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The Ultimate Wanderlust Wishlist: Top 15 Gifts for Travelers

Alex — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 12:21:47 +0000

Are you on the hunt for the perfect gift for that friend who’s always jetting off to explore new horizons, collecting passport stamps like they’re going out of style? Well, fret not, fellow gift-giver, because we’ve curated a list of 15 travel-inspired presents that are sure to make any globe-trotter happy. From ingenious gadgets to stylish accessories, these top travel gifts are not just for…

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Exploring the 10 Most Expensive Countries to Travel In

Alex — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 09:48:23 +0000

Traveling the world is a dream shared by many, but it’s essential to plan your adventures wisely, especially if you’re on a budget. While there are plenty of destinations that offer affordable experiences, some countries can be quite expensive. In this article, we’ll explore the ten most expensive countries to travel in and delve into the reasons behind their hefty price tags.

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Japan’s Snow Monkeys Soaking in Hot Springs

Alex — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 15:02:03 +0000

There is no better place to see the snow monkeys than in Jigokudani Monkey Park in Yamanouchi, Japan. During the day Japanese macaques (snow monkeys), native to Japan, descend from the steep hills of Joshin’etsukogen National Park to chill in the hot springs in the valley below and go back to the forest at night. But while these snow monkeys are wild, they come to this exact spot for a reason: the…

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13 Places to Visit and Things to Do in Tokyo

Alex — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 17:40:13 +0000

Robot cafes, most Michelin starred restaurants in the world, little alleys filled with izakayas serving mouthwatering gyozas, futuristic skyscrapers, and vending machines on every corner selling from sake to panties – that’s Tokyo. A mind blowing Japanese capital with the Shinjuku train station that serves more than 3.6 million passengers per day and a city that 14 million people call home (38…

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A Quick Guide to Visiting Lima, Peru

Alex — Sat, 18 Apr 2020 11:55:07 +0000

Situated on the Pacific coast lies one of the largest South American cities – Lima. It is often seen a stopover point on the way to explore Machu Picchu, but it is definitely worth spending a few days there to enjoy everything it has to offer. Weather-wise, the best time to visit Lima…

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Spanish Dancing Horses, Sherry and Flamenco in Jerez

Alex — Sat, 11 Apr 2020 11:45:59 +0000

Jerez de la Frontera (or just Jerez) is often overlooked as a travel destination, even though it has just as much to offer as other better known places in Andalucia, Spain. It is most famous for its horses, sherry and flamenco. And not coincidentally, the two most important festivals are Feria del Caballo (or Jerez Horse Fair) and Feria de la Vendimia (Grape Harvest Fair).If you like horses…

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Boats Full of Papayas in Mekong Delta

Alex — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 15:52:01 +0000

The main reason we went to Can Tho in Vietnam was to explore the floating markets in Mekong Delta. In town, we got to try some local beer bottled in metal cylinders and the food was great (as everywhere in Vietnam), but the floating markets were still the highlight. We arranged a boat tour with a couple of English speaking students a night before and set off to meet them before dawn the next…

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Origins of Coffee in Boquete and How to Get There

Alex — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 15:19:31 +0000

Surrounded by lush nature, a quiet town of Boquete is mostly famous for two things – coffee plantations and as a place to retire for Americans. We went there for the first one. Situated 1,200 metres (3,900 ft) above sea level, Boquete is cooler than the rest of Panama and it is a great place to enjoy nature. Rafting, hiking, hot springs – here you can find it all. It is also home to Barú Volcano…

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