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California Street Food: 8 Dishes You Can’t Miss
The meeting point of the U.S. and Mexico, where the Nevada desert meets the sea and the snowy peaks of the Cascades give way to sun kissed sand, California is a melting pot of culture. The coastal playground of America’s…
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The Right Way to Spend One Day in Helsinki
Finland’s capital Helsinki is the largest city of the country, and yet it maintains a fairly peaceful atmosphere on the whole. This Nordic capital is a city of Scandinavian design, architecture, research, and sustainable solutions. Yet it is also full…
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11 Best Restaurants in Leeuwarden: A Local’s Guide
Leeuwarden is the water capital of the Netherlands for a reason. Despite being located in the heart of Friesland, Leeuwarden is surrounded by rivers that flow into the city through its canals. In summer, it’s faster to travel by boat…
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Best Restaurants in Turku, Finland: A Local’s Guide for 2025
Turku is one of Finland’s oldest and historically most interesting cities. As an important port city by the Baltic Sea, it was Finland’s capital before Helsinki. The city’s most important landmark is the Aura River that flows through it. Turku…
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11 Hoi An Cafes For Excellent Coffee, Brunch & Old Town Views
My heart remains etched in Hoi An forever, and I love everything about this radiant little town in Central Vietnam, from its terra cotta-laden alleyways to cuisine to its chilled-out beachscape. Year after year it continues to draw in the…
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Penang Itinerary: 3 Days in Malaysia’s Food Capital
Located on the Northwest Coast of Malaysia, Penang is a well-loved destination which combines vibrant culture, captivating nature, historical sites and of course, diverse culinary experiences. Many tourists flock to Penang’s capital city, Georgetown, for its colonial charm and bustling…
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4 Unforgettable Days in Bohol: The Ultimate Bohol Itinerary
Bohol Island in the Philippines is famous for three things: amazing diving, iconic Chocolate Hills, and the rare but beautiful tarsier. But there is a lot more to Bohol than this. Few tourists venture much further into the island than…
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The 9 Finnish Sweets and Desserts You Must Try
Similarly to its Scandinavian neighbors, Finland is known as the land of forests, lakes, and innovative technologies (Nokia is from Finland!). Historically, the Finns lived far from each other, enduring the harsh, long winters amidst snow, winds, and darkness. Could…
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Experiencing Mauritius on a Budget: A Local’s Guide
It’s no secret that Mauritius has a reputation for being a luxury destination. After all, this tiny nook of an island is bursting with some of the most amazing sights in the world. Think gloriously clear lagoons, hidden waterfalls, rugged…
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7 Best Hoi An Beaches to Spend the Day
Unlike certain parts of Vietnam, Hoi An is blessed with amazing weather pretty much all year round. The sun is always out to play, the air is balmy and there are always travelers arriving in one of the country’s most…
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A Local’s Guide: The Perfect 3-Day Sapa Itinerary for First-Timers
Unfolding rice terraces that seem to never end no matter how far into the horizon you stare, scattered villages home to unique tribes, floating low-hanging clouds that greet you in the early mornings, mountainous landscapes, and food and culture you…
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The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking in Singapore
Singapore is often referred to as a luxury destination, with glitzy skyscrapers, sophisticated architecture and high-end shopping malls. It is because of this that it is also a popular choice for honeymoons, with many couples looking to explore the extravagant…
