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Surfing And Yoga in Taghazout, Morocco
The fishing village turned surf town of Taghazout, with its meditteranean-esque beaches, excellent surfing and yoga, and welcoming locals is a great getaway in Morocco. This post covers the surfing in Taghazout, the pros and cons of the tops spots, other things to do in this part of Morocco, and a little about the people, and culture of this laid-back town. Taghazout, Morocco and Its Surfing This town is about 3-4 hours southwest of Marrakesh, or if flying, about an hour from the nearest airport, Agadir. Once a sleepy little town on the coast, a traveler discovered its outstanding waves in the 60’s. Today it’s known as the premier surfing…
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The Top Temples Of Angkor Wat And Beyond
Angkor Archeological Park, one of the most important archeological sites in Southeast Asia, was the seat of the Khmer Kingdom in the 9th to the 15th centuries. Mostly buried in the jungle, these temples were ‘officially’ rediscovered in the 19th century. Today, many are still wrapped up in ancient tree roots, adding an enchanting charm to their spiritual and historical significance. This post covers the top temples of Angkor Wat Archeological Park, including the magnificent Temple of Angkor Wat itself, the Temple of Bayon, with its massive, serene faces in the ancient royal city of Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, which was featured in the movie Laura Croft: Tomb Raider, and…
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Croatia Travel Guide
This travel guide for the stunning destination of Croatia, highlights the top places to visit, how to get there, safety, scams, logistics, and more to help plan your trip. Note: This travel guide and all posts on Croatia have been updated as of January 2023. Top Attractions in Croatia Croatia’s beauty, history, sunny climate, and friendly locals make it an outstanding destination for all ages. Not only is much of the mainland edged with stunning beaches, crystal-clear blue water, and abundant sunshine, there’s even more of it to explore on the 79 islands and 500 islets scattered along the Dalmatian coast. On top of this, it has one of the…
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My Travel Angels | Saved By Strangers
Part of the magic of travel is when you’re in one of those sticky situations in a foreign country, usually where you can’t even speak the language, and a complete stranger ends up helping you. They’re your travel angels. Travel angels help you to find your way when you’re lost, reach a goal you couldn’t meet on your own, or sometimes they just brighten your day. You’ve likely never met them before, and will probably never meet them again. Yet you’ll feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Especially if you’re from a western country where most people are just too busy to help. After 60 countries, some multiple times, mostly…
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103 Of My Best Travel Quotes
Best travel quotes teetering in the gorgeous unknown
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Cyprus Travel Guide
This travel guide for Cyprus highlights the top places to visit, how to get around, safety, scams, logistics and more to help you plan the ultimate independent holiday getaway. Cyprus is a captivating destination. Actually located in the Middle East, in the Mediterranean between Turkey, Israel, and Egypt, it’s part of the European Union. The beaches fringing the island are some of the best beaches of Europe, making it an ideal vacation spot. A few are even Ibiza-wanna-be party beaches. In additional to its golden sandy beaches and lively nightlife, there’s a ton of fascinating history here, with ancient archeological digs dotting the island. Some dating all the way back…
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Best Tourist Attractions Of Cyprus
This post covers the best tourist attractions of the fascinating and beautiful island of Cyprus. Fringed with plush sandy beaches nestled along the coast, some of the best in Europe, mesmerizingly clear blue water, a vibrant nightlife, beautiful natural landscape attractions, fascinating archeological digs, historical castles, fortresses, and a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars, there’s a lot to see and do. All in a safe, sunny, environment. And as it’s one of the European Union’s southernmost locations, swimming temperatures are great in Spring and into Fall. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and a popular holiday destination. Most frequently it’s visited by citizens of the…
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Best Things To Do In Nicosia Cyprus
Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, is the world’s only capital divided by two countries. It’s the Republic of Cyprus, on its southern side, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in the north. Also called Lefkosia, Nicosia was formally divided in 1974…but more about that later. For tourists, it’s safe to visit both sides to learn more about its history and explore its streets. It’s perfect as a day trip, rainy day excursion, or for when you’re nursing a sunburn. From seeing the old city walls and museums with artifacts from archaeological digs around the island, to crossing the Green Line to Turkish Cyprus for its old Ottoman architecture,…
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10 Best Things To Do In Larnaca
Larnaca, home of the airport on Cyprus with the most international arrivals, is often overlooked as a place to stay in light of nearby Ayia Napa and Protaras, which offer better beaches and easier access to more beautiful sites. Yet southern seaside Larnaca is worth a stop with beaches of its own and several interesting things to see and do. Even if you don’t stay here, it’s worth a stop, even if just for a few hours, for the sites and to see some of the local charm this city has retained due to less tourism. This post covers the 10 best things to see and do in Larnaca, Cyprus.…
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Best Things To Do In Limassol Cyprus
Learn the best things to see and do in Limassol, Cyprus, a bustling city that offers a mix of typical Cypriot life, along with Mediterranean beaches and some interesting historical day trip options. Sitting on Cyprus’s southern coast, it’s the country’s 2nd largest city after Nicosia (the capital). As it’s not as touristy as Paphos, Ayia Napa, Larnaca, and Protaras, some visit for the city amenities while enjoying its beaches and a dose of culture, like Kourion Archeological Site, which dates back thousands of years, and crusader-era Kolossi Castle. Admittedly, the city looks a bit weary and run down (although not as neglected as Paphos), and the beaches closest to…
