February has been another great month for BvtW, and the February Express 2012 will get you up to speed very quickly! Check inside to get bits and pieces from this blog, other blogs and social media.
Your Passport to a New Career: The World Nomads Travel Writing Scholarship
What do you get when you mix Rough Guides, World Nomads, Travelfish and a Malaysian food tour? You get the WorldNomads Travel Writing Scholarship for 2012, and this one is not only a brilliant way to get your foot in the door of a travel writing career, but also a mind-blowing escape to three of Southeast Asia’s best: Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia.
Sunday Snap: Inside the Dali Museum
Figueres, Spain is home to a Salvador Dali Museum, and I just had to visit. It was well worth the train trip from Barcelona to see. If you enjoy this shot, be sure to share it around. Thanks!
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Saturday Snap: The Sydney Lights
Each year, Vivid Sydney lights up the city in art. Buildings become backdrops and colors are everywhere. This is a photo of a couple of friends walking towards the lights. If you like, share around!
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How I Scored 2 Peak-season International Tickets for $300: Part 2 – Reward Burn
Now for part 2 of how Cheryl got an amazing flight deal using miles: two international round-trip tickets with a stopover during high season for just $300.
The Two Faces of Brooke
I will always be American no matter where I am in the world. But, after 3 years in Australia, and 3 years of being with an Aussie guy, I don’t really flinch when people ask me, “How ya going?” I’m in a weird place, and that’s kind of what I wanted to portray in the LAST ROUND of the Canon Island Blogger Competition.
I Want to Travel But Can’t Find a Travel Partner (aka Solo Travel Anxiety)
Not everyone has the same travel dreams that I do, so finding a friend that wants to do the exact thing is just not a possibility. Instead of sitting at home and thinking that I’ll never be able to travel because I can’t get so-and-so to do it, too, I simply decided to fulfill my dreams and set off on the solo road.
Sunday Snap: Lovebirds in Macaw Mountain
Macaw Mountain is a bird refuge in Honduras near Copan. it was there that I got to get up close and personal with a couple of lovebirds. So cute. Share if you think so, too!
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Saturday Snap: Holy Tarantula!
I don’t do well with bugs, and spiders are the worst. I was shaking with nervousness when my Tikal guide picked this tarantula up and was trying to coax group members to hold it. NO THANKS! Share if you enjoy!
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How I Scored 2 Peak-season International Tickets for $300: Part 1 – Air Loyalty Programs & Earning
Are air loyalty programs a bit of a mystery to you? If so, read this post where Cheryl gives the low-down on choosing the right program and earning those rewards.
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The “No Speak Language Guide” is Out: Get a Copy for Free!
October 20, 2011
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What Not to Leave on a Train
March 8, 2012
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I am a Blogger, and I am Powerful: On Bloggers, Brands and Fear
December 9, 2011
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The Best and the Worst of the USA
August 1, 2011
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Day 162: People Read This?
June 23, 2011
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I’m Chasing the Magic… What Keeps You Traveling?
May 15, 2012
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Sunday Snap: Lublin Graffiti
May 13, 2012
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Saturday Snap: My Saviour
May 12, 2012
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The Tour That Changed My Mind
May 9, 2012
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The Time I Sent Pat to Get a Loaf of Bread in Bishkek
May 7, 2012
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Lauren: Ahh, Pat, haha.......
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Brooke: #48 - sent! Have fun on your travels!...
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Brooke: #47 - sent! Enjoy :)...
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Brooke: #46 - sent... hope this made it in time!...
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Brooke: #45 - sent :)...









