Read a round-up of some of the best travel blog posts from the past week in addition to information about a blog carnival in which Maiden Voyage is featured this week.
Author: Johnny
A generation 'y'er from Ireland, living his dreams and convincing you to do the same. Traveling through more than 90 countries around the world and showing no signs of slowing down
Q&A With Sarah Van Auken of Volunteering Global
Read an interview with Sarah Van Auken, the creator of Volunteering Global, which is a website that educates and connects people interested in international volunteering.
How to Stand Out As a Tourist
If you stick out like a sore thumb as a tourist, not only will you look silly, but you will also compromise your safety. Learn about what NOT to do if you want to blend in like a local.
Guest Post at CheapOair: Is the Louvre Worth It?
Some so-called “must-see” cities and sights deserve all their hype, but some don’t. Read about my guest post at the CheapOair blog about whether the Louvre museum in Paris is really worth visiting.
Photo of the Week: Body Builder at Muscle Beach
Sometimes my favorite thing about travel is the interesting people I encounter. View an image I took of a body builder at Muscle Beach in California, where the infamous Ah-nold first got his start.
Are Your Parents Scaring You Away From Travel?
Are modern-day parents scaring their children away from backpacking and other travel adventures? One blogger worries that parents are sheltering their children so much that they will be afraid of travel. Read my response to his post.
Maiden Voyage Must-Read Monday
Don’t let the Monday blues get you down. Read this list of some of the best travel blog posts from the past week and get inspired as you learn about what to eat in Belgium, the best day trips from Madrid, the top markets in Shanghai, and more.
Portugal 101: Q&A with Travel Writer Jeanine Barone
The country of Portugal is one of travel writer Jeanine Barone’s areas of expertise. Read an interview with Barone that discusses what makes Portugal special, why it’s a great place for 20somethings, and what you should be sure not to miss.
Guest Post: Crossing the Border from Nicaragua to Costa Rica
Crossing the border (frontera) from one country to another in Central America is relatively easy except when it comes to going into Costa Rica. They decided if you plan on traveling by road into Costa Rica you needed another adventure. Learn about the complicated journey from one side to the other.
Photos of the Week: Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris
View photos of the breathtaking Notre Dame de Paris, a massive Gothic cathedral in Paris, France.
Review: The Ladybag Pocket Urinal
Have you ever been traveling and had the urge to pee, but are nowhere near a toilet (or have stumbled upon a horrifying toilet that is essentially unusable)? In comes the Ladybag, a new pocket urinal for women. Read a review of this quirky but useful product.
Maiden Voyage Must-Read Monday
Bored? Want some travel ideas? Need inspiration? Read this list of some of my favorite travel-related blog posts from the past week.