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Hard-Earned Tips for International Travel
Captured above the coast of Spain—but the lessons in this post come from years of globe-trotting, trial and error, and a few hard-earned...

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Jun 45 min read
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San Miguel de Allende Travel Guide: Cobblestones & Self-Created Chaos
The view of Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel at sunrise. Before visiting San Miguel de Allende, I was convinced I already had a favorite...

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May 284 min read
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From Panic to Peace on a Sunrise Balloon Safari in the Serengeti
Sunrise Balloon Safari in the Serengeti We departed the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge at 4:30 a.m.—well before sunrise. An escort was...

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Apr 214 min read
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Off the Beaten Path in Lanzarote: The Canary Island You Shouldn’t Overlook for Wine, Culture & Relaxation
Teguise is a colonial town with artisan shops and cobblestone streets. The Canary Islands are a popular destination for Europeans seeking...

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Apr 163 min read
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A Photographer's Guide to Barcelona
Every travel blog out there will tell you where to go.
But how do you see Barcelona? How do you photograph its essence?

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Apr 27 min read
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Visiting the Taj Mahal at Sunrise: An Independent Traveler’s Guide to India’s Iconic Wonder
A travel experience describing an independent traveler's visit to The Taj Mahal in Agra, India, at sunrise.

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Mar 303 min read
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A Rickshaw Ride and Questionable Life Choices
Travel is addictive—the more I explore, the more I crave new destinations. Every journey imprints itself on my perspective, shaping my...

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Mar 266 min read
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Maldives Travel Tips: Avoiding Costly Mistakes & Maximizing Rewards
I recently visited Ithaafushi and gathered some practical Maldives travel tips to help you plan your own unforgettable Maldivian getaway.

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Mar 233 min read
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Why Sri Lanka Should Be on Your Travel Radar
Sri Lanka feels like an undiscovered gem, and it reminded me of Costa Rica and what I imagined Costa Rica was like before the crowds...

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Mar 183 min read
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Varanasi, India - Captivating Chaos
A woman bathes in the Ganges at dawn, her lit floating candle a prayer to the river. Varanasi – Captivating Chaos “Varanasi is older...

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Mar 23 min read
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A School Born from a Simple Glass of Milk
Vimukti Sanstha is more than just a school—it’s a movement. I may be a retired educator, but my passion for teaching and learning remains...

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Feb 283 min read
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Watching Jaipur, India Awaken
Sitting at the flower market in Jaipur, India It is 5:30 AM, and I am in the back of an Uber in Jaipur, India. We have left the main road...

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Feb 184 min read
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What is Happening Now?
Two nights. Two long-haul, overnight flights. Barely a moment of real sleep on the flight from London to Dehli. By the time we land in...

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Feb 178 min read
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Goodsprings, Nevada - Worth a Visit?
Goodsprings, Nevada. For most, it’s nothing more than an exit sign off I-15 on the way to California—right next to what might be the...

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Feb 92 min read
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Tourist or Traveler – A 100-Country Quest to Embrace the Deeper Role
Setting out to visit 100 countries and all seven continents isn’t just a bucket list item — it is a bold commitment and unique...

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Feb 23 min read
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A Photographer’s Guide to Capturing Rome
On your next visit to Rome or any travel destination, try some of these tips and tricks. You may be pleasantly surprised with your efforts.

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Jan 184 min read
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Wisdom from the Vatican: 'You Only Live Once'
Early morning at St. Peter's Basilica is the best time to see it without the crowds It was an early morning in Rome, the summer of 2018. ...

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Jan 173 min read
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Exploring Lovers Beach, Los Cabos: A Hidden Paradise
The gorgeous approach to Lovers Beach via water taxi Lovers Beach in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, is one of those spots that feels like a...

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Jan 163 min read
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Pedaling Through Salzburg Sound of Music Style for Midlife Travelers
Salzburg, Austria – June 2022 What could possibly be better than a bike tour? A Sound of Music  bike tour! Book a bike tour on your next...

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Jan 132 min read
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From Sugarloaf Mountain to the Skies: Our Most Unexpected Rio Memory
I’ve wanted to go to Rio de Janeiro since I was about 14 or 15. I still vividly remember my mom asking me where I wanted to go for a...

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Jan 132 min read
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