Experiences – Indie Traveller

How To Visit Tikal, Guatemala (And Camp Overnight)

Michael Gosman — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 11:03:20 +0000

Travellers head to the island town of Flores in the north of Guatemala for one main reason: to visit Tikal National Park. Located just outside of Flores, Tikal is one of the largest Mayan archaeological sites in existence and is a highlight of any trip through Central America. The whole area is so impressive that ... Read more

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Visiting the Museum of Soviet Vehicles in Estonia

Marek Bron — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 12:47:11 +0000

On my recent trip to Estonia, I wanted to see a bit more beyond the capital Tallinn, so my friend and I rented a car to drive around the countryside. The most fun place we stumbled upon was the Museum of Soviet Vehicles. This vehicle graveyard is filled with hundreds of cars from Soviet times, ... Read more

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Volcan del Totumo: Feeling Weightless in a Mud Volcano Bath

Marek Bron — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 11:13:00 +0000

So here I am about to dive into a mud-oozing mini-volcano...

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Witnessing a Real (!) Crucifixion in The Philippines

Marek Bron — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 07:47:00 +0000

Turns out Easter in the Philippines involves nailing a guy to a cross with real nails through actual hands... and that wasn't even the crazy part

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When A Filipino Family Invited Me for Dinner, Songs and Coconut Wine

Marek Bron — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:29:00 +0000

Sometimes when you travel, a priceless local experience just lands in your lap.

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