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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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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
The Secret Petra Treasury Trail (The Ultimate Petra Tour)
[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 Ultimate Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica Travel Guide
We’re on a boat, speeding down a river in Tortuguero National Park towards our Tortuguero hotel, Mawamba Lodge. This pristine 77,000-acre protected area is at the heart of efforts to conserve the 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 Ultimate Rio Dulce, Guatemala Visitor’s Guide
The Dulce River, or “Sweet” River, is one of the most overlooked places to visit in Guatemala. Popular Guatemala attractions such as the colonial city of Antigua and the ancient ruins of Tikal Keep Reading
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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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It may be a cliché, but it's no understatement to say that Mountain Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda is truly the adventure of a lifetime. It's an incredible opportunity to spend an hour 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