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    Important Things You Should Know About Obtaining a Visa

    ByIlya March 9, 2023

    Are you planning an international trip, but feeling unsure of what travel visa you may need? Going to a foreign country can be an exciting and enriching experience, but before you are able to do that, oftentimes there’s some red tape to get through. Obtaining a visa is one of those important steps that cannot…

    🏷️ travel tips, visa
  • Lucy the Elephant is a New Jersey Tourist Attraction on the National Historic Register. She is six stories tall
    North America | USA

    Roadside Wonders: 13 Unique Attractions in America

    ByIlya March 8, 2023

    If you’re planning a road trip across America, don’t miss out on these peculiar roadside attractions that are worth a stop. The journey is often just as enjoyable as the destination, and with over 4 million miles of roads and highways in the USA, there’s plenty to explore. From breathtaking landscapes to unusual oddities, UnusualPlaces.org…

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    🏷️ roadside attraction, roadside attractions
  • Reed Flute Cave in Guilin, Guangxi, China.
    Asia | China

    Radiant Beauty of Reed Flute Cave in Guilin, China

    ByIlya March 2, 2023

    Guilin, located in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in southern China, is a city famous for its scenic beauty. Surrounded by karst mountains and verdant countryside, Guilin attracts millions of visitors each year. Among its many attractions is the Reed Flute Cave, a geological wonder that has been enchanting visitors for over a thousand years….

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    🏷️ cave, caves
  • Lake Marian in New Zealand
    Australia | New Zealand

    Fiordland National Park: A Must-Visit Destination in New Zealand

    ByIlya February 28, 2023

    Fiordland National Park in New Zealand is a place of unparalleled natural beauty that covers nearly 5,000 square miles of the country’s southwestern region. It is New Zealand’s largest national park and is home to various landscapes, from rugged coastlines to glaciated peaks, dense forests with turquoise-tinged lakes to steep cliff faces, and endangered wildlife…

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    🏷️ fjord, National Park, National parks
  • Beautiful landscape in Highlands in Scotland
    Europe | Scotland

    5 Of the Most Breath-Taking Views in Scotland

    ByIlya February 27, 2023

    The beauty of Scotland is well known worldwide, and it’s arguably home to some of the most jaw-dropping vistas in the UK; just don’t let anyone from south of the border hear you say that! If you’ve got plans to head to Scotland, here are a few must-see views that you really don’t want to…

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    🏷️ travel tips
  • The Skytop Lodge, Pennsylvania
    North America | Pennsylvania | USA

    Best Lakes to Visit Near Poconos, PA

    ByIlya February 27, 2023

    The Poconos have always been a popular summer getaway with lush forests, beautiful hills, serene lakes and world class water parks. What better way to beat the heat this summer than exploring some of the best lakes this region has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing retreat or for some aquatic adventures, the…

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    🏷️ lake, lakes
  • Sea, near ruins of the ancient city on the Kekova island, Turkey
    Europe | Turkey

    The Sunken Ruins of Kekova Island: Turkey’s Ancient Lycian Federation

    ByIlya February 26, 2023

    Centuries before the Byzantines, Romans, or Ottomans ruled Turkey, a remote corner of the country was home to the world’s first democratic federation, the Lycians. The Lycians were a peaceful federation of city-states that dated back to around 2000 BCE and included the city of Simena, a bustling sea-trading hub. However, in the 2nd century…

    🏷️ island, islands, ruins
  • Schengen on the map marked with a red a pin and EU passports
    Travel

    What is an ETIAS Application and How Does it Impact Travel to Europe?

    ByJenny February 26, 2023July 25, 2023

    If you’re in the process of booking your dream vacation to Italy, France, or Spain you will soon need to fill out a short online application known as ETIAS, or European Travel Information and Authorization System. Starting in May 2023, an approved ETIAS application will be required for short-term travel (defined as 90 days or…

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