Category: Tours & Attractions
Tours and Attractions from around the world.
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Spending a Day at Ao Nang’s Monkey Trail in Thailand
Ao Nang Beach is the most popular destination for visitors to southern Thailand’s Krabi Province. Hotels are very affordable at the beach like the Aonang Villa Resort where I stayed for $90 a night recently (review) or one of many options available on Expedia. If you’re looking at Aonang Villa Resort on the map it’s…
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The Best Way to See Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak
No matter where you are in the world “go to the top of the tall thing” is one of the simplest and most fun things you can do. Victoria Peak in Hong Kong provides one of the best views anywhere in the world. But the Peak is a little different from most tall buildings or…
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Cup Noodles Museum in Hong Kong
I love instant noodles. Whether it’s after a long watch on a ship at sea or for lunch in a hotel room there’s nothing better than having a hot meal ready in two minutes with no effort. A little garlic and a liberal amount of hot sauce and you’ve got a gourmet delicacy. So when…
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Touring the Chocolate Hills in the Philippines
On a recent trip to Bohol Islands in the Philippines I had to take the opportunity for touring the Chocolate Hills. I’m extremely happy I did… mostly because the beaches at Panglao Island are not that great and spending a full four days there is honestly a bit much. Having a full day tour to…
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The Best Attraction in Baltimore? On Visiting Poe’s Grave
When visitors think of Baltimore the first thing that usually comes to mind is the Inner Harbor. The Aquarium, Science Center and the USS Constellation are among the city’s most popular sites. But these attractions are very family-centric and have only limited appeal for business trips, solo travelers or visiting sports fans. One site that…
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A Weekend Hiking Through History at Harpers Ferry NHP
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is a unique place. The area between Gettysburg, Philadelphia, Richmond and the Shenandoah Valley is home to hundreds of historical sites. Even with much to see nearby, Harpers Ferry stands out for its history and its scenic beauty and recreation. Whether you only want to spend an hour or so on…
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Sha Tin Racecourse: A Great Day Out in Hong Kong
If you’re thinking of visiting the World’s Coolest City, congratulations. It’s an amazing place that’s constantly buzzing with activity and excitement. You can reach Hong Kong from several Asian countries for under $100 USD. You could spend your whole trip exploring along Lockhart and Nathan Road shopping and dining. Nobody would blame you. But you’d…
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A View Into History at Saigon’s Caravelle Hotel
If you’re planning a visit to Saigon, chances are pretty good you’re going to walk right by the Caravelle Hotel. It’s at the dead center of the city and adjacent to city hall and the symphony. That location isn’t an accident. You need deep pockets to acquire that kind of real estate. Caravelle’s original investors…
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The Jim Beam Distillery: A Complete Tour in Photos
Most folks who take a trip along the Kentucky Bourbon Trail are going to encounter the Jim Beam Distillery. With its central location just a half hour south of downtown Louisville, Beam is very easy to reach. The location just 2-3 minutes off I-65 and proximity to other attractions makes it a box that has…
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Churchill Downs: An Insider’s Guide to the Twin Spires
Once the most popular sport in the US, thoroughbred racing has become something of a niche pursuit in the 21st century. You can count on one hand the number of US racetracks that stand on their own as a tourist destination. Many of the country’s busiest tracks are in places like New York, LA, New…