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5 Things to Know About Costa Rica

5 Things to Know About Costa Rica

Costa Rica has become one the top countries backpackers and eco-tourists love to visit.  It’s no surprise that this country’s natural diversity has made it one of the world’s most popular destinations to have active adventures like whitewater rafting, hiking, canyoning, caving, and other activities.  Even though Costa Rica is one of the most popular [...]

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Deciding where to go on your RTW

Deciding where to go on your RTW

This is the second post on a RTW planning series. You have the inspiration to do a RTW, right?  Why not turn it into something tangible and real by starting the planning stage?!  This is the overwhelming stage, as you’re going to be digging into books, blogs, articles, guides, and websites that have all the [...]

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5 Urban Things To Experience In Boston

5 Urban Things To Experience In Boston

Boston, the unofficial capital of New England, is a city with a prominent American colonial history.  Along with its numerous historical landmarks and museums, Boston is home to a wide variety of restaurants, stores, and public parks – with the Charles River Esplanade being one of the best parks in the city.  Of great importance [...]

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Johannesburg’s Hundred Faces

Johannesburg’s Hundred Faces

This is a guest post by Nazeli K. Kyuregyan. Few African cities display such striking contrasts as Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa. Idyllic residential areas, shining malls and business districts thrive next to vast townships with no running water and electricity. The discovery of gold in 1886 transformed the small town into today’s multi-faced metropolis. As [...]

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Natural pools at Semuc Champey, Guatemala

Semuc Champey: A Taste of Paradise

How can I describe this place without using the words unbelievably impressive…  screw it, this place is unbelievably impressive! Often described as one of the most beautiful places in Guatemala, Semuc Champey is a natural wonder 11km south of the Q’eqchi’ Maya town of Lanquín.  Semuc Champey, which means, “where the river hides under the [...]

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Hawaii: Beyond the Stereotype

Hawaii: Beyond the Stereotype

This is a guest post by Nazeli K. Kyuregyan Heavenly beaches and orchid leis, aloha-shirted tourists and film-star mansions, handsome surfers and hula dancers are just a few of the most common Hawaiian stereotypes. But, as with most stereotypes, they only depict a tiny part of the truth. Some essential Hawaiian vocabulary will help you [...]

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Guide to Copan Ruinas

Guide to Copan Ruinas

Copan Ruinas, located just 1km northwest of Honduras’ most famous Maya site, is a charming little town with cobblestone streets, white and yellowish adobe buildings, and red-tile roofs. It is tucked away in the mystical mountains of western Honduras, where you can feel its relaxed and peaceful vibe though its sceneries and town beauty. Walking [...]

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Meet the Unconventional Mallorca

Meet the Unconventional Mallorca

This is a guest post by Nazeli K. Kyuregyan. Today, in the minds of young people, the name ‘Mallorca’ suggests nothing more than clubbing, cocktails and beach parties. Still, just a few decades ago, that same place inspired artists and composers, kings and explorers. Fortunately, the tourist craze has not extinguished Mallorca’s original charms, so, if [...]

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A Guide To The City Of Las Vegas

A Guide To The City Of Las Vegas

This is a guest post by Iain Miller. Are you planning a trip to Las Vegas and wondering what it’s like? Las Vegas is an adult playground with 24-hour gambling, fabulous restaurants, many shops, fabulous shows, lots of attractions, and very interesting architecture. It’s a lot of fun and can be overwhelming. If you’re not [...]

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San Pedro Sula, I Tried to Make the Best of You

San Pedro Sula, I Tried to Make the Best of You

Before arriving to San Pedro Sula I did my research to know what I could do and visit while there. The best I can say is that it didn’t turn out to be too promising.  Apparently, this city is just a transit hub and travelers flee from it as soon as they can. This was [...]

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