by Lindsay Shapka in Destinations, Travel, Travel Adventures
Passing a slow moving car would have been a suicide mission.
The small, 13-seater bus was stuffy, hot, and full of fellow travelers half asleep from the heat and half sick from the drive. Gritty red sand, mixed with the sweat in my sandals, smooshed between my toes.
Read MoreTourists make the perfect mark for a scam artist. We are disoriented, don't know the language, are wide eyed, and are distracted by the new world that we have found ourselves in.
I have been approached by people all over the world who, while they seem kind, are actually out to relieve me of my wallet or other valuables.
Read Moreby Lindsay Shapka in Adventure, Travel, Travel Adventures, Travel Tips
On a recent trip to Sweden, I found myself in the city of Gothenburg with no map, no access to wifi, and no data plan that allowed me to use my phone to figure out where I was. I had the Lonely Planet Sweden in my bag, but the only map large enough to be of any use was of Stockholm. It was unbelievably frustrating to think that in this age of technology, I could still find myself completely lost with nothing to help me navigate the city I was in.
Read MoreNo matter where you are headed, or how long you are planning on travelling for, these must-pack items will make your next trip a lot more enjoyable!
Read MoreIt's often Instagram-ed and on every "must see" list for New York City, but what is the High Line in Chelsea in New York City? And, is it really worth visiting?
Let's start with a bit of history...
Read MoreDo you have a long flight, six hour road trip, cross-country train adventure, or seemingly never-ending bus ride in your future? Never fear! I have scoured the web and found a list of fabulous podcasts that are sure to keep you entertained!
Read Moreby Lindsay Shapka in Destinations, Travel Adventures, Travel, Travel Tips
A maze of winding alleyways, intricately carved wooden doors, brightly woven textiles, the smell of wood-burning stoves in the air, and the hauntingly beautiful call to prayer all awaits you in this mesmerizing country. The architecture, the desert dunes, the Atlas Mountains, the long stretches of sandy beach — there are so many reasons to visit Morocco.
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