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Items that locals may find helpful or of interest — travelers tell how they went about leaving contributions of various types in countries they visited (2 of 2)
Karen Heady reading “The Cat in the Hat” to children at the Dickey Orphanage in Lhasa, Tibet. Photo by Rod Smith
Items that locals may find helpful or of interest — travelers tell how they went about leaving contributions of various types in countries they visited (1 of 2)
Looking your best while taking the minimum, or making the most out of what you pack (3 of 3)

We asked subscribers to write in about any impressive, fascinating, historical or memorable natural caves worth visiting that are outside of the USA. Your letter was to include the cave’s name and location (contact info or general directions) and when you were there. In addition to describing the place and telling what you found noteworthy about it, we wanted to know how accessible it was plus any visitor restrictions or requirements, the best time to visit, any entry fee, etc., and...

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We’re wrapping up our series on attending concerts, recitals, stage productions or music or dance performances outside of the US. The goal was to learn how travelers find out about and obtain tickets to any special events that are taking place and to, perhaps, inspire you to attend a performance of some sort in whatever country you’re visiting. 

A multitude of letters were received, and we printed the first batch in the October 2011 issue, with others published...

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Apps mentioned in the article
Travelers who use mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablet computers, describe the software programs they have found to be most useful for trip planning and while on the road
The rewards of NOT trying to get by without checking a bag (1 of 2 on packing)
What novels or texts best enhance visits to particular destinations?