[travel]

Do you love to travel? Here are some fantastic sites, stories, and tips to help inspire you and get to planning your next adventure.

For the basics, and for connecting with other travelers:

• www.lonelyplanet.com 
• Thorn Tree travel forum 
• "World's 10 Happiest Places"
• www.travbuddy.com 
• www.bootsnall.com 

For concise articles, little-known tips, and amusing anecdotes:

• www.matadornetwork.com
• www.lostgirlsworld.com
• "Cheap Airfare Tips"

For the minimalists who are looking to pare down possessions and live with less:

• www.evbogue.com

For inspiration and day-dreaming:

• http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/traveler-magazine/
• Chris Guillebeau's The Art of Non-Conformity

For meeting other travelers, find a place to stay and a new friend in a new city:

• www.couchsurfing.com (use common sense when sharing your personal information and selecting hosts/guests, and always have a backup place to stay)

Happy travels!