Author: Norbert Figueroa

Norbert is an architect from Puerto Rico with the goal of visiting all 195 UN Recognized countries. He's been traveling long-term since 2011, looking for the best adventures out there, learning about new cultures, and visiting way off-the-beaten-path destinations.

Deciding Where To Go on Your Round the World Trip

Planning a round the world trip can be overwhelming but by knowing where to start and what to keep in mind to can be something more manageable to achieve.

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Lubaantun and the Crystal Skull

As seen in the last Indiana Jones movie, crystal skulls exist, and there’s one in Lubaantun, Belize. But, are they real? How are they connected to the Mayas?

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How to Plan a Round The World Trip

Planning a round the world (RTW) trip conveys a lot of things, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. But before you plan, you need one thing; Inspiration.

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What a Day in a Maya Community Can Do

The Maya home-stay program in San Jose Village in Belize gives a great way to experience the daily life of a modern-day Maya Community, but what you get from it is much more than just a quick cultural glimpse.

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Visiting the Lamanai Maya Ruins

The Lamanai Maya Ruins is one of the most impressive Maya ruins in Belize as its history spans longer than any other Maya ruins. See how you can visit it.

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Photo Essay: Exploring Machu Picchu, Peru

The ruins of Machu Picchu are one of the most stunning new wonders of the world. This photo essay shows a few of my favorite sights in Machu Picchu.

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18 Tips to Hike the Inca Trail Like an Experienced Hiker

Hiking the Inca Trail is a true challenge, especially for novice hikers, but here are a few tips that will help you hike the Inca Trail like a pro.

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Machu Picchu: How To Get the Most Out of Your Visit

Machu Picchu, one of the greatest ruins in the world, offers a great experience to visitors. Yet, we can enhance our time there beyond the typical tour.

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How to Spend the Best 24 Hours In Vancouver, British Columbia

Vancouver is a city that requires more than a day to explore, but here are the main things you can do if you only have 24 hours in Vancouver.

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