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What is social travel? The Flash Pack connection, explained
Social travel, coined by Flash Pack, describes the unique sense of friendship shared between like-minded people on a group adventure.
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Inside hidden Japan with Instagram’s iconic “rainbow girl”
Solo travel fairy Sam Hodenius, aka colorcrrush, takes us inside her LGBTQ+ friendly community, with local cultural tips from her favorite country – Japan.
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The ultimate solo travel guide to Borneo: Everything you need to know
Cue: mountainous rainforest threaded with majestic rivers, white-sand beaches, fascinating cities and jaw-dropping wildlife.
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A little less conversation: inside Norway’s casual dating culture
Casual dating is on the rise globally, but in Norway it’s long been a fixture. Can putting sex before emotional intimacy create happier relationships?
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The ultimate solo travel guide to Puerto Rico: Everything you need to know
Choose your tipple (the island does a nice line in rum, coffee and, of course, Piña Coladas) and soak up the energy of this Caribbean charmer.
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“Ghosting” in friendship is rare – most people simply drift apart
Ghosting or toxic behavior in friendship is unusual, according to expert Professor Jeffrey A. Hall. The truth is, life makes it hard to stay in touch.
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“Solo travel is the opposite of addiction. You’re present in the world”
Celebrity sober coach Bob Marier says quitting alcohol has transformed his life, opening up a whole new world of adventure and connection.
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Sober curious? The unexpected joys of traveling alcohol-free
After giving up alcohol, writer Maggie Downs welcomed in a world of early morning yoga and geothermal swims.
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Hiking in the hills of Cumbria turned me from an addict into a fell-loving foodie
Camp-stove cook, Harrison Ward – aka “Fell Foodie” – describes how hiking in the great outdoors helped him kick the booze for good.
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Living abroad as a blind woman, I felt accepted for the first time in my life
Blind since birth, Heather Hutchison spent a year living in Lima, Peru – and discovered a newfound sense of belonging with the local community.
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“The childfree woman is a symbol of freedom. Many people feel threatened by it”
Zoë Noble’s We are Childfree network is designed to empower her global childfree community. But the movement has faced opposition from some.
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The ultimate solo travel guide to Montenegro: Everything you need to know
Say zdravo to a rising Mediterranean star: cue coastal beauty, lakeside vineyards and making the most of the wild, mountainous outdoors.
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“I sold 300 items of designer clothing to fund an epic year-long trip”
Ryan Shaw used to be obsessed with designer labels. But a love of travel saw him quit his job and sell everything for a year on the road.
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As a disabled traveler, I made history. My message? People are kinder than you know
Renee Bruns made history after quitting her job as a Fortune 500 exec to travel the world solo in her wheelchair – reviving her faith in humanity en-route.
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How to travel the world for free – by the woman who makes a living from it
When Points By J’s Jess Bohorquez found a life hack to travel the world for free using points, she began a community to help others do the same.
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The ultimate solo travel guide to Albania: Everything you need to know
From historic city treasures to lush national parks and the stunning Albanian Riviera, there’s a scene for every wanderluster in this off-radar Mediterranean gem.
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My sister saved my life with an act of love: now we run a business together
Entrepreneur Lauren Murrell faced cancer aged 23: but her sister, Sarah, saved her. It led to a new life of travel – and the launch of an award-winning brand.
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Life beyond mom guilt: how traveling alone made me whole again
As mom to a toddler daughter, travel blogger Millette Stambaugh has revived her sense of self beyond motherhood with solo trips abroad.
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Eat, love, draw: Inside the vibrant world of Brazilian artist Camila Pinheiro
The beach-loving illustrator explains why Brazil’s colorful culture, soulful people and tropical landscapes never fail to inspire.
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An ode to octopi: diving into South Africa with Pippa Ehrlich – director of My Octopus Teacher
Director of My Octopus Teacher, Pippa Ehrlich, shares the heartwarming story behind the Oscar-winning film.