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Race through South America on the Inca Rally

Inca Rally

Of all the trips we took in the last few decades, our 4-month jaunt through South America was definitely one of the most action-packed journeys we’ve taken. With the world’s biggest rainforest, second highest mountain range and some of the most remote and exotic islands in the world; it is a continent built for adventure. [...]

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Now on Sale: WildJunket Magazine Summer Special Issue (Jun/Jul2012)

Just as the sizzling heat sets in, this Summer Special issue of WildJunket Magazine inspires with a host of stories from the tropics: with our cover feature on island-hopping in the Philippines, sailing the Darién Gap from Colombia to Panama and a comprehensive travel guide on Turkey. Contributing Editor Candace Rose Rardon has just returned from walking the [...]

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3 Months of Travel in Photos

haotic traffic, sizzling tropical heat, bustling street food stalls, megamalls alongside residential neighborhoods: this is Bangkok, one of the craziest – and most seductive cities in the world. We’re currently in the Thai capital, preparing for the annual Songkran festival (or Thai New Year). It’s been almost three months since we left our home base [...]

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Traveling Solo vs Traveling with a Partner

freedom of traveling solo

This is a sponsored guest post by Federico Mendez. lthough it’s something of a brave decision to take, traveling solo is both an exciting and liberating experience that allows us to learn more about the world at our own pace. Mark Twain once said, “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow mindedness.” This is even more [...]

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Tips for First-Time Travelers in Asia

Rice fields

This is a guest post by Jemima Lopez. Planning on trekking through the world’s largest continent? Asian countries are rich with cultures that have existed long before many western countries were even formed, and there is a wealth of opportunity to see and experience parts of this heritage as you travel in the region. But [...]

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WildJunket Magazine Now Available in Print

WildJunket Magazine February/March 2012

We’re very stoked to announce that WildJunket Magazine is now available in print via Magcloud! Since the launch of our magazine, many readers have asked if the magazine will be sold at physical newstands. While our magazine was designed and created as a digital publication, we want to explore other possibilities as well. So we’ve [...]

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WildJunket Magazine Issue #2 on Sale Now!

Two months have whizzed by so quickly – the second issue of WildJunket Magazine is already here! This issue has a special focus on Africa - with a cover feature from our recent trip to Madagascar, a photo essay of the Big Five in Tanzania by professional photographer Peter West Carey, and a story on gorilla [...]

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Igloo DIY Adventure

With its lofty snow mountains, the Austrian Alps can be a little intimidating for the first-time mountaineer. We venture into the white to learn some survival skills – and enjoy a little fun in the snow. by Lea Hajner | Originally published in WildJunket Magazine February/March 2012 wo degrees Celsius. Brrrr. My gloves dripped with ice cold water and [...]

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7 Trips for Sports Lovers Around the World

world cup

Nothing brings the world together like sports: they give you a sense of pride and provide an opportunity to come together with other fans to support your favorite player  and teams. Sports has been around for ages and has evolved along with the world, but what hasn’t changed is the fact that we all desire [...]

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World’s Greatest Adrenaline-Pumping Activities

Sick of your 9-to-5 job? Even a weekend trip is not giving you the kick you need in life? Perhaps it’s time to inject some crazy adventure in your travels. Traveling can allow you to experience a new culture and learn about other countries, but it’s also a great opportunity to kick back, go crazy [...]

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WildJunket Magazine Issue #1 on Sale Now!

The first issue of WildJunket Magazine is finally here! We’ve packed our  inaugural issue with a special collection of epic journeys – from the polar extreme to the hot sizzling deserts within. Our cover story transports you to the Arctic – where I bring you along on my journey through the Svalbard archipelago in Norway onboard an expedition [...]

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WildJunket Magazine out on 16 January 2012!

I’m psyched to announce that we’re officially launching WildJunket Magazine next Monday, 16th January 2012. It will be on sale here - where you can subscribe and get the magazine delivered to your mailbox as a downloadable PDF and an online flipbook. The iOS and Android versions will be available via our magazine partner, Magzter. A preview of each issue [...]

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2012: The Year of the Gap Year?

This is a guest post by James Cave. With a job market that’s still somewhat unstable to say the least, it’s hardly surprising that so many people are considering grabbing the chance to widen their horizons and pick up some new skills on a gap year at the moment. In fact, the trend is so [...]

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2011: My Year in Pictures

2011 is a year that I’ll always remember – not just for the epic journeys, but also for the amazing people I’ve met and the major milestones in my life. I’ve been extremely lucky on the travel end – with trips to the Arctic, Madagascar and South Africa – places I’d dreamt of visiting for a [...]

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7 Up-and-Coming Adventure Destinations for 2012

2012 is quickly approaching and it’s time to start planning for the new year. With the Olympics and other events happening around the world, 2012 promises to be an extraordinary year for many of us. In 2011, we saw many off-the-radar destinations emerging in the travel scene, such as Zimbabwe and Ukraine. In the new year, major sporting, cultural and …

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