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Share The Article Lisbon is one of the world's most sought-after digital nomad destinations, owing to its pleasant weather, rich culture, and thriving expat scene. However, there's no denying that there's growing animosity among...
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The wide array of places that are great in January may surprise you. If that’s your time frame for a trip, take inspiration from your fellow travelers’ reviews of their favorite January...
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River cruising in Europe is one of those delightfully slow and easy modes of travel. You're in a small floating hotel, gliding through calm inland waters past castles, vineyards and scenery that...
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Burgau is the Algarve’s best-kept secret. After finding Carvoeiro to be more like a tourist resort than the quaint fishing village we had hoped for, we feared that all of Portugal’s beaches...
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Scuba diving in El Salvador: Discover volcanic crater lakes with thermal vents, Pacific Ocean shipwrecks, and interesting marine life.El Salvador is one of Central America’s surfing meccas, and while it’s typically what...
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Share The Article Last Updated 38 seconds agoWhile most Americans venturing south of the border will find themselves in Cancun, Cabo, or Mexico City, there's another historic city that's becoming far easier...
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Share The Article Have you had enough of the crazy world of politics back home, or you're simply craving a break from the gloomy weather and monotonous suburban life? Man, we feel...
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Piran is a picturesque town on Slovenia’s Adriatic coast. Often overlooked by travellers heading to Lake Bled, this little coastal town doesn’t always make it onto Slovenia itineraries — but it absolutely...
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Hear about travel to off-the-beaten-track regions of Colombia as the Amateur Traveler talks to Justin Barnes about multi-color rivers, granite monoliths, giant palm trees, and deserts. Why should you go to these...
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Share The Article We all know Spain for its scenic Mediterranean coast, interspersed with vibrant resort cities and hugged by crystal-clear seas, but if you've been to the Iberian country in the...
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Share The Article Last Updated 46 seconds agoThe good news for Americans visiting Europe is they no longer need a travel permit to visit…for now. Bad news is much of Europe can...
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A region lost to time in the jungles of Colombia has won one of travel's biggest honors — but how? Earning a coveted spot on the New York Times list of 52...
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Kefalonia, cradled by the azure waters of the Ionian Sea, is a Greek island like no other. With its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, it has long drawn travelers seeking...
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Known for its incredible natural beauty, tropical beaches, safety, and positive and chilled lifestyle, Costa Rica is probably Central America’s most popular holiday destination. When you’re traveling there for the first time,...
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The trouble with Australia is that there’s just so much of it – an island that thinks it’s a continent. Dispel any notions that Australia is all big red rocks and sizzling...
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Share The Article Last Updated 1 min agoDid you know that over half of Americans still don't have a passport? That's a huge number of potential adventurers missing out on incredible destinations!...
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Tucked up against the borders of Austria and Slovenia, Friuli Venezia Giulia is not only one of Italy’s hardest-to-pronounce regions, but one of its least-visited.Far removed from the crowds that throng Florence,...
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Everything you need to plan a successful trip to Bakuriani Ski Resort. Bakuriani is one of four government-run winter resorts in Georgia – the other three being Gudauri, Mestia and Goderdzi. It...
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A complete guide to the best alternative things to do in Bakuriani ski resort off the ski slopes. The oldest of Georgia’s four developed winter resorts, Bakuriani is a mecca for skiers...
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I am a little bit obsessed with decaying beauty, faded grandeur, and the feeling of nostalgia that old buildings evoke. This is a big part of why I have chosen Georgia as...
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