again taking us out on the water near Quepos, Costa Rica.

A Whale of a Time in Quepos, Costa Rica!

From getting skunked fishing to scoring huge on a Catamaran

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Africa

Oscar Rhea writes about the night before heading to Africa to climb Mt. Kiliminjaro. We all wish you the best trip and a successful climb!

The Night Before

19 341 feet: Kilimanjaro Part V

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Ronald Smit tells us of his family moving to Zambia to manage a safari lodge. How exciting!

Into Africa!

A reunification starting in September

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Europe

Mulan takes us to a super cool house in Vienna.

On The Way To “Hundertwasser House” In Vienna

We were lost again

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TRAVEL STORIES BY GABE tells us of his culture shock in Ireland. I can certainly see why.

3 Cultural Shocks I’ve Had Since I Moved to Ireland

PART TWO

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Tim Ward dishes on the secrets of Norway’s Christmas town.

Roros: A Charming Town with a Dirty Past

The paradox of Norway’s pretty little Christmas town

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Susie Kearley tells us of injuries while traveling in their caravan in England.

We Went on Holiday and Ended up in A&E (ER)

Injured while moving a caravan and lying in bed

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Gary continues his 28-day bus trip in Europe with Days 6&7.

That time I did a 28-day European bus tour — Part 4

This article will cover Days 6–7 of the tour

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Tessa Char tells us about what surprised her in Scandanavia.

7 Things That Surprised Me About Scandinavia

Expect to take things slow and enjoy the sun

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Vincent Van Patten does a deep dive into some of the emotions that Naples, Italy evokes.

Giorno e Notte a Napoli

Loose notes and observations from a week in Italy’s Southern, Uncut Gem

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Rui Alves helps us to find a place to retire in Portugal.

The Top 10 Places for You to Retire in Portugal

You will find that Portugal has an incredible climate, beautiful landscapes, and a rich cultural heritage

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Scott-Ryan Abt takes us on a quick journey through 4 countries!

Four Countries in Half a Day

It sounds like that trip you did when you finished college. I assure you, it was the opposite.

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Nathaniel Mellor writes about things he learned from living in southern Italy. These are all important lessons we can learn from living in a new country. It adds meaning to “out of your comfort zone”.

Lessons I’ve Learned From Southern Italy

Conserving utilities, patience, and eating better

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Serhii Onkov takes on a stunning tour of the Carpathian Mountains in Ukraine.

Chernyk. In the Middle of Nowhere

Picturesque dead end in Ukrainian Carpathians

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Linda Ng gives us food for thought in Ireland.

How Do You Explain These Mysteries in Ireland?

I went to Ireland in 2016 and I’m still baffled about two things.

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Meandering Naturists gives us tips on visiting the European Spas. Some you can go naked, others you can’t. Some ONLY allow it. Who knew?

Is Social Nudity on your Bucket List? Try a European Spa

8 things to know if you’re “nude curious,” but a bit nervous about getting naked with others

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Tim Ward take us to see the Musk Ox in Norway, but you may have to squint to see them! Very cleverly written!

A (Norwegian) Parable of the Musk Ox

With apologies to the Zen Masters

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Kua Lina shares her advice about seeing Lisbon from above.

A View From Above — Castelo de São Jorge, Lisbon

Start seeing Lisbon from the top

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Mark Ainscow takes us on a train from Berlin to Paris. I loved his hilarious take on the journey as he fulfilled his son's biggest wish of sleeping on a train.

A Friendly Northerner on a Russian Train

From Berlin to Paris on the Moscow-Paris Express

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Our editor Anne Bonfert takes us high above Europe with her stunning photos from the plane. Stay tuned for more of her adventure above the tree line!

Into The Mountains

Flying to the Alps

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Chau Trieu shares some handy apps for traveling in The Netherlands. I especially love the one that helps you locate safe and free drinking water. We should all learn from this and stop drinking bottled water when possible!

3 Must-Install Local Apps Before You Arrive In The Netherlands

It’ll save you lots of time and money

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I (Jillian) am currently traveling in Bulgaria. Plovdiv was the first city we visited this time around, and we really fell in love with it. Who knew there were Roman ruins in Bulgaria?

Plovdiv — Bulgaria’s Second Largest City

The history of this city is mind-blowing!

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Asia

Julien Demaret shares his wisdom about Thailand after living there for 3 years.

10 Things to Know Before Going to Thailand

Here are some insights I got from living 3 years in Thailand and sharing my life with a Thai girl.

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Jordhan Robinson takes us back to Vietnam in part 2 of his journey from south to north.

South to North: My Journey Through Vietnam Part 2

From the enchanting city of Hue to the misty Northern Highlands.

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Darren Weir starts his ride in Vietnam — this is just day one!

Cycling Through Vietnam’s Violent Past

Part One Of Six

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Australia / Australasia

Michael Cameron takes us back to Australia with part 2 of his family road trip.

The Road Trip Part 2

On, on to Carnarvon Gorge

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Natacha Cryer takes us to New Zealand on a beautiful hike.

Hiking Mt Manaia for an Amazing View and Exploring Whangarei

For our first day in New Zealand, we hike mount Manaia for an amazing view and explored the Whangarei Falls.

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Wendy Wright takes us on a road trip through Victoria, Australia.

Victoria — A road trip (#1)

1 — Melbourne to the Grampians

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Charles Black M.D. takes us skiing and more on the South Island of New Zealand.

Surfing and Skiing all in the Same Day — Winter in New Zealand

A family from Colorado who moved to New Zealand take a ski trip in the Southern Alps in July to see how the conditions…

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Travel Tips

Nathaniel Mellor tells us where to go to sign up for housesitting. My partner and I use Housecarers.com and we have had a lot of success housesitting through that platform.

My 5 Favorite House Sitting Websites

Ranked in no particular order (because I love them all!)

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Kristina Kasparian, PhD shares how she manages chronic pain while she travels.

Traveling Comfortably with a Chronic Illness

How I manage my endometriosis and chronic pain while I travel

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Jacqueline Jannotta shares tips to get your next side hustle going.

Follow the Best Income Stream to Your Adventure Abroad

Tips from my book “Let’s Leave the Country! A Guide to Your Family Year Abroad”

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Crystal A. Walker shares her tips to help avoid depression before and after your travels.

Pre- & Post-Travel Depression

Recommendations to keep yourself from feeling blue before and after your adventures.

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DeeDee tells us why she likes packing cubes. I do agree, they are fantastic.

Why I Believe Packing Cubes Are Worth All the Hype

I Never Travel Without Mine

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U-Ming Lee gives us a real look at life in South East Asia. It’s not all rainbows and unicorns.

Why Moving to Southeast Asia Could Be the Worst Decision You Make

The cost of living is low. But are you truly prepared to live there?

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Miscellaneous

Patrick O'Brian takes us on a tour of his first camping trailer, complete with a video.

A Walk-Through of Our First Used Camping Trailer

I enjoyed doing this You-Tube Video and wanted to share it with you

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Well, that wraps up our week! I hope this reading list provides you with your fill of adventure, enthusiasm, and excitement about the beautiful world that we are all fortunate enough to live in.

On behalf of myself, Adrienne Beaumont, Anne Bonfert, JoAnn Ryan, and The Sturg I want to thank you for choosing Globetrotters as your travel story destination:)

Keep traveling!

PS. If I have missed a story or gotten something wrong, please let me know and I will correct it:)

PPS. MANY stories did not have photos credited this week. PLEASE credit photos before submitting them to the publication! Thank you!!!