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10 Rules for Eating on the Road

Road trips are great for your sense of freedom and general happiness, but they can wreak havoc on your stomach.…

Joanna Kalafatis

Why Travel Is Less Dangerous Than You Think

Many people I have come across are afraid to venture a long way outside their home country, mostly because they…

Joanna Kalafatis

10 Things I Learned from Life in the Bo Kaap

I had the extraordinary privilege of spending 6 weeks with a host family in the Bo Kaap, otherwise known as…

Joanna Kalafatis

The 25 Best Road Trip Apps

When you hit the road, whether it's for a day trip or a cross-country experience, having the right apps on…

Joanna Kalafatis

10 Infuriating Things About Disneyland

I know, I know.  Disneyland is a magical place where you can feel like a kid again, and see Mickey…

Joanna Kalafatis

How to Spend a Weekend in Death Valley [Plus Road Trip Video]

I made a time lapse during my last weekend in Death Valley, in order to try and capture a bit…

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Overland Africa: Nicolas Bori’s 5 Month Road Trip & Travel Series

Ever wondered what it's like to take a road trip through Africa?  Are you planning to take one sometime in…

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Brazil Favela Tour: Understand Local Hardships and Realities

This post is focused on an educational favela tour undertaken with local NGO leaders. It touches on subjects of poverty…

Joanna Kalafatis

Brazilian Carnival (After-Party Edition)

Carnival in Brazil is not just about the official parades and events.  It's about the spirit of fun and insanity…

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A Guide to Surviving Brazilian Carnival

In honor of today being the first day of Carnival, I decided to share my experience and lessons I learned…

Joanna Kalafatis