Travel the World from Your Couch: The Wonders of VR

Google Earth VR

Google Earth VR is the game changer that the digital traveler has been waiting for. You can stroll the streets of Tokyo, walk the markets of Malaysia, or pop by your old elementary school to see how things have changed. What’s more, you can experience the world and all of it’s hidden treasures completely free! That’s assuming if you’ve already invested a few hundred dollars in an HTC Vive or Oculus Rift VR headset.

If you are not sold on the idea yet, then check out this ridiculously exciting trailer from Google. Give it a try and convince me that your at-home travel time is better spent watching Anthony Bourdain.

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