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Cheap Flights: Tips and Tricks

Search airline websites directly to find the best and most current flight deals. Avoid mainstream fare aggregators like Expedia, Orbitz or Travelocity in favor of specialized ones that pull up a wider variety of fares or take advantage of youth or student status.

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Indian Trains Made Simple

Minimize your chances of encountering complications before and during train travel in India by learning how the Indian railway system works prior to departing your home country.

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Getting In and Out of Istanbul

Maximize the flexibility of your travel in Turkey by familiarizing yourself with all the ways you can get in and out of Istanbul.

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The Better Way to Travel Gay

Harness the power of usually-trashy gay social networks to get the inside track on any foreign city or country you plan to visit — and maybe a little lovin’ and a place to sleep, too.

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Why You Should Set Your Departure Date

Setting a departure date gives you a concrete deadline for achieving all the other goals you need to meet in order to make your trip happen. Once you’re on the road, set a date to depart your current destination for the next to maintain a steady, sustainable pace.

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The Rough Road from Vietnam to Laos

Whether your primary goal is to partake in an ultra-local experience or simply to avoid exorbitant airfares, travel overland from Vietnam to Laos — but don’t expect a quick or particular comfortable journey.

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