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Celebrating Black History Month: Taking a Heritage Tour Through Africa

February 1, 2024

Arts & Culture, Cultural Heritage, Destinations, Travel Tips

As we welcome Black History Month in February, consider an immersive experience that takes you to the heart of Africa, a continent brimming with destinations that resonate deeply with this observance. Prepare f...

Up for a Binge-Worthy Trip? Great Destinations from Famous TV Shows

javier

January 4, 2024

Arts & Culture, Destinations, International Travel

Are you a passionate traveler always looking for your next adventure? Are you also a TV show enthusiast who loves to get lost in the world of your favorite show? Why not merge these passions into one thrilling ...

Love Swiss Chocolate? Take a Chocolate Tour of Switzerland!

javier

December 21, 2023

Food & Travel, International Travel

Just picture this: charming towns, chocolate museums, and the chance to become a chocolatier for a day in some seriously beautiful spots. Sounds good, right? Switzerland is, of course, renowned for its high-...

Let There Be…Twilight? Destinations With 24 Hours of Daylight or Darkness

javier

December 14, 2023

Adventure Travel

It might surprise you to learn this, but there are particular corners of our planet where you can witness either 24 hours of perpetual darkness or daylight, contingent on the season. The occurrence of unbroken ...

Need a Break from Christmas? Check out These Winter Solstice Celebrations

javier

December 14, 2023

Holiday Travel

As we plan our winter escapades, it's inevitable to gravitate towards Christmas celebrations. However, a December adventure can hold so much more. There are plenty of destinations that pay homage to the winter ...

A Christmas Tree Made out of What?! Unusual Holiday Trees from Around the World

javier

November 29, 2023

Holiday Travel, International Travel

Every December around the world, Christmas trees stand as beacons of holiday cheer, each tree with its own distinctive twist. But some trees are a little more...twisted?...than others. Whether out of necessi...

A Traveler’s Journey Through the Martial Arts of Asia

javier

November 27, 2023

Arts & Culture, Asia

For the past century, Asian martial arts have taken the world by storm. Tales of noble samurai and secretive ninjas have become indelible parts of modern pop culture, inspiring people the world over to lead a h...

Black Friday Travel Deals: Practical Tips for Scoring the Best Deals

javier

November 16, 2023

Black Friday, Budget Travel, Travel Deals, Travel Tips

Black Friday is once again upon us, and it's not just for deep discounts on the latest TVs and video game consoles. Airlines also offer amazing deals on flights to make your next vacation merry and bright. W...

Manga, Robots, and Videogames! An Otaku Guide to Tokyo

javier

October 26, 2023

Arts & Culture, Asia, Destinations

If you consider yourself a proud otaku -- that is, someone really passionate about Japanese comic books and animation -- then you already know that Tokyo is the undisputable place for you to be! Even if the who...

Taste the City! A Frothy Tour Through Vancouver’s Microbreweries

javier

August 31, 2023

Food & Travel, International Travel

Along with hockey and maple syrup, Canada is famous for artisanal beer crafted by brew masters with an eye for creativity and perfection. While the Great White North is home to many fine brewhouses, Metro Vanco...

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