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Sudan travel independent
Sudan March 12, 2020

Why and How to Travel Sudan Independently

Can you travel Sudan independently? Doable, but not easy. I traveled in Sudan by myself visiting Khartoum, Meroe, and Kassala using public buses and taxi.

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The Dolomites March 11, 2020

Gran Cir Hike on Gardena Pass, The Dolomites

Best sunset hike in the Dolomites? The Gran Cir hike on Gardena Pass is short and sweet. It’s one of our favorite hikes in the Dolomites.

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Entrance to Luxor Temple
Egypt January 31, 2020

2 Days in Luxor, How Not to Get Templed-Out

I didn’t want to get templed-out. I dedicated one day each for the sights on East Bank and then West Bank focusing on the best tombs and temples.

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Agabat Valley
Egypt, Special November 22, 2019

The White Desert of Egypt, Why You Should Visit

While Egypt is mostly known for incredible man-made sites such as the Sphinx and the many pyramids, the White Desert is offers utterly breathtaking natural landscape. In fact, visiting the White Desert was the highlight of my trip to Egypt.

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sphinx in Cairo
Egypt, Top Adventures November 20, 2019

Egypt as A Solo Female Traveller, Everything You Need to Know

Itinerary, highlights, lowlights, and practical tips on visiting Egypt independently as a solo female traveler.

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Dusy Basin
California, Epic Hikes September 9, 2019

Trip Report: Overnight Backpacking Bishop Pass to Dusy Basin

If you’re looking for an overnight backpacking trip from Bishop, I highly recommend this trail from South Lake to Dusy Basin. 6 miles one way, 2000 ft in elevation gain. It’s steep, but short with big sceneries. It’s an Eastern Sierras classic!

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Epic Hikes, The Dolomites August 16, 2019

8 Most Scenic Day Hikes in The Dolomites

Are you looking for amazing day hikes in the Dolomites, Italy? Here are 8 of the best outdoor day hikes in the Dolomites. If you love hiking, you’ll appreciate the miles and miles of hiking the Dolomites has to offer.

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Val Gardena
Roadtrip, The Dolomites August 7, 2019

3 Weeks in the Dolomites, A Roadtrip Itinerary

My recent three-week trip to the Dolomites and Lake Garda was one of the best trips I’d taken in awhile. Now I’m sharing our of 3 week Dolomite itinerary with you: best hikes, viewpoints, stunning lakes, and how best to see them.

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hiking Lagazuoi tunnels
Epic Hikes, The Dolomites July 17, 2019

Hiking Lagazuoi Tunnels in the Dolomites

The Italians’ plan was crude but simple: dig a tunnel to bring a large amount explosives under the Austrian troops who controlled the summit – Lagazuoi Piccolo – and blow them up. Today, hiking Lagazuoi tunnels is one of the most popular activities in the Dolomites.

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Adventurous things to do in the Dolomites
Italy, The Dolomites July 10, 2019

Why Dolomites? Adventurous Reasons to Visit Italian Dolomites

The reason to visit the Dolomites can be summed up in one sentence: it’s the ultimate alpine playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Jack and I recently spent 3 weeks in the Dolomites and we loved it so much. The whole region is one breath-taking panorama after another.

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Nasir-ol-molk Mosque is one of the places to visit in Iran
Iran, Top Adventures July 2, 2019

The Best of Iran, A Guide to the Best Places to Visit

Where to go and what to do in Iran. Iran’s best places to visit: mosques, palaces, and natural landscapes.

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visiting masuleh iran
Iran June 7, 2019

Masuleh, Visiting Iran’s Prettiest Village

This picturesque 1000-year-old village on a steep hilside is tucked deep in Alborz Mountain in northern Iran. Masouleh is a popular weekend destination among Iran urbanites escaping summer stifling heat.

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