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April 2007 Archive

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Less Money, More Mileage

Posted on April 30, 2007 in Travel News

For those of us not accustomed to spending away our layovers (literally) and crashing with the Maharaja, travel can be a strain on that cumbersome ball-and-chain we call a budget... Continue reading Less Money, More Mileage

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Travel: Stranger than Fiction

Posted on April 23, 2007 in Travel News

Whether you chalk it up to a full moon or spring fever, the latest travel news has a definite slant toward the weird... Continue reading Travel: Stranger than Fiction

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IgoUgo's Top Budget Travel Destinations

Posted on April 19, 2007 in Trip Ideas

Trends come and go, but if there’s one word in travel that will never lose its buzz, it’s “budget.” Here’s a round-up of some top spots where you’ve had a blast without blasting your budget—and a look at how you did it... Continue reading IgoUgo's Top Budget Travel Destinations

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Wander Women

Posted on April 16, 2007 in Travel News

With an arsenal of online resources and a heightening awareness of their impact on the travel industry, women are taking over the world—literally... Continue reading Wander Women

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Bad Luck's Charm

Posted on April 13, 2007 in Trip Ideas

Friday the 13th is upon us once again. As we take pains to cross our fingers today (a less than ideal condition for blogging), we’re reminded of the bad luck that befalls even the best of travelers, always when we least expect it... Continue reading Bad Luck's Charm

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Earth Huggers

Posted on April 11, 2007 in Trip Ideas

As IgoUgo members traipse across the globe and back, it’s comforting to know that some cover their tracks and leave places better off than they found them. We’re celebrating Earth Day with a toast to our eco-travelers. Cheers!.. Continue reading Earth Huggers

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City Planning

Posted on April 9, 2007 in Trip Ideas

From Beijing to Brooklyn, the constant evolution of urban areas is enough to make you question why anyone would ever need a weekend escape in the country... Continue reading City Planning

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A Little Bunny Froufrou

Posted on April 4, 2007 in Trip Ideas

Easter egg hunts and grass-filled baskets may be things of the past (we’ll keep our marshmallow Peeps, thanks), but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy a fantastical Easter as much as the next kid. It’s time for a whimsical twist on your travel wisdom... Continue reading A Little Bunny Froufrou

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Stomping Out Sickness

Posted on April 3, 2007 in IgoUgo Updates

Some of the areas that best highlight the strength of the IgoUgo community are our Message Boards, and one recent exchange stands out as indicative of the bonds that tie our members together beyond travel... Continue reading Stomping Out Sickness

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The Extra Mile

Posted on April 3, 2007 in Trip Ideas

Gone are the days when travel was simply a holiday from work—these days, it’s a bonafide ambition... Continue reading The Extra Mile