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India: Beyond the Taj Mahal
Tiger Hill, Darjeeling The thought of India evokes many images to travelers, but none more iconic than the majestic Taj Mahal. Although this wonder of the world is a relevant and magnificent site on...
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Spring Break the Napa Valley Way
Stop and smell the mustard on your own version of Spring Break this year. Smell the mustard? Mustard in the vineyards Mustard is blooming in Napa Valley…stark vines stand out among the neon yellow at...
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Ireland’s Pathway to the Stars
For something off the beaten path that may lead to a lifelong hobby, consider exploring Ireland’s Neolithic past. The equipment is simple: sturdy walking shoes and a rain slicker layered over a...
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10 Reasons To Go To Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan Coastline View from Casa Lucila Mazatlan was a weekly stop on episodes of The Love Boat television show. It’s still a big cruise port, but there are plenty of places to stay on dry land, with...
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Discovering the Isle of Man
Sitting quaintly out in the middle of the Irish Sea, somewhere between Britain and Ireland, is the Isle of Man. A British crown dependency with its own parliament, known as the “Tynwald,” the island...
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Shark Diving in Costa Rica
Approaching Cocos Island after a 36 hour boat ride. I stood on the edge of the boat peering into the water in full scuba diving gear, hoping to catch a glimpse of what I knew lay below the surface –...
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Hiking and Trekking- Off the beaten path
If you love nature and enjoy getting a great workout, a hiking tour may be for you. Hiking tours, or trekking tours as they are sometimes known, are about much more than just walking. The most...
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Anguilla – Feeling is Believing
Who comes to love Anguilla? Much is made of the rich and famous who come to this island haven to hide in plain site, to mingle undisturbed. But for every celebrity there are the thousands of visitors...
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Ranch Stays: Home on the Range
A ranch stay is often the perfect way to relax and rejuvenate. Whether referred to as a “dude ranch”, a “cattle ranch vacation” or a “ranch stay”, (our preferred term), here is the opportunity to get...
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How to Spend A Day on Catalina Island
A beach on Catalina Island Santa Catalina Island is a slice of tropical life nested in Southern California. Once you arrive in Avalon, you can forget all your worries and play as if you’ve landed in...
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Sri Lanka: A Paradise Rediscovered
For decades, Sri Lanka was battling political unrest. A civil-war between Tamil insurgents and the Sinhalese government almost destroyed the tourism industry. Then, the tsunami of 2004 devastated...
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Five Ways to Spend a Day in Puerto Rico
Mouthwatering piña coladas aside, the largest island in the Eastern Caribbean has a ton to offer every kind of travel enthusiast. From its old-world charm and stunning beaches to its vast array of...
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Sunsets, Atlantis and Santorini
Everyone has a favorite spot for a sunset. Few rival those to be seen on the Cycladic island of Santorini. The island’s rocky cliffs, dotted with its famous white and blue homes and buildings provides...
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Alternative Ski Destinations
Ski holidays are to winter what the beach is to summer. They’re fun, family-friendly and give you the chance to revert back to childhood for some good old fashioned frolicking in the snow. While the...
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Behind South Africa’s Stereotypes: An Open Letter
Dear uninformed tourist, I’m sorry for calling you uninformed, and I thank you for showing an interest in my home country of South Africa. Unfortunately, you tend to get some facts about the country a...
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Niche Cruising: Exploring the World from the Bow of a Ship
Is it really possible that less is more? If you are talking about small ship and niche cruising, the answer is a definitive “Yes!” Whether you want to cruise on a tall-masted ship, sail the Amazon,...
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Getting in Touch with Nature in the Grand Canyon National Park
You stare out at the most enormous vista you’ve ever seen. You’re surrounded by a silence that’s so calm, yet so all-consuming that you let out a nervous giggle just to make sure you’re still part of...
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Tips for a Successful Visit to Yellowstone
Location is the most important factor when you’re looking to buy real estate. But when you’re looking to visit Yellowstone National Park, one of the most popular chunks of real estate on earth, timing...
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Where to Slumber on the Maya Trail – 2012 in the Mundo Maya
Hacienda Uayamon Ruins The Maya Trail cuts through Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras and even a bit of El Salvador. This is not a hiking trail, but a 1,500-mile imaginary loop with no beginning or...
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Psychological Travel: Visiting Volcanoes
Many travel experiences are limited to a single location: the Great Pyramids of Egypt, the Roman Coliseum, et cetera. Volcanoes, however, are a destination you can visit all over the world, in a voyage...
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