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Tips on dealing with poison ivy

Anyone have any tips on dealing with poison ivy? I got it pretty bad all over my legs and arms, and I've been putting aloe and calamine on it religiously, but nothing see...

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Going outdoors alone

What do you guys think about going outdoors alone?

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Fishing tips

I mainly fish this golf course by my house, as I have no car so no means of traveling to other places to fish other than the creek that runs by my house, also. I fish for...

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Swimming in the wild

My friends and I live in sacramento. We were thinking of going swimming in the summer (hopefully I can convince them to try skinny dipping) and we were wondering if folso...

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How do you deal with post-travel depression

How do you deal with post-travel depression? I'm talking of coming back from a period of travelling for at least 6 months. having to go back to your stagnating stuff l...

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Afraid of returning to my hometown

How do you cope with going back home after a long time on the road, if your hometown is a hole and your life was in shambles? I don't want to see anyone from my city (...

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Guatemala mobs of natives who kill foreigners

I am traveling to Guatemala soon. As I tourist I am concerned about the mobs of natives who kill foreigners. Guatemalan's make baseless claims that tourists steal their c...

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Wildcamping in Germany for two weeks

for years I've had an affection for being in nature and this summer, I finally wanna make the step and go on a trip for around 2 weeks. I live in Germany, and the tour...

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Survival things you learned in primary and secondary school

What outdoors related things did you learn in primary and secondary school? The things that could help someone who promptly decides to stop learning anything after gradua...

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My first non-campground trip

I'm gonna go on my first non-campground trip here within the next few weeks (By that I mean not camping somewhere with electric and running water and toilets). I'm going ...

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Getting started with astronomy while traveling

I really want to buy a beginner's telescope to view the moon in detail, look for comets when they come close, planets, constellations etc. I read a few articles on focal ...

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Spending a prolonged period of time in Scandinavia

So I eventually want to live, or at least spend a prolonged period of time in Scandinavia, specifically the mainland (Finland/Sweden/Norway) or Iceland but I want to star...

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Have you ever found a geocache?

Any geocaching experiences?

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Some hitchhicking tips in the South Island of New Zealand

I need a change of scenery at the end of the year, and have decided that I will do a bit of hitchhiking. I'm in the South Island of NZ, and will try and get back down to ...

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Undeveloped and uninhabited islands near Thailand

I'm currently in Thailand and the whole country seems like an awful tourist trap. I'm looking for an undeveloped island (maybe even uninhabited?) where I could spend a co...

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What to do when you start panicking while traveling?

I was in Chile, spend weekend in Argentina. Don't bring too much cash, not planning to spend a lot. Didn't tell bank I'd be in Argentina. End up spending more than I want...

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How do you go about finding a hostel?

Can we get ourselves a general hostel thread going? Rather than asking where can I find a good hostel in X city I think we should try to focus more on our approach to liv...

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$238 dollars for an Australian passport.

Do passports in other countries cost this much money or is this just a stupid Australian thing?

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Still hunting photography

I'm looking into wildlife photography and want to stalk my photo-prey. Anyone have any tips on behaviour of boars, deer and other Central Europe wildlife? Thanks

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Train hopping and hitchhiking across the U.S

Recently a friend of mine invited me to go train hopping and hitch hiking across the U.S. I'm going with him, but i don't have any personal experiences with the subject s...

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How do I avoid lightning in everyday situation?

how do I avoid lightning in everyday situation? I commute, and do a lot of walking so I need to know. Missed out on some appointments because of my fear of being overco...

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Whats the best DIY bait for catfish?

Whats the best diy bait for catfish?

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What are some outdoors things that I can actually do in the UK?

Since camping legally if out, what are some outsides things that I can actually do in the UK? Must suck to be homeless if you can't even pitch a tent.. South Wales repor...

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Need a light weight tent for a bicycle ride.

Going on a 1500 mile bicycle ride. I need a light weight tent that's really easy to set up. Any suggestions? I'm sure this has been asked numerous times. Since I'm going ...

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Going hiking and living off the land after having been kicked out of the house.

looks like I just got kicked out of the house. Rather than turn this experience into something more awful than it already is, I've decided to go with it and take a shot a...

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Any advice or experience with beach camping?

I'm going with some friends to the French south coast and we were planning on camping in small bays of difficult access where we could sleep peacefully. If you are int...

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I want to escape this capitalism and just go out on an adventure.

Does that sounds crazy? I just want to set out on a journey and walk around trying to meet random interesting people. Maybe crazy stuff will happen along the way. I also ...

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Are there any 'special' massage places on Koh Tao?

Been here for a while and can't figure out where the best place to go is...

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Looking for a backpack

Recently, I've been going on enough camping trips to warrant purchasing my own hiking pack. But I have no idea where to begin. Usually I'll borrow it from the club I hike...

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Is it worth it to take out a loan to study abroad?

Is it worth it to take out a loan to study abroad? I'm an American university student who is majoring in Spanish. I studied abroad this summer in Peru and although I h...

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Me and two buddies are going away on a trip to Venezuela, Colombia and Costa Rica in a few weeks.

Me and two buddies are going away on a trip to Venezuela, Colombia and Costa Rica in a few weeks. We'll be away for 7 weeks. We are very interested in what your experi...

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Thailand or Vietnam?

So i'm torn between Thailand and Vietnam and i'm wondering if you guys could help me out a little? i'm a 20 year old black/white american and will be going to either pla...

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I'm headed to Swansea, Wales, any places you would recommend to visit?

I'm headed to Swansea, Wales in a few days for a study abroad program. Any places you would recommend to visit? Or anything you think I should know before I head over?

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Who is the most interesting people you've met on your travels?

Tell me about the most interesting people you've met on your travels.

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Does anyone here know how to deliver a letter to China?

Do i put the address in chinese and return address in english or address in english and chinese? The last time i sent one it never got delivered . Is there a specific way...

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I'm travelling to Japan, what are the best options regarding having access to funds?

I'm travelling to Japan in October for around 4 weeks which will be my first o/s trip and I'm rather unsure how to go about getting access to my money. What are the be...

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I'll be in Vienna for 3 days next week, any tips on what I should do?

I'll be in Vienna for 3 days next week, any tips on what I should do?

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I'm wondering if I should visit Myanmar, can anyone convince me to go there?

I've got time and money to visit SE Asia for a while, and I'm wondering if I should visit Myanmar. Has anyone been there, or does anyone know the answers to these questio...

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I want to move away to a part of the hidden world where i can be welcomed to a temple

I want to move away to a part of the hidden world where i can be welcomed to a temple from nijutsu to buddhism, whatever art or belief, i want to learn and master T...

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I'm heading to Thailand, what's peoples opinion on malarials?

So I'm heading to Thailand (very low risk according to my doctor) and out to Laos for a week or so while I'm there (malaria risk says doctor) What's peoples opinion on...

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I'm currently thinking of moving to....Detroit

I'm currently thinking of moving to....Detroit. I feel as though it has a lot of potential as a city, maybe not as an industrial hub but as an artistic one. So are there ...

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How do you fund your traveling?

How do you fund your traveling? I'll be honest, I only make about 40k a year - still single without dependents. But I can only afford to travel to nice places once every ...

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I plan on flying in and out of Japan every 90 days. Will this work?

I'm planning on vising Japan soon, and I'm trying to spend as much time as possible there. I'm a US citizen, so I can only spend 90 days in Japan at once. I plan on flyin...

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How hard is it really to move to Switzerland?

How hard is it really to move to Switzerland?

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What's the important stuff in Bucharest for about 5 days?

I'm gonna be staying in Romania at friend's place near Bucharest for about 5 days. What's the important stuff?

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I've got a working holiday visa in Australia. Is it possible to receive a tax file number by email?

I've got a working holiday visa in Australia. Is it possible to receive a tax file number by email? I've been slacking with applying for one and I'm leaving in a week, so...

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I'm moving to Kimpo, South Korea in less than a week.

I'm moving to South Korea in less than a week. Specifically Kimpo. Wondering if I could get some tips about things to be sure to do, we're basically talking first day--fi...

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Going to Cairo this winter, how safe is the city these days?

Going to Cairo this winter. What do I need to see, besides the obvious pyramids/museums? How safe is the city these days?

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Does anyone have any general tips for finding decent prices for flights?

Does anyone have any general tips for finding decent prices for flights? I'm going to Tokyo and don't want to pay any more than I have to.

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Anyone interested in getting in macchu picchu for free?

Its like 60 dollars or something, really a rip off, but you can get in for free with the right knowledge. From aguas calientes, the village below macchu picchu, go to ...

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A trip from Liverpool to Dubai on a motorbike

My GF and me are planning on a trip from Liverpool(UK) to Dubai (UAE), around 4100 miles, how safe is it to pass through Syria, Iraq and Saudi Arabia on a motorbike nowad...

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I'll be going to Thailand in about two weeks, any tips on what to do?

I'll be going to Thailand in about two weeks. Any tips on what to do? I'm staying for 25 days, have 1000€ to spend there (I prefer lowbudget experience, no fancy...

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Has anyone ever got bad looks/attitude for dating a local girl if you love in Pacific Asia?

I've heard Singaporean Chinese are fairly bad about this, but that Korean men are downright devastated. Weird because when I was in Busan, I saw quite a fair few adverts ...

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I'm thinking about doing another motorbike camping tour possibly next summer.

I'm thinking about doing another motorbike camping tour possibly next summer. My last trip was a 10 day, 1100 mile journey around the Republic of Ireland. Do you have...

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Shall I live a year in Ecuador, Chile, or Brazil?

To live in for a year: Ecuador, Chile, or Brazil? I'd love to hear stories, experiences, tips or advice!

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Whats the Nightlife like in Rome?

Me and 2 Other student Irish guys heading there for a week on Friday, gonna be doing all the touristy shit during the day but would appreciate some tips/opinions on what ...

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Living for several months in Paris

I'm a brit, soon to be turning 18, and I'm looking to live in Paris from January until the summer. I'm studying French at A-Level and getting high grades, so I know the l...

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Whenever I travel I feel paranoid regarding my passport and money.

Whenever I travel I feel paranoid regarding my passport and money. Anyone else? I kinda feel like I can't let loose without worrying about my possessions. I never seem to...

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Where to buy a Ryanair coat with loads of pockets to stuff lots of my luggage in?

I am going travelling for a while and am flying out with Ryanair and have only booked cabin luggage. Therefore, I am looking for a long coat with loads of pockets to stuf...

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How do you deal with the post-vacation syndrome?

How do you deal with the post-vacation syndrome?

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Vagabonding, how bad can it be if you have the right equipment?

So, let's say you have some money in your account (a few thousands) and you will become a vagabond for whatever reason very soon. - How do you spend that money? - I...

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Does anyone have experience with studying abroad?

I was thinking about studying abroad, like an exchange student or something. I'm 19 years old and starting university next year. I was thinking maybe Japan or South Kor...

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Couchsurfing, everyone loves it, but why?

Couchsurfing, everyone loves it, but why? for example in europe: what about the dangers, the awkwardness, and the vulnerability you put yourself in, wouldnt it be bett...

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I'm going to be moving to Groningen, Netherlands, and I was wondering if there are any open mic events at cafes or bars there

I'm going to be moving to Groningen, Netherlands, and I was wondering if there are any open mic events at cafes or bars there.

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I am scared that my travel plans in south east asia may have to much flying

Im thinking of planning a trip here soon to SEA. However I am scared my plans may have to much flying. I was thinking of flying into Bangkok spend maybe a day or two ther...

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Hokkaido - Sapporo trip

I'm heading to Sapporo as part of a Japan trip very soon and I have a few questions I'd like to ask you guys. I'm arriving at Narita at 09:30am. The next feasible onn...

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Moving into the Seattle area in a couple week, having had a hard time finding a apartment

My brother and I are moving into the Seattle area in a couple weeks. Have had a hard time finding a apartment, most people won't rent unless they can meet you face to fac...

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How Would You Spend a Month (October) in Central/Eastern Europe?

I'm going to take a month-long class in September at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków. Kraków is one of my favorite cities, and I'm really excited to return, but s...

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Taking a one day trip to Chicago tomorrow, what are some things I must see/do?

Taking a one day trip to Chicago tomorrow. What are some things I must see/do?

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Has anyone ever hiked the pacific crest trail, or parts of it?

Has anyone ever hiked the pacific crest trail, or parts of it? I'm thinking of starting this momentous hike next spring. I'm somewhat experienced with hiking, I go hi...

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I'm about to go on an extended trip around the world for several months.

I'm about to go on an extended trip around the world for several months. I'm genuinely afraid that this might be my only chance to see the world due to health concerns an...

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I've started planning for a trip to Australia for my Golden Birthday in December of 2021

I was talking with a coworker of mine last night about traveling. Her Golden Birthday is on November 28 this year, and she's putting the finishing touches on a trip to Sp...

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Tell me all about those films, movies, shorts, or even television shows that gave you the itch to travel

Tell me all about those films, movies, shorts, or even television shows that gave you the itch to travel. Was it Into the Wild? Eurotrip? Give me the name, the DVD cov...

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I want to travel through europe and into Russia all the way to the easternmost point of Russia.

I want to travel through europe and into Russia all the way to the easternmost point of Russia. Am I crazy?

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I'm probably going on vacation from Denmark to Zurich to Italy.

I'm probably going on vacation next year, and this is what I was thinking. Denmark to Zurich to Italy. What I want to know, is if I should begin in Denmark. I rea...

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I just moved to Monte-Carlo, Monaco, ask me anything you like.

I just moved to Monte-Carlo, Monaco. It's boring since I don't konw anybody around here and there are mainly russian girls and old farts around.

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I'm thinking about taking a trip down to the cayman islands during march

I'm thinking about taking a trip down to the cayman islands during march. Does anyone have any experience/stories from here or anything that would convince me otherwise t...

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Headed to Mauritania. What should i expect?

Headed to Mauritania. What should i expect?

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I'm moving to Nanjing to take a teaching job for a year.

On Wednesday I'm moving to Nanjing to take a teaching job for a year. I've read a bit on the city's history and major historic sites, but for anons who've been there, wha...

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I want to immigrate to Germany and I need help.

I want to immigrate to Germany and I need help. I'll give you some information about me. I'm from USA, I'm 18 my German girlfriend and I broke up over a huge dispute b...

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Tips for Waterloo, Ontario, Canada?

Moving to Waterloo, Ontario, Canada from Sweden. Going to be living there in 4 months - Anyone have any tips about locations to visit/avoid in Ontario? Can you pay wit...

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Me and my friends are going to Berlin and Prague, could you tell me your experiences

Me and couple of my friends are going all over Europe, mainly Berlin and Prague. So yeah if any of you were there, could you tell me your experiences, best places to ge...

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I have been to Europe twice already and I am currently planning a backpacking trip

I have been to Europe twice already and I am currently planning a backpacking trip (first time backpacking) for 35 days throughout Europe. The trip will be as follows...

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How is Phuket during the rain season?

How is Phuket during the rain season? Should I go?

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Best practice to get into Broadway shows for less?

I'm looking for actual experiences of people who have done this rather than Google results from 2 year old threads. GF and I are going to NYC for 5 nights in October. ...

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Going for a three week trip to Italy, anything we should know?

My wife and I are leaving for a three week trip to Italy this evening. We are going to Venice, Florence, Rome, Naples and then the two small towns in Abruzzo where I come...

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I have a passing flight through Lisbon, what should I do there?

I have a passing flight through Lisbon, with around seven hours between flights, anyone could perhaps advise me something to do/somewhere to go ? Thanks.

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I'm visiting America for the first time, should I go solo or do all the touristy stuff with a tour guide etc?

For an aussie visiting America (for the first time) with his girlfriend, would it better to be go solo or do all the touristy stuff with a tour guide etc? Finance is a...

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Travelling to Denmark and Sweden, what should we see/do there?

My mates and I are going on a roadtrip in September. We live in Begium and we're planning to drive through Germany, Denmark and part of Sweden (mainly Stockholm and Göte...

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Which travel shows do you like?

Which travel shows do you like?

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How much money in total would I approximately need, in USD, to spend two or three weeks in Japan?

I am currently serving my national service for two years. I will be done in December 2013. I intend to return to the US to begin my post-secondary studies in the summer o...

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How do you cope with this absence of feeling?

What is this feeling. I'm home after an extended tour of SE Asia, and there is this absence of feeling. I want to go back and never return. How do you cope?

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Has anyone here ever done wwoof before?

Has anyone here ever done wwoof before? Is it a good idea for someone who wants to travel alone? Been thinking abut doing it this spring and I'm curious if anyone has any...

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I want to move to a little city in Spain or a place in France

Can anyone tell how stupid it would be for a first year college student to stop going after this semester and move to a little city in Spain (near the coast maybe?) or a ...

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In southeast Asia, which countries are most worth seeing?

Question to people who know a thing or two about Asia: starting September 1st I will be in Tokyo for a whole year. During this time I want to also visit some "neighbor...

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I want to travel, any suggestions?

I want to travel. I have the means to fund a trip. I have no idea where I want to go or what I want to do. I've lived in the United States all my life and I really wan...

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The best way to learn Russian

I'm wanting to learn Russian but I heard that Rosetta Stone isn't that great. Is there something better to learn Russian?

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I'm planning to travel to Brazil for 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics, any Brazilians here to offer advice?

I'm planning to travel to Brazil for 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics. For the World Cup it is a MUST for me to visit Manaus, and i'm planning to spend the entire 2016 su...

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Me and my sister are planning on going to Ireland for roughly a week at the beginning of November

Me and my sister are planning on going to Ireland for roughly a week at the beginning of November (her birthday's on the 7th). We live near Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This...

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Im going on a holiday to Europe with two mates, any ideas about what to do?

im going on a holiday to Europe with two mates (from Perth, Australia) My flight is return to Amsterdam for exactly 2 months, I want to visit London, Stockholm and Pr...

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What countries other than the USA search hard drives when people go through Customs?

What countries other than the USA search hard drives when people go through Customs? Does the USA search hard drives only for people entering the USA, or does it searc...

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I have decided to simply walk out the door with a backpack and never return, where should I go?

I have decided to simply walk out the door with a backpack and never return. My question to you is where should I go? how much should I save up? Preferably I would like t...

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I'm heading on a roadtrip to Croatia & Bosnia, is wildcamping there possible?

I'm heading on a roadtrip to Croatia & Bosnia on september 10th. We're departing from the Belgian coast and we're looking for a nice first stop in the north of Croatia/Sl...

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I am travelling to London, any suggestions?

I am travelling to London, England for the first time. Does anyone have any suggestions of what to check out, places to see, etc?

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Which country would be best to relocate to as an American citizen?

I am a uni student currently living in the United States. It is becoming increasingly apparent to me as I become older and more aware of the world around me that I am los...

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