It is State of Origin time again in Australia where massive hulks of men smash into each other unpadded at high speed while the rest of Australia stands around in bars with beers in their hand. Here's what you need to know as a traveler.

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If you're a backpacker on a limited budget, cities can be the most expensive places to visit.

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Oktoberfest Beer Festivals   Munich’s legendary Oktoberfest 2008 is just one week away. I’ve never known why Oktoberfest takes place in September.  The story goes that the first Oktoberfest was held way back in 1810 in honor of the Bavarian Crown Prince’s marriage.  The festivities were so massive that...

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