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Seychelles Best Beaches and Activities

Shimmering turquoise surf gently lapping onto the shore, a tall coconut palm stretching out precipitously over the water, and craggy limestone boulders reaching into the periwinkle-blue sky. This is what you’ll find on the Seychelles best beaches and one of the reasons why the Seychelles is also known as “the Garden of Eden.” I’ve been […]

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Zanzibar Beaches, Activities, and Complete Travel Guide

Zanzibar at a Glance The epitome of exotic, Zanzibar has captured the imaginations of explorers for centuries. Known in local dialect as Unguja, Zanzibar is a Tanzanian archipelago in the India Ocean, just 15 miles off the coast of East Africa known as the Swahili Coast. It’s generally visited by people who are already in […]

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Alaska's Wild Coast

Bear Viewing in Alaska: Responsible Wildlife Viewing

Observing bears in their natural habitat in Alaska is a privilege and a life-long memorable experience. While there are always risks with wild animals, risks associated bear viewing in Alaska can be mitigated greatly if you follow well-established guidelines. On August 10th, I had the opportunity to travel with AdventureSmith Explorations on the historic ship […]

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Thermal Valley Hang Gliding

If you think hang gliding is just for adrenaline junkies, think again.  At Thermal Valley Hang Gliding, the mission is to share the joy of free flight with as many people as possible. Soaring like a bird is the purest form of flight…especially with the stunning aerial views of Burke County and the Blue Ridge […]

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Skydive Wind Tunnels: All Pleasure, No Plane

Indoor skydiving is all the rage, especially for those who’d like to experience the thrill of skydiving without the fear of jumping out of a plane.  Skydive wind tunnels allow you to do just that, and our wind tunnel experience at Skyventure New Hampshire was a hoot! History of Skydive Wind Tunnels Indoor skydiving is […]

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Playa Zipolite: 15 Ways to Discover Your Inner Hippie

Playa Zipolite, or Zipolite Beach, is a rustic seaside town located on the southern coast of Mexico’s Oaxaca state, between Huatulco and Puerto Escondido. Zipolite’s claim to fame is that it’s one of Mexico’s very few “swimsuit optional” beaches and for its distinct hippie vibe which began in the 1960s. The town is lacking in […]

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Tikal: Most Majestic of the Mayan Ruins

I love exploring ancient civilizations. It takes a lot to impress me. I’ve seen the Aztec pyramids of Teotihuacan in Mexico City; I’ve seen the Egyptian pyramids at Giza and the ruins of Karnak and Luxor; I’ve seen the Athens Acropolis, Roman Colosseum and Stonehenge in England; I’ve seen numerous Mayan ruins, including Chichen Itza, […]

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cuba road trip

Homestay Hopping: Amazing Cuba Road Trip

*This Cuba road trip article is the cover story in the Spring 2018 issue of Vacation Rental Travels Magazine (pages 34 – 47)* It’s been one of the most controversial destinations for Americans since the 1960s.  But love it or hate it, no one can deny that Cuba is intriguing. Starting in January 2015, President Obama opened […]

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Things to Do in Moorea: Jeep Safari Adventure

Sandwiched between my three days in Tahiti and three days in Bora Bora, I had just one day to explore this less popular but no less beautiful heart-shaped island of Mo’orea. Finding local Patrick at Albert Transport for a tour of the island had been a good choice. A jeep safari adventure is one of the […]

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Sao Miguel Road Trip Planner: Amazing Azores Holidays

Officially part of Portugal, São Miguel is the largest island in the Azores archipelago.  More than half of the Azores’ population calls this island home. A Sao Miguel road trip is a must-do when visiting the island. Also known as “the green island,” it’s all about nature and enjoying the outdoors in São Miguel. The […]

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