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[Updated 1/14/2020] The other day, during a conversation about the places we've traveled to and would never re-visit, we were flabbergasted when a friend suggested that a Costa Rica vacation had Keep Reading
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Located in Southeast Asia near Malaysia and Indonesia, the 7,641 Philippines islands are jaw-droppingly gorgeous, with idyllic ocean views, dynamic karst landscapes, and immense biodiversity. This Keep Reading
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[Updated 12/4/2019] When visiting a major metropolis like Cancun, it's easy to forget that the area known as the Yucatan Peninsula was once the heart of the mighty Maya empire. But the Keep Reading
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As frequent travelers who aren't into long-distance trekking, a good travel daypack is arguably the most important piece of travel gear we take on our trips. After all, once we reach our Keep Reading
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I've dreamed of visiting a place like Doune Castle, Scotland ever since I was a boy. It started when I was 13, after I was cast in a theatrical production of Excalibur! The Story of Young King Keep Reading
30 Facts About The Mongolian Horse (a.k.a Przewalski’s Horse or Takhi)
Almost everywhere you go around the world, horses are a source of great wonder and intrigue. They're often depicted as the embodiment of freedom, galloping through wide open spaces with impressive Keep Reading
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[Updated 11/3/2019] I cried tears of joy when we visited Jordan's ancient city of Petra, not long after we ascended a secret trail to a cliff looking down on the world-renowned Petra Treasury. I Keep Reading
The 15 Best Camping Tents for Families
Growing up in a lower-middle class family in Atlanta, we didn't really have the money to take vacations. In fact, I don't remember anyone in our working class neighborhood doing much traveling. So, Keep Reading
The Culture of Myanmar: History & Traditions of Myanmar People
Travelers who visit Myanmar are sure to be immediately struck by the richness of the country's culture. The culture of Myanmar can be both seen– thanks to the plethora of beautiful pagodas Keep Reading
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Starting in 2021, all U.S. citizens traveling to Europe will need to apply for a visa waiver called an ETIAS. This new travel authorization system is primarily designed to improve safety in Keep Reading
