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Last week we told you about the fascinating new book from David Grann, The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon. Well, good news Vagablogging readers, we have a copy to give away.
If you’re interested in a free copy of The Lost City of Z, just post a comment below answering this Fawcett trivia question:
When Percy Fawcett … Read more »
The number one thing to remember while planning to be silly in other places is that other cultures might not be so welcoming of your silliness as your own. On the other hand, finding a community of ex-pats who might be longing for some silliness can help you feel more at home, and also gives you … Read more »
Having just returned home after traveling to Russia on assignment for Afar Magazine, I realize it’s been awhile since I’ve blogged about my newest essays and interviews. Here’s what I’ve been up to, writing-wise, in recent weeks:
One of my favorite essays of late was Che: The Ronald McDonald of Revolution, which I wrote … Read more »
Anyone who spends their time traveling or dreaming of travel has no doubt heard from at least one friend or beloved (and well-meaning) family member suggesting that given the current economy it might be time to stay closer to home right now. And if you weren’t brilliant enough to come up with the idea to have other people help you travel for a month by offering you accommodation or covering your travel expenses, then … Read more »
The sad fact is that some of the coolest cities in the world are also the most expensive. But Budget Travel magazine did a feature story about doing Expensive Cities on the Cheap. Staying in hostels, taking public transportation and eating at local food stalls are classic Vagabonding strategies. This article included some destination-specific tips, like when museums have free admission and what attractions don’t require any money.
Of course, an even better way to save … Read more »
This article from CNN Travel caught my eye today since it talked about how more and more college students are opting to do volunteer travel during the spring break, rather than resort to the usual partying.
These volunteer trips address several social and environmental issues. La Union del Pueblo Entero (LUPE), Break Away, and Read more »
Even while winter winds are still blowing and flakes of snow are swirling outside, the dedicated vagabonders who journey on their feet are preparing for the 2009 thru-hiking season for long distance trails in the United States (including the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine and Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada).
Hikers like … Read more »
In his the outstanding, The Lost City of Z: A Tale of Deadly Obsession in the Amazon, David Grann tells the story of Percy Fawcett — “the last of the great Victorian explorers who ventured into uncharted realms with little more than a machete, a compass and an almost divine sense of purpose.”
Grann does a excellent job of weaving together Fawcett’s tale with … Read more »
Did you make the cut?
The field of applicants for “The Best Job in the World,” which Scott blogged about a few months ago, has been narrowed down to 50.
Lucky bunch.
“Job” is a pretty loose term for the Island Caretaker role, considering it includes exploring the Queensland islands and clearing the stray leaf while swimming in the pool. The competition … Read more »
The ultralight backpacking craze started with one Ray Jardine and the Pacific Crest Trail Hikers’ Handbook, which outlined Mr. Jardine’s efforts to hike the PCT with the absolute minimum weight of pack. Since then, ultralighters have refined their gear until a tent can weight 2 pounds, a backpack 4lbs, and a stove only 12 ounces. … Read more »