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18 Photos from Winter XGames That Will Make You Wish You Were There

February 4, 2015 by Matt

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I was invited by Skype to join their team of Moment Makers for their #SkypeXGames campaign. They flew me down to Aspen and put me up for four days during the XGames and all they asked was that I go share my experience on social media, along with their other Moment Makers, halfpipe ski legend Jen Hudak and former pro snowboarder Jesse Csincsak, using their #SkypeXGames hastag.

It was epic.

We spent the three days hanging out in the VIP lounge, meeting Jesse’s and Jen’s athlete friends, and going to the after concerts. You can read my story about the trip on the Skype blog here.

I also managed to get a media pass so I could get into all the best spots to take photos. Here are the 18 best that got during the event.

I’m Going to the X-Games in Aspen with Skype

September 14, 2015January 20, 2015 by Matt

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Then, after that, I’ll be snowboarding across the Western USA. I’ll talk more about that later.

First, the X-Games.

One of the perks of being a blogger is that every once in a while you receive an email with a random opportunity that makes your day.

Two weeks ago I sat down at my computer with a cup of coffee first thing in the morning, opened my inbox, and found an email from Skype offering to send me to the X-Games in Aspen as part of their Skype Moments campaign.

My Favorite Travel Gear of 2014

September 14, 2015December 31, 2014 by Matt

I’ve always been a bit of a minimalist. I rarely buy new equipment if I am able make do with what I have for ethical as well as economic reasons. But, the more I travel, the more important my travel gear becomes to me.

Over the past few years I’ve been lucky enough to have started receiving gear for review from companies — often things that I could never afford. I’ve also become much more calculated in my purchases and have gradually refined my travel kit, swapping out second-rate pieces of gear for top-notch ones. It’s had an enormous effect on the quality of my travels.

Make Screening A Breeze This Winter

September 14, 2015November 27, 2014 by Matt

The weather outside may be frightful, but travelling this winter can be delightful! Whether you’re packing for a winter wonderland with the kids or escaping the cold, these tips from the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) will make airport security a breeze.

PTBA ITB Asia Panel 2014

August 4, 2015October 28, 2014 by Matt

This page has information about the Professional Travel Bloggers Association presentation at ITB Asia 2014, and also all the information you need to make an appointment with me (Matt Gibson), as I am offering free consultations to anyone who would like them during the conference. I look forward to hearing from you!

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This $47,720 Ski Vacation Sweepstakes is Way Over the Top

October 15, 2014October 15, 2014 by Matt

The winner and a guest get a ski vacation to Vail…and Chile.

They also get new skis, outwear, and more.

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This is just over the top. I don’t think I’ve ever actually seen a ski vacation giveaway this big.

It includes two ski vacations (one in the USA and one in Chile) as well as sweet outerwear, skis, resort stays, and more. No purchase is required.

LAN Airlines, Vail Resorts, Tourismo Chile, Adventure.travel, Wagner Custom Skis, and Helly Hanson have teamed up to create the Peak Seasons sweepstakes.

A Ride Through Taroko Gorge, Taiwan [VIDEO]

February 20, 2015August 19, 2014 by Matt

Taroko Gorge, Taiwan is an enormous cavernous gorge (over 2000 feet long and 200 feet tall) carved out of the mountains on Taiwan’s East Coast over several millennia by the Liwu River. A highway follows the gorge, which is also criss-crossed with some of the country’s most spectacular hiking trails. The best way to see … Read more

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