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John Y. Can/Flickr While zip lines are often associated with military boot camps, the aerial runways are typically used by thrill-seeking vacationers these days. Folks choose to soar above trees and fly over beaches to feel like a superhero for a few minutes. And while the jolt of adrenalin may not be enough to plan…
Jirka Matousek/Flickr When it comes to street eats, there are two types of travelers: the timid and fearful and the load-up-my-plate fearless. Our editors are in the latter camp and firmly believe in seeking out the best food on our trips, whether it’s made in a sizzling roadside wok in Thailand, a deep fryer in…
Modern life involves traveling often and for all sorts of reasons. This year alone, you might have a big family get-together in another state, an annual ski trip with college buddies, and a cousin’s wedding halfway across the country. Here at Oyster, we embrace just about any excuse to hit the road, but what really…
When it comes to choosing a hotel, several key questions may cross your mind: Is this property centrally located? Does it fit my budget? How do its amenities stack up with my vacation needs (think: free Wi-Fi for business trips or a kids pool for family getaways)? While a courtyard may not be a make-or-break…
Thailand, arguably the most traveler-friendly country in southeast Asia, offers great food, gorgeous beaches, and tons of cultural opportunities. While travelers could easily spend months exploring the “Land of Smiles,” most people don’t have quite as much vacation time to do just that. However, even if you only have a week to explore the country,…
Whether you’re just three years into your post-grad life or nearing 59.5 years (the age when you can start withdrawing 401k savings without penalties), you may be fantasizing about where you’ll retire. Sure, you’ve heard of Florida, but there are retirement-worthy spots throughout the world that deliver much more than Boca Raton. We’ve rounded up…
Mouthwatering food, rich culture, historical landmarks, and drop dead gorgeous beaches — there’s nothing that Thailand doesn’t have. But this can be both a blessing and a curse. With so much to do and see, it can be tough to narrow down exactly where to spend those precious out-of-office days. The upside is that there’s…
Foto: Flickr/Giorgio Montersino Ortsunabhängig und selbstbestimmt zu leben ist schon seit längerem ein Lebensmodell, das immer mehr junge Erwachsene zwischen 20 und 40 Jahren für sich entdecken. Das Internet und unser Medienzeitalter machen es möglich, von überall auf der Welt zu arbeiten. In den letzten Jahren hat sich eine Arbeitskultur entwickelt, die das Reisen und…
If there are two words that can largely sum up Thailand’s climate, they are hot and humid. The Southeast Asian country, which is known for its tropical beaches, ornate temples, and ancient ruins, has two seasons — wet and dry. Some say there’s also a third — the shoulder season, which occurs between peak and…
In the first article of this series, we asked experts what it’s really like to quit your job and move to a vacation destination. The rest of the series focuses on the experiences of people who’ve actually done it. This installment tells the story of Charlie Ives and Brittany Bennett, who travel the world as…
