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    Five Things I Wish I Knew About Travel When I Was Young and Stupid

    Posted on February 1, 2012 | 26 Comments
    As I get older the more appreciative I am of just how big an idiot I was growing up. That’s probably not an uncommon feeling, most of us look back at our lives and cringe at the stupid decisions made and hard lessons learned. That’s...

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    People are Dumb When They Travel But You Don’t Have to Be

    Posted on August 24, 2011 | 6 Comments
    Maybe it’s because I live in Washington, DC, but while I generally believe in the inherent good nature of most people, that doesn’t mean I think they’re smart. I’m not talking about a certain level of education, I’m talking about common sense and a general...

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  • metroCN1728

    Do This, Not That – Travel Edition

    Posted on May 18, 2011 | 17 Comments
    Whatever our background and wherever we travel, we are all constantly confronted with decisions that can have a significant impact on our trip, both in our enjoyment as well as how much we spend. Here are some typical travel crossroads and how you should proceed...

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