Meet Mark Hiss

Travel Writer

Mark Hiss is a published travel guide author and former editorial producer at World Nomads. He has contributed to the Frommer's Guide to San Diego.

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Alternative Spring Breaks: Go Traveling for Good

Alternative Spring Breaks involve volunteering your time in some way – and these are becoming very popular with students.

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39 Strange and Unexpected Laws Around the World

From wearing camouflage clothing to kissing on a train, there are some pretty obscure laws out there that defy common sense.

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Under-the-Radar International Spring Break Destinations

Sometimes the tried and true becomes the tired and trite, so instead of going to one of those same old Spring Break locations, why not snag some bragging rights this year and give one of these under-the-radar destinations a shot?

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Avoid Trouble This Spring Break With These Travel Tips

We promised your mom we’d publish some Spring Break safety information, so wherever you’re headed to Mexico or the Caribbean and beyond – here are some safety tips you can actually use.

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Hot Destinations and Travel trends for 2017

Where are the hot destinations for 2017 and what are the travel trends that are capturing everyone's interest? World Nomads looks at where to go in 2017.

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World Nomads BASE Jumping Cover Highlighted by Outside

Outside Magazine reports on the amazing story of a man seriously injured in a BASE jumping accident in Switzerland.

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6 Places to Go in November

Want to get away before the rush of Christmas and New Year's celebrations? Here are a few destinations to consider for November.

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6 Bugs Travelers in the United States Should Know About

Before you embark on a wilderness adventure while traveling in the USA, learn to protect yourself from these insects and bugs you may find along the way.

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4 of the Least-Visited National Parks in the USA

Seeking adventure but want to avoid crowds? These national parks and preserves in the United States offer plenty of natural beauty and lots of solitude.

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5 Lesser-known National Parks for Water Lovers in the USA

The crowds are scarce and the rewards plentiful at these 5 wet-and-wild destinations.

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Tipping in the USA: A Guide to Doing It Right

Here's how to keep your waiters, waitresses, bartenders and cab drivers happy, while also fighting wage inequality in the USA.

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Gun Crime in the USA: What Travelers Need to Know to Stay Safe

Despite the news reports on gun related violence, will you really see guns in the USA? What's the risk of being victim? We take a look at the situation.

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USA Road Trip Tips: Safety Advice You Need To Know

All about American roads: Speed limits, highways to avoid and other road safety tips for your big USA road trip. Know before you get behind the wheel.