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I've been living abroad for days. I used to play MMORPGs for 18-hour sessions. Now I've traded the virtual adventures for real ones, traveling the world with only a single backpack.

 
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Mihama American Village

The Okinawan Town with Dozens of Santas

Arashiyama Hanatouro

Kyoto's Magical Arashiyama Hanatouro Night Illumination Event

Kyoto Aoi Matsuri

Annual Aoi Matsuri (Hollyhock Festival) in Kyoto

Kiyotaki to Takao Hiking Trail

Kyoto's Meandering River Walk: The Kiyotaki to Takao Hiking Trail

Kyoto Yabusame Shinji

Annual Yabusame Shinji (Mounted Archery Ritual) in Kyoto

Blue Ridge Parkway Fall Sightseeing

6 Must-See Autumn Foliage Locations on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Cycling the Venice Lido

Full Day of Exploring the Lido in Venice by Bicycle

Grandfather Trail

North Carolina's One of a Kind Mountain Hike: The Grandfather Trail

HOW TO TRAVEL BETTER AND SIMPLER FOR LESS
Travel Funds

Travel Funds: 6 Real Ways to Make Money Online

Ultralight Packing List

How to Fit Your Life in Just One Bag (What I Pack)

Travel Insurance Guide

How to Buy Travel Insurance and Fear Giant Hornets a Little Less

Travel Accomodations

All Travel Accommodation Options Compared

Cheap Flights Guide

How to Find Cheap Flights Without Wasting Your Time

Travel Options for Young People

Legitimate Ways to Travel If You Are Young and Can't Afford It