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Pro Travel Tip #1

A desert landscape at sunrise with text overlay: Pro Travel Tip—Smile. No matter where you are, a smile is universal; it opens doors, encourages positive interactions with locals, and helps ease bureaucratic challenges.

 

Remember not to take travel so serious – smile! 

My best,

Scott Brady
Publisher 

 

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Christophe Noel is a journalist from Prescott, Arizona. Born into a family of backcountry enthusiasts, Christophe grew up backpacking the mountains and deserts of the American West. An avid cyclist and bikepacker, he also has a passion for motorcycles, travel, food and overlanding.