The Independent Traveler is an interactive traveler's exchange and comprehensive online travel guide for a community of travelers who enjoy the fun of planning their own trips and the adventure of independent travel. You can access our wealth of travel resources and great bargains here at www.independenttraveler.com, or at BargainBox.com. The Independent Traveler debuted on America Online in 1990 and quickly established its credentials as an authoritative Internet resource for objective travel information. Over the past 18 years, The Independent Traveler has developed a loyal following and a devoted online community as it has expanded to include extensive worldwide travel bargains, travel advice, recommendations for your next trip, and the chance to write trip reports about your travel experiences.