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The Mexican Dance That Defies Erasure: Danza Azteca

October 13, 2025

Aztec dances exist today as living prayers and powerful symbols of Indigenous survival, uniting Mexican Americans in the United States.

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In Art Food & Culture, Mexico, North America, World and Travel Tags Arts and Culture, Mexico, North America

The Secret Behind Albania’s Bunkers

October 13, 2025

Albania’s bunkers were built during the Cold War but have since been repurposed as local businesses and tourist attractions. 

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In Albania, Art Food & Culture, Europe, World and Travel Tags Arts and Culture, Albania, Europe

How to Spend the Perfect Day in Islamabad, Pakistan

October 7, 2025

Explore this guide to an amazing day in Pakistan’s capital, Islamabad, a serene but simple city often overlooked by locals and tourists alike.

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In Asia, Pakistan, World and Travel, Travel Inspiration Tags Asia, pakistan, Travel

A Daring Path to Pakistan’s Hidden Alpine Meadow

October 7, 2025

Fairy Meadows, nestled at the foot of Nanga Parbat in Pakistan, attracts travelers each year who navigate a perilous mountain road and steep trek to reach its alpine meadows.

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In Asia, Pakistan, World and Travel, Travel Inspiration Tags Asia, pakistan, Travel

How to Maximize Your 5 hours in Dry Tortugas

October 6, 2025

Daytrippers only have five hours to spend in one of the U.S.'s least-visited National Parks. 

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In Florida, North America, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel, USA Tags USA, North America, Travel

Don’t Eat and Walk: Japan’s Rule That Leaves Travelers Confused

September 30, 2025

The Japanese value of staying in the moment and being mindful grounds the custom of not eating and walking simultaneously. 

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In Asia, Japan, Tips and Tools, World and Travel Tags Asia, Japan, Advice and Cheat Sheets

A Hidden Tribe in the Caves and Jungle of the Philippines

September 29, 2025

An Indigenous tribe in the island of Palawan, Philippines, continues to live between caves and the jungle, relying directly on nature’s resources to survive.

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In Asia, Philippines, World and Travel, Travel Inspiration Tags Asia, philippines, Travel

France Debates Ban on Childfree Hotels and Restaurants

September 29, 2025

In France, the debate on childfree hotels, restaurants, campsites and resorts is coming to a head. 

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In Art Food & Culture, France, Europe, World and Travel Tags France, Arts and Culture, Europe

6 Bountiful Harvest Festivals Around the World

September 23, 2025

From enjoying mooncakes in China to throwing marjoram in Iran, cultures worldwide commemorate abundant harvests through traditional customs, family gatherings and celebrating nature. 

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In Art Food & Culture, Global, World and Travel Tags global, Arts and Culture

7 Essential Stops on Canada’s Lake Huron Circle Tour

September 23, 2025

Experiencing the Canadian side of Lake Huron gives travellers the opportunity to delve into local culture, see unusual landscapes and adventure outdoors along the lake’s diverse shoreline.

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In North America, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel, USA Tags USA, North Amerca, Travel

Exploring Iceland’s Remote Highlands

September 23, 2025

Only accessible for a few months each year, these trails offer unrivaled volcanic and geographic sights.

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In Europe, Iceland, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Travel, Europe, Iceland

This Taiwan Town Brings “Spirited Away” to Life

September 15, 2025

Beyond the visual similarities to the iconic Studio Ghibli film, Jiufen also boasts stunning architecture, nature and history. 

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In Asia, Taiwan, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Asia, Taiwan, Travel

The Global Story of Braids and Identity

September 15, 2025

Across continents and centuries, braids have been more than hairstyles; they’ve served as symbols of identity, resistance, status and survival, carrying the stories of entire cultures within them.

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In Art Food & Culture, Global, World and Travel Tags Arts and Culture, Global

The Colorful Culture of Mexican Folk Arts

September 9, 2025

For thousands of years, unique folk art has held a significant place in Mexican culture, defining not only the country’s complex history but also its proud national identity. 

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In Art Food & Culture, Mexico, North America, World and Travel Tags Arts and Culture, Mexico, North America

Copenhagen Helps Travelers Make Positive Impact

September 9, 2025

CopenPay is a traveler rewards program designed to encourage sustainability to reduce the environmental impact of tourism in Denmark's capital.

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In Denmark, Europe, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Denmark, Europe, Travel

Horse Trekking along the Kyrgyz Silk Road

August 25, 2025

Visiting the caravan stopover Tash Rabat and the nearby glacial lake Chatyr-Kul can be demanding, but it is worth the journey to trek along the Silk Road on horseback.

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In Asia, Kyrgyzstan, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Asia, kyrgyzstan, Travel

The Swiss City Where People Swim to Work

August 25, 2025

In Bern, Switzerland, locals float downstream to commute to work during the summertime.

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In Europe, Switzerland, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Europe, Switzerland, Travel

Ecotourism in Bhutan

August 19, 2025

Ecotourism policies in Bhutan promote sustainable travel and protect the beauty of its diverse landscapes and natural environment.

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In Asia, Bhutan, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Bhutan, Travel, Asia

10 Must-See Sites in Lahore, Pakistan

August 19, 2025

Explore this guide to Lahore, Pakistan, and understand the history behind the major sites of one of South Asia’s most culturally rich cities.

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In Asia, Pakistan, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Asia, pakistan, Travel

Africa’s New Luxury Frontier

August 19, 2025

Africa is becoming a hub for Western-focused luxury travel.

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In Africa, Travel Inspiration, World and Travel Tags Africa, Travel
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