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Internationally, weddings are celebrated with unique cultural traditions ranging from playful games to serious rituals that symbolize the blending of lives.
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Cumbia music began in Colombia and spread across Latin America, evolving into unique styles that reflect each region’s culture and social struggles.
Read MoreCoffee, Climate, and Tourism in Guatemala
In Guatemala’s volcanic highlands, agro-tourism is helping coffee farmers push back against economic and environmental changes.
Read More7 Film Locations That Have Now Become Tourist Attractions
Here are seven film sets that have been filmed in or inspired by natural landscapes or cultural and historical sites that travelers can enjoy.
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Summiting Mount Everest has long been the ultimate challenge for mountaineers, but rising death rates and visitor congestion have put a spotlight on its ethics.
Read MoreGuide to Slovenia: One of Europe’s Best-Kept Secrets
A small country with big charm, Slovenia offers alpine peaks, ancient castles and fewer crowds.
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With overtourism on the rise and local protests spreading as a result, more and more European cities have begun to push back with official measures.
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