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  • A Little Cabin in the Arctic Wilderness: The Journey of a Girl in Pursuit of Happiness in the Northernmost Permanent Settlement on the Planet

    October has always been one of Cecilia's favorite months. The sky over Longyearbyen, Norway (78.2232° N, 15.6267° E) is painted in incredible … [Read More]

    A Little Cabin in the Arctic Wilderness: The Journey of a Girl in Pursuit of Happiness in the Northernmost Permanent Settlement on the Planet
  • Ole Orvér, Chief Commercial Officer of Finnair

    Q. You joined Finnair as Chief Commercial Officer in May 2019.  How did you and your team deal with this unprecedented situation in 2020 and what … [Read More]

    Ole Orvér, Chief Commercial Officer of Finnair
  • Five Days in New York City

    New York, the largest city in the USA boasts incredible stimuli 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, whether it be visual, noise or activity related. … [Read More]

    Five Days in New York City
  • Arriving Into Iran and the Tests of Traveling

    I left for the Tbilisi International Airport in the country of Georgia at 10pm. I arrived at my final destination, Shiraz, Iran some 20 hours … [Read More]

    Arriving Into Iran and the Tests of Traveling
  • Shh…Quiet. I’m in Norway

    July 7 - Subject: Greetings from quiet Norway! Shh... the first words we heard on the train from the airport to the city center were "please … [Read More]

    Shh…Quiet. I’m in Norway
  • Thailand: One man’s virgin tour

    Dried fish at a Bangkok street market I wake up at 5:30 a.m. on the 57th floor of the Lebua at State Tower, an upscale hotel in the thick of … [Read More]

    Thailand: One man’s virgin tour
  • Two donkeys lost in South Africa’s Kruger National Park

    Among those who come to Africa to join a safari, the holy grail of animal tracking is the so called 'Big Five'. Originally coined by the big game … [Read More]

    Two donkeys lost in South Africa’s Kruger National Park
  • Death Valley, CA – Attractions

    Death Valley is the largest national park in the lower 48 states; it houses a diversity of natural and human-made attractions. Based on numerous … [Read More]

    Death Valley, CA – Attractions
  • The Magic of Arashan, Kyrgyzstan

    Arashan is a trek that gets under your skin; it is a four to five hour hike up a rutted and rough dirt road alongside a raging river. From … [Read More]

    The Magic of Arashan, Kyrgyzstan
  • Thomas Ramdahl, SVP Network Management at airBaltic

    Q. Thank you for joining our interview.  I know you only recently joined airBaltic in the spring of 2023. Could you briefly introduce yourself to … [Read More]

    Thomas Ramdahl, SVP Network Management at airBaltic
  • Have Thirst, Will Travel, Part 1: Southeast Asia

    Call it what you want: The Craft Cocktail Boom. The Mixology Movement. The Mainstreaming of the Fancy Manhattan. The Rise of the Instagrammable … [Read More]

    Have Thirst, Will Travel, Part 1: Southeast Asia
  • Greetings from the Jordanian Desert

    This was part of an epic mid summer trek from Dana Biosphere Reserve to Petra - via Little Petra. RUNNING OUT OF WATER In temperatures … [Read More]

    Greetings from the Jordanian Desert
  • Afghanistan: Some children only live to beg

    The day before it started snowing in Kabul, the shopkeepers had the wooden snow shovels out for sale, knowing that they would come in handy. And … [Read More]

    Afghanistan: Some children only live to beg
  • Sips to Remember: My Top 5 Unforgettable Drinks

    I have been fortunate to have sampled a lot of alcohol on my travels around the planet, ranging from regional beers, to homemade rice wine, local … [Read More]

    Sips to Remember: My Top 5 Unforgettable Drinks
  • 10 Inspirational Travel Instagram Accounts Worth Following

    This wonderful planet features a diversity of inspirational and beautiful places. Some travelers have been able to create careers out of … [Read More]

    10 Inspirational Travel Instagram Accounts Worth Following

Above the Clouds

Solo in Ubud: How to Spend a Week That Feels Like the Real...

Most people turn up in Ubud with a list. Monkey Forest, the rice terraces, a swing over the jungle, a smoothie bowl with a view. All of that's there … [More]

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Journals

How to Judge a Flight Connection Before You Book It

A flight connection can look perfectly reasonable on a booking screen and still become the most stressful part of a trip. Two itineraries may have … [More]

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Guides

Catalina, CA - Activities

Cape Canyon Expedition offers a unique eco-adventure experience into the interior of the island. Tour offered once daily in the morning - guests meet … [More]

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Press Releases

The Axolotl’s Garden Blossoms Oct. 21 at Birch...

La Jolla, CA (Oct. 12, 2026)—Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego today unveiled new details about their upcoming … [More]

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Highlight of the Month

Mila Rooftop, Glendale California - November 2026

This nearly 5,000 outdoor space is located on the top of the upscale Glenmark Hotel on the 7th story. Features excellent and expansive views in all … [More]

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Book Reviews

Passion & Practice: Secrets of a Surgical Resident by...

Passion & Practice, Secrets is a glimpse into Dr. Weinraub's time as a surgical resident following medical school. This read examines the formative … [More]

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Travel Products

How to set up Roambit eSIM in 3 steps: pick a data plan, install via QR code, stay connected

Best eSIM for International Travel: Why I Switched to...

I've tested a lot of eSIM providers over the years. From airport SIM card kiosks in Bangkok to fumbling with a physical SIM card swap on a train … [More]

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Interviews

James Kaiser: Photographer, Guidebook Author

James Kaiser is an American travel photographer and guide book author currently living in Costa Rica. Recently we had a chance to ask him a few … [More]

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