Another week goes by and I present another week of Suzy Stumbles Over Travel. In case you are new to this site, each week I ask writers and readers to share their favorite travel posts of the week. I read each submission, comment, tweet the article on Twitter, stumble the piece using Stumbleupon and place a link to the post on my Facebook page. The following week I select my five favorites to be featured here and the stumbling begins again into the next week.
Just a few things to keep in mind, please only submit one post per person each week. Leave your submission in the comment box below rather than sending it to me via email, Facebook or Twitter. I can’t guarantee I will see it if it is not left here. Your submission must to be travel related. You have until the end of the day on Friday to submit. Be sure to follow me on Twitter, subscribe to my stumbles on Stumbleupon and “like” me on Facebook to make sure I give your post the attention it deserves.
The 5 Favorites of Last Week
“Wanderlust and Motherhood” From The Spokesman Review
Submitted by Cheryl-Anne
The imagery of Cheryl-Anne’s post is enough to make this a worthy read. She explores the difficulties of being a mother but also having a case of wanderlust. From the early morning goodbye to the questions “why are you leaving”, her wanderlust comes with a guarantee she will always return home.
“It’s Not me, It’s You: An Open Letter to the Travel Channel” From Travel Girl Sees World
Submitted by Samantha
Samantha takes on the Travel Channel’s lack of the female traveler in this satirical letter. A network she once enjoyed is now no longer something she can watch. In a letter of complaint, Samantha begs for the Travel Channel to get its act together and find a place for something other than the 40-something man eating bugs. Her problems with the Travel Channel I think resonate with most travelers who once enjoyed the channel.
“An Epic Day of Frustration, Corruption and Adventure in Liberia!” From Any Road
Submitted by Sam
Adventurous travel tales are sometimes only those in our imaginations, but Sam seemingly cheats death and prison time all in one day in Liberia. Aside from just being a page-turner of a story, Sam highlights the Liberia’s attitude toward money.
“A Hacked Skype Account—The Problem with Automatic Recharge” From The Country Skipper
Submitted by Sabrina
Most travelers use to Skype to connect with loved ones back home. Skype is not just a great way to stay in touch while traveling, but it also comes at an affordable price. However, Sabrina’s experience with a hacked Skype account is a cautionary tale on how you use Skype. If you have an automatic recharge set up with Skype or you use Skype regularly, you will want to give this tale a read.
“How To Get Started Traveling” From This Is My Happiness
Submitted by Jenna
Jenna gives younger travelers or want-to-be-travelers some wise advice on how to make those dreams of globetrotting possible and fulfilling. Even seasoned travelers can follow these tips, such as doing more while traveling or seizing opportunities when they fall into your lap.
Don’t forget to leave your submission for this week. You have until the end of the day on Friday to submit.
Hi Suzy! I’ll share my latest post which is about travel inspiration and father’s day =o)
http://theopinionatedwanderlust.com/2011/06/19/my-travel-inspiration-my-father/
Have a great week!
Submission from Mike…
Ok…I am getting an early start.
http://1000fights.com/general/tracking-hemmingway/
It is a post about our quest to follow the footsteps of my hero.
Mike
Hi Suzy!
Here’s my submission this week!
http://travelated.com/why-do-we-assume-all-of-mexico-is-tijuana
My submission compares and contrasts Madrid’s “Mercado de San Miguel” with Barcelona’s “La Boqueria” 🙂
http://whatsgthatsg.wordpress.com/2011/06/20/on-the-market/
I’m in the middle of redoing my site, so for those who click the link to my post above, please excuse the messy site for now.
Suzy, thanks so much for featuring my post! Your time and consideration are so appreciated by all of us who follow your stumbles series.
Hi Suzy,
We’ll toss one in this week that we just put up. Our visit to 2 coffee fincas on the Ruta de Cafe in Chiapas, Mexico – http://trans-americas.com/blog/2011/06/ruta-de-cafe-chiapas-mexico/
More great reads this week. I really loved Jenna’s post. For this week, I am celebrating Father’s Day with some traveling dads. Get tips, advice, and stories from dads who travel with their kids.
Celebrating Father’s Day! An interview with traveling dads – http://www.budgettraveladventures.com/traveltips/celebrating-fathers-day-an-interview-with-traveling-dads/
Suzy,
Here is my submission for this week on my day in London. Thanks again for your site and what you do. http://levinindy.wordpress.com/2011/06/21/chocolate-cake-and-london/
Lev
Hey Suzy,
Hope you enjoy the latest post from Australia’s least successful game show contestant.
NO DEAL IN MELBOURNE
http://disarmdoors.blogspot.com/2011/06/no-deal-in-melbourne.html
Happy travels,
Ben
Hi Suzy!
My contribution for the week is entitled “Surviving the Louvre”! There are some tips on how to tackle one of the world’s largest museums 🙂
http://thatbackpacker.wordpress.com/2011/05/23/surviving-the-louvre/
Audrey
Hey Suzy, here’s my post for the week.. What and how to pack when packing for a year. Cheers! http://www.wanderlass.com/2011/06/girls-rtw-packing-list.html
Hi Suzy,
I’m sure everyone knows the USA is a BIG country, but you really get a much better perspective when driving across the States. I was really amazed at the hugeness of everything when i returned for xmas after spending 12 years in SE Asia, and esp. when i drove from Pa to Fl with my brother. Here’s the story-
http://lashworldtour.blogspot.com/2011/01/mighty-big-crossing-us-of.html
Suzy,
If a retired Venezuelan soldier invited you to go watch the Panama vs Salvador soccer game in the VIP lounge of one of the best casinos in Panama City would you accept?? Here’s my submission for la semana! http://ilikegoingplaces.com/2011/06/24/464/
Here’s my submission for this week. It’s about the benefits of travel even in an economic downturn. Enjoy!
http://wheresnelson.wordpress.com/2011/06/24/the-speed-up-travel-and-personal-happiness/
Love the wanderlust and motherhood article. I actually came across it a few weeks ago and instantly knew that would be me someday. As I have just recently entered my 30th year, I think I will soon be finding a way to mix both of these!!