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The World’s Most Disgusting Tourist Attractions

The World’s Most Disgusting Tourist Attractions

There are plenty of pristine, idyllic landmarks for you to visit, and then there are the entries on this list. Hey, maybe germs don’t bother you. Maybe they’re your thing. Don’t let us stop you from being adventurous, by any means. But if there’s a chance you’ll get grossed out [...]

6 Places to Visit in Cuba

6 Places to Visit in Cuba

Cuba is a beautiful and robust country that has been condemned by Washington since 1962 when the United States emplaced a trade and travel embargo restricting US citizens from travelling to and from the country.  Recently in 2011 President Obama modified the embargo for Americans to travel to Cuba with [...]

What’s so Great About the Great Barrier Reef?

What’s so Great About the Great Barrier Reef?

The Great Barrier Reef is globally famous. You already know that it’s the world’s largest reef system (I hope), but is there anything else special that goes on down there off the coast of Australia? Other than crocodile wrestling of course. Imagine a place with the combined life of rush hour traffic in [...]

Six Places to see in the Emirates

Six Places to see in the Emirates

Usually when one thinks of the Middle East they’ll think of war, terror, oil, and maybe more mobs. What some may not be as aware of is that there is much more culture, history and warmth there than you may expect. If you’ve never been to the United Arab Emirates [...]

Best Beach Hut Vacations

Best Beach Hut Vacations

The world is comprised of various magnificent beaches, which restores mind and rejuvenates bodies. For the ultimate sun, sand and sea vacation, beach goers can stay footsteps away from the shoreline in a beach hut. Beach fanatics can vacation in tiki-style “boxes” to luxurious huts to best suit the pocket [...]

Just a Show of Support to the Staff at Nyungwe

Just a Show of Support to the Staff at Nyungwe

As you probably know, we’re big advocates of ecotourism and what Nyungwe National Park is doing through the Nyungwe Nziza Project. The Nziza Project is aimed at transforming the Park and surrounding communities into a viable ecotourism destination, capable of generating employment and equitable income for the local communities. The [...]

Top 5 Bike Trails in the US

Top 5 Bike Trails in the US

I don’t know about you, but there’s not much I like better than heading out for a sunny day or two with my bicycle. Now that summer is here, why not head out to one of these landmark bike trails? Cardinal Greenways – Indiana While most bike trails require you [...]

Historic America: 6 Places That Will Make You Feel Patriotic

Historic America: 6 Places That Will Make You Feel Patriotic

Summer is right around the corner and that means that thousands of eighth graders will be flocking to historical sites around the country. While you may have graduated from middle school, there is nothing holding you back from pursuing your own American History adventure. What’s better than visiting crucial sites [...]

3 American Outdoor Wonders to Visit Before You Die

3 American Outdoor Wonders to Visit Before You Die

There are plenty awe-inspiring cities and towns to explore all over the United States, not to mention national monuments, fountains, bridges, and other man-made wonders. But, to us, it’s the natural wonders that hold a special place in our hearts; the mountains, forests, and canyons are the stuff of books [...]

7 of the Most Secluded U.S. Beaches

7 of the Most Secluded U.S. Beaches

The thoughts of waves crashing playfully on the shore and soft warm sand hugging your toes is all it takes to get you craving a day at the beach. Nix the local shore swelling with tourists, parking meters and  condos. Instead, opt for a more natural landscape to find secluded, [...]