Sitting in a classroom conjugating verbs is one way to learn a language, but perhaps not the most interesting.
Here are 101 ideas of how to learn a new language in everyday life both at home and overseas.
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Don’t Make These 7 Mistakes Traveling in Dangerous Areas
“You’re going where?! Wow, that’s brave.”
How many times have you gotten this response after mentioning an upcoming trip? For some people, any trip abroad sounds scary, but certain places might be labeled “extreme travel,” even by the people who choose to go there.
Read More8 Backpacking Myths Uncovered
Backpacking is surrounded by assumptions and stereotypes that are usually found to be untrue once on the journey. Here are 8 myths about backpacking debunked:
Read MorePhoto Essay: The History of Air Travel
From the first drawings of Leonardo da Vinci to the concept of modern-day space flights, air travel has come a long way.
Modern air travel’s safety and accessibility are greatly indebted to aviation’s long history of experiments, failures, accidents and deaths.
Read MoreSocial Media Dating: 10 Do’s and Don’ts for Travelers
Boy does a round-the-world-trip. Girl does a round-the-world-trip. Boy and girl meet somewhere exotic and fall in love.
Read More50 Signs You’re a Travel Nerd
Some people love to travel, some people live for it and then others take it to a whole new level of scientific insanity.
If you are wondering if you may be one of these people check out these 50 signs that you could be a travel nerd.
Read More35 Things You Never Knew About Afghanistan
Afghanistan has been in the news for years but how much do you really know about this country?
It’s a beautiful land with a diverse population that we know so little about. Here are 35 facts to give you a glimpse into the Afghanistan beyond the War on Terror.
Read MoreMy Favorite 80’s Superheroes and the Fictional Places I wish I Could Visit
Superheroes in the 80s not only made us want to fight crime, but also inspired us to want to travel to different planets and other galaxies. Here are some of our favorite superheroes and places from that magical decade.
With The Smurfs film recently opening at the box office, memories of magical lands and intriguing destinations from the ’80s have flooded back to us.
Read More11 Epic Rock Songs that Take You to a Certain Place
If travel isn’t on your horizon, why not take a musical journey instead by listening to one of these classic destination rock songs – from California to Japan, you’ll be rockin’ all over the world…
Read MoreMost Mathematically Interesting Buildings in the World (7 More)
If you’re into Math and you’re into Architecture then this is the post for you. See which buildings made the hit-list for the most mathematically interesting places across the world, take a trip and go see them for yourself.
Read More2 Years Blogging: My 7 Links
Not all blog posts are created equal, take a look behind the scenes of the Tripbase blog to see which posts made your day, which ones bombed and which ones made your blood boil.
Read MoreTales of Extinction: 7 Animals You’ll NEVER See on Safari
Take a step back in time to discover some incredible African animals that lost out in the game of evolution.
Read MoreHow to Say “I’m Allergic to Peanuts” in 45 Languages
Don’t let your peanut allergy come between you and your dreams of world travel. Learn how to translate that crucial phrase, “I’m allergic to peanuts” and ensure a happy and healthy trip.
Read MoreBioluminescence: 9 Incredible Glowing Sea Creatures
Bioluminescence is one of nature’s most amazing phenomena! Take a cyber scuba dive and check out these amazing glow in the dark creatures.
8 Books to Teach Your Kids About the World
Want to get your kids as excited about travel as you are? Here are 8 books that will teach them about far-off cultures and lands and make them feel like they are right next door.
It doesn’t take much to get you excited about the big wide world, but what about your kids?
Read MorePhoto Essay: 14 Incredible Airplane Meals from Around the World
Do you hate airplane food? You might be in for a surprise. Check out these delicious airplane meals from across the globe and pray for an upgrade!
Read MoreTop 10 Foodie Travel Books
Is it any wonder that so many travelers are also foodies? So much of the joy of travel is the quest for new sensations and experiences.
Read More101 Ways to be Happy
Do you want to be happy? Of course you do, who doesn’t?! Here are 101 easy ways to achieve a better, happier life!
Read More8 Edible Flowers from around the World
If you’re longing to travel but haven’t got the time or money, try incorporating these edible flowers into your next meal. You’ll get to experience the scent, taste and beauty of somewhere else without leaving your dinner table!
Read MoreWhat’s Best for our Kids? 11 School Lunches from around the World
Ever wonder what children are eating for lunch across the world? Take a look at these 11 very different school lunches and learn some fascinating insights into kids’ school lives across the globe.