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Three Day Krabi Itinerary: Beaches, Temples, and Paradise Islands
When travelers talk dreamily about the amazing Thai islands, they’re often referring to the string of white sand beaches near Krabi. With towering karst formations that shelter idyllic sandy shores, the islands of southern Thailand are some of the prettiest…
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Day Trip to Koh Phi Phi
I have never seen the movie The Beach, but I have heard people refer to it thousands of times. I know the premise goes something like this: a young man (Leonardo DiCaprio) escapes to Southeast Asia on a life-defining journey.…
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Exploring Bangkok: An Introduction to Solo Travel in Thailand
“Ladies and Gentlemen, the forward boarding door is now closed….” I heard the lead flight attendant call out over the PA. I let the reality of his words sink in. The door was closed, the plane was about to push…
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Tel Aviv Layover
I first visited Israel and the Palestinian Territories in the Spring of 2011, during my semester abroad in Amman, Jordan. Though I didn’t spend long in the Holy Land, my three day stay was both rewarding and memorable. I remember being…
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Visiting the San Blas Islands in Panama
Imagine a place where palm-fringed islands lie shimmering amongst turquoise waters. A place where gentle waves rise and fall against powdery sands. One where a simpler pace of life prevails. And imagine that this place, devoid of cars and concrete, has…
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The Kuna People in Panama’s San Blas
The Kuna are an ethnic group that inhabits the remote and idyllic San Blas Islands that lie between Panama and Colombia. Known for their colorful embroideries and fiercely independent way of life, the Kuna are a small yet proud community…
