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Seven Things to See in Colombia
Once a dangerous country that was largely cut off from tourism, today Colombia is an increasingly popular destination. With a rich history and culture, and an incredibly diverse landscape that spans snow-capped peaks, lush jungles […]
How to Spend One Day in San José, Costa Rica
Whether San José is your final destination, or you’re just passing through on your way to the jungle or beach, the capital of Costa Rica offers plenty of things to see and do. San José […]
Bird’s Eye View of Dubrovnik, Croatia
If you enjoy an incredible setting with a far-reaching history, you will love Dubrovnik, Croatia the second you enter. The old city is a walled, medieval area that is UNESCO World Heritage certified and a […]
Karen Blixen’s Famed Farm
“I had a farm in Africa.” So begins the 1985 film Out of Africa, with what may be the most famous 15 seconds in American film. What follows is a sweeping epic that spans some […]
Brazil is Dropping Visa Requirement for US Citizens This Summer
This week, the government in Brazil reported that citizens of the United States, Canada, Japan and Australia no longer need a visa to enter this South American country. This change will go into effect on […]
Take a Walk Around Dubrovnik, Literally
To understand the civilized nature of those who governed the Republic of Ragusa—as the city of Dubrovnik was known from 1358 to 1808—look no further than the city’s motto. In Latin, it read, “Non bene […]
Uzbekistan: Central Asia’s Magnificent Center of Culture and History
“Yol boisin.” It’s an Uzbek saying that may well date back to the days of the Silk Road, when traders departed along crude desert and mountain byways carting spices, perfumes, jewels and textiles to far-off […]
Pure and Natural Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland
Gullfoss Waterfall is the most popular waterfall in Iceland and originates from Hvítá, a glacial river that takes melt water from the Langjökull Glacier! This melt water cascades down in two stages, one 36 feet […]
Getting Back to Nature in Banff, Alberta
Banff, Alberta is located in Western Canada nestled among the Rocky Mountains and located about an hour and a half outside of Calgary.
Top 7 Affordable United States Locations
(Pictured above: Boston Public Gardens) Some travelers think that it is a must to get out of the country to see sites that are unforgettable, but we have some magnificent ones in our own backyard! […]
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