An elephant ride seems like a common enough activity. Americans for generations have taken such rides at county fairs, traveling circuses, petting zoos and other spots. Tourists also head to many destinations in Asia, including Vietnam, “India, Sri Lanka, Laos, Cambodia, Indonesia and Thailand, which is arguably the hot spot for elephant tourism in the […]
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There are good vacation spots and then there are the best vacation spots. Unfortunately, you can ask ten different people what their ideal vacation spots would feature, and you’ll usually get ten different answers. Some people love lots of adventures during a holiday, some want to dig deep into the local food or cultural scene, […]
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What allows any beach to make it into a list of the best beaches in the world? That is open for debate, and it is also something quite personal. After all, you may love a crowded beach full of surfers or sunbathers, or you may be at the opposite end of the spectrum thinking that […]
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Ask the world’s travel experts for advice about ideal family vacation options and vacation rentals, and many would say that it is imperative that consumers “do the math” before making a choice. And what do they mean by the math? According to one expert cited in USA Today, it is too easy to overlook the […]
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Talk to experts about the three top destinations in Thailand and you are likely to hear Bangkok, Phuket and Koh Samui, but there are many other regions to explore. For example, Chiang Mai, the Phi Phi Islands, Krabi, Ko Tao, and Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya are among them. In each of these areas, there is […]
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It was not that long ago when the idea of “Thai food” was still wildly exotic and not well-known. Fast forward to this era and you will rarely meet anyone unfamiliar with a few of the country’s most iconic dishes. Pad Thai, for example, is quite typical and familiar to most diners. If heading to […]
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Perhaps you have just learned about Koh Samui and are eager to book a holiday in this utterly fascinating destination. Maybe you have yet to discover why so many people describe it as one of the best travel secrets? Either way, once you know even a little bit about Koh Samui, you are sure to […]
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The pristine island destination of Koh Samui remained nearly untouched by the modern world well into the 20th centuries, and it didn’t even start to feature modern paved roads until the 1970s! Ringed by stunning beaches and featuring rainforests and jungle at its center, it is a nature lover’s true paradise. Most travelers intend to […]
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Imagine a vast expanse of coconut and fruit groves spreading out over a lowland area of a gorgeous, tropical island. White sands fringe the edges and a turquoise sea surrounds it all. Rising up from the center is a granite massive with a virgin rainforest framing its base. If you automatically wish to head to […]
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Did you know that Koh Samui, Thailand is often described as a melting pot because it attracts world travelers of all kinds? There are the super budget conscious who love to visit Koh Samui, Thailand for its affordable and appealing beach bungalows, as well as the luxury travelers who savor the endless delights of premiere […]
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