It’s time to wrap up the week now with our favourite links from around the web. Enjoy!
How can one travel to a foreign place without watering down local culture? This question is posed in The Tibet Dilemma.
A provocative article over at Alternet is causing a stir Ecotourism: Responsible Travel or Marketing Sham?
Similarly, Timen and Daniel ruminate on the difference between a tourist and a traveler, if in fact, the distinction even exists.
The Cosumerist dishes up a video clip outlining 9 Times Travel Insurance Isn’t a Ripoff.
Gadling offers 5 Tips To Avoid Getting Ripped Off While Traveling.
Thinking of packing your mobile abroad? Better read NuNomad’s Cell/Mobile Phone Basics for Travelers.
And finally, have you ever wondered what make’s a great photo? Conscientious asks around and gathers a collection of answers.
Have a great weekend!
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I think that these round ups are very helpful. I am overstretched beyond belief and just don’t have time to surf the blogging world. I would rather come and find edited news sources! So thank you from here in Marrakech.
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Hi Maryam, glad you find them helpful! I strive to find the best of the best, so seems to be appreciated.
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Its a good roundup. Anticipating for more. Keep it up.
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Since BNT had selected “Cell/Mobile Phone Basics for Travelers” as a pick of the week, readers may wish to see the follow-up article “Connecting to the Internet When There’s No Cafe in Sightâ€â€GPRS” which is posted at: http://bluesuitnomads.typepad.com/blue_suit_nomads/2007/10/connecting-to-t.html (or at http://www.bluesuitnomad.com).
Cheers!
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