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The gateway to South America reveals a cultural odyssey of community spirit, coastal adventure, untamed wilderness and urban diversion… By Doug Wallace “What’s the best place you’ve ever been?” People frequently ask...
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Hey! I'm Spencer, and I recently traveled throughout several places in England, both solo and in a group. It was a truly incredible yet daunting experience, and I learned a lot more...
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Everything you need to know about visiting Mount Khvamli, an easy day hike near Kutaisi, Georgia. When I first moved to Kutaisi in 2021, I had a perfect view of Khvamli Mountain’s...
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Looking for an easy Azerbaijan itinerary to see the best of the country in one week? This guide pulls together the best things to do in Azerbaijan for first-time visitors. Detailed transportation...
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‘Remote worker’ and ‘digital nomad’ are two trending buzzwords in the business world. Though it’s easy to clump them together, there are slight distinctions. A digital nomad is a remote worker who’s...
Oh, Tokyo, where do we begin? The energetic Japanese capital is where modernity blends with the past and shines as a beacon of the country’s post-war revival.Tokyo often gets a bad rap for...
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The ultimate list of the best day trips from Kutaisi, Georgia by a Kutaisi expat – including popular day tours and alternative excursions, complete with transport info. With high mountains to the...
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Are you getting ready for your first adventure on your own and wondering what the best destinations for solo female travelers are? Look no further! Solo traveling is a beautiful gift. I’ve...
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Discover the best surfing in Central America, from Guatemala’s hidden gems to Costa Rica’s iconic surf towns.This article contains links to Amazon, from which, as an Amazon Associate, this website will earn...
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Are you planning an international trip to climb Mount Kilimanjaro or do a safari in Africa? Or perhaps you’re heading to a Costa Rican jungle to zipline, raft or see some monkeys....
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Despite its monarchically lavished cities, alpine villages at the foot of gondola-gliding peaks, and enchanting lakeside hangouts, you don’t need pockets as deep as an emperor to enjoy Austria. Much like its Western...
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You’re not alone if you are looking for a spectacular place to visit in July. Around the world, it is a popular month for visiting a new country, because you’ll have some...
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Twelve years ago, I made the difficult decision to travel alone for the first time. I was so scared to do it, but looking back, taking that leap of faith changed my...
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When I quit my job as a credit cards editor to take a gap year backpacking across Europe, I had more than 350,000 credit card rewards points across four different rewards programs...
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If I had to choose, I’d say that Split is the best city in Croatia for digital nomads. It’s packed with things to see and do, there are plenty of other remote...
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Often overshadowed by its ever-popular neighbour Salento, sleepy Filandia – despite its colourful architecture, beautiful cafetera views and friendly locals – remains largely undiscovered by tourists. From world-class restaurants to secret waterfalls,...
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A video of a woman bringing her friend, who is seemingly accustomed to more luxurious forms of accommodation on holiday, to a hostel has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was posted by...
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The Netherlands is known for many things – sublime art, sustainability initiatives, glorious countryside – but low prices isn’t typically one of them (especially not in Amsterdam, with the capital ranking as...
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Mention the word Croatia, and Dubrovnik is probably the first city that springs to mind. I can’t blame you; this is one of my favorite cities in the world. Sure, it’s very...
