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Colombia Travel: Exploring Bogota By Bike

Traveling through Cartagena and Medellin, I was told by locals and other travelers that while Bogota had a lot of culture, it was also a place you needed to watch your back. As I only had one full day in the city and wanted to make the most of it — but also wanted to…Read more...
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10 Reasons Why Germany Should Be Your Next Trip

Trying to decide where to go on your next trip? Let me decide for you: Germany. There are few places in the world with such a rich, often tormented history, that has been able to do a 360 and turning most of the country into an amazingly livable and visitable place. As I toured post-World…Read more...
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10 Ways Colombia Stole My Heart

When I was 25, I booked a one-way flight to Brazil, wanting to see how far I could make it in across the continent in three months. To this day, the trip is one of my absolute favorites. The adventures I had in South America are some I truly cherish: traveling by 4ร—4 across Boliviaโ€™s…Read more...

Headed To Cambodia? 5 Temples To Visit That Arenโ€™t Angkor Wat

The most famous temple in all of Cambodia is easily Angkor Wat, and itโ€™s easy to see why: the 12th century temple is surrounded by picturesque rice paddies and features impressive towers, intricate carvings and stunning sanctuaries that feel like something out of an interactive โ€œIndiana Jonesโ€ movie. Situated within a complex of roughly 200…Read more...
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Experiencing The World’s Best Hostel In Santa Marta, Colombia

As a destination, Santa Marta was probably my least favorite place I stayed during my time traveling through Colombia, beginning in Cartagena and making my way to Bogota. That’s not to say the city had nothing to offer. There’s a beautiful waterfront lined with sea-related statues and seafood restaurants, museums galore and, even a fun…Read more...
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5 Amazing Experiential Stays In Jordan

Sometimes an average hotel just wonโ€™t cut it. Your accommodation is one of the most influential parts of your vacation, with the potential to enhance your experience in a profound way. For those traveling to Jordan in the Middle East, there is an array of experiential hotels that allow visitors a glimpse into local culture…Read more...
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