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You know those Booking.com commercials where the weary travelers check-in to their hotels and are elated? That’s how I felt arriving near midnight in Sydney at Finger Wharf Woolloomooloo. Getting from
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I didn’t expect to like Shanghai so much. It was simply a gateway from Guam to Zhangjiajie and those majestic “Avatar” mountains. After 10 days in rural China, I was ready for a few nights in the city
Sydney 101: What to Eat, See & Do on Your First Trip
The cosmopolitan city of Sydney is equal parts world class and down to earth…
It’s perfectly safe for solo travel, easy to navigate, and incredibly clean. Whether you visit Sydney for food, architec
Guam Photography Tour
Experience the tropical U.S. territory of Guam while developing your photography and filmmaking skills!
Travel with a small group around the island with a focus on arts, culture, and landscapes. Learn
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My 15 Favorite Travel Experiences
I didn’t visit every destination on my 2015 bucket list this year, but that’s just fine. I’m more interested in quality travel than in quantity. This is perhaps why I don’t travel full-time. I grounde
Review: Charming No. 5 Valley B&B in Yangjiajie, China
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7 Things to Eat, See & Do in Reykjavík
Reykjavík completely won me over… And not just because I’m a Björkie. Iceland’s capital has everything I long for in a city: character, culture, food, and architecture. Bonus points to this town of
Review: Park Hyatt Chicago
Park Hyatt Chicago is the way to experience the Magnificent Mile, Chicago’s famous shopping district. Our room had a perfect view of the Chicago Water Tower, surrounding architecture, and a swath of L