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Is All Social Media Blocked in China?

July 20, 2011 by Robert Schrader 13 Comments

Officially, you can’t access your Facebook or Twitter accounts, YouTube or most free blogging platforms from within China, but there are ways to work around this annoyance.

Indian Trains Made Simple

July 18, 2011 by Robert Schrader 18 Comments

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.

Get Your Indian Tourist Visa

July 1, 2011 by Robert Schrader 45 Comments

Obtain an India visa at an Indian embassy or consulate in your home country or in any foreign city you visit prior to India that has an Indian embassy or consulate.

The Rough Road from Vietnam to Laos

June 22, 2011 by Robert Schrader 55 Comments

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.

The Best of Delhi in a Day

June 15, 2011 by Robert Schrader 20 Comments

If you’re efficient and move quickly, one day is all you need to enjoy Delhi, India’s best-known tourist attractions—and even a few more obscure ones.

The Israeli Passport Stamp and Other Stories

June 14, 2011 by Robert Schrader 22 Comments

Whatever your opinion on the conflict in the Middle East, it’s important to understand the implications it has on travel in the region, particularly if you plan to visit Arab countries before or after you visit Israel.

All About Casual Sex in Brazil

June 3, 2011 by Robert Schrader 37 Comments

Casual sex isn’t at all a taboo in Brazil. And trust me: When a taboo is lifted, you’ll be amazed at the kinds of things you do.

Where to Hit the Beach in Goa

June 1, 2011 by Robert Schrader 45 Comments

The coastline of Goa, India is long enough that you should have an idea of where you want to go before you get there.

Scam-Free Travel to Cambodia from Thailand

May 30, 2011 by Robert Schrader 52 Comments

Avoid getting talked into scams in Bangkok and other places along the road to Cambodia to save yourself time, money and perhaps most importantly, your sanity.

Bolivia’s Otherworldly Uyuni Salt Flats

May 2, 2011 by Robert Schrader 36 Comments

It’s difficult to select one Bolivia experience as being the best, but the Bolivian salt flats—a.k.a. Salar de Uyuni—have got to be high on the list.

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