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In the Belly of the Earth http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1EQ

In the Belly of the Earth Photo by Franco Paci Summer is well on its way in Italy. It's 6:30 a.m. The sand is still cool under my feet and the sun has almost finished rising behind the stillness of the Adriatic sea. The breeze carries the scent of oleanders, pine trees and magnolias. A flock of swallows cries high up in the sky accompanying my morning walk.

School’s Out: 12 Tips for Student Travelers Off to See the World http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1EN

School's Out: 12 Tips for Student Travelers Off to See the World Whether you've recently graduated and you're traveling the world, you're about to spend your summer abroad or you're just planning a road trip with friends, get ready for some great adventures. Whatever your travel agenda may be, Cheapflights.com says go for it! The ripe young age of 20-something is the perfect time to explore new places and gain new experiences. We sat down with our team of travel experts working in South Africa, London, Australia and North America to gather the most helpful travel tips we could think of -- a list of "I wish I'd knowns," if you will.

A Mad Way South: Kite Buggying Across the Sahara http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1EK

A Mad Way South: Kite Buggying Across the Sahara News that a madcap team of British adventurers have used snow kites to break the record for the fastest crossing of Greenland's ice cap reminds me of another record breaking journey by an even madder bunch of Antipodeans who use kite surfs to cross the Sahara. "Man down, man down!" the frantic words crackle across the team walkie-talkies. Two weeks into a record-breaking attempt to cross the Sahara desert on kite buggies one of the four-man team, New Zealander Steve Guerney, has had a serious crash.

School’s out: 12 tips for student travelers off to see the world http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1EI

School's out: 12 tips for student travelers off to see the world Whether you've recently graduated and you're traveling the world, you're about to spend your summer abroad or you're just planning a road trip with friends, get ready for some great adventures. Whatever your travel agenda may be, Cheapflights.com says go for it! The ripe young age of 20-something is the perfect time to explore new places and gain new experiences. We sat down with our team of travel experts working in South Africa, London, Australia and North America to gather the most helpful travel tips we could think of - a list of "I wish I'd knowns," if you will. [ 60 more words. ]

Hometown Proud http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1EF

Hometown Proud As a spouse to one our fine service members, I've traveled all over the United States. I'm very grateful for all the places I've seen, and all the wonderful places I've had the opportunity to live. But there's that one place, that will forever permanently hold a large piece of my heart: my own small town U.S.A. ...Arlington, Ohio… [ 1822 more words. ]

Motor Lodges Can Be Cute (We Promise) http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1EC

Motor Lodges Can Be Cute (We Promise) To officially hold the title of being a "motor lodge," a hotel must have exterior hallways and rooms adjacent to a parking lot. This set-up is super convenient for road trippers looking for easy parking and minimal fuss after a long day on the road. And while motor lodges are almost always affordable, they're not always aesthetically pleasing. But with summer right around the corner, we were inspired to round up the five cutest motor lodges in the United States, perfect for a pit stop (and maybe a swim) during your summer adventure. [ 554 more words. ]

The Secret Language of Hotel Staff Is Your New Vacation Entertainment http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1Ez

The Secret Language of Hotel Staff Is Your New Vacation Entertainment By the Editors of Condé Nast TravelerRobert Kneschke / Alamy A short glossary of the behind-the-scenes lingo used by bellhops, cleaning staff and concierge at your favorite hotels.HOTEL CHANDLER, NEW YORK Skipper: Someone who makes a reservation but never shows up for their stay.Lobby lizard: A member of the staff who greets and assists guests in the lobby during busy check-in and checkout times.

Know Instantly Which Side Your Car’s Gas Tank Is on http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1Ew

Know Instantly Which Side Your Car's Gas Tank Is on I'm dumb. Every time I rent a car and pull up to the gas station, I just pray the fuel is on the driver's side because who in their right mind checks beforehand.

Know Instantly Which Side Your Car’s Gas Tank Is On http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1Et

Know Instantly Which Side Your Car's Gas Tank Is On I'm dumb. Every time I rent a car and pull up to the gas station, I just pray the fuel is on the driver's side because who in their right mind checks beforehand.

How Not to Train for a 500 Mile Bike Ride http://wp.me/p5DLqK-1Eq

How Not to Train for a 500 Mile Bike Ride And learning from my mistakes So you jumped in with complete abandon and registered for a 500-mile bike ride. My ride of choice raises hundreds of thousands each year for the TREE Fund (registration closes May 31). No matter what ride you chose, now the initial adrenalin-filled response is subsiding, reality is sinking in and a hard painful landing approaches. Dut dut duh...it's time to think about TRAINING.