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If you’re planning a trip to Phuket, you might be wondering how many days in Phuket is enough. The answer, of course, depends on what you want to do and see while you’re in the area. If you’re interested in exploring the region, we suggest spending at least three or four days in Phuket. This …
Seattle is a beautiful city with majestic mountain ranges and glistening bodies of water to admire from the heart of town. But when you’re ready to get away, you’ll find a near-endless list of scenic drives close to Seattle that will take your breath away. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful drive through the woods …
Hear about travel driving the Carretera Austral in Chile as the Amateur Traveler talks to travel journalist and guidebook author Steph Dyson about a country she literally wrote the book on. Steph has just recently finished writing the Moon Guide to Chile and in the process of researching that book, she drove the Carretera Austral. …
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Whether you are a rugged rambler, a foodie, or a cute village junky, our guide on the best places to stay in the Cotswolds will help you narrow down the perfect spot Combining the rustic charm of village life with a broad selection of accommodation and dining experiences, there are places to stay in the …
Planning to spend 2 days in Geneva? Keep reading for the full itinerary. Located in the southwestern corner of Switzerland, Geneva is the country’s second most populous city – and one of the most influential in the world. Ready to travel again? Don’t go without travel insurance. I recommend SafetyWing Nomad Insurance. I’ve been using …
Goodspeed Opera House Back in 1977, I had the opportunity to see the famous musical theater production, Annie, soon after it opened on Broadway. Part of the lure of the show was that it first premiered at a small theater called the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Connecticut, where it was panned by local …
Hear about travel to Volos, Greece, and the Pelion Peninsula as the Amateur Traveler talks to Heather Cowper from HeatherOnHerTravels.com about her recent visit to this picturesque part of Greece. Heather says, “I think mainland Greece is really underrated. For travelers, a lot of people go to Athens, of course, amazing cultural sites there. And …
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The once-grand cities of Mesoamerica are now overtaken by the jungle; immortalised in crumbling ruin yet abundant with atmosphere and history. Here are the best Aztec and Mayan ruins in Mexico. The turquoise blue of the Caribbean Sea glows off into the distance. Waves crash against a perfect golden beach. Kids play on the sand, …
If you’re wondering how to spend 2 days in Dresden keep reading for the perfect itinerary! Located on either side of the Elbe River, the city of Dresden is both unique and fascinating. Ready to travel again? Don’t go without travel insurance. I recommend SafetyWing Nomad Insurance. I’ve been using it since 2019 and I …
The sun is shining, and the weather is warm – it must be summertime! And what better way to spend the summer than at the beach? Northern California is home to some of the best beaches in the world, and we want to help you find them. In this blog post, we will discuss our …
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