London Calling

83 members Latest Activity: Jul 30, 2021

One of Europe & the world's most dynamic, exciting cities, a brilliant mix of cool & historic, tasty & gritty. And of course host to…

Travel Reads

86 members Latest Activity: Oct 13, 2021

Books and apps to travel with and because of. What's helpful, hot, or simply cool in print out there these days?' Weigh in on our comment wall and…

Yemen

13 members Latest Activity: Oct 11, 2021 At the southern tip of the Arabian peninsula, this small country has gotten something of a dicey rep lately, but with caution & common sense can be…

Silk Road

30 members Latest Activity: Nov 2, 2020

Some of the countries on the legendary Silk Road route are already represented by Tripatini groups, but not all, and there's no group yet covering…

Pakistan

25 members Latest Activity: Oct 30, 2021

This south Asian country has been in the news aplenty recently -- but less well known is that tourism is still a growing industry because of its…

Uzbekistan

29 members Latest Activity: Sep 26, 2021 Once on the fabled Silk Road, and one of the several Central Asian Muslim "Stans" that emerged from the Soviet Union's breakup, this one is home to…

Jordan

32 members Latest Activity: Nov 15, 2021 The Hashemite Kingdom holds some of the great mysteries of the Holy Land -- and some pretty good deals, too. The ancient Nabatean city of Petra is…

Train Travel/Rail Buffs

68 members Latest Activity: Nov 14, 2021 For travel in many parts of the world, choo-choos rock! Here we talk about train travel trips, great rail routes, antique trains, trainspotting...…

Spas/Wellness

100 members Latest Activity: Aug 1, 2021

Who doesn't love a little pampering? And the exploding number of spas across the world these days ranges from crazy-pricey to surprisingly…

United Kingdom

216 members Latest Activity: Nov 17, 2021

Ah, cool Britannia, what can we say -- you're still the Queen of destinations, from England and Cornwall to Wales and Scotland. And across to…

Women's Travel Forum

185 members Latest Activity: Aug 10, 2021

Welcome, ladies! Whether you're hitting the road solo or planning a "girlfriend getaway" with gal pals, here's a look at your special issues,…

Ecotourism

371 members Latest Activity: Jul 22, 2021

Into the world's unspoiled natural places, with awe and respect. And if you're willing to give up your A/C and TV, you can even do a lot of it for…

Media Corner

1444 members Latest Activity: Nov 20, 2021

Writers, editors, photogs, broadcasters & bloggers share tips, leads, ideas, news, gripes. PR reps/journos ISO press releases/trips, see also…

Palestine

26 members Latest Activity: Sep 11, 2021 Things may still be politically unresolved, but at least a million tourists a year safely & happily visit the West Bank to explore the rich history &…

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…