Janice Leith Waugh's Blog, page 48

May 22, 2017

Travel & Culture: Good Manners and Political Perspectives

Encountering different cultures is an exciting aspect of travel. However, sometimes we see or hear things that are intolerable. What do we do then?

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Published on May 22, 2017 05:30

May 19, 2017

Pic of the Week: Exploring Antarctica via SUP

What a view! A Solo Travel Society member shares this photo of herself exploring Antarctica on a stand up paddleboard, as penguins swim by.

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Published on May 19, 2017 11:29

May 18, 2017

Solo Travel Destination: A Tour of Kenya

This Solo Travel Society member was forever changed by her visit to Kenya and the warm and embracing culture she experienced there.

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Published on May 18, 2017 12:06

May 17, 2017

A Blues Highway Itinerary by Train

An epic train journey from Chicago to New Orleans. This Blues Highway Itinerary is complete with where to stay, what to do and where to find the best music.

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Published on May 17, 2017 05:30

May 16, 2017

Your Currency or Theirs? The Decision Makes a Difference

Oh, it's a tangled web that international financial institutions weave. Here's to untangling it with a simple answer to save you money.

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Published on May 16, 2017 05:30

May 15, 2017

Solo Travel Safety: 10 Ways to Look Confident

Confidence is a traveler's armor. But, what if you're not naturally so? Here's how to look confident for solo travel safety.

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Published on May 15, 2017 05:01

May 12, 2017

Pic of the Week: The Ghats of Varanasi, India

Locals gather on the ghats of Varanasi, at the banks of the mighty River Ganges in this photo submitted by a member of the Solo Travel Society.

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Published on May 12, 2017 08:03

May 11, 2017

Solo Travel Destination: Hangzhou, China

See why this Solo Travel Society member thoroughly enjoyed her trip to the West Lake Scenic Area of Hangzhou, China, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Published on May 11, 2017 18:47

May 10, 2017

Sick & Solo: What to Do

Sickness and solo travel do not go together well. Here's how to prevent being sick as you travel and what to do if you do get sick.

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Published on May 10, 2017 05:30

Sick & Solo: Travel is Not Always Fun

Sickness and solo travel do not go together well. Here's how to prevent being sick as you travel and what to do if you do get sick.

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