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THL Update: March 31, 2013Mehdy Ghannad Mar. 30, 2013Want to be a travel writer? Join our team! It’s an exciting time for The Hostel Life, with the series gaining popularity and a new site design on the way. And while we love to travel, we can’t be everywhere in the world at once. That's why we want to feature passionate travelers like you!
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Giving Back Travis: A Soldier’s Story
Julianne Wilhelm Mar. 31, 2013“Every day is a challenge, but it’s not a challenge you can’t overcome.” Sergeant Travis Mills is a true testimony to his own words. While on his third tour to Afghanistan, SSG Mills of the United States Army was critically injured when an improvised explosive device (IED) exploded while he was on patrol. Mills lost parts of both… -
The Trials and Triumphs of the Amazon River - Part Three
Patrick Falterman Dec. 17, 2012The tailwind from the day before continued into the morning, and I sailed around the rest of the island and made it back to the south bank before 1100, enjoying the company of a pod of river dolphins whom had been following me since my previous day’s failed shortcut attempt. I could tell that it was the same dolphins because… -
The Trials and Triumphs of the Amazon River - Part Two
Patrick Falterman Dec. 17, 2012The next morning I made coffee with chocolate and chatted with a friendly aged local who came up to my campsite and talked dryly of river life and his nearby cattle ranch. I asked him about the praia grande and what that meant, the business about passing on the outside. He told me yes, don’t pass on the inside, it’s…
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Travelers Rejoice! Less Screening!
Emily King Dec. 15, 2012NEW BILL STREAMLINES BAG CHECKS. International travelers will have a little something extra to celebrate this season--the new “No-Hassle Flying Act” passed the U.S. House last Wednesday lightens re-screening regulations from some U.S. International airports. With this new bill, officers of the Transportation Security Administration are allowed to choose if baggage from flights coming from areas where Customs and Border… -
The Trials and Triumphs of the Amazon River: Part One
Patrick Falterman Dec. 05, 2012This post was written during the middle of an impromptu expedition to explore as much of the Amazon Rainforest as possible in a small, wooden, locally-acquired fishing canoe with a makeshift sail attached. Total days on the river (at time of this entry): 34 (15 on handmade log raft, 18 in 3.5m canoe). Rivers traveled: Tapajós, Amazon.
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Sucre, Bolivia - The City with Four NamesPerhaps the most beautiful city in Bolivia is Sucre, a charming, quiet and not too touristy city that a traveler should definitely not miss . It is the constitutional capital of Bolivia, and sits 9000 ft (2750m) above sea level. The city is also known by three other names, (Characas, La Plata, and Chuquisaca) giving it a nick name of, … -
Pack Your Bags! 5 Rules to Follow When Packing for a Big VacationPacking for that big vacation can almost feel like a big vacation in itself – after you’ve lost your “to-do” list, finally found that special someone to take care of your dog while you’re off, off, and away, and located the perfect place to stow away your vehicle while you’re gone, packing all of your big bags may feel like… -
Photography Strategies for Travelers
After a short trip to Rome with my fiancé recently, I've gained empathy for a problem that women with large breasts are said to experience: lower back pain. In my case, the weight hung from two straps around my neck: a Nikon D5100 DSLR camera with a 18-200mm zoom lens, and a camera bag with accessories, guide books, and other…
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Cat Cafes: Worldwide cat craze takes over cafes in the Far East“Let’s go get a coffee, right Meow!” A cat café is a theme restaurant, where domesticated cats can be watched and played with by customers. Patrons either pay an hourly cover fee or just purchase food items to enjoy. It’s a form of supervised indoor pet rental that started due to ‘no pet’ restrictions at numerous housing complexes… -
Three Most Extreme Hawaiian AttractionsWhen people think of Hawaii, the most common thought that comes to mind is “paradise.” With its luxurious beaches, serene waters, tropical landscapes, and exquisite, fresh produce, it is no wonder why those seeking a vacation filled with pampering choose Hawaii. However, those who crave adventures packed with extreme thrills can also enjoy the wonders of the Hawaiian Islands. Listed…
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