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Troublemakers embrace ideas and things that most of us never even consider. They stir things up and make you look at the world from a completely new angle. Why? Because sometimes, a little trouble can be a lot of fun.

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Insider Voyaging

Want to see a country from the inside out? Meet Jim Kane of Culture Xplorers, a company that's changing the way Americans think about traveling abroad.

Posted on February 20, 2006

Play

Skiing Sans Skis

Sledding isn't just for kids anymore. Whether you're gliding downhill in a cardboard car or on an inflated rubber vehicle, there's no denying it: Sometimes the best way to go through life is sitting down.

Posted on February 20, 2006

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Edible Insects

Chocolate-covered ants? Cricket snacks? Stir-fried worms? Turns out that gross-out food is "in." Not ready to eat worms just yet? We found some options for more squeamish experimenters as well.

Posted on February 20, 2006

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Rock School

If you know where to go, you can learn barre chords and practice mosh-pit surfing without ever having to give up your day job. Rock-and-roll camps give music lovers a taste of what it'd be like to be a real rock star.

Posted on February 20, 2006

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Eat, Drink, and Shop

At Him, a Chicago boutique for men, reluctant shoppers are lured into the store by a prominently placed Foosball table, free beer, and a collection of vintage men's magazines. At this and other multi-tasking shops, the products might not be free, but the fun is complimentary.

Posted on February 20, 2006