Catalonia, Its Culture & Language

32 members Latest Activity: Sep 8, 2021

Benvinguts tots to the forum devoted to the places, culture, and language of the region that bridges Spain and the south…

Tunisia

23 members Latest Activity: Nov 18, 2021

Europeans have been flocking to these Mediterranean beaches for years. But other cool stuff to do in this French- and Arabic-speaking country -…

Surfers' Board

35 members Latest Activity: Sep 4, 2021

It's no news that the surfing subculture is way travel-oriented -- you dudes and dudettes will go practically anywhere in search of the perfect…

North Carolina

46 members Latest Activity: Aug 31, 2021 From the Smokies and Blue Ridge Mountains to the beaches of the Outer Banks, the Tar Heel State's got plenty to keep you busy. That includes history…

Malawi

11 members Latest Activity: Sep 12, 2021

Styling itself "the warm heart of Africa," this small, mostly rural East African country between Tanzania, Mozambique, and Zambia, Malawi offers…

Pets on the Go!

43 members Latest Activity: Oct 15, 2021

More and more, Fido and Fluffy have been coming along for the ride (and even the overnight). But if you've tried it you know how much complication…

Philippines

56 members Latest Activity: Oct 23, 2021

Not a conventional travel destination for most, this 7,000-island Pacific archipelago offers a mix of cultures, eco-tourism, beaches &…

Tennessee

30 members Latest Activity: Aug 2, 2021 A trove of unique Americana -- from the music scenes of Nashville and Memphis (let's not forget Graceland!) to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge and the Smoky…

Rwanda

29 members Latest Activity: Nov 9, 2021 Peaceful & covering just over 10,000 square miles (26,000 square km), yet packed with natural beauty & wildlife including mountain gorillas,…

Movies & Travel

62 members Latest Activity: Nov 23, 2021 How many times have you seen a movie and said "I'd love to go there!" or "Hey, cool, I was there!"? Movies can both inspire travel dreams and bring…

Utah

29 members Latest Activity: Oct 13, 2021 Truly a one-of-a-kind place, pioneered by Mormons & christened Deseret, its appeal lies in outdoor adventures (including lots of skiing) & dramatic…

Honduras

25 members Latest Activity: Sep 9, 2021 Still a little rough around the edges, but with superb diving/snorkeling (Roatán and Utila islands); the great Maya ruins of Copán; the…

Bulgaria

35 members Latest Activity: Oct 3, 2021 One of Eastern Europe's lesser known countries is surprisingly diverse considering its size, from its mild Black Sea coast (Varna is quite the…

Sierra Leone

16 members Latest Activity: Aug 9, 2021

Now safe but notorious for war & "blood diamonds" in the 1990s, this English-speaking West African country has been recovering nicely & is…

Politics of Travel

54 members Latest Activity: Nov 14, 2021

Travel promotes freedom and understanding -- but human beings being what they are, all too often politics and conflict can get in the way. What do…

Orlando

46 members Latest Activity: Apr 26, 2021

One of the most visited destination in the travel universe, greater Orlando in central Florida has the famous theme parks, of course, but also…

Latvia

23 members Latest Activity: Sep 2, 2021 The middle one of the three Baltic republics, it's got a historic but swinging capital, Riga, along with lots more history, beaches, and nature than…

Tourism Branding

162 members Latest Activity: Oct 16, 2021 For anyone in or interested in the tourism industry to explore issues associated with branding a country, region, destination, attraction, hotel,…

Oman

19 members Latest Activity: Sep 28, 2021 This safe & enlightened Persian Gulf sultanate is an under-the-radar travel gem, from the walled city, souk & museums of capital Muscat to…

Communications/Phones

21 members Latest Activity: Nov 19, 2021

In the 21st century, we've all got a panoply of choices when it comes to phoning home & communicating on the road, whether via mobile/cell…