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As we say here on the Islands, “It’s Aloha Friday, no work ’til Monday,” and that motto couldn’t sound more precious than right now. It’s been quite a week — complete with a tsunami in Samoa and Indonesia’s SECOND devastating earthquake. I think we’re all ready for some R&R, so how ’bout I provide some good ‘ole Gadlinks to get your weekend started smoothly?

Having just come back from a 9-week trip, I can admit to some of the signs I had been traveling too long — and rightfully so! I missed my darling pug Iris so much it HURT. [via Tripbase]
It’s hard to imagine it, but before couch surfing, there was such a thing as a homestay, which (believe it or not) is just as good an alternative for travelers today than a decade or two ago. [via Vagabondish]
Now that it is safely past the monsoon season, I believe it’s time to start planning themed trips to Asia. There are five differently-themed itineraries to get you started. [via BootsNAll]
Ken Burns’s new documentary on National Parks has really sparked some healthy commentary on the state of National Parks as America’s best idea, don’t you think? [via Moon Handbooks]
Along this same vein, check out these National Parks that are under serious threat due to climate change. Unfortunately, it appears the solution to this problem runs deeper than we know — or are able to prevent. [via Treehugger]

‘Til Monday, have a great weekend!

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Gadlinks for Thursday, 10-1-09

by Aaron Hotfelder on Oct 1, 2009

October has arrived. Time to break out the corduroys and sweaters– or, better yet, time to take a trip to somewhere warm. Hawaii, anyone?

Now here’s your daily look at what’s going on in the travel blogosphere.

Pickpockets’ ten favorite places in the world, which just happen to overlap with many of my favorite places.
Counterintuitive link of the day: Is flying actually getting more pleasant?
Video of travel writer Rolf Potts doing a reading and answering questions at Shakespeare & Co. Bookstore in Paris.
Over at Vagabondish, Shannon Bradford humorously dissects RyanAir’s business plan.
A neat slideshow of Zac Sunderland’s sailing trip around the world– he was the first person under 18 to make the trip solo.

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Gadlinks for Wednesday 9.30.09

by Brenda Yun on Sep 30, 2009

It’s the last day of September, and I think you could say summer is now over. SAD. But autumn is here — and there’s plenty of great travel-worthy things to see and do this fall! Here are just a few reads that might inspire you to take a trip soon.

Say “October” and two things come to mind: Halloween and Oktoberfest. If you’re in the U.S., Halloween is imminent, but Oktoberfest? Not so much — unless you take this handy domestic guide to Oktoberfest. Now we don’t have to be in Munich to get our drink on! [via Moon Handbooks]
Planet Eye remodeled its platform, providing an edgier and more appealing look to its previously clunky appearance. Browse through its great destination guides (and don’t forget to stop through Hawaii — wink, wink). [via Planet Eye Traveler]
These useful tips will make you a highly effective traveler in no time. [via Uncornered Market]
What’s wrong with the world’s worst lovers? A onePoll survey discovered the answer. [via True/Slant]
I love raucous festivals, and these are the best ones. [via Open Travel]

‘Til tomorrow, have a great evening!

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Gadlinks for Tuesday, 9.29.09

by Aaron Hotfelder on Sep 29, 2009

Welcome back to Gadlinks, our daily look at the most interesting comings-and-goings in the travel world. Here’s what’s going on today…

A sad chart from economist Bill Easterly’s important paper Can the West Save Africa?
Rick Steves discusses the scourge of ATM fees overseas. A lesson learned from my recent trip to Guatemala, which I probably should have already known: Balance inquiries cost money!
Maybe you’ve heard of charter schools, but have you heard of charter cities?
This beats writing “Wash Me,” huh?
Having to take your shoes off at the airport looks a whole lot more appealing now.
Obama heads to Denmark to push for 2016 Summer Olympics in Chicago.

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Gadlinks for Monday 9.28.09

by Brenda Yun on Sep 28, 2009

Happy Monday! There’s a whole slew of great travel reads to jump start your week, so let’s get going!

Heading to the Dominican Republic? Here are a few things you can do that don’t involve the beach. [via CNN Travel]
Are you interested in heading somewhere that will lift your spirits? Check out these happy places. [via Brave New Traveler]
Summer may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be outside. These rooftop bars hit the sweet spot all year ’round. [via Sherman’s Travel]
If you’ve traveled to Argentina or other parts of South America you’ve likely discovered mate, an amazingly potent tea. This article gives you the historical points of how mate came to be and provide tips on how to best enjoy it. [via BootsNAll]
I just returned from a long trip and, fortunately, I haven’t yet experience the post-travel blues. But if you are sad that your travels have come to an end, these creative tips might help! [via Tripbase]