Travel Talk

The World in Street Food

As we get busier, and we spend more time on the go, the quick and easy phenomenon known as street food rises to fill the gap that was previously occupied by long dinners in restaurants or at home. Street food varies widely from place to place — many cities offer relaxed regulations, which allows vendors the freedom to sell anything that they can make and serve on the go. Other cities only allow a small number of carts, and consequently can only offer a limited number of dishes.

The Best Travel Blogs for Solo Adventurers

If you’re planning your next trip solo, you should definitely check out this list of travel blogs geared towards solo adventurers. They’re full of great tips and tricks, as well as dreamy photos and inspirational trip plans.

The Best Taxis from Around the World

As far as the world of taxi cabs are concerned, the bar isn’t set particularly high. Most adventure-seeking travelers modestly request stain-free seats, a smooth ride, and a cost-effective route. The bar for superior taxi service isn’t very high. Perhaps, that’s because most of us have yet to experience the top-shelf customer experience offered by some of the world’s best taxis!

The Brink of Extinction: The Most Endangered Animals in the World

If man is the keeper of beasts, then we’re not doing a very good job. Despite the fact environmentalism and wildlife protection have come into the mainstream in the last few decades, there are still a number of animals facing complete extinction due to factors like habitat loss, hunting, and climate change.

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15 Hidden Gems in South America

If you’re planning a trip to South America and are researching your itinerary, you’ll probably see the same places over and over again. Destinations such as Machu Picchu or Salar de Uyuni are indeed amazing, but if you’d like some hidden gems, you’ll need to dig deeper.

Dark Tourism: Why Is It So Popular?

One of the newest trends in travel that has been gaining fans over the last few years is dark tourism. Essentially, tourism to destinations that are indelibly associated with tragedy, war, and death.

7 Strange Halloween Traditions from Around the World

When the first frosts begin to appear in the night, many people young and old start eagerly anticipating the start of Halloween season. For most Americans, Halloween means trick-or-treating, parties with orange and black foods, and lots of miniature candy bars. For people of other nationalities, Halloween can signify a completely different type of celebration.