Travel
At A Bus On A Dusty Road, our passion for travel is boundless. We firmly believe that travel acts as a catalyst in truly embodying the essence of Living Life as a Global Citizen.
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How Can I Find My Way Without A Compass?
If you are going to be sailing, hiking, or just being in the great outdoors, there may be times when you need to try to find your way without having a compass. For centuries our forefathers found their way without GPS or a compass. You can find your direction even if you do not have…
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125+ Travel and Leisure Inspirational Quotes
We love to travel and believe we can learn so much from many other parts of the world. At A Bus On A Dusty Road, we believe we should all try “Living Our Life As A Global Citizen.” Here are over 125 inspirational quotes about travel, life, and Leisure. These are some of our favorite…
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Why Singapore Airlines Customer Service Sucks
I wanted to purchase a one-way ticket from Singapore to Hanoi to help me complete my journey back to Hanoi, Vietnam, from a visit to the United States. Purchasing a ticket online from an airline should be effortless, but not with Singapore Airlines. It took me hours of my time to get them to respond.…
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What Makes Istanbul So Special?
Istanbul is truly a unique city that sits right on the dividing line between Asia and Europe. Istanbul is the only city on a continental divide and is considered transcontinental. As a Transcontinental city, Istanbul is a unique, and fantastic place. It is also an ancient city, an original home to the once-great Roman Empire.…
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Is Istanbul In Europe Or Asia?
Istanbul is a fascinating city that straddles right between Asia and Europe. Istanbul is a major city in the country of Turkey. Istanbul has the famous Bosphorus Strait, which is used as the dividing line between Europe and Asia. The city is divided almost right down the middle between the European and Asia Continents, so…
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Why Was Constantinople Renamed To Istanbul?
Constantinople is one of the most storied cities in world history, now known as Istanbul. Its grandeur and opulence, colorful past filled with legendary battles, political intrigue, and revolutionary thought have captivated travelers for centuries. While many people are familiar with the name Istanbul today, few may know why it was renamed from Constantinople to…
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Best Currency For Vietnam and Cambodia – An Insiders Guide
I live as an ex-pat in Vietnam and travel quite a bit to Cambodia. In both countries, I deal with understanding what currency is the best to use in these locations. The Vietnamese dong is the best currency to use in Vietnam, especially for taxis, restaurants, and small shops. Many taxis, shops, and restaurants will…
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How Many Miles Did Early Humans Walk In A Day?
Today we are very obsessed with how many steps we take each day. Like me, many of you may have an app or smartwatch that helps you track how many steps you took in a day or how much physical activity you did The early humans did not have smartwatches to help them keep track…
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What Is The Relationship Between Mongolia And Tibet?
I have traveled to both Mongolia and Tibet. Even though these countries are far apart, they have still many similarities. Both Tibet and Mongolia practice the same form of Buddhism. The relationship between Mongolia and Tibet started in the mid-1200s when the Genghis Khan army invaded Tibet. The Tibetans taught their capturers Buddhism and later…
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