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Battambang: Local Travel Tips & Neighborhood Guide

Dustin Kemp — Thu, 19 Jun 2025 10:16:03 +0000

Battambang (pronounced “Battambong”) is most popular as a short stopover between Siem Reap and the Thailand-Cambodia border. The city definitely still falls into “hidden gem” territory, as many tourists in Cambodia have not even heard of it, which is a travesty, because Battambang is an extremely worthy addition to any itinerary that passes through Eastern ... Read more

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Oaxaca Travel Guide: Tips, Top Sights & Where To Stay

Marek Bron — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:23:16 +0000

When I first visited Oaxaca (pronounced: wah-hah-kah) as a rookie backpacker many years ago, I had honestly read little about its culinary and cultural significance. But even to my less-travelled-self it was immediately clear I had arrived somewhere special when my waiter began listing the dozen or more ingredients in the traditional mole, a famously ... Read more

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Is Mexico City Worth Visiting? (Here’s What To Expect)

Marek Bron — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 19:54:54 +0000

Is Mexico City worth visiting? The consensus among travelers is a resounding “yes!” The exceptional food, great museums, mild climate, and excellent day trips are some of the top reasons to go. But… travel is always subjective. Mexico City won’t click with literally everyone. I’ve seen criticisms of its gentrified and hipster neighborhoods, for instance ... Read more

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3 Days In Mexico City Itinerary: How To Spend Your Time Perfectly

Marek Bron — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:34:08 +0000

Still, 3 days is just about enough time to see some of the city’s highlights. With a mixture of ancient Aztec ruins and modern skyscrapers, Mexico City is the perfect city to explore a wide variety of things. The city is dense with museums, markets, and monuments, meaning by the end of these three days, ... Read more

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Exploring Siem Reap Beyond Angkor Wat: Fun Activities & Hidden Gems

Dustin Kemp — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:02:40 +0000

Angkor Wat, the most popular tourist attraction in Southeast Asia, has become nearly synonymous with the nearby city of Siem Reap. Ever since my first visit in 2012, though, I’ve thought it a little unfair that Siem Reap has all of its spotlight stolen by the world-famous temple complex. That’s not because I dislike Angkor ... Read more

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Mexico City Like a Local: How to Explore Its “Hidden Neighborhoods”

Dustin Kemp — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:02:23 +0000

Exploring cities is one of my favorite things about travel, and Mexico City is one of my favorite places to do it for a few reasons. The culture across the city is incredibly rich, the people are among the friendliest urbanites I’ve ever encountered, and Mexico City’s urban design is spectacular. What really sets Mexico ... Read more

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Is Jakarta Worth Visiting? (What To Expect + Unmissable Tips)

Marek Bron — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:12:54 +0000

If you’re planning a trip to Indonesia, then you may inevitably end up in Jakarta. It’s home to the country’s biggest airport and, being the capital, it may seem like the logical starting point for a trip. But if you’re wondering if it’s worth spending a few days in Indonesia’s capital, well, let me be ... Read more

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Chiang Mai Travel Guide: Exploring The City Like a Local

Dustin Kemp — Thu, 02 Jan 2025 12:20:25 +0000

Chiang Mai is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia for a reason: it blends nature, temples, and modern metropolitan culture in a way you won’t find anywhere else. Because its tourist infrastructure is so well-developed, though, it can be hard for visitors who want a more authentic view of the city to ... Read more

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Hua Hin Beyond the Beach: 4 Scenic Day Trip Ideas

Simon Zhelyazkov — Wed, 01 Jan 2025 12:14:39 +0000

You’d be excused for thinking that Hua Hin is a beach resort town. You’re not necessarily wrong, even, because this is the most common way to describe this seaside tourist magnet. Before I visited, I had my slight suspicions that Hua Hin is an expat haven – a tacky, overcommercialized twin of Pattaya on the ... Read more

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Sofia In 1 To 3 Days: Guide To Only The Best Things To Do

Marek Bron — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:30:17 +0000

Before my visit to Sofia, I’d read several online guides suggesting spending merely 24 hours in the Bulgarian capital. While you can certainly tick off the absolute highlights in a day, you don’t need to be in such a rush! A curious traveller will find plenty of things to do in Sofia — and it’s ... Read more

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