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Micronesia – The Forgotten Jewel of the Pacific

The thousands of islands of Micronesia offer a diversity of culture, ecology, and topography. The journey to reach this forgotten region of the world is long, but for lovers of nature and history, the experiences to be had in Micronesia are unrivaled.

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Asheville is for (Dog) Lovers

As our one year wedding anniversary approached, Rufio and I decided we would make a tradition of celebrating each year of wedded bliss in one nearby domestic location and one international location. As an added bonus, we decided to take turns selecting the domestic destination and planning out the details, as a mini-surprise for the… Read more »

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Wild West: Top 5 Nature & Outdoor Spots in the Western Cape, South Africa

South Africa is known for its huge swaths of untamed wilderness, but most of the attention on big game and outdoor adventure sports focuses on Kruger National Park in the north or Drakensberg in the east. The wilderness of the Western Cape can be easily overlooked in favor of the posh metropolitan glitz of Cape… Read more »

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Explore the Land of Stone Money: A Guide to the Best Things To Do in Yap

Yap island, though largely unknown, is one of the most unique and interesting islands in Micronesia. The traditional Micronesian culture and customs are better preserved on Yap than anywhere else in the region, a fact that is the source of immense pride among her people. This pride is reflected in the care taken by locals to keep… Read more »

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Top 9 Things to Do Off the Beaten Path in Singapore

Research things to do in Singapore, and you’ll find the same tourist attractions listed over and over again. Shop the luxury brands on Orchard Road, get a bird’s eye view of Marina Bay on the Singapore Flyer, eat in Chinatown, ride the movies at Universal Studios Sentosa and wash it all down with the original… Read more »

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3 Day Iceland Itinerary

  Day 1: Blue Lagoon to Reykjavik Morning Once you’ve secured a rental car at Keflavik airport, drive an easy 20 minute across what seems like Martian landscape to the Blue Lagoon. I had some reservations about visiting Iceland’s infamous Blue Lagoon, considering it’s one of those places that every tour bus in the country seems to… Read more »

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Extreme Sports Africa: Abseil Table Mountain

A minor wrench had been thrown in our Cape Town itinerary when we learned our scheduled shark dive would have to be cancelled. Apparently the Great Whites, the seven gill cow sharks and other species all mysteriously vanished from False Bay three weeks prior and had yet to return en masse. We were to patiently await word… Read more »

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7 Tips for Surviving the Kitti 6 Waterfalls Hike

I was fortunate to have two work-free days at my disposal during my stay in Pohnpei, and I was not going to miss an opportunity for adventure in this wild paradise. After extensive research I decided the Kitti 6 Waterfalls Hike would be my best option – it was billed as a full day hike and there were… Read more »

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Sojourners Explore: Kosrae by Land

It may be small and life may move at a slower pace, but thanks to its lush geography, ancient cultures and vibrant aquatic life, there is a wide variety of things to do in Kosrae. The first post dedicated to Kosrae will explore its land-based activities. Menke Ruins and Rainforest Hike with Salik Salik Wakuk… Read more »