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Eight New Expeditions for 2020 Designed to Give You Wanderlust
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We're knocking a couple of epic trips off of our wish list in 2020. These will be our first true expeditions. We've found these and more for you to look forward to if you enjoy getting out into nature to explore remote places that feature amazing wildlife, interesting culture and history and a wide array of fun activities to keep you on the go. Check out our story to find where you can go next year.


Our Guide to the Best Craft Beer and Burger Bars in Las Vegas
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There's just something great about the combination of a juicy burger, flavorful craft beer and sports on the TV that makes us happy. We've discovered a batch of great restaurants offering amazing food and beers in friendly and festive environments. Check out some of these cool craft beer and burger bars on your next Vegas trip.
Travel Gear Review: Meet My New Favorite Piece of Luggage, a Rolling Duffel Bag
Viking Sun Seeks World Record with New 245-Day World Cruise
UnCruise Adventures Offers New Expeditions in Colombia, Belize and Guatemala
Video Feature: Celebrity Edge: A Full Tour of the New Ship

Travel Tips

11 Easy Ways to Save
for a Cruise Vacation

Want some simple ways to save some extra bucks to put toward a bonus cruise? You betcha! In The Loop Travel is always looking for little tips and tricks to put more into our travel fund. Check out 11 tried-and-true methods we have used to afford that extra time on the high seas or anywhere else you want to go

Nine Expert Tips
for First-Time Cruisers

I have a pretty well-established cruise routine these days, but I sure wish I had done a little more research before those first few sailings. Luckily for you, the mistakes I made can help you have a better first cruise. Use these tips and tricks, and you'll be a cruise superstar on your very first sailing.

How to Pack Like a Pro
for Your Next Cruise 

We are constantly seeking new ways to make our little cabins as comfy and efficient as we can on our cruise vacations. Over the years, we have learned new ways to make it work. Check out some of our top packing tips and tricks – some less-than-obvious-items – to help you stretch out in your cruise ship cabin.

Train to Travel: 5 Easy Exercises
to Solve Common Travel Challenges

Hoisting and hauling luggage. Maneuvering in tight airplane aisles. Sitting in cramped seats for hours on end. Yes, these can take a toll and put you at risk of injury. My simple guide can help keep you in peak travel shape. Check it out, and work these moves into your weekly routine.
  Hi everyone! I'm John, the Adventurer in Chief here at In The Loop Travel.
  We love hiking, biking, running, cruising, snorkeling and almost anything else you can throw at us.
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