NatGeo has set the standard for international travel journalism and photography, as the top exploration publication published today. The first publication was printed back in the late 19th century. Since then the magazine has expanded to publishing online and offering 37 local country editions around the world.
A mix of blues, metal, rock, country and folk music that will get you pumped for your next international excursion.
Check out these amazing travel Instagram accounts: @theplanetd, @roundtheworldgirl, @muradosmann ns @theblondeabroad to feel an inspirational mix of both jealousy and wanderlust. Search for travel tags like #wanderlust #travel #instatravel #travelwriter #passportready.
A collection of Paul Theroux’s best travel writing and the writing that inspired him, Tao of Travel is the kind of read that will move you to finally book that international flight.
“Flying across the world to live and work in a strange country gave me lifelong courage. It’s by taking these chances that you get the most out of life and your career.” –Phillipa Rust
“My self-confidence definitely grew. I never saw myself going abroad for so long by myself, so I surprised myself by stepping out of my comfort zone and even having the confidence to do some of the things I did on this trip.” –Vidisha Nayee
“It really broadens your perspective, challenges the truths that you hold to be self-evident and greatly increases the empathy and understanding that you have for others, both at home and abroad.” –Alex Baum
Travel and tourism can do more than simply make your Instagram feed the envy of your friends – it can break down cultural and political barriers. Learn about Aziz Abu Sarah’s social enterprise that’s improving Palestinian-Israeli relations and get inspired to be a more compassionate, empathetic and culturally aware human being through travel.
Elizabeth Gilbert’s best-selling book following her self-discovery through travel will take you on many different journeys. Through Gilbert’s likeable voice, you’ll quickly realize that there’s more to international travel than the sightseeing.
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