Where in the World? - Week 30 - June 12, 2015

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Democrary Monument
Bangkok, 
Thailand

Thoughts and Tips #38 - May 12, 2015

In this issue:

-The World's Sexiest People are Armenian Women and Irish Men
-7 Things to Do in Seattle - Local Adventurer >> Las Vegas Travel Blog
-The 10 Most Multicultural Cities in the World
-Top 5 Unusual Cruise Tips | Caribbean Cruise Reviews
-Floating Markets: Thailand's Heritage | Explore Traveler
-Top 5 attractions in the Montmartre of Rio de Janeiro - A Luxury Travel Blog
-Travel Smart: 5 Scams to Avoid - Travel Noire

The World's Sexiest People are Armenian Women and Irish Men

It seems that Kim Kardashian is having a major effect on yet another "sexiest" list.

According to a new survey by MissTravel, a destination dating website, its customers say...
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7 Things to Do in Seattle - Local Adventurer >> Las Vegas Travel Blog

Pike's Place Market, the Space Needle, and the Original Starbucks are probably month the obligatory things to do in Seattle. You have to visit them at least once if you're in Seattle. On our second visit to the city, we accidentally stumbled across the Fremont Troll, which was a nice surprise. We also found our main reason to visit again!
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The 10 Most Multicultural Cities in the World

The world is a fascinating place bound by unique cultures and languages. As large as it is, it is also small, with various groups gathering in cities all around the world creating vibrant places to invigorate any culture lover. From Australia and Brazil to Singapore and the USA, there are many cities in which visitors can explore the world or at least a smaller portion of it.
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Top 5 Unusual Cruise Tips | Caribbean Cruise Reviews

As someone who has been on numerous cruises in Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera, and Northern and Southern Europe, I have some pieces of advice that you might not get from typical travelers or agents.
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Floating Markets: Thailand's Heritage | Explore Traveler

Floating markets during the years of 1350-1767 became important trading centers. Thailand has an abundance of rivers and canals that crisscross the country. These waterways provided the major transportation link for the local residents during this time. The soils on the banks of the rivers and canals are especially fertile and rich. These banks are the perfect place to grow the many fruits and vegetables that are so abundant in Thailand.
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Top 5 attractions in the Montmartre of Rio de Janeiro - A Luxury Travel Blog

While it can be tempting to spend all your time in Rio on the city's spectacular beaches, culturally-curious visitors should tear themselves away from the sun lounger long enough to discover the artsy inland neighborhood of Santa Teresa. High on a hillsside overlooking the city's hectic center, this boho-chic neighbourhood is home to Rio's finest colonial architecture in the form of grand mansion houses, many of which now function as guesthouses, art galleries, cultural enters and arts and crafts stores.
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Travel Smart: 5 Scams to Avoid - Travel Noire

When planning a trip, it's so easy to get caught up researching local attractions and fun activities = but there is more to planning a trip than visits to tourist attractions. Scam artists prey on the starry-eyed tourists who let their guard down and often play the traveler's kind and trusting nature, desire to save on holiday purchases and lack of local knowledge. Nothing can ruin a trip faster than getting scammed out...
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Thoughts and Tips #36 - May 7, 2015

In this issue:

-US Approves Select Ferry Service to Cuba | Travel Pulse
-Visiting Thailand: The Best Places To Visit - This Way To Paradise - Beaches, Islands, And Travel
-Real Men Eat Iguana Eggs and Papuse | Global Degree | Seeker Network
-Oregon May Just Be The Most Stunning State In America: Here's Proof
-What Not to Pack for a Cruise: An Updated List of Things You Should Not Bring Onboard | The Lido Deck
-Ryanair cuts unpopular airport check-in fee - Telegraph

US Approves Select Ferry Service to Cuba | Travel Pulse

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For the first time since the U.S. imposed a trade embargo on Cuba more than five decades ago, select ferry service between the two countries has been approved.

According to the Sun Sentinel, four companies - Havana Ferry Partners of Fort Lauderdale, Baja Ferries of Miami, United Caribbean...

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Visiting Thailand: The Best Places To Visit - This Way To Paradise - Beaches, Islands, And Travel

If you are visiting Thailand, figuring out the best places to visit in Thailand is overwhelming. As someone who has visited Thailand many times, plus lived there, I have great suggestions for the places you shouldn't miss.

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Real Men Eat Iguana Eggs and Papuse | Global Degree | Seeker Network

Check out the very unexplored and very exotic El Salvador!

Many travelers avoid El Salvador on their way through central America, and it's a mistake. Watch as Mike and Alex explore the world's finest coffee and surfing, have laughs with the locals, and even take the adventure to 20, 000 feet overlooking the nation's capital...
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Oregon May Just Be The Most Stunning State In America: Here's Proof

You can wander the whole United States, but you won't find any place like Oregon. This coastal paradise is chock-full of lakes, mountains, rivers and valleys that blossom with life in spring and turn blazing colors in fall. You can hike, bike, snowboard, canoe, zip line or row along trails, streams or perfectly manicured waterfront gardens in the state's quaint cities and towns. Oh, and did we mention the beaches are dazzling too?

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What Not to Pack for a Cruise: An Updated List of Things You Should Not Bring Onboard | The Lido Deck

We don't know why, but Carnival's FAQ on "Are there restrictions on what we can bring aboard?" tends to spark either controversy or hilarity. Five years ago, an attempt to ban high-wattage hair dryers had female cruisers up in arms. A more recent perusal of the list shows that the Beards at Carnival, as the line's own blogger John Heald calls them, have left no stone unturned when it comes to being clear about what...
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Ryanair cuts unpopular airport check-in fee - Telegraph

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Ryanair has announced a further reduction of its fees and charges as part of ongoing attempts to improve its image.

The low-cost airline - which unveiled its new "customer-friendly" ethos 18 months ago - has cut its airport check-in fee, which applies to anyone who forgets to check in online before their flight...

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Sunny thoughts...

A sunny day at the beach would be nice....

Phuket, Thailand