Does Travel Really Change People?

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Posted: 11/29/21 | November 29th, 2021 If you’re like me, you believe that travel can change people. Exposure to the world and those who live in it is often a positive force for change. But, lately, I’ve been thinking about how we oversell just how much travel can change people’s minds. (I was opining about […]

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NM+ Weekly Update: Spain Edition

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Posted: 11/27/21 | November 27th, 2021 Greetings from Palma de Mallorca! I’m here for a conference called Traverse. My first in-person conference since November 2019 in London! I’m pretty excited to be here. It’s a small travel event run by some friends of mine and I figured, since I was coming to Europe anyway, I […]

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Black Friday Sale: All Books and Courses Up to 50% Off!

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Posted: 11/23/2021 | November 23rd, 2021 It’s that time of the year again! As we do every year, we’re having our annual Black Friday / Cyber Monday sale….and it starts today! From right now until Tuesday, December 1st at 11:59 pm EST, all our books, memberships, and courses are up to 50% off. With the […]

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TNN: 5 Surprising Things You Never Knew About Disney

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Disney… the most magical place on Earth! But did you know Disney isn’t just theme parks? Marie Novak is a graduate of the Disney College of Knowledge as well as a Universal Orlando Specialist who has planned countless trips to Disney for her family and travel clients. Marie will tell you all about how Disney can […]

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TNN: Ways to Stretch Your Budget & Travel Longer

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Thinking about quitting corporate life to travel for longer? You’re not alone. Many of us in the workforce have opted out of full-time jobs after the pandemic due to mental health issues and lack of freedom. If you’ve been looking for a sign that you should do the same – this is the event for […]

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TNN: Drone Workshop for Travel Creators

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Drones are a powerful way to both discover the world while traveling and provide a new perspective when telling a story. If you’re new to flying a drone or want some fresh and creative new ideas for how to fly your drone, in this workshop you’ll learn: How to get the attention of hotels and […]

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The Best Tour Companies in Costa Rica

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Posted: 11/15/21 | November 15th, 2021 The first country I traveled to outside of the United States was Costa Rica, which was immensely popular back then with US travelers. It was beautiful, it was safe, and English was widely spoken. It allowed Americans not used to travel a way to wade into the world. These […]

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TNN: A Food Writer’s Guide to Brooklyn, New York

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Visiting NYC soon? You have to add Brooklyn’s food scene to your must-see list! NYC-based tour guide and travel writer, Brian Cicioni, will be sharing ten years’ worth of suggestions from exploring Brooklyn’s food scene. Get ready for some perspective-shifting tips and mouth-watering shots from some of his favorite restaurants in NYC’s most populous borough! […]

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TNN: Beyond Selfie-Stick Tourism — Tips on How to Travel Deeper

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How do you separate from the crowds and create truly unique and memorable travel experiences? Everyone should see the Eiffel Tower and the Coliseum at least once in their lifetime. But—once you snap the exact same photo that everyone else is taking—how do you really discover a given destination? Join Jordan Campbell, the blogger behind […]

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TNN’s November Book Club: “Beyond Guilt Trips” with author Dr. Anu Taranath

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Every year, hundreds of thousands of young people pack their bags to study or volunteer abroad. Well-intentioned and curious Westerners — brought up to believe that international travel broadens our horizons — travel to low-income countries to learn about people and cultures different from their own. While travel abroad can provide much-needed perspective, it can […]

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TNN: Traveling Cambodia By Tuk-Tuk

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Traveling through Cambodia is awesome. But traveling through rural Cambodia behind the handle bar of an actual tuk-tuk is thrilling! Dare someone to call you “unadventurous” after you complete such a feat! Only a handful of people participate in the Cambo Challenge – the ultimate Cambodia adventure holiday for true adventure seekers — each year. […]

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NM+ Weekly Update: Mexico Edition

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Posted: 10/30/21 | October 30th, 2021 Hey everyone! Hello from Oaxaca! I came down here to celebrate the Day of the Dead. Día de Muertos is a holiday celebrated on the 1st and 2nd of November in Mexico that pays respects to friends and family that have died. It’s a huge deal in Mexico and […]

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TNN: How to Plan a Dog-Friendly Getaway to Europe

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Dogs want to see the world, too! Traveling with your good boys and girls doesn’t have to be limited to road trips. International dog travel may seem daunting at first glance thanks to long-haul flight safety and dog import paperwork. However, through careful preparation and planning, you and your fur-friend can explore the world together! […]

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TNN: How to Take Better Portraits When Traveling

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Experiencing the world with your own eyes is special for so many reasons. Yet, we all know the struggle of trying to convey what you’ve seen and learned while traveling in a tangible and memorable way. Of course, photography can be a great way to preserve special life moments. But how can you get the […]

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TNN: Puerto Rico – Explore Beyond the Shores

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When we think of Puerto Rico, we all probably think of similar scenes: San Juan’s colonial charm El Yunque’s natural beauty Yet, there is much more to Puerto Rico beyond the Metro area! Take it from the Puerto Rican content creator, José Lebron Burgos. He’s explored all corners of this popular vacation destination. He’s here […]

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TNN: Indie Publishing & Becoming a Bestseller

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Luke Richardson remembers writing the words the end on the first draft of his debut novel. He sat back, looked at the ceiling, and was suddenly and painfully struck by a thought… What now?! Luke had spent so many months (maybe even years) planning, drafting, and practicing his writing that he had no idea what to do […]

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TNN: How to Travel Gluten Free

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How can someone easily travel the world if they are gluten-free? Join us to learn the basics from an experienced Celiac traveler. Although it requires some additional planning, you can surely still have the freedom to travel anywhere in the world, even if you’re gluten-free. Elikqitie will show you how to: Travel gluten-free on cruises […]

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Best Neighborhoods in Lisbon: Where to Stay During Your Visit

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Posted: 10/28/2021 | October 28th, 2021 When I first went to Lisbon in 2012, I immediately fell in love with it. Hilly, colorful, beautiful, and full of wonderful food – it was everything I wanted. And the fact that it was very inexpensive didn’t hurt either. Pre-COVID, Lisbon’s secret got out. Tourists flocked here in […]

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Our Nonprofit Takes FLYTE Again!

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Posted: 11/1/21 | November 1st, 2021 It’s no secret that the pandemic put a monkey wrench in many travel plans. That has been especially true for our team at FLYTE, our community nonprofit that raises money to send high school students from across the US on educational trips. We’ve been doing it since 2015 and […]

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