Elephants have been entwined into Sri Lankan culture for centuries. They are revered, they have been used in religious processions and have been used as work animals. It was once a capital offence to kill an elephant. Elephants can still be seen in the wild in Sri Lanka. There is a system of national […]
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It seems nearly every street you walk down in Barichara Colombia is a picturesque one of fine cobbled stones and white-washed houses with views stretching to the countryside and mountains beyond. Barichara itself is a relaxed town, up in the hills. It’s one of the finest of Colombia’s colonial remnants. Barichara and Guane can be
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It was part of a part of a packed day on Iceland’s South Coast, and this was only one of the many excellent views we had. Iceland is famed for its stunning landscape—one that changes hues based on the lighting and the fickle weather. While I was looking out to sea and the rough
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Dear GoMad Nomad, Hi, I loved your photos. I am going to Iceland myself this August for one week and would love any advice a seasoned traveler such as yourself would offer. Since my time is quite limited what would you consider must-see attractions near the capital? I thank you for your attention to this
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Kuala Lumpur Photo Essay To some, Kuala Lumpur is a shopping destination with stylish malls and international brands. It’s a city of skyscrapers and one of the few public transport monorails on earth. Home to one of the most impressive and once-tallest buildings on earth. But there’s more to it. I wanted to present you
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Travel and Tourism is inherently destructive to the environment. Transportation is carbon-emitting, hotels can have damaging effects, and even seemingly harmless activities like diving and trekking can take their toll on the earth. If we can’t stop traveling, at least we can try to minimize our impacts. Here are some ways to travel greener: Minimize
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Popular Forms of Transportation in the Philippines Tricycle The tricycle is a motorcycle with a sidecar. I’ve seen two-seat, four-seat, and six seat side cars. I’ve also seen more than six people piled in and hanging off a less-than-six-seat side car. The tricycle is popular throughout the provinces of the Philippines. In some small
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Travel in the Philippines While the Philippines is a bargain when coming from Europe, North America, or East Asia, it averages out to be a little more expensive than Thailand and the other countries of Southeast Asia. Figure at the resorts in places like Boracay food and accommodation will be even more expensive. Prices even
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Seoul is a city of four distinct seasons. I spent one August in the city and it was hot and humid. Winter is cold. If you don’t mind the cold, it’s worth it to visit for the winter atmosphere. Here are some great ideas of things to do in Seoul if you find yourself here
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How many cities can you encircle by foot on a completed city wall? Not many. I first think about Europe when I hear anything about city walls. But this one I visited is in Asia. South Korea to be exact. Suwan is the city. Suwon is a city of over one million people
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