Only the Greasiest Man Wins: Kırkpınar Festival in Edirne, Turkey
Often called one of the most macho sports in the world, the oil wrestling that takes place over three days in Edirne, Turkey, attracts visitors from all over the world. No foreigners are permitted entry into the wrestling tournament, but they are encouraged to come and watch. And what a spectacle it is!
World in Flames: Black Rock City’s Burning Man Festival
It starts on the last Monday in August, and goes until the first Monday in September. Over that week, thousands of people come from all over the world to build Black Rock City, a temporary city in the desert, and celebrate art, life, and culture together. Burning Man defines itself as “A vibrant participatory metropolis generated by its citizens.”
You Say Tomato, I Say Tomatina! The Food Fight of Buñol, Spain
Located in the southeastern coast of Spain in the Valencia region, Buñol is a sleepy town for most of the year, until 20,000 lucky ticket holders descend on the last Wednesday in August for La Tomatina.
4 Harmless Pranks to Liven Up Your Next Road Trip (and 2 Friendship-Ending Ones)
Generally, I hate car rides, as a lot of people do, but there’s always fun to be found in planning the absolute worst ways to annoy your fellow passengers. If you’re a prankster, this article might prove useful.
16 Hidden Vacation Gems the Locals Don’t Want You to Know About
If you want a relaxing vacation away from the crowds and an authentic experience without all the holiday-goer cheese, here are 16 places where you can blend in with the locals on your next vacation.
9 Foods You Must Try in Australia
Australian cuisine is often talked about, but can almost never be duplicated anywhere else in the world. If you get the opportunity to head Down Under on vacation, make sure to fill your belly with some of the delicious items on this list.
7 Reasons It Pays to Be a Type-A Traveler
While it’s true that traveling requires a willingness to go with the flow, there are a few reasons why it pays to be more type-A when it comes to traveling.
16 Things No One Will Tell You Before You Move to Canada
Moving to Canada is an easy decision: Free healthcare, tolerant and open-minded people (for the most part), and hockey almost all year round. What’s not to love? However, there are a few things that people might not tell you before you get there.
7 Things You Should Never Wear to the Beach
Appropriate beach attire can vary depending on the type of beach you’re heading to, however, there are a few things that are never a good idea. Read through our list to make sure you don’t make any basic beach mistakes.
16 Best Travel Destinations for Single Men
Traveling as a single man opens you up to a whole world of places and activities that are perfect for either a group of bachelors, or a lone wolf on the prowl. Whether your scene is pubs, clubs, or even the mountainside, there’s a place on this list that’s perfect for your next getaway.