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Travel Reads - 9 November, 2018 Edition

James Clark
Nov 9, 2018
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A weekly newsletter of great travel reads and news by James Clark from Nomadic Notes.


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No new posts this week as I am still travelling about. I’m back in my official home city of Melbourne, and heading back to my adopted home city of Saigon next week.

Travel Reads

The Rise, Fall, and Restoration of the Kingdom of Bicycles

“The humble bicycle has returned in force to China’s cities—this time not as a symbol of socialist glory but as a proxy of wealthy elites yearning for a post-material sharing society.”

Why I Quit Being an Adventurer to Become an Accountant

“Last month, I qualified as a Chartered Accountant. After three years and 15 exams, I am now chartered in my chosen profession. You will note that my profession is not “adventurer”.”

An Interesting Fact About Every London Tube Station

“We’ve compiled a list with one interesting fact about every London Tube Station, including stations that were hit by tornadoes, have direct trains to China, had all-female staff, and more…”

Great Aircraft Designs Ruined By Accountants

“Remember when Boeing marketed its Dreamliner as a luxurious and spacious new aircraft that would end jet lag? Sadly, airlines got greedy.”

Milan's high-rise Vertical Forest takes root

“MIlan’s high-rise Vertical Forest has taken root and, now, five years after its official opening, the buildings are a testament to sustainable living.”

African cities are becoming tourist hotspots

“Africa’s surprising urban gems shouldn’t be surprising at all.”

Travel Interviews

Tony Wheeler on travel

“Who wrote the first travel guide and how did we go from Lonely Planet to overtourism?”

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Back in Melbourne for a visit.

Back in Melbourne for a visit.

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