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…

Iran

17 members Latest Activity: Sep 17, 2021 Tourists are welcome and well treated in this ancient country with its impressive historic monuments and tasty cuisine. Plenty of raw material for an…

Chinese Language/Sinic Culture - 中文交谈俱乐部

40 members Latest Activity: Aug 25, 2021

你会说中文吗?

The language and ancient culture of China includes not just the world's most enormous country but spreads across various…

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…

Japanese Culture/ Language

32 members Latest Activity: Oct 3, 2021

Yookoso to everybody who speaks Japanese, wants to learn, or is simply interested in this fascinating and ancient culture!

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,…

Tips for/from Travelers

120 members Latest Activity: Sep 24, 2021

An exchange of suggestions, observations, and tips that make travel more rewarding and sometimes less expensive!

Hotels/Accommodation

258 members Latest Activity: Sep 21, 2021

Mom-and-pops, chains, boutiques, big, fancy properties -- whatever's great!

Hong Kong

45 members Latest Activity: Aug 29, 2021

Part of China but more freewheeling (though less so every year, since the mainland régime's anti-democracy crackdown), HK is at once hyper-urban…

Honeymoons/Weddings

149 members Latest Activity: Nov 11, 2021

Whether you've already tied the knot or are looking to get hitched away from home, here are some strategies & destinations you'll fall in love…

Business Travel

120 members Latest Activity: Aug 29, 2021

Whether you're a road warrior or corporate travel manager, post your questions, comments, and tips here. Maybe some of your frustrations will ease…

Biking/Mountain Biking

89 members Latest Activity: Aug 13, 2021 There's no better way to see some parts of the world than two-wheeling it, on- or off-road.

History & Archaeology

135 members Latest Activity: Nov 1, 2021

Shovel bum or history buff, if exploring the past is a big part of travel's allure for you, here's how to save while doing it, from hamming it up…

Adventure Travel

409 members Latest Activity: Nov 20, 2021 From the great outdoors up to xtreme sports, here it's all about the fresh air and the adrenaline, baby...

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…

Travel Partners/Buddies

41 members Latest Activity: Aug 11, 2021

Looking for a travel buddy to hit the road with? Here's the place!

Photography

226 members Latest Activity: Aug 28, 2021 Whether you're an amateur or a pro, here's a place to discuss techniques, gear, great places to take pictures, and more -- whether about travel,…

Mongolia

32 members Latest Activity: Sep 26, 2021 With wide open spaces, exotic culture, and spectacular nature experiences, the land of Genghis Khan, now a democracy, is gaining ever more notice…

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…

China

114 members Latest Activity: Aug 3, 2021

A gargantuan mix of modern and primitive, free and authoritarian, China boasts some of the most impressive and iconic sights in the world, as well…