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Exploring Hemingway’s Africa: A First-Hand Account

Adventure and Ernest Hemingway go hand-in-hand. The legendary author made a name for himself writing about his exploits in war and the wilderness, using simple yet beautiful language to describe the world in which he lived. As an apparent adrenaline junkie, Hemingway often sought out new and rare experiences. So, it was only a matter…

The 10 Best Places to Jump Start Your New Year’s Resolutions

Well, the holiday season is officially behind us; now the snow seems less festive and more just cold. Our bank accounts are verging on empty thanks to Christmas shopping and New Year’s Eve revelry. And the many “I’ll worry about that after the holidays” tasks are now upon us and looking pretty daunting. But, all…

Looking for a Change in 2016? The World’s Best Countries for Relocating

These days, more and more people are choosing to uproot their lives and relocate to different countries; and indeed, there are many reasons for the move. Career and financial stability is one of the most common motivating factors behind a big move; expats often cite new career paths, better job opportunities, or increased economic stability…

Looking for a Change in 2016? The 4 Best Spots for Relocating

These days, more and more people are choosing to uproot their lives and relocate to different countries; and indeed, there are many reasons for the move. Career and financial stability is one of the most common motivating factors behind a big move; expats often cite new career paths, better job opportunities, or increased economic stability…

7 Steps to Taking the Best U.S. Winter Road Trip Ever

When I think of road trips, I imagine cruising down the highway with the sun on my face and wind in my hair; along with camping and barbecuing, road-tripping is a quintessential summer activity (albeit one that takes a bit longer than throwing a few burgers on the grill). But after being convinced to take…

8 Ways Men and Women Are Totally Different When It Comes to Travel

Men are from Mars, women are from Venus. We’ve all heard it before and, honestly, we’ve all probably experienced the resulting differences as well. Sure, they’re really not as drastic as some may like to think, but plenty of research shows that the vast majority of men compared to the vast majority of women do…

The 5 Most Inspiring Destinations in the World That You Need to Visit in 2016

The benefits of travelling are extensive — and often surprising. Travelling has been accredited with the ability to heal, educate, and expand our horizons. The feeling of inspiration many of us get after travelling is undoubtedly one of the best consequences of a trip away. Plus, after taking on baggage reclaim, navigating a foreign country,…

5 Bad Things That Happen to You When You Travel

Okay, before we get you all confused about what we believe and what we’re all about here at Oyster.com, let us say this: It has been scientifically proven that travel is actually very, very good for you, and just about every part of you: your body, your relationships, your mind… But there are aspects of…