A Travel Guide to Hội An

Guide to Travel to Hoi An

A Travel Guide to Hội An

Hội An is one of the most popular destinations for visitors in Vietnam. The town is located in central Vietnam, and it’s a mid-way stop for many travelers doing a trip from the North to the South (or vice versa).

If you are planning to travel to Hội An, you must ensure that you meet Vietnam’s entry requirements. Depending on your nationality and travel plans, this may include applying for a visa before your trip. read more

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A Guide to Pemba Island

A Guide to Pemba Island

This blog was written by Charlotte, an ex-safari specialist who was an invaluable member of our team. Here’s her guide to the island and where best to stay.

Pemba is the second-largest island (988km 2 ) in the Zanzibar Archipelago, which consists of a number of small islands off the coast of Tanzania, also referred to as the Spice Islands. The largest and best-known is Unguja (1,666km 2 ), frequently referred to as Zanzibar. This is the most heavily populated, with around 900,000 people. Next is Pemba, then Mafia, both of which are smaller and have far fewer visitors in comparison to ‘Zanzibar’. read more

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A Rundown on U-Haul Insurance Claims

A Rundown on U-Haul Insurance Claims

If you have ever moved at least once in your life, you know how nerve-wracking and demanding it can be. Besides renting the moving equipment, the biggest challenge is to keep it unharmed during the transfer and avoid incidents that can cost you a lot.

Convenient insurance is the best way to get rid of financial responsibility if something goes wrong with any part of the gear. Choosing U-Haul as your moving company may result in accidents too, but everything is much easier if you insure the rented property. read more

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A Sky Burial in Tibet

Everest Northface Tibet

A Sky Burial in Tibet

The body, carried by the Tibetans up the hill from the monastery, is wrapped in white cloth and tightly tied. I follow this bundle, walking with my two companions in the crisp, clear, early morning air. We walk up along the kora, or pilgrimage path, which is lined with prayer flags, to the funeral site. The top of the hill is not far; but at an altitude of more than 15,000 feet, we pace ourselves, breathing deeply. Each of us wonders about the ceremony we will witness, a rite whose viewing is usually forbidden to tourists who travel to Tibet. The family in whose footsteps we are presently walking, however, has invited us. read more

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A Navy SEAL On How To Handle Sleep Deprivation

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A Navy SEAL On How To Handle Sleep Deprivation

Everybody always says the same thing when you announce you’re expecting: “Better catch up on your rest!” Or, “Sleep in while you still can!” Or even worse, “I’m your carefree single friend who stays out until 2 AM and then goes to brunch!” All of them also think they’re sharing a secret, as if they’re frontline soldiers watching new recruits get rotated to the front. These people are incredibly annoying. Or maybe they’re not. Who knows, you’re in a groggy, sleep-deprived haze. read more

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A Quick Guide to Goa Tour: Best Things to Do in Goa

A Quick Guide to Goa Tour: Best Things to Do in Goa

It is no exaggeration if said that Goa is truly a heaven on the Western Coast of India. The best things to do in Goa include exciting nightlife of clubs, splendid sands of beaches, finger-licking food, free-flowing booze, and more! This beach state is popular amid holidaymakers from all across the globe. Goa tourism remains at an all-time high due to varied unforgettable experiences it has to offer. read more

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A Guide For A Week In Texas

A Guide For A Week In Texas

Welcome to the Lonestar state, better known as the great state of Texas. Texas is big and loaded with interesting cities, landmarks, and secrets just waiting to be discovered. Southern hospitality and western roots give the state a unique personality, making it a perfect place to explore.

Since Texas is so big, it is nearly impossible to see the entire state in one visit. However, whatever corner of Texas you may find yourself in, there is an adventure waiting. Whether you are looking for big cities filled with attractions, small western towns piled with history, or gorgeous Gulf coast beaches, Texas has it all. read more

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A Day Trip from Paris to Brussels – All the Essentials

A Day Trip from Paris to Brussels – All the Essentials

Is your next holiday in the City of Light, Paris?

While there, how about you also hop on a short-day tour to Brussels, the Capital of Europe?

Yes, this is totally achievable. You can do a day trip from Paris to Brussels and discover the best of both cities.

In fact, with good preparation and early arrival in the Belgian capital, you’ll have enough time to explore the most popular landmarks in the city. read more

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A Day Trip to Nara, Chasing Breathtaking Temples, Shrines, and Deer

A Day Trip to Nara, Chasing Breathtaking Temples, Shrines, and Deer

A day trip to Nara from Kyoto or Osaka is a must if you want to discover some of the most beautiful temples in Japan. And while temples and shrines are the Nara must-see, one of the top attractions in Nara is the deer.

Nara is often overshadowed by Kyoto, but you would definitely miss out on not visiting it. I loved Kyoto so much that I was not sure what to expect from my day trip to Nara. As a matter of fact, Nara ended up being one of the best experiences in Japan. read more

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A day in Machu Picchu, from dream to reality

A day in Machu Picchu, from dream to reality

Machu Picchu, we dream it, we imagine it, we fantasize it. So imagine if you already live in Peru. And even worse if you live here already for over a year and a half, but in the north, because this is where we live, in Chachapoyas specifically. But finally we had the opportunity to travel to the south of Peru ! read more

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