archives: Armchair Travel
Armchair Travel: Raw Journalism
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This past week, I joined an online symposium called Seeking Justice: Social Activism through Journalism and Documentary Practice..... More »
Armchair Travel: 4 Legendary Authors You Should Read
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Staying home for awhile? Pick up books by these four authors to keep your wanderlust aflame. More »
Armchair Travel: On the Road
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It's summer and we've been hitting the pavement Jack Kerouac-style, crisscrossing the States and ot More »
Little Passports: Growing Young Explorers
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This company has developed a fun and completely innovative way to get kids interested in other countries and cultures. More »
Armchair Travel: Grill Baby, Grill!
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Fourth of July is upon us and it's time to fire up those grills. More »
Armchair Travel: Keep On Movin’
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From the ugliest pieces of metal hurtling down the highway to some pretty freaky two-wheelers, we’ve scoured the world for some interesting man-made More »
Armchair Travel: Embrace the Bizarre
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Across the network this week, we've been bringing you entertaining articles that spotlight the offbeat nature of man - from the bizarre to the just pl More »
Armchair Travel: Cover Your Mouth!
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With the recent outbreak of Swine flu, it seems like we've retreated back to basic etiquette and cleanliness. More »
Armchair Travel: Nature Calling
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Spring is here and it's time to slip on those hiking boots and get back to nature in the most organic way possible - one footstep at a time. More »
Armchair Travel: Arctic to Pacific
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From Russia and Finland to Australia and Papua New Guinea, we've been hanging at extreme ends of the globe this week. More »
Armchair Travel: We Heart Food!
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That's right. And we've been eating up a storm around the globe More »
Armchair Travel: Shake Your Groove Thing
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From funky bossa nova remixes to reggae-infused carimbó beats, "hippe-hoppe" in Brazil to psychedelic Amazonian surf rock, we bring you the latest so More »
Armchair Travel: Tough Times, Tough Measures
We've dug into our Matador archives to pull out recession-proof ways of More »
Armchair Travel: The Spirit of Carnaval
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From Colombia and Bolivia to the home base, Brazil, we’ve been bringing you some exciting dispatches and vibrant photography from Carnaval celebrati More »
Armchair Travel: Gourmet Valentine
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and we’ve been doling out tips on specials ways to enjoy this weekend.
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Armchair Travel: Sampling City Life
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Getting off the backroads less traveled this week, we’re once again spotlighting some of the world’s favorite cities.
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Armchair Travel: Traveling Minds
Messages about the importance of travel have been cropping up all week.
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5 Writers Who Affirm the Importance of Travel by Olivia More »
Armchair Travel: Focus on the Middle East
What do you really know about the Middle East?
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That’s the question we’ve posed to Matador readers this week. In What Eve More »
Armchair Travel: Protect Thyself
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Even the most intrepid of travelers always has safety and wellness on the back of their mind at all times.
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Armchair Travel: A Day at the Spa
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Nothing relaxes you quicker than a soothing bath.
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In 5 Affordable Wellness Retreats in The World, Linda Handiak takes us on a More »
Armchair Travel: Spotlight Asia
You’ve started jotting down possible travel locations for 2009. No doubt you’ve consulted our 12 Resolutions for Travelers in 2009 guide.
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Armchair Travel: Celebrating Health
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As 2008 rapidly winds down, we’ve all started compiling our resolutions for the new year. Hopefully, taking care of your mind and body is high o More »
Armchair Travel: Rwanda
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Rwandans can breathe a little sigh of relief this week.
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In Rwandan Genocide “Masterminds” Convicted, Sentenced, Matador Pulse edi More »
Armchair Travel: All Eyes on Mumbai
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We’ve been talking a lot about Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India this week.
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Armchair Travel: Holiday Shopping
The Christmas holiday season is upon us and we’ve been publishing a few articles to guide you through the shopping madness.
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Armchair Travel: Cooking Up A Feast With Gratitude
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You’ve probably stuffed yourselves on turkey or other vegan friendly dishes over the Thanksgiving holiday break.
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Armchair Travel: Study Abroad In… Chile?
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Here are a few books on studying abroad and choosing Chile as a viable option. More »
Armchair Travel: Love Is In The Air
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This week, you’ve probably noticed from the various articles published across the Matador Network that we’ve got love on our minds.
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Armchair Travel: Running with the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain
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Ah, the running of the bulls. It's an event that captures the imagination, that draws travelers from around the world. More »



















