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Udawalawe Elephant Safari in Sri Lanka
There’s something so raw and primal about going on safari. About traveling down a dusty roads and coming face to face with animals in the wild. It’s a thrilling sensation that never abates, no matter how many safari parks I…
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Ella: The Heart of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country
Sri Lanka is known for many things: beautiful scenery, hospitable people, diverse wildlife, ancient civilizations, and a brutal civil war that ravaged the country until 2009. But most of all, the small island nation is known for its production of…
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Visiting the Cultural Triangle in Sri Lanka
At the heels of a drawn-out civil war that effectively erased Sri Lanka from the trodden tourist trail, the small tear-shaped country has emerged as a rewarding travel destination. Despite its tiny size, the island country is replete with things…
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Sintra Day Trip: Visiting Portugal’s Fairytale City
With its sea of rolling green hills, its whimsical palaces, and its its pastel houses, UNESCO-recognized Sintra is one of Portugal’s most enchanting gems. The photogenic city entices visitors with its verdant setting and dreamy charm. Once referred to as…
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Portugal’s Algarve Coast: Hiking, Caves and Azure Seas
The Algarve Coast in Portugal is a wonderland for hikers, swimmers, photographers and sunbathers. Known for its honey-colored cliffs and turquoise seas, the Algarve is visually stunning. The area’s natural beauty, coupled with its affordability relative to the rest of…
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Two Days in Lisbon: The San Francisco of Europe
As soon as I set foot on the picturesque streets of Lisbon Portugal, I was hit with an overwhelming sense of déjà vu. Despite the fact that it was my first time in Portugal, the city’s hilly lanes, bayside views…
