Avi Lewis: Taking Care of Business
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- Written by: Andrea Gourgy
- Category: Why we travel
Avi Lewis' acclaimed documentary The Take inspired many with its message of hope: hope that economic alternatives exist, and that change can happen at a grassroots level. He even convinced himself—and that has given way to a whole new project.
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Study, Work and Volunteer in Extreme Environments
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- Written by: Verge Magazine
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
The lowdown on studying, working and volunteering in the world's most geographically extreme environments.
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Take a Grown-Up Gap Year: Part 1
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- Written by: Susan Griffith
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
A year of travelling with purpose is a great way to get out of a work rut. Expert Susan Griffith offers tips to help you prepare for taking time off from your everyday life.
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Must-See Global Eco Hotspots
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- Written by: Verge
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Attention eco-conscious travellers! This special destination section scans the map for the planet's top biological hotspots. From historical landmarks to reefs and forests, here are 13 eco hotspots you need to see—and ways you can make your travels contribute to their conservation.
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Getting Around by Bus
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- Written by: Albert Koehl
- Category: Budget Traveller
Buses aren't only an eco-friendly way to travel: When it comes to adventure, airplanes just don't compare.
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Conquering Motion Sickness
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- Written by: Jeff Minthorn
- Category: Travel Health
If you're one of those people who feels queasy on anything but roller skates, you'll want to read this.
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