This book is about travel – not tourism per se, but travel – responsible, ecological and personal-growth travel; the kind of travel that benefits both the visitor and the visited. Leading travel expert Adam Rogers draws upon 40 years of experience exploring more than 130 countries in every region on Earth to share the smartest ways to travel in this tip-filled guide. The Intrepid Traveler is part travelogue, part travel guide—to anywhere.Whether a budget traveler or Fortune 500 jetsetter, whether you are 18 or 80 years old and travel with a backpack, a duffel bag or a suitcase, this book has the inside scoop on how to navigate the often-perplexing world of travel, with detailed advice on: AirlinesGround transportationCulture shockLearning languagesEcotourismPilgrimagesTravel photographyHotels and alternative lodgingStaying connectedPassports, visas and red tapeAvoiding troubleStaying healthyFinding workAnd much, much more Full of recommendations, real-life anecdotes, and answers to the most common questions about travel, this book is a must-read for anyone traveling anywhere.