The Radar: Choose Your Own Adventure Company, Cool Places to Stay in Britain, Ethiopian Food 101

• Do your homework the next time you’re booking a trip with an adventure travel company or guide. Here are questions to ask, certifications to look for, and other precautions to take before selecting an outfitter. [Gadling]

• New and unique lodgings are popping up all over Britain like the 1950s caravan in Isle of Wight that has visitors staying in vintage digs complete with crocheted throws and Formica chairs. [Guardian]

• A delicious introduction to Ethiopian food. [Go Backpacking]

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