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TRAVEL AROUND ASIA AND AFRICA THROUGH THE MAGIC OF BOOKS

Talek Nantes October 27, 2020

You can travel around Asia and Africa without leaving home through the magic of books. The best books are those that conjure a sense of

HOUSE SITTING ABROAD: TRAVEL THE WORLD ON A BUDGET

Talek Nantes October 12, 2020

House sitting abroad is one way to travel the world comfortably on a budget. People often mention a lack of funds as a reason they

EXPERIENCE THE NATURE OF CUBA: NATIONAL PARKS AND BIOSPHERE RESERVES

Talek Nantes October 5, 2020

The nature of Cuba is as diverse as the people who live here. If you’re a nature lover, you’ll find Cuba has an amazing biodiversity

CRINGEWORTHY TRAVEL MISTAKES I MADE AND HOW TO AVOID THEM

Talek Nantes September 28, 2020

Travel mistakes are as common as places to travel to. It’s part of the travel experience. I once mistook a brothel for a massage spa.

TRAVEL THE AMERICAS THROUGH BOOKS THAT INSPIRE WANDERLUST

Talek Nantes September 24, 2020

Books that inspire wanderlust travel are some of the most satisfying reads you can have and a great way to travel the Americas through your

An interesting Havana Museum, Hemingway house

20 TOP HAVANA MUSEUMS YOU MUST SEE

Talek Nantes September 21, 2020

Updated September 2020. Havana museums do not get the credit they deserve. When you think Cuba, you think music, classic American cars, colonial architecture, smooth

AN EPIC 5-DAY AMALFI COAST ITINERARY

Talek Nantes September 7, 2020

The Amalfi Coast is one of the world’s most beautiful travel destinations. This coastal paradise is located in southern Italy just a short distance from

SEE THE BEST AUTUMN COLORS IN THE UNITED STATES

Talek Nantes August 24, 2020

Traveling to enjoy optimum autumn colors, or leaf peeping, has become increasingly popular. Peak fall foliage dates are communicated way in advance to give people

OFF-THE-BEATEN-TRACK TRAVEL DESTINATIONS IN THE U.S. THAT ARE SPECTACULAR AND REMOTE

Talek Nantes August 3, 2020

Looking for off-the-beaten-track travel destinations that are in the open air, display jaw-dropping natural beauty, have cool places to stay and eat and have tons

9 CUBA UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES

Alicia Butler July 27, 2020

Cuba UNESCO World Heritage sites are as naturally and culturally diverse as the country itself. It’s home to nine world heritage sites — and it’s

HOW TO WRITE A TRAVEL JOURNAL FOR LIFETIME MEMORIES

Talek Nantes July 20, 2020

Travelers who love to record their adventures and experiences ask me how to write a travel journal or memoir. The best travel journals are the

15 BEST TRAVEL PLANNING TOOLS AND APPS

Talek Nantes July 13, 2020

Knowing how to plan a trip will help you pull it off seamlessly. First, put yourself in a “plan to travel mindset.” Next, research

HOW CYCLING TO LOSE WEIGHT BECAME A FUN OUTDOOR HOBBY

Talek Nantes June 29, 2020

Who couldn’t lose a couple of pounds? Combining a fun activity that also helps you lose weight sounds like a winning combination. That’s why our

10 EPIC DAY TRIPS FROM HAVANA YOU WILL NEVER FORGET

Alicia Butler June 22, 2020

The best day trips from Havana are not far from the city and easily accessible. It’s easy to want to spend several weeks in the

TRAVEL AROUND EUROPE WITH YOUR LITERARY IMAGINATION THROUGH BOOKS

Talek Nantes June 15, 2020

If you can’t make it to Europe just now, travel around Europe through books. The best books about Europe are the ones that will transport

Visit Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion cathedral one of the best things to do in Santiago

15 THINGS TO DO IN SANTIAGO DE CUBA: ATTRACTIONS YOU CANNOT MISS

Talek Nantes June 9, 2020

Get ready for some unique Santiago de Cuba activities. Sultry, hot, languid, bursting with color and rhythmic music, Santiago beguiles with its parks, history and

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