As an impeding snowstorm approaches Denver, I bring you this week’s Suzy Stumbles Over Travel. In case you are new to this site, each week I ask writers and readers to submit their favorite travel posts of the week. I read each submission, comment, tweet the article on Twitter, stumble the piece on Stumbleupon and post a link to the article on my Facebook page. The following week I select my five favorite submissions to featured here and the stumbling begins into the next week.
Just a few things to keep in mind, please only submit one post per person each week. Leave a link to your submission in the comment box below rather than sending it to be via email, Twitter, Facebook, etc. Your submission must be travel related. You have until the end of the day of Friday to leave your submission. Any articles submitted past Friday will be carried over into next week. 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
“Photo Friday: competing in a Pseudo-Amazing Race” From Nod’n’smile
Submitted by Nod ‘n’ Smile
Nod ‘n’ Smile details her trip through Western Europe as part of an Amazing Race type competition. Having never heard of something like this, those who have dreamed of competing on the reality show might want to check this out. With wacky competitions and requests, it is not your average trip through Europe.
“Travel Writer Annoyances—Haggling Abroad” From Wandering Justin
Submitted by Justin
Justin shares his annoyance for travel writers and guidebooks that frequently tell you to haggle down prices at markets. He argues that a few handfuls of loose change are not worth haggling for in many cases.
“Only in Texas: Dust Storm Pictures and Videos” From The Country Skipper
Submitted by Sabrina
Sabrina encounters a strange and apocalyptic sight in Texas, a dust storm. Throughout pictures, video and words, she describes this strange occurrence, one you will often only see in Texas.
“Running around Istanbul PT 2—Eurasia Marathon Recap” From Mo Travels
Submitted by Monique
In a quest to run the world, Monique competes in the 15K Eurasia Marathon in Istanbul. While rainy and lacking in spectators, she accomplishes a brag-worthy feat, running through two continents in one day.
“Occupy Berlin: We are the 99%” From Technosyncratic Travel
Submitted by Christy
In this timely photo post, Technosyncratic Travel share images captured at the Occupy Berlin protests. From police behavior to the words of protestors, the piece captures the at times confusing spirit of a movement cascading across the globe.
Don’t forget to leave your submission in the comment box below. You have until the end of the day of Friday to submit.
Great selection this week! Have a few new ones I have yet to read!
With this being Fall, I spent the weekend checking out the colors in Hope Valley and Markleeville California. Here are my photos for Hope Valley (and you can check out Markleeville as well)
http://www.budgettraveladventures.com/traveldestinations/fall-colors-in-northern-california-hope-valley-autumn-leaves/
Hey, Suzy! Great posts. Check out this one I wrote about Home Food in Italy…think you may like it. 🙂 http://theworldiscalling.com/2011/10/home-cooking-in-rome/#more-6662
I wish it was snowing here in WV-I am ready for that already. Thanks for sharing…..these look great!
Yo Suzy,
This Sunburned Coloradian turned Panamanian Gringo has a new tale for you discussing a new coping mechanism for long bus rides. Tell Denver Hello for me.
-Sunburned Gringo
woops… Here’s the post http://ilikegoingplaces.com/2011/10/25/this-bus-is-hot-cramped-and-terrible-but-it%e2%80%99s-better-than-being-sold-by-my-dad-in-afghanistan/
Hi Suzy,
Since I didn’t get this story done in time last week, I’m submitting it this week. Since it’s finished now, I may as well submit ‘early’ this week.
A night at the symphony with my mom last week set off a ‘trip down memory lane’ for me, which lead to me revealing who I really was before becoming a long-term world traveler…
http://www.lashworldtour.com/2011/10/night-at-symphony.html
Hey Suzy!
Here’s my submission for the week! A blogger-sourced list of “Signs You Might be an Impulsive Traveler”:
http://www.dangerous-business.com/2011/10/are-you-an-impulsive-traveler-2/
Hi Suzy,
Here’s our submission:
http://www.idelish.com/2011/08/14/tips-if-nothing-else-take-these-3-photographs-on-your-travels/
Thanks!
Oooh, that was handy. I’ve been looking for Berlin articles today and there’s one sat there in your chosen five from last week.
My submission this week is about our new site which we hope will be useful to people looking to volunteer abroad without paying exorbitant fees:
http://www.the-working-traveller.com/our-new-site-free-or-cheap-volunteer-work-abroad/
Hey Suzy!
We know how much love this stuff! Happy Halloween!
Six Places That Will Scare the Snot Out of You
http://www.gypsynester.com/scaryplaces.htm
I always love this feature. I get introduced to new blogs I’ve never heard of or known about each week. Here is my submission, a photoessay of the gorgeous Chora Church Museum in Istanbul:
http://www.a-sense-of-place.com/2011/10/a-photoessay-of-chora-church-museum-istanbul.html
Hi Suzy,
Here’s me getting over jet lag in Scotland: http://kelseyaileen.blogspot.com/2011/10/walk-to-carrick-scotland.html.
Thank you!
the romantic just posted about her favorites from amsterdam (and a few not-so-favorites!). picture- & advice-heavy post 🙂
http://thelazytravelers.com/2011/10/28/amsterdam-hits-misses/
xo!, the romantic & the wino
Hi Suzy! My sister was just in your area for her first-ever solo trip — I’m thinking of having her do a guest post on my blog.
Here’s my submission for the week!
http://thelifethatbroke.com/2011/10/spring-fever-in-hobart/
Hey Suzy, my submission is about my ongoing romance with travel but my reluctance to be a full time traveller “I’m sorry Travel I just can’t marry you!” http://www.evolutionofadreamer.com/blog/travel/im-sorry-travel-i-just-cant-marry-you/
Thanks 🙂
Hi Suzy:
My stay in a vintage 1940s Airstream trailer:
http://mccooltravel.wordpress.com/2011/10/28/travel-tip-fun-lodging-at-shady-dell-bisbee-arizona/
TY.
Hi Suzy! This is my recent interview with Emiel. I find his perspective inspiring. http://thisismyhappiness.com/?p=3466
Hi Suzy,
I would like to submit my article on having afternoon tea in Lincoln, England.
Thanks, here it is:
http://www.seemytravels.com/2011/10/29/afternoon-tea-a-very-english-pastime/