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Fried bamboo larvae, a national snack in Thailand

10 Really Strange Foods from around the world!

Most people dream of taking an epicurean trip around the world, the kind of mouth-watering journey which would tantalize and satisfy all of one’s most wildly delicious wishes. This is no such trip. Instead, con...

A Brief History of Travel and Tourism

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Utilizing the widest definition of the word, human beings have been traveling since the dawn of time. No matter one’s beliefs about the creation of humans, everyone can agree our species began in some single lo...

East Asia – Bustling Tokyo to Rural Mongolia

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Traditionally considered to contain China, Japan, North and South Korea, Mongolia, and Taiwan, there’s little doubt that East Asia is one of the most fascinating travel destinations around. In recent years, the...

The 21 New Wonders of the World

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7 Wonders of the world; you're thinking of the Pyramids right!? Unfortunately out of the original 7 wonders of the ancient world, only the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt still stands and it's debatable if the s...

Top 10 Artisans of the World

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Across the world, artisans have been producing beautiful, practical and culturally significant crafts for many centuries. From the knife makers of Tibet to the luthiers of Madrid, here is a rundown of the top 1...

Aerial View on Zermatt Valley and Matterhorn Peak

Monumental Mountains – 8 Spectacular Summits

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There’s something about the world’s most formidable peaks which have challenged, mesmerized and humbled man since time immemorial. For millennia man worshipped what were thought to be insurmountable mountains, ...

Japanese Cuisine – A treat for all five senses

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Loved the world over, Japanese cuisine is one of the most popular types of food in many countries. Outside of Japan it is famously known for its vibrant presentation and its luxurious and quirky ingredients. Le...

10 Really Strange Foods from around the world!

A Brief History of Travel and Tourism

East Asia – Bustling Tokyo to Rural Mongolia

The 21 New Wonders of the World

Top 10 Artisans of the World

Monumental Mountains – 8 Spectacular Summits

Japanese Cuisine – A treat for all five senses

Lessons learned from backpacking Southeast Asia

Southern Africa – Beautiful Landscapes and Wildlife

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