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My first few days of backpacking
Backpacking is about more than just traveling; it’s about the people you meet along the way.
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Why I quit my job to travel
I’m officially a millennial stereotype. Last month, I quit my 9 to 5 to pursue my love of travel. I made the decision about six months ago, although that didn’t make it any less terrifying. I’ve since received an overwhelming amount of support from former coworkers, friends, and family. But contrary to many life advice columnists…
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The Rio Olympics proved the haters wrong—and I’m not surprised
This post was originally published on Bustle.com. In the media coverage leading up to the 2016 Rio Olympics, we mostly heard about the threat of Zika, the unfinished rail lines, thepolitical unrest, and the frightening crime stats. But as the 2016 Games drew to a close and nothing catastrophic happened, we’ve still hardly heard anything about…
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Photoblog: Prancing around Prague
My family’s holiday tradition is very non-traditional. In the past several years, we’ve traded wrapping presents for packing suitcases. Last year we were in Sydney; the year before that, Singapore; the year before that, Munich. I’ve also spent Christmas in Paris, Rio de Janeiro and Patagonia through the years. My dad’s job has taken us around the world;…
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Photoblog: Way out in West Texas
If you’re from Texas, you’ve probably seen at least one picture of someone standing in front of an abandoned Prada store. If you’re not, you probably have no idea what I’m talking about. “Tough to get to. Tougher to explain. But once you get here, you get it.” Whoever came up with this town promotional slogan for…
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Down under the Sydney sun
I’m not sure what kind of expectations I had before going to Australia. I wasn’t picturing the stereotypical image of kangaroos bounding across dry, red outback, but I certainly wasn’t anticipating the multicultural metropolis that I found Sydney to be either. All I know is that it exceeded them all. I’d move to Sydney in a heartbeat. It’s clean…
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BYOB: Brew Your Own Beer
By Anna Daugherty, Emma Ledford and Alex Vickery As the do-it-yourself culture grows, brewing their own beer is becoming a favorite hobby for Austinites. With over 20 craft breweries, annual beer festivals, two homebrew supply stores, and a crafty reputation, it’s no surprise that Austin has developed a vibrant, supportive and ever-growing homebrewing community. Dave Ebel has been…
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Holiday travel survival guide: the essentials
The holidays are a lovely time of year. For most us, they mean getting away from work and school to spend quality time with our loved ones. Whether you plan on sunbathing on a faraway beach or just relaxing on mom and dad’s couch, it generally involves traveling. And let’s face it, getting there is…
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Fun Fun Fun Fest 2014 recap
There was much fun to be had–three times as much–in Austin this weekend. Fans at Fun Fun Fun Fest enjoyed gorgeous sunny weather for three days of music, comedy, skating, even wrestling. The festival, which pairs its stages with different genres, boasted a wide-ranging lineup with something for everyone, including nostalgic nineties punk bands, heavy…
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Austin’s premiere pole dancing studio allows students to embrace their inner monkey
By Lingnan Ellen Chen, Alice Kozdemba, Larisa Manescu and Alex Vickery To passersby, the small, unassuming studio on Manor Road doesn’t look like much. The big, yellow “Brass Ovaries” sign is the only thing that hints at what’s inside, and that doesn’t say a whole lot if you’re unfamiliar with the name. Every now and…
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Blog (archive)
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