We were in a remote valley in the Cordillera Vilcabamba, with no other people in sight. The sun’s last rays were lighting up the fluted snow-covered ridges of Salkantay in a soft pink, creating a stunning alpenglow effect on the highest peak in the range. Where exactly were we? High on a mountain ledge, looking out from our tent, shivering inside our ... [Read more]
Jamaica offers a buffet of dishes that define the island and its people. Here’s a list of 10 that are worth trying on a visit to Jamaica: 1. Jerk chicken Probably the most well-known dish in Jamaica, jerk chicken is a spicy grilled chicken dish that may have originated from the Taino people, but perfected by African slaves in the 17th century. Jerk is ... [Read more]
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQGMVAG6xgo&start=557] Hot off the presses from Austin, we've just gotten our hands on fresh new video footage! Watch this all-star 2012 SXSW panel titled "Advise THIS! Matchmaking Startups & High Profile Advisors", where Trippy founder J.R. Johnson talks startups and advisors with best-selling authors Tim ... [Read more]
“All my travel friends are married and I want to take a solo trip out of the country. Doesn't have to be Europe. Where are the best places in the world to travel solo?”, wrote a Trippy member. If you love to explore the world, but don’t have anyone with the vision, money or time to accompany you, what will you do? Shelf your dreams? Or will ... [Read more]
Have you ever regretted buying, or in some instances, not buying a souvenir? Finding the perfect souvenirs from around the world is not an easy feat. To avoid disappointment, and before you set out, ask yourself these five questions: What’s your budget? Locally-made or foreign made? How will you use it? Does the item reflect the country’s ... [Read more]
The beach makes the perfect summer vacation destination, but what about in winter? Check out these five snowy beaches! Beaches don’t need to be warm to be beautiful. 1. Bethany Beach, DEBethany Beach is located in Delaware, and home to the Bethany Beach Boardwalk. This ultimate beach destination might require snowshoes instead of flip flops! 2. ... [Read more]
