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World Music: The Soundtrack of Travel

Cranking up some foreign tunes is like experiencing the world through your stereo speakers: It’s a great way gain insight into another culture, and it can help you stay motivated and travel-focused when you’re stuck behind a desk. My go-to source for world music is my Dutch friend Linde, who is quite possibly the most cosmopolitan person I know (Linde: Jaga Jazzist was life-altering). Friends’ recommendations aside, there are plenty of destinations on the Web that offer a playlist of the world’s best.