The Radar: Hot Air Balloon Rides, New iPhone 4S Features, Break Past Language Barriers

• See spectacular sky-high views of your next destination without an airplane. Enjoy one of the world’s best hot air balloon rides. [Frommer’s]

• No iPhone 5 yet, but the iPhone 4S has improved features that could benefit you on your next trip. Look for a better camera, higher resolution video, and a voice assistant that can help you find local restaurants and pull up a world clock. [Jaunted]

• Don’t speak the language? Use these tips to navigate your way around an unfamiliar city without speaking the local dialect. [Matador Network]

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