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The Best of Sri Lanka: Two Week Itinerary for Culture, Coast, Mountains and Wildlife
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A Visitor's Guide to Aboriginal Heritage and Culture in the Kimberley
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As an American, I knew virtually nothing about Australia’s Aboriginal heritage when ventured Down Under for the first time. I had seen photos of …
The Gibb River Road: A Guide to Australia's Ultimate Outback Road Trip
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Are you thinking of taking a road trip through the Kimberley on the Gibb River Road? Good on ya – it’s an ambitious but rewarding undertaking that …
Wild pumas of Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
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Our second day in Corcovado National Park started with a 4.30am hike to the Sirena River in hopes of seeing tapirs taking a dip in the ocean. The …
30 Instagram Worthy Desserts In New York City
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On the hunt for the most Instagrammable places in NYC? Check out this guide to the most Instagram worthy dessert spots in town! New York City is known …
Uluru base walk: Getting up close with an Australian icon - Reading the Book
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If there is one iconic image of Australia, it has to be Uluru. This massive monolith, sitting in the heart of the continent, combines the drama of …
Fontainhas Walking Tour | Portuguese Architecture & Goan food - Two Together
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Our first instalment of Walkin’ It takes you on a walking tour of Fontainhas, popularly known as the ‘Latin Quarter’ of Panaji, a neighbourhood that …
Thinking of Doing the Washington, DC Embassy Tours? Here's What You Need to Know.
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One of the great things about living in Washington, DC is being among such an international community. All countries that the United States has …
A First-Timer's Guide to the Indy 500
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Confession: of all professional sports, racing is one of the few that I’ve never gotten into. I haven’t been exposed to it very much and know little …
What's to Love About Nashville
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My sisters and I crouched into an Uber to head to the 12South neighborhood, increasingly becoming one of Nashville’s top attractions. A few minutes …
Why Solo Travel Isn’t Really About Being Solo at All
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A year ago today, I set off on an 18-hour journey to Sri Lanka. I was traveling not only to the other side of the world, but to a new country that I …
Taste Test: Rolf and Daughters | Nashville, TN, USA
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It’s about time I dedicated a post to my favorite restaurant ever. I’m not normally one to pick favorites, but Rolf and Daughters (R&D to locals) …
A Gilded Holiday Tour of the Newport Mansions
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If you’re familiar with Newport, Rhode Island, you probably think of its famous collection of summer “cottages” where America’s wealthiest families …
Yes, You Should Visit Mexico City | A First Timer's Take on Mexico's Capital City
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Let’s talk about Mexico for a minute. In the United States, our neighbor to the south has become our favorite punching bag. Its shining and …
Is An Airline Mileage Run Worth the Time and Money?
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This weekend I embarked my first airline mileage run, something I thought I would never do. Many of you may be unfamiliar with what an airline mileage …
Traveling Washington, DC on the Cheap: A Roundup of My Favorite Free Activities
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Washington, DC is one of the most expensive places to live in the U.S., but for savvy travelers, it can be a very affordable place to visit if you’re …
The Reality of Business Travel – and Why I Love it Anyway
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I discovered pretty early in my career that I wanted to travel for work. I had just graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, having …
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Impressions of the Harley-Davidson Museum | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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I’ll be honest. Motorcycles aren’t exactly my thing. There’s no doubt that they have appeal: The idea of speeding down an open stretch of road, wind …
The Four Trips You Should Take Every Year (and Two You Should Take Once in Your Life)
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If traveling has taught me one thing, it’s to be intentional about the places I go, the things I do and the people I see. Each year I try to carve …
20 Swoon-worthy Photos of Washington, DC in Spring
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Colorful homes are set off by new flowers and bright green leaves in Northwest DC. A charming residential neighborhood in Northwest DC. One of DC’s …
My Life is Not a Holiday And Five Other Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Wish You Had My Life
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146 17 3 I honestly never thought I’d be writing a post with that title because even the idea is just that ridiculous. It gets me asking myself, “For …
Touring the Highest Lake in the World: Peru's Lake Titicaca and the Islas Uros
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Mom’s Guest Blog: Slow Travel Across Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula 10 Things You’ll Love to do When Travelling Colombia Hiking Machu Picchu on the Inca …
What Nobody Tells You in Advance About Safaris in Sri Lanka
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Move Over Dubai: Doha Is About To Be The Middle East's Next Big Destination
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Late last year Qatar Airways and the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) announced that a new Transit Visa would be available to all Qatar Airways passengers, free of charge and open to all nationalities. So,
Petra Tour - A Guide To Exploring The Ancient City Of Petra, Jordan
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From visiting the Treasury to checking out the Monastery and finding the most beautiful viewpoints here’s what to expect on a Petra tour in …
A Beginner’s Guide to Charleston, South Carolina: 15 Must-See Attractions ~ Maps & Merlot
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Charleston, South Carolina is a city like no other. Located in the heart of the South, Charleston is home to picturesque cobblestone streets, stately …
New GPS website will help you find off-the-beaten-path trails in US national parks
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More and more people are heading to America’s national parks to enjoy the incredible nature found around the US. But if you’re hoping to break from fellow travellers and get away from the crowds, a GPS
The Best Rooftop Bars in Hong Kong
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What better way to soak up this incredible city than with a cocktail in hand at one of the Best Rooftop Bars in Hong Kong. Boasting one of the most …
Top Highlights of Southeast Asia – Part I
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The world is a big place, and nowhere is its diversity more evident than Southeast Asia. If you’re not from near there and have never visited, you’re …
Exploring India one bite at a time & How to avoid getting sick.
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I think one of the things that people are equally fascinated by and at the same time scared of in India is the food. How to avoid getting sick in …

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The Best of Sri Lanka: Two Week Itinerary for Culture, Coast, Mountains and Wildlife

A Visitor's Guide to Aboriginal Heritage and Culture in the Kimberley

The Gibb River Road: A Guide to Australia's Ultimate Outback Road Trip

Wild pumas of Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica

30 Instagram Worthy Desserts In New York City

Uluru base walk: Getting up close with an Australian icon - Reading the Book

Fontainhas Walking Tour | Portuguese Architecture & Goan food - Two Together

Thinking of Doing the Washington, DC Embassy Tours? Here's What You Need to Know.

A First-Timer's Guide to the Indy 500

What's to Love About Nashville

Why Solo Travel Isn’t Really About Being Solo at All

Taste Test: Rolf and Daughters | Nashville, TN, USA

A Gilded Holiday Tour of the Newport Mansions

Yes, You Should Visit Mexico City | A First Timer's Take on Mexico's Capital City

Is An Airline Mileage Run Worth the Time and Money?

Traveling Washington, DC on the Cheap: A Roundup of My Favorite Free Activities

The Reality of Business Travel – and Why I Love it Anyway

Impressions of the Harley-Davidson Museum | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

The Four Trips You Should Take Every Year (and Two You Should Take Once in Your Life)

20 Swoon-worthy Photos of Washington, DC in Spring

My Life is Not a Holiday And Five Other Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Wish You Had My Life

Touring the Highest Lake in the World: Peru's Lake Titicaca and the Islas Uros

What Nobody Tells You in Advance About Safaris in Sri Lanka

Move Over Dubai: Doha Is About To Be The Middle East's Next Big Destination

Petra Tour - A Guide To Exploring The Ancient City Of Petra, Jordan

A Beginner’s Guide to Charleston, South Carolina: 15 Must-See Attractions ~ Maps & Merlot

New GPS website will help you find off-the-beaten-path trails in US national parks

The Best Rooftop Bars in Hong Kong

Top Highlights of Southeast Asia – Part I

Exploring India one bite at a time & How to avoid getting sick.