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Things to Do in St Lucia on a Budget
With its volcanic mountain peaks and lush, forested interior, St Lucia looks like an island uprooted from the South Pacific and plopped down in the Caribbean. Like the Caribbean island of Saba, St Lucia is more renowned for its rugged,…
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Exploring Tumon Bay in Guam
This past March, I had the opportunity to visit Guam on a layover. I knew next to nothing about the island’s history and culture before visiting, and even less about what there was to do there. But I was curious about…
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One Day in Shanghai
This past March, I spent one day in Shanghai as part of a work trip that took me to China, Japan and Guam over the span of a week. Trips to Shanghai are difficult to come by for junior flight attendants like me, so I…
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Visiting Iguazu Falls: Brazil and Argentina
Iguazu Falls is one of the planet’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Situated in the heart of a verdant rainforest and featuring hundreds of cascades, the falls are global treasure and one of the top places to visit in South America.…
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Buenos Aires: The Paris of South America
With its wide, tree-lined avenues, art nouveau architecture, cobblestone streets and sidewalk cafes, it is no wonder that Buenos Aires is often regarded as the Paris of South America. Buenos Aires has long been a tourist favorite, enticing visitors from around the world with its fascinating neighborhoods, vibrant atmosphere…
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Spectacular Day Hikes in El Chalten, Patagonia
Situated in the stunning northern reaches of Patagonia’s Los Glaciares National park and tucked under the shadow of Mount Fitz Roy, sits the tiny mountain town of El Chalten. The area around El Chalten encapsulates everything that travelers love about Patagonia.…
