Special May 2011 fares for multi-stop tickets on BootsnAll

The cost of traveling is in a near-constant state of flux, and most people who take the usual annual vacations know that certain times of year are more expensive for traveling than others. We’re heading into one of the busiest seasons for several popular destinations, including Europe and the U.S., and we’re seeing airfare costs go up as a result.

But if you’re the kind of traveler who’s planning more long-term, the temporary ups and … Read more »

Posted by | Comments (2)  | May 7, 2011
Category: Notes from the collective travel mind

Book review: Sideways on a Scooter

I have to confess: I don’t recall the last time I read a fiction story. While there are fiction books that I’ve enjoyed over the years, I yearn for the true story of a person or place. Every once in a while, I get my hands on a non-fiction book with such strong characters that my mind is … Read more »

Posted by | Comments (3)  | May 5, 2011
Category: Asia, Travel Writing

Temple Stays in Korea

For those living and working abroad in Korea, one way to really get to know the roots of the culture better is to go on a temple stay. These weekend visits are offered regularly in Korea and are organized by local hiking and culture groups. Even though these trips are so common and such a good way to … Read more »

Posted by | Comments (2)  | May 4, 2011
Category: Asia

Travel is about interactions, not sights

“Travel into foreign countries is of very great use; not to bring back (as most of our young monsieurs do) an account only of how many paces Santa Rotonda is in circuit; or of the richness of Signora Livia’s petticoats; or, as some others, how much Nero’s face, in a statue in such an old ruin, is longer and broader than that made for him on some medal; but to be able chiefly to give … Read more »

Posted by | Comments (4)  | May 2, 2011
Category: Travel Quote of the Day